Best Epilepsy Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Baris Metin is a highly qualified neurologist and researcher who completed a PhD at Ghent University in Belgium, specialising in functional neuroimaging.

• Focuses on complex epilepsies and the use of electroencephalography (EEG) for accurate diagnosis
• Uses functional neuroimaging to map brain activity and pinpoint seizure origins
• Specialised in neurology at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Department of Neurology
• Active in international research with numerous papers on brain disorders and neuroimaging

Professor Yasar Kutukcu balances senior clinical leadership at Anadolu Medical Center with international research experience from the University of California San Francisco.

• Specialises in clinical neurophysiology to accurately map and monitor seizure activity
• Uses EEG-EMG diagnostics to pinpoint specific types of epilepsy for better management
• Member of the Turkish Clinical Neurophysiology EEG-EMG Society
• Integrates sleep disorder expertise to address common seizure triggers and nocturnal symptoms
• Trained at GATA Medical School, one of Turkey's premier military medical academies

Dr Celal Salcini is a senior neurology specialist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, where he focuses on the intersection of electrophysiology and complex seizure disorders.

• Specialises in electrophysiology – using nerve conduction tests to pinpoint precise seizure origins
• Expertise in Lafora disease – a rare and severe form of progressive myoclonic epilepsy
• Former lecturer at Uskudar University – trained the next generation of neurological specialists
• Co-authored Merritt's Neurology Handbook – a globally recognised resource for brain and spinal diseases
• Multilingual specialist who consults in English, Serbian, and Bosnian

Professor Nuran Burcu Arkali holds a Master's degree in electrophysiology, specialising in the complex electrical diagnostic testing required to pinpoint seizure activity.

• Performs advanced EEG monitoring to track brain waves and identify epilepsy triggers
• Completed specialist electrophysiology training at Istanbul University's top medical faculties
• Uses neural therapy and botulinum toxin for managing related neurological symptoms
• Expert in sleep disorders and headaches often associated with epilepsy cases
• Fellow of the Turkish Ministry of Health for specialised therapy applications

Professor Kursad Aydin has performed over 900 procedures and leads the paediatric neurology department at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex and medication-resistant epilepsy cases in children
• Performs Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) – a surgical ‘pacemaker’ for the brain to reduce seizures
• Expert in ketogenic diet therapy to manage epilepsy through metabolic control
• Highly skilled in combining medical management with surgical interventions for better outcomes
• Certified specialist from Gazi University, one of Turkey’s top medical faculties

Dr Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak brings specialised expertise in electrophysiology to Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – focusing on the electrical activity of the brain to manage epilepsy.

• Holds a Master's degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University
• Uses EEG (electroencephalogram) monitoring to pinpoint irregular brain wave patterns and capture seizure data
• Performs EMG (electromyography) to assess nerve and muscle health in complex neurological cases
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Previously served at major public and private neurology clinics across the region

Professor Sinan Comu is a highly regarded paediatric neurologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital with intensive training from top-tier institutions in the United States.

• Completed specialist paediatric neurology training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Faculty
• Focuses on managing paediatric epilepsy, developmental delays, and complex metabolic or genetic disorders
• Member of the Child Neurology Society and the Turkish Neurological Society
• Certified in pediatrics after residency at the Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital in Ohio

Dr. Nihal Isik is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She serves as the Turkey Representative to the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Isik specialized at Hacettepe University and focuses on neuro-muscular diseases, epilepsy, and dementia. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Authored the official Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines for Multiple Sclerosis.
• Published more than 60 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals.
• Heads sessions and delivers invited panels at global neurology conferences.
• Awarded for excellence in multiple sclerosis research at the National Neurology Congress.

Professor Baris Topcular has completed over 1,100 neurological treatments and leads the neurology department at the highly regarded Istanbul Science University.

• Uses molecular neuroimaging and brain PET scans for highly accurate seizure focus detection
• Gained international clinical experience at the University of Basel in Switzerland
• Specialises in neuropsychological assessment to evaluate how epilepsy impacts cognitive function
• Expert in botulinum toxin applications for associated muscular movement disorders
• Consults at the JCI-accredited Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital

Associate Professor Bariş Ekici is a specialist in paediatric neurology who has authored five books on autism and childhood neurological disorders.

• Specialises in dietary therapies for childhood epilepsy to help manage drug-resistant seizures
• Researched positron emission tomography (PET) imaging for children with infantile spasms
• Studied epilepsy outcomes in børn with periventricular leukomalacia – a type of brain injury in infants
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's oldest and most respected medical faculties

Professor Altindag is a multi-award-winning neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who has managed over 1,100 epilepsy procedures and complex consultations.

• Specialises in clinical neurophysiology, using advanced EEG monitoring to pin-point precise seizure origins
• Awarded first prize by the National Epilepsy Congress for her research into juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
• Subspecialised in neurophysiology, focusing on the electrical activity of the brain to guide treatment
• Active member of the Turkish Association for Combating Epilepsy and the Association of Child Neurology

Professor Ebru Erbayat Altay brings elite international training to Medipol Mega University Hospital, having refined her epilepsy expertise at the Barnes-Jewish Center for Comprehensive Epilepsy in the USA.

• Trained at the University of Washington – a world-leading hub for neurological research
• Specialises in managing complex adult and paediatric seizure disorders
• Expert in identifying surgical candidates for drug-resistant epilepsy cases
• Focuses on precise diagnosis through specialised neurological monitoring

Professor Yasef Özsarfati is a leading neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who specialised at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Focuses on epilepsy management and complex seizure disorders
• Completed a fellowship in the United States focusing on behavioural neurology
• Recognised as a Professor at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical institutions
• Holds senior membership in the neurology team at a JCI-accredited hospital
• Previously served as a specialist at the Iskenderun Navy Hospital

Professor Sultan Tarlaci is a senior neurologist at the JCI-accredited NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He has authored several medical books and numerous peer-reviewed studies on complex brain disorders.

• Specialises in managing complex seizure cases and medication-resistant epilepsy
• Lead academic at Istanbul Uskudar University – a specialist neurosciences institution
• Extensive research background in epilepsy and degenerative brain diseases
• Received multiple national awards for contributions to neurosurgical research
• Completed residency at Ege University – one of Turkey's oldest medical schools

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.

Professor Mehmet Tonge serves as a senior specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital – Turkey's largest private medical complex.

• Specialises in neurosurgery for the brain and nervous system
• Works within a JCI-accredited facility meeting international clinical standards
• Focuses on surgical solutions for neurological disorders
• Practices at a major university hospital that serves complex international cases

Professor Tahsin Ali Zirh is an accomplished neurosurgeon who completed prestigious fellowships at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital.

• Specialises in functional neurosurgery for managing complex neurological conditions
• Highly trained in neurophysiology to monitor brain function during surgery
• Completed intensive surgical training across the UK, USA, and Canada
• Former Research Fellow at the University of Toronto's Neurosurgery Division
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Associate Professor Suber Dikici is a senior neurologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex seizure disorders.

• Completed specialist DBS training in Dubai for deep brain stimulation procedures
• Specialises in sleep-related epilepsy and sleep medicine diagnostics
• Served as Associate Professor of Neurology at Düzce University for seven years
• Awarded for publication success and research contributions in clinical neurology
• Active member of the Turkish Sleep Medicine Association and Turkish Neurology Association