Anorexia Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Elshad Gulmammadov is a psychiatry specialist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital who trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats complex psychiatric conditions using evidence-based medical protocols
• Completed specialist training in Mental Health and Diseases
• Practises at a dedicated neuropsychiatry hospital focusing on brain disorders
• Supports patients through both face-to-face and online consultation sessions

Dr Lale Allahyarova specialises in child and adolescent psychiatry at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focussing on eating disorders like anorexia.

• Uses psychosomatic therapies like Deep TMS – non-invasive brain stimulation to help regulate mood and eating behaviours
• Qualified specialist from Çukurova University Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
• Specialises in Cognitive Behavioural Therapies tailored for children and teenagers
• Manages complex cases involving trauma, anxiety, and depression alongside eating disorders
• Integrates family communication strategies to support recovery at home during treatment

Dr Elvin Guliyev uses evidence-based psychological strategies at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital to help patients manage complex eating disorders like anorexia.

• Trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) by world-recognised expert Professor Mehmet Zihni Sungur
• Completed psychiatry residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's oldest and most prestigious medical schools
• Regular contributor to international mental health congresses on modern treatment presentations
• Works within a multidisciplinary brain hospital for integrated physical and mental recovery

Professor Sinem Zeynep Metin leads the dedicated Pink Clinic at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focusing on specialised recovery programmes for eating disorders.

• Lectures at Üsküdar University and trains the next generation of psychologists
• Completed intensive training in cognitive and behavioural therapies (CBT)
• Certified sexual therapist through the Sexual Education, Research and Treatment Association
• Published research on psychosomatic disorders in international scientific journals
• Collaborates within a multidisciplinary brain hospital for comprehensive patient support

Assistant Professor Elvan Ciftci combines psychiatric expertise with a PhD in neuroscience to treat eating disorders at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specialises in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help patients reshape eating patterns
• Uses Motivational Therapy techniques to build engagement in long-term recovery
• Expertise in Mindfulness Training to manage the anxiety associated with meals
• Trained in Supportive Psychotherapy to provide stable emotional care during treatment
• Qualified at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions

Professor Nevzat Tarhan is a leading psychiatric expert and the founder of NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – Turkey's first neuropsychiatric hospital. He serves as the Rector of Uskudar University and has authored dozens of medical textbooks on mental health treatment.

• Specialises in psychopharmacology for managing complex chemical imbalances
• Provides evidence-based care for stress-related eating disorders
• Published 150+ research articles on innovative psychiatric protocols
• Awarded the Golden Axon Leadership Award for neuroscientific contributions
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Professor Firdevs Seyfe Sen is a senior psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, where she integrates psychotherapy with neuromodulation to treat eating disorders.

• Specialises in psychodrama therapy – uses guided action to explore the psychological roots of illness
• Uses Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) – a non-invasive brain stimulation that helps regulate mood and behaviour
• Trained in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to help patients reframe harmful thought patterns
• Certified in motivational interviewing to support patients through the recovery process
• Member of the EMDR Association with expertise in trauma-informed psychiatric care

Dr. Melek Gozde Lus is a child psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She contributed to Turkey’s Autism Action Plan. She trained family physicians on early autism detection. Dr. Lus treats ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. She also manages anxiety and OCD in children and adolescents.

• Member of the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Holds international certification in schema therapy.
• Specially trained in CBT-based play therapy and filial therapy.
• Authored research on bipolar co-diagnosis in children with ADHD.

Prof. Dr. Engin Emrem Beştepe is a psychiatrist. She graduated from the Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her psychiatry residency at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital. She completed a family therapy fellowship at the University of Chicago Center for Family Health in 1999.

She worked at Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental and Nervous Diseases Training and Research Hospital from 1997 to 2013. She became an Associate Professor of Psychiatry in 2012. In 2013, she was appointed Education Officer at Erenköy Hospital. She headed the Women’s Ward from 2013 to 2026. In 2021, she was appointed Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at SBÜ.

Professor Sermin Kesebir is a leading psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital specialised in psychoneurophysiology and psychoanalytically oriented therapy.

• Treats complex emotional disorders including depression and bipolar disorder
• Uses psychoneurophysiology to understand how brain function affects behaviour
• Completed medical training at Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Publishes research on psychiatric outcomes in international medical journals
• Presents scientific papers at global psychiatric conferences

Dr Suleyman Oflu is a specialist psychiatrist at Private Yüzyıl Hospital who focuses on the complex intersection of eating disorders and personality health.

• Specialises in treating anorexia and co-occurring anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorders
• Trained at Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine – a leading Turkish research institution
• Expertise in managing borderline and narcissistic personality traits alongside eating recovery
• Experienced in clinical psychiatric care at Erol Olçok Training and Research Hospital

Professor Erkmen leads the psychiatry department at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a facility renowned for treating complex eating disorders and mental health conditions.

• Specialises in managing eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia
• International Member of the American Psychiatric Association
• Contributes to the advisory boards of several scientific medical journals
• Member of the Society of Biological Psychiatry Association
• Trained at Ankara University School of Medicine

Uzm. Dr. Gunay Hajiyeva is a psychiatrist. She graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2013. She completed her psychiatry residency at Cukurova University Balcali Hospital in 2021. She received training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Dynamic Sexual Therapy.

Her clinical focus includes schizophrenia, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, alcohol and substance use disorders, and sexual dysfunction. She speaks English, Russian, and German. She is active in academic and clinical research. She has presented at national and international congresses.

Professor Karaca leads the mental health team at Emsey Hospital, bringing high-level expertise from Turkey's most prestigious psychiatric research institution.

• Trained at Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Disorders Hospital – a major regional centre for complex psychiatric cases
• Focuses on integrated care for eating disorders within a multidisciplinary hospital setting
• Former specialist at Edremit State Hospital with extensive practice in clinical psychiatry
• Member of the psychiatric team at JCI-accredited Emsey Hospital