Alzheimer's disease Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Anil Gurkan is a highly rated neurologist at You Clinic who has performed over 900 neurological procedures for complex brain conditions.

• Specialises in managing Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
• Completed his medical training and neurology residency at the prestigious Dokuz Eylül University
• Maintains active membership in the Parkinson's Disease Association of Turkey
• Published researcher in neuroimmunological disorders and cognitive testing
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Society and MS Research Society

Dr. Tamer Atasever is a nuclear medicine specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He previously served as the Director of the Nuclear Medicine Department at Ankara Order Laboratory. Dr. Atasever held multiple professorships at the prestigious Gazi University. He is a member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.

• Expert in radioiodine therapy and PET-CT with Gallium 68 for cancer diagnostics.
• Uses advanced nuclear imaging for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul.
• Member of the Turkey Association of Nuclear Medicine.

Professor Talip Asil brings international expertise to Biruni University Hospital, having served as a stroke fellow at the University of Calgary in Canada.

• Specialises in managing dementia and neurodegenerative conditions
• Former Head of Department at several university medical faculties
• Expert in interventional neurology and complex movement disorders
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa, one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Recognised for clinical research into brain health and stroke prevention

Professor Abdullah Ozkardes is a senior neurology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex neurodegenerative conditions. He previously served as Chief Physician at Kutahya Air Hospital, bringing high-level clinical leadership to patient care.

• Specialises in diagnosing and managing cognitive decline and memory-related disorders
• Completed intensive neurology residency at the prestigious GATA Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association, focusing on evidence-based neurological protocols
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at one of Turkey's leading university hospitals

Professor Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz is a senior neurology specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital – Turkey's largest private medical complex.

• Specialises in managing cognitive disorders and senior neurological health
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society and Turkish Medical Association
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top-ranked medical schools
• Holds a double specialty in neurology and nephrology for complex cases
• Active in the Turkish Association of Sleep Medicine to manage related symptoms

Associate Professor Бусе Чагла Ары is a senior neurologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a dedicated focus on dementia care.

• Member of the Turkish Alzheimer Association specialised in managing cognitive decline
• University academic at Istanbul Medipol University teaching future neurology specialists
• Uses electroencephalogram (EEG) testing to monitor brain activity and diagnostic accuracy
• Specialises in neurorehabilitation to help patients maintain independence and daily function
• Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society

Professor Lutfi Hanoglu leads the neurology department at Medipol Mega University Hospital – one of Turkey's largest private medical institutions.

• Head of neurology specialising in neurodegenerative disorders and memory loss
• Provides detailed second opinions based on existing scans and clinical reports
• Expert in demyelinating processes that affect the brain's protective nerve coating
• Oversees hospital-wide protocols for complex neurological diagnostic procedures
• Focuses on mapping neural pathways to manage progressive cognitive decline

Dr. Siar Dursun is a pediatric neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex neurological conditions in children, including epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Dr. Dursun completed his medical training at Adnan Menderes University and Izmir Research Hospital. He works at a university-affiliated center that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Treats neurodegenerative diseases, West syndrome, and spinal muscular atrophy.
• Performs pediatric check-ups and diagnostic video-EEG monitoring for epilepsy.
• Provides medication management for autism and Parkinson’s disease.
• Practices at a hospital with 21 dedicated newborn intensive care units.

Professor Melda Bozluolcay leads the neurology department at Biruni University Hospital, where she focuses on complex dementia cases and age-related memory disorders.

• Specialises in managing behavioural changes and forgetfulness linked to neurodegenerative conditions
• Expert in brain vascular diseases and their impact on cognitive decline
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, a premier Turkish medical school
• Fluent in English and French, facilitating clear communication with international patients
• Treats patients at a university hospital known for research-based protocols

Dr. Tahsin Ali Zirh is a neurosurgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. Dr. Zirh completed research fellowships at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital. He is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's and movement disorders.
• Treats epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and chronic pain using stereotaxic surgeries.
• Provides Gamma Knife and Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega Hospital, which treats over 1,200 daily patients.

Dr. Yunus Keser Yilmaz is a cardiovascular surgeon and integrative medicine physician at Natural Klinik. He specializes in non-surgical treatments for varicose veins and complex vascular conditions. Dr. Yilmaz has authored over 100 scientific articles in national and international journals. He combines surgical expertise with complementary therapies like ozone and neural therapy.

• Completed 20 scientific courses focused on cardiovascular surgery.
• Treats chronic conditions including hypertension, atherosclerosis, and arrhythmia.
• Integrates phytotherapy, homeopathy, and acupuncture into vascular care plans.
• Focuses on stem cell treatments and ozone therapy for vein repair.