Best Alzheimer's Disease Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Baris Metin has performed 900+ neurological treatments and holds a PhD in psychology, making him a dual expert in brain function and behaviour.

• Specialises in memory disorders and neurodegenerative conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
• Uses functional neuroimaging to map brain activity for more accurate diagnostic outcomes
• Integrates TMS sessions – non-invasive brain stimulation – into patient care plans
• Contributes to global medical knowledge with numerous research papers on attention and memory
• Completed international clinical research and doctoral studies at Ghent University in Belgium

Associate Professor Mehmet Tonge is a leader in functional neurosurgery, specialising in brain-mapping techniques and neuromodulation at the Medipol University PARMER centre.

• Uses MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) to treat neurological conditions without making surgical incisions
• Completed a high-level Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) fellowship at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Serves as an executive board member for the Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society
• Expert in Gamma Knife radiosurgery, providing precise radiation treatment for complex brain lesions

Professor Kocabicak is a leading authority in functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation, specialising in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for complex neurological conditions.

• Serves as the Rector of Atlas University and is a founding board member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Holds a PhD from Maastricht University in the clinical and scientific aspects of deep brain stimulation
• Uses DBS to manage symptoms in neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on clinical outcomes and neurogenesis
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgery (EANS) functional group committee

Dr Nuran Burcu Arkali is a neurology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a Master of Electrophysiology from Istanbul University. She focus on managing cognitive decline through detailed neurological mapping.

• Specialises in managing dementia and memory-related disorders using EEG diagnostic monitoring
• Completed a Master of Science in Electrophysiology to better understand brain activity patterns
• Uses neural therapy and ozone therapy to support traditional neurological treatment plans
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak holds a Master's degree in Electrophysiology, providing her with specialised expertise in tracking the brain's electrical activity to manage dementia cases.

• Specialises in dementia care and diagnostic neurophysiology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Uses EEG and PSG to monitor brain function and sleep patterns in Alzheimer's patients
• Completed her medical training at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Expert in EMG and EEG diagnostics to assess nerve and brain health

Associate Professor Baris Topcular refined his neurology expertise at the PharmaZentrum Research Center in Switzerland before leading dementia clinics in Istanbul.

• Specialises in managing complex dementia and movement disorders
• Performs assessments at the Gayrettepe PET department for precise brain imaging
• Serves as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Science University
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul Medical Faculty Neurology Department

The doctor is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist with 39 years of experience, currently practicing at Medipol Mega University Hospital. The doctor has held professorships at Gazi University and served as the Director of the Department of Nuclear Medicine at Ankara Order Laboratory. The doctor is a member of both the Turkey Association of Nuclear Medicine and the European Association of Nuclear Medicine. The doctor graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 1984 and became a Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Ankara University in 1992.

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 Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz leads the Movement Disorders Unit at Medipol University, where she specialises in tailored treatment plans for neurodegenerative conditions.

• Trained at London's prestigious UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology as a Parkinson's and neuromodulation specialist
• Focuses on personalized medical follow-up to manage complex cognitive and movement symptoms
• Published over 30 clinical research papers on neurological health and cognitive function
• Collaborates with neurosurgery teams to assess patients for advanced stimulation therapies

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

Professor Sultan Tarlaci is a senior neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a specialist facility dedicated solely to brain health and neuropsychiatry.

• Specialises in managing dementia and Alzheimer's disease with tailored care plans
• Published extensive research in international peer-reviewed journals on neuroscience
• Contributed chapters to several medical textbooks on neurological disorders
• Trained at Ege University, one of the region's most prestigious medical schools
• Recipient of multiple awards for his contributions to clinical neurology

2015 - 2015

Medipol Üniversitesi Parkinson Hastalığı ve Hareket Bozuklukları Merkezi

2009 - 2009

Medicalpark Bahçelievler Hastanesi

1999 - 2004

Medicalpark Bahçelievler Hastanesi

1997 - 2009

Amerikan Hastanesi

1997 - 1997

VKV Amerikan Hastanesi

1995 - 1995

Division of Neurosurgery, Toronto Western Hospital Research Fellow

1995 - 1995

Department of Neurosurgery, The Johns Hopkins Hospital

1995 - 1997

Toronto Western Hospital,

1994 - 1994

Division of Neurosurgery, Toronto Western Hospital

1992 - 1992

Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia

1992 - 1992

Department of Neurosurgery, University of Washington

1992 - 1992

İsrail Kudüs, The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies European

1991 - 1991

İspanya Zaragoz- The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies European

1990 - 1990

Glasgow, Scotland, İngiltere

1990 - 1990

Glasgow ve Edinburg, The British Council

1990 - 1990

Glasgow ve Edinburg, The British Council1994

Marmara University Institute of Health Sciences, Neurophysiology

1993

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery

1989

Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery and Neurosurgery

1983

Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine

1983

Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine

Professor Yasef Özsarfati treats Alzheimer's disease with expertise gained from intensive training in the United States, focusing on dementia and behavioural neurology.

• Specialises in behavioural neurology, which manages how brain conditions affect conduct and thinking
• Practises at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital – a facility known for specialist medical care
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of the region's most prestigious medical institutions

Associate Professor Buse Cagla Ari is a leading neurologist at Istanbul Medipol University, specialised in managing complex dementia and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Active member of the Turkish Alzheimer's Disease Society
• Expertise in lifestyle and nutritional interventions for healthy brain ageing
• Published researcher on risk factors and protective strategies for Alzheimer's disease
• Specialises in neurorehabilitation to improve daily function in patients with memory loss
• Uses polysomnography to treat sleep disturbances frequently linked to dementia

Dr Inci Emekli is a movement disorders specialist at PARMER, Turkey's leading centre for complex neurological conditions.

• Trained at Istanbul University, a premier institution for memory and cognitive disorders
• Completed a fellowship at Michigan State University in movement and neurological disorders
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology, staying updated on the latest dementia protocols
• Researches genetic markers in neurodegenerative diseases to improve diagnostic accuracy
• Board-certified neurologist focusing on hereditary and cognitive neurological conditions

The doctor has extensive experience in occupational medicine, having worked in this field from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, from 2005 to 2013, the doctor served at Haseki Education and Research Hospital, contributing significantly to the medical community. Additionally, from 1987 to 2013, the doctor was involved with Haliç University, working with the Foundation for Children with Leukemia, showcasing a long-standing commitment to pediatric oncology and research.

Associate Professor Suber Dikici is a senior neurologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a distinguished academic background in cognitive health.

• Recognised with the Publication Success Incentive Award for contributions to neurological research
• Completed specialised training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in Dubai
• Holds certification in sleep medicine to manage sleep-related symptoms in dementia
• Former Associate Professor of Neurology at Düzce University
• Active member of the Turkish Neurology Association

Dr Fatma Gulhan Sahbaz is a dedicated neurology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with expertise in managing degenerative brain disorders. She previously served as Clinic Chief at Afyonkarahisar State Hospital, overseeing complex neurological care.

• Specialises in managing Alzheimer's and various dementia-related disorders
• Uses IVIG therapy and plasmapheresis to treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Trained at Kartal Dr Lutfi Kirdar Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish neurology hub
• Active in the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society