Best Parkinson's disease Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Associate Professor Ali Zirh is a world leader in movement disorder surgery, having performed more than 1,600 successful Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) procedures.

• Uses microelectrode recording at the single-cell level to identify precise brain targets for electrode placement
• Holds a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of DBS patients in one location
• Completed clinical fellowships at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and the University of Virginia
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society

Professor Baris Metin has managed 1,100 neurological cases and serves as a lead neurologist for Parkinson's care at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Conducts expert evaluations for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) eligibility
• Specialises in functional neuroimaging to map brain activity precisely
• Experienced in international clinical practice across Turkey and Belgium
• Expert in electroencephalography (EEG) for monitoring complex neurological patterns
• Active researcher with numerous papers published in international scientific journals

Professor Yasar Kutukcu refined his neurology expertise at the University of California San Francisco and leads movement disorder care at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in neurophysiology and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for advanced cases
• Expert in managing complex tremors, dystonia, and medication-resistant symptoms
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Certified in botulinum toxin applications for associated muscle stiffness
• Active researcher contributing to the latest movement disorder treatment protocols

Dr Celal Salcini has performed over 900 neurological procedures and brings high-level expertise in movement disorders to NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex movement disorders including Parkinson's disease outbreaks
• Completed intensive specialty training in neurology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in electrophysiology to assess nerve and muscle function for precise diagnosis
• Contributed to major neurological textbooks and research on restless legs syndrome
• Clinical background includes academic teaching roles and extensive research in dementias

Dr. Mehmet Tonge is a stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon at Medipol University PARMER in Istanbul. He specializes in deep brain stimulation and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Dr. Tonge completed a fellowship in Deep Brain Stimulation at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. He treats movement disorders, chronic pain, and epilepsy.

• Member of the World and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies.
• Author of over 30 international publications and 12 book chapters on neurosurgery.
• Expert in MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) for movement disorder treatment.
• Executive board member for the Deep Brain Stimulation and Movement Disorders Surgery Society.

Professor Ersoy Kocabicak is a leading authority in functional neurosurgery and a founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association.

• Specialises in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) – an 'electronic pacemaker' for the brain that helps control Parkinson's tremors and rigidity
• Completed a PhD in DBS of the subthalamic nucleus at Maastricht University in the Netherlands
• Serves as a committee member for the European Association of Neurosurgery (EANS)
• Expert in microelectrode recording – a technique used during surgery to ensure the most precise electrode placement

Dr Nuran Burcu Arkali is a neurology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a Master's degree in electrophysiology. She focuses on complex movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Specialises in managing Parkinson's disease using a range of neurological interventions
• Uses EMG and EEG to monitor nerve and brain activity for accurate diagnosis
• Performs botulinum toxin applications to treat muscle stiffness and Parkinson's related tremors
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's oldest and most prestigious medical institutions
• Incorporates neural therapy to address chronic pain and autonomic nervous system dysfunction

Dr Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak has performed over 1,100 neurological treatments and leads care at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Holds a master's degree in electrophysiology from Istanbul University
• Uses electromyography (EMG) to assess muscle and nerve cell health
• Expert in electroencephalogram (EEG) monitoring for brain activity analysis
• Specialises in neurodegenerative disorders including dementia and movement issues
• Trained at the prestigious Cerrahpasa School of Medicine

Professor Baris Topcular uses his research background from the University of Basel to provide evidence-based care for movement disorders at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Treats complex Parkinson's cases using PET imaging for highly accurate neurological mapping
• Specialises in movement disorders at Istanbul University of Science – a premier medical faculty
• Trained at the PharmaZentrum Research Center in Switzerland specialising in neurological care
• Manages dementia and movement disorders in high-volume public and private university hospitals

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 Lutfi Hanoglu is a leading neurologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, where he leads the department focused on movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Specialises in Parkinson's disease and complex demyelinating processes involving nerve damage
• Holds a senior academic position as Professor of Neurology at a top-tier university hospital
• Guides clinical teams in using brain stimulation and medication protocols for motor symptoms
• Focuses on mapping nerve pathways to improve long-term patient mobility and cognitive health

Associate Professor Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz is a senior neurology specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, one of Turkey's largest medical complexes.

• Specialises in managing complex movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions
• Trained at Ankara University Medical School, a top clinical institution
• Active member of the Turkish Neurological Society
• Expertise in sleep medicine to manage Parkinson's-related sleep disturbances
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team for personalised medication regimes

Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz is a neuromodulation specialist who trained at the prestigious UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology in London.

• Co-ordinates personalized Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) therapy with surgical teams
• Leads the specialized Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Unit at PARMER
• Completed intensive neuromodulation training across Europe and Turkey
• Published 30 clinical research papers focused on movement disorder outcomes
• Manages complex cases including drug-resistant Parkinson's and restless legs syndrome

Dr Gulnar Ibrahimova improves patient quality of life at the specialised Medipol Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Centre (PARMER).

• Registered with the General Medical Council in the United Kingdom
• Completed specialist neurology training at the prestigious Istanbul University
• Practised at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London as an observer
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Association with research in international journals
• Focuses on pharmacological management and longitudinal care for movement disorders

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 Sultan Tarlaci is a leading neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital whose research and clinical work shape neurology standards.

• Specialises in managing Parkinson's disease using neuropsychiatric techniques to address both physical and cognitive symptoms
• Author and co-author of several books and peer-reviewed chapters in the field of neurosciences
• Completed his neurology residency and medical degree at Ege University School of Medicine
• Recipient of multiple awards for his significant contributions to neurological research
• Leads treatment programmes for movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions

Associate Professor Buse Cagla Ari is a key specialist at PARMER, one of the region's most prominent centres for Parkinson's disease and movement disorders.

• Focuses on the genetic factors of Parkinson's, specifically the influence of ADORA2A on medication-induced side effects
• Board member of the Turkish Neurological Association's Neurorehabilitation Working Group
• Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Published extensive research on metabolic triggers and dementia risk in movement disorder patients

Dr Inci Emekli is a movement disorder specialist at PARMER, one of the world's leading centres for treating complex Parkinson's cases.

• Completed a movement disorders fellowship at Michigan State University in the United States
• Specialises in hereditary Parkinson's disease, focusing on how genetic markers affect treatment
• Published research on the molecular findings of hereditary Parkinson's patients
• Board-certified neurologist and fellow of the Turkish Board of Neurology
• Active member of the European Academy of Neurology