Epilepsy Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr Ela Simay Zengin is a neurology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with international credentials from the American Academy of Neurology.

• Specialises in managing complex epilepsy cases and seizure disorders
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Trained at several prestigious Turkish medical faculties including Dokuz Eylul University
• Uses botulinum toxin applications and migraine vaccines for related neurological conditions
• Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society

Dr Tara Rak-areekul achieved first place in the National Epilepsy Quiz Tournament, a prestige recognition of clinical knowledge in seizure management.

• Ranked first out of all Thai residents in the national neurological formative examination
• Specialised training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital – a top-tier tertiary neurology centre
• Developed expertise in cognitive disorders during a fellowship at a leading university hospital
• Certified in critical care protocols including the NIH Stroke Scale for emergency neurology
• Presented neurological research at international conferences in Canada and across Asia

Dr Somjet Tosamran earned first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University and is currently completing an epilepsy subspecialty fellowship at Thailand's premier medical institution.

• Specialises in managing complex seizure disorders and chronic epilepsy cases
• Completed residency at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Holds a Master of Science in Internal Medicine
• Practises at PYONG Rehabilitation Group, focusing on neurological recovery
• Certified specialist by the Thai Medical Council

Professor Shon is a senior neurologist at Samsung Medical Center, one of the top-ranked hospitals in South Korea for complex neurological care.

• Specialises in managing adult epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Expertise in clinical neurophysiology to help pinpoint brain activity issues
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for high safety standards
• Focuses on pharmacological management for difficult-to-treat epilepsy cases

Professor Gulsen Kose is a leading paediatric neurologist at Liv Hospital Ulus who specialises in managing complex epilepsy and febrile convulsions in children.

• Treats paediatric epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and neurodegenerative disorders
• Member of the International League Against Epilepsy
• Founding member of the Turkish Society of Developmental Paediatric Neurology
• Former Clinic Chief and department founder at Ankara Paediatric Health and Hematology Oncology Hospital
• Actively involved in the Society of European Paediatric Neurology

Regular member of the Korean Society of Radiology

Founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology

Founding member of the Korean Stroke Society

Regular member of the American Stroke Association

Regular member of the World Stroke Society

Regular member of the World Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery

Regular member of the European Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery

Regular member of the Intervention Society

24 pieces of overseas and domestic thesis presentation (SCI)

50 times of overseas and domestic conference lectures

Dr. Mustafa Kilic is a skilled neurosurgeon with expertise in neuromodulation. He performs Deep Brain Stimulation, Spinal Cord Stimulation, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Dr. Kilic manages all stages of patient care, from preoperative evaluation to postoperative follow-up. He focuses on achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients.

Dr. Kilic is an Associate Professor at Istinye University. He is active in neurosurgery research and education. As a member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society, he has completed many advanced neuromodulation procedures. His work has led to high patient satisfaction and strong results in complex neurological cases.

Professor Nimet Dortcan is a specialist in clinical neurophysiology, focusing on the electrical mapping of the brain to manage complex epilepsy cases.

• Specialises in electroencephalography (EEG) to pinpoint exact seizure triggers in the brain
• Expert in clinical neurophysiology – uses electrical testing to guide precise treatment plans
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Haliç University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed advanced research at Istanbul University's Experimental Medicine Research Institute
• Focuses on sleep disorders and muscle diseases alongside seizure management

Professor Ayhan Ozturk is a neurophysiology specialist at Liv Hospital who uses electrodiagnostic testing to identify precise seizure triggers.

• Holds a minor specialisation in clinical neurophysiology for detailed brain activity mapping
• Uses EEG monitoring to differentiate between epilepsy and other neurological conditions
• Manages complex neuromuscular disorders that often overlap with seizure symptoms
• Board-certified specialist trained at the Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Lead neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – a high-tech multidisciplinary medical centre

Professor Talip Asil completed an international fellowship in Canada and held senior leadership roles across major university hospitals. He currently treats complex neurological cases at Biruni University Hospital.

• Specialises in managing adult epilepsy and chronic seizure disorders
• Trained in interventional neurology to address vascular-related brain conditions
• Former Professor at Bezmialem Faculty of Medicine – a leading Turkish medical school
• Collaborated with the University of Calgary Stroke Programme on neurological recovery
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society with 50+ published research papers

Professor Ece Gultekin is a dedicated paediatric neurologist at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in complex seizure management for children.

• Focuses on drug-resistant epilepsy using modern treatment protocols
• Completed subspecialist training in paediatric neurology at Medipol University
• Expert in managing neurological developmental delays and cerebral palsy
• Active member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey
• Manages sleep disorders and autism-related neurological issues

Professor Abdullah Ozkardes is a neurology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with significant expertise in managing seizure disorders.

• Trained at the prestigious GATA Faculty of Medicine in Ankara
• Former Assistant Professor of Neurology – educating the next generation of specialists
• Expert in neuro-diagnostic testing for accurate seizure identification
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association
• Served as a flight physician with specialized training in aviation medicine