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Best Peripheral paralysis Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

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Yasef Özsarfati

  • 41 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Yasef Özsarfati is a leading neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with specialised international training in behavioural neurology from the United States.

    • Treats peripheral paralysis linked to complex neurological conditions or nerve damage
    • Former Associate Professor at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
    • Previously served at Iskenderun Navy Hospital managing military personnel cases
    • Expertise includes diagnosing paralysis symptoms alongside cognitive and behavioural changes
    • Part of the multidisciplinary team at the JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Burcu Polat

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  • 26 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He specializes in hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery.

    He was born in Istanbul in 1971. He completed his elementary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul. In 1988, he was admitted to Istanbul University’s Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, where he began his medical education, and graduated with a medical degree in 1994.

    Between 1994 and 1996, he fulfilled his mandatory service as a general practitioner in Artvin. In 1996, he passed the Medical Specialization Exam (TUS) and began his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology. In 2001, he completed his residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital and earned the title of Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

    Following his residency, he completed his mandatory service at Van State Hospital and subsequently worked at Beykoz State Hospital. He later worked as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, where he had the opportunity to work with many experienced surgeons in his field.

    As part of his professional development, he served as an observer physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, USA. He later worked at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and was appointed Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology in 2018.

    He retired in 2023 and began working at Florence Nightingale Ataşehir Hospital that same year. In 2024, he was appointed as a professor at Demiroğlu Science University after being promoted to the rank of professor.

    After a brief stint at Mecidiyeköy Environmental Hospital, Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has been serving as a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at NPİSTANBUL Hospital since June 2026.

    He is married and an avid animal lover.

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Siar Dursun

  • 15 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Siar Dursun is a specialist in paediatric neurology at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, focusing on nerve disorders in children.

    • Specially trained in child health and diseases at Izmir Education and Research Hospital
    • Focuses on paediatric nerve conditions, including cases involving peripheral paralysis
    • Completed advanced subspecialty training in paediatric neurology at Adnan Menderes University
    • Treats complex neurological cases in infants, children, and adolescents
    • Based at a leading Turkish university hospital specialising in paediatric medical care
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Dr Ayhan Ozturk

  • 46 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Ayhan Ozturk is a highly qualified neurophysiologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who specialises in complex neuromuscular junction diseases.

    • Holds a minor specialisation in clinical neurophysiology for precise nerve and muscle testing
    • Specialises in motor neuron disease and peripheral neuropathy affecting nerve signals
    • Uses neurophysiological assessments to identify the specific cause of muscle weakness
    • Former professor at Duzce University Faculty of Medicine training next-generation neurologists
    • Expert in demyelinating diseases which disrupt the protective coating of nerves
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Nimet Dortcan

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Nimet Dortcan is a specialist in clinical neurophysiology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral nervous system disorders at Liv Hospital.

    • Specialises in Electromyography (EMG) to assess muscle and nerve health for accurate diagnosis
    • Completed a Master's degree in Electroneurophysiology at Istanbul University
    • Former specialist at the Neurophysiology Laboratory within Fatih Sultan Mehmet Education and Research Hospital
    • Expert in managing complex muscle diseases and peripheral nerve damage
    • Serves as a faculty member at Halic University Faculty of Medicine
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Bookimed Insights: Top Peripheral paralysis Specialists in Turkey for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top Peripheral paralysis specialists in Turkey, collaborating with 8 leading doctors. The specialists in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#141 years of experienceNeurological-based peripheral nerve disordersUS-trained specialist in behavioural neurology and dementia. Former Associate Professor with deep academic expertise in diagnosing complex nerve pathways and movement disorders within Istanbul's top hospital networks.
Turkey
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#215 years of experiencePaediatric peripheral nerve casesProfessor Siar Dursun is dually qualified in child health and paediatric neurology. He specialises in diagnosing and managing nerve conduction issues specifically in younger patients at Medipol University Hospital.
Turkey
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#346 years of experienceNeuromuscular junction diseasesDouble-specialised in neurology and clinical neurophysiology. He uses diagnostic nerve testing to treat peripheral neuropathy and motor neuron disorders with high precision. Former university professor and department leader.
Turkey
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#436 years of experienceElectromyography-based nerve diagnosisSpecialises in clinical neurophysiology and electrodiagnostics. She uses Electromyography (EMG) and evoked potentials to pinpoint nerve damage, ensuring precise treatment for peripheral nervous system diseases. Former head of neurophysiology laboratory.
Turkey
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