Best Neuritis Of The Facial Nerve Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak has performed over 900 successful treatments and holds a Master's degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University.

• Specialises in Electromyography (EMG) to assess nerve damage and muscle health
• Uses nerve conduction studies to precisely diagnose facial nerve functional loss
• Expert in managing complex vertigo and neurological pain disorders
• Trained at Okmeydani Teaching and Research Hospital's prestigious Neurology Clinic
• Practises at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a leading JCI-accredited facility

Associate Professor Baris Topcular uses senior clinical expertise from the University of Basel in Switzerland to manage complex nerve disorders.

• Specialises in neuro-rehabilitation for patients with severe facial nerve weakness
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society with a focus on movement disorders
• Trained at the PharmaZentrum Research Center to apply latest clinical findings
• Works within the specialised neurology department at Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Expertise in electromyography (EMG) to assess muscle and nerve function accuracy

Associate Professor Akakin completed a prestigious neuroanatomy fellowship at the University of Florida – focusing on the intricate nerve pathways of the brain and face.

• Specialises in neurovascular surgery and the management of complex cranial nerve disorders
• Expert in microsurgical approaches to treat nerve compression and restore facial function
• Completed a Doctorate Program in Neuroanatomy at the University of Florida
• Published extensive research on cerebrovascular diseases in international medical journals
• Practises at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a centre dedicated to neurological excellence

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 Mustafa Bozbuga is a senior neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital who specializes in complex skull base procedures and nerve repair.

• Performs microsurgical decompression to relieve pressure on the facial nerve
• Expert in neuro-oncology involving tumours that affect facial nerve function
• Professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a specialist centre for neurological science
• Published extensive research in international peer-reviewed journals on neurovascular surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of the region's top-tier medical schools

Professor Lutfi Hanoglu leads neurology at Medipol Mega University Hospital, specialises in managing nerve disorders and complex demyelinating processes.

• Deeply experienced in treating inflammatory nerve conditions like facial nerve neuritis
• Expert in neurorehabilitation to restore muscle function after nerve damage
• Specialises in Parkinson's disease and chronic neurological motor disorders
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society and international research groups
• Published extensive research on nerve regeneration and cognitive health

Associate Professor Ebru Altindag is a neurophysiology subspecialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who has earned multiple national awards for her clinical research.

• Holds a subspecialty in clinical neurophysiology, focusing on how the nervous system functions
• Uses electromyography (EMG) to assess nerve damage and muscle response for precise diagnosis
• Awarded by the Turkish Neurology Association for her work on nerve unit estimation
• Served as a senior neurologist at the prestigious Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Member of the Association of Child Neurology and Neuroimmunology

Dr Fatma Gulhan Sahbaz is a specialist neurologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with expertise in managing complex nerve disorders and facial paralysis.

• Specialises in botulinum toxin applications to help restore facial symmetry and muscle function
• Trained at the Istanbul Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology and the Turkish Neurology Society
• Uses nerve blocks and specialized therapies for chronic cranial nerve pain management
• Focuses on neurophysiology to accurately track nerve recovery and muscle response

Dr Ela Simay Zengin is a neurology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with academic training from four of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties.

• Member of the American Academy of Neurology and European Academy of Neurology
• Specialises in botulinum toxin therapy to help restore facial symmetry and movement
• Focuses on neuro-rehabilitation to manage paralysis and improve nerve recovery
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Trained at Dokuz Eylül and Acıbadem University medical schools

EDUCATION:

2014 ADNAN MENDERES UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, CHILD HEALTH AND DISEASES, CHILD NEUROLOGY

2011 IZMIR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, CHILD HEALTH AND DISEASES

2011 Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital, Child Health and Diseases

2004 DICLE UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

EXPERIENCE:

2018 Istanbul Medipol Hospital

2017 - 2018 Kartal Education and Research Hospital

2014 - 2016 Denizli State Hospital

2011 - 2014 Aydin Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine Hospital

2006 - 2011 Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital

2011Izmir Education and Research Hospital

Professor Yasef Özsarfati is a leading neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with senior expertise in managing complex nerve and brain disorders.

• Completed specialist neurological training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on neuro-rehabilitation for conditions affecting facial movement and sensation
• Undertook specialist research in the United States focusing on behavioural neurology
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul University training the next generation of neurologists
• Expert in multidisciplinary care for nerve inflammations and chronic headaches

Ulvi Samadzade is a key neurologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with academic backing from the prestigious Dokuz Eylul University Hospital.

• Treats facial nerve neuritis using IVIG therapy and plasmapheresis to reduce inflammation
• Offers botulinum toxin injections to manage secondary muscle spasms and restore symmetry
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology for evidence-based practice
• Specialises in peripheral nervous system disorders affecting facial motor control
• Collaborates on complex cases within the Turkish Neurological Society network

Professor Ayhan Ozturk is a senior neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul with a formal subspecialisation in clinical neurophysiology.

• Specialises in peripheral neuropathy – conditions involving damage to the nerves outside the brain and spine
• Uses clinical neurophysiology to precisely map nerve function and identify the exact site of nerve damage
• Completed advanced medical training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Former Professor of Medicine at Duzce University – taught the next generation of neurology specialists

Dr Nimet Dortcan is a specialist in clinical neurophysiology from the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine who treats peripheral nervous system disorders at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Specialises in electromyography (EMG) to assess nerve damage and muscle response
• Uses neurophysiological examinations to evaluate facial nerve function and recovery
• Holds a Master's degree in Electroneurophysiology from Istanbul University
• Faculty Member at Haliç University training the next generation of neurologists
• Expert in applying Botulinum A toxin for nerve-related muscle complications