Neurology Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Professor Lutfi Hanoglu heads the neurology department at Medipol Mega University Hospital, specialises in Parkinson's disease and demyelinating conditions.

• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) to help manage severe movement disorders
• Focuses on demyelinating processes where the nerve's protective coating is damaged
• Provides targeted treatments for chronic neurological pain and neurodegenerative conditions
• Offers expert second medical opinions and thorough review of complex case documents
• Leads clinical research and treatment protocols as a Professor of Neurology

Professor Ece Gultekin is a leading specialist in paediatric neurology at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on children with medication-resistant epilepsy and complex developmental delays.

• Subspecialised in child neurology with a PhD from Medipol University
• Expert in managing resistant epilepsy, sleep disorders, and cerebral palsy
• Monitors risky infants and treats neurological developmental delays like speech or walking issues
• Member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey and the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Altay is a specialist neurologist and epileptologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. She trained at the Barnes-Jewish Center for Comprehensive Epilepsy in the United States.

• Focuses on managing complex and medication-resistant epilepsy cases
• Completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Washington
• Specialises in precise diagnosis of challenging seizure disorders
• Expert in neuro-diagnostic monitoring for patients with chronic epilepsy

Dr Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren has performed thousands of procedures at Avicenna International Hospital with a focus on microsurgery and patient safety.

• Specialises in microsurgery-assisted craniotomy – uses smaller incisions to help preserve healthy tissue
• Performs neurosurgical procedures under high-magnification microscopes for better accuracy
• Prioritises minimally invasive access to reduce surgical risks and improve recovery times
• Provides direct contact details to every patient for constant post-surgery support

Associate Professor Nimet Dortcan is a board-certified sub-specialist in clinical neurophysiology at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on complex nerve and muscle diagnostics.

• Holds a Master of Electroneurophysiology from Istanbul University for high-precision diagnostic testing
• Specialises in electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies to identify neuromuscular disorders
• Performs botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for the management of chronic migraines and movement disorders
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Haliç University Faculty of Medicine, training the next generation of neurologists
• Expert in sleep disorders and polysomnography, using sleep studies to diagnose restorative health issues

Neurosurgeon, specialist in stereotactic neurosurgery

20 years

• Member of the Indian Association of Functional Stereotactic Neurosurgery.
• Member of the Indian Association of Neurologists and Spinal Neurosurgeons.
• Has publications on functional stereotactic neurosurgery.
• Received the Delhi Medical Association Award in 2015.

Professor Sumit Singh was the first specialist in India to use botulinum toxin for treating severe headaches and trigeminal neuralgia. He currently serves as the chief neurologist leading the team at Artemis Hospitals.

• Specialises in Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and complex movement disorders
• Founder of the dedicated Headache Clinic at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences
• Redesigned medical protocols for more effective treatment of myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness)
• Published 104 scientific articles and contributed to 14 medical textbooks
• Active member of the International Headache Society and the Movement Disorder Society

Dr Balamurugan is a neurosurgeon at Apollo Hospital Indraprastha who completed specialist training across India, Japan, and Australia.

• Specialises in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease
• Achieved youngest qualification in the first attempt at Diplomate National Board
• Awarded 'Best Neurosurgery Resident' for his clinical performance
• Provides targeted neurosurgical interventions for movement disorders
• Uses international training to manage medication-resistant neurological conditions

Dr Aditya Gupta has performed 1,100+ deep brain stimulation (DBS) procedures. He leads the neurosurgery department at Artemis Hospital following extensive specialist training across the USA and Europe.

• Specialises in DBS for movement disorders and medication-resistant epilepsy
• Expert in radiosurgery using Cyberknife and Gamma Knife for tumours
• Trained at Wake Forest University and Chippenham Medical Center
• Performs nerve and brachial plexus surgery to restore limb function
• Recognised with the Sir Dorabji Tata Award for clinical excellence

Dr Burcak Ekinci Evci is an award-winning neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. She was recognised with the TND – Schering-Plough Proceedings of the Year Award for her clinical contributions.

• Specialises in electroneurophysiology – using electrical tests to diagnose complex nerve and brain disorders
• Manages medication-resistant epilepsy and temporal lobe conditions
• Expert in treating hippocampal sclerosis and movement disorders
• Background in managing facial pain through trigeminal SEP applications
• Subspecialised at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Burak Eren is a leading specialist in brain and nerve surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, focusing on tumours and complex spinal repair.

• Treats brain and pituitary tumours using endoscopic methods for less invasive access
• Specialises in spinal cord tumours and traumatic brain and spinal injuries
• Manages lumbar and cervical disc herniations and spinal canal stenosis
• Active researcher in traumatic brain injury recovery and spinal stabilisation

Dr Osman Karli is a paediatrics specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a background in managing childhood illnesses and developmental care.

• Treats myoclonic epilepsy cases in paediatric patients with complex backgrounds
• Manages diverse childhood diseases and preventive health programmes
• Specialises in healthy child monitoring from birth through to age 18
• Presented research on differential diagnosis for zinc deficiency and diabetes-related epilepsy
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital

Associate Professor Hatice Balaban is a leading neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, specialising in movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Expert in botulinum toxin therapy for chronic migraines, dystonia, and spasticity
• Manages complex cases of Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and epilepsy
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Former faculty member and Associate Professor at Cumhuriyet University