Best Facial Palsy Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr. Siriporn Cheawchanwej is an aesthetic physician at Somchai Clinic in Bangkok. She has performed over 15,000 procedures throughout her career. She holds a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. Dr. Cheawchanwej completed specific training in facial design at Mae Fah Luang University.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, facial fat transfer, and neck lift surgery.
• Completed international training in botulinum toxin and minimal invasive surgery in Seoul.
• Performs FUE hair transplants and Vaser liposuction.
• Treats 10,000 patients annually at Somchai Clinic alongside a team of specialists.

Dr Kantaphong Thongrong is a specialist physiatrist who leads the rehabilitation department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital in Bangkok.

• Specialises in treating hemifacial spasm and facial muscle dysfunction using botulinum toxin injections
• Provides ultrasound-guided interventions to precisely target affected nerves and muscles for better results
• Expert in neurorehabilitation, focusing on restoring facial symmetry and muscle movement control
• Instructs medical students in clinical neurology at King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
• Presented medical research at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia

With over 25 years of clinical and academic experience, the doctor is a highly accomplished specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Clinical expertise encompasses hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery. The doctor has held significant positions at various training and research hospitals, including serving as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor has pursued international professional development, including an observership at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. After being appointed Associate Professor in 2018, the doctor attained the rank of Professor in 2024 and currently practices as a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Associate Professor Buse Cagla Ari is a senior neurologist at the PARMER movement disorders centre, specialising in the complex neurological management of facial motor control.

• Expert in botulinum toxin (Botox) applications to manage facial spasms and restore symmetry
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Board member of the Turkish Neurological Association's Neurorehabilitation Working Group
• Highly published researcher with over 15 international papers on neurological recovery

Dr Fatma Gulhan Sahbaz is a specialist neurologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on rehabilitating nerve function for patients with facial paralysis.

• Specialises in botulinum toxin application to manage facial symmetry and muscle spasms
• Trained at Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish clinical hub
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Uses clinical neurophysiology techniques to assess nerve damage and recovery potential
• Former Clinic Chief at Afyonkarahisar State Hospital overseeing complex neurological cases

Dr Ulvi Samadzade specialise in managing peripheral nervous system disorders at the Medicalpoint International Hospital. He uses targeted therapies to help restore facial function and manage muscle complications.

• Specialise in botulinum toxin injections to treat facial synkinesis and muscle spasms
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology and the Turkish Neurological Society
• Trained in neuro-rehabilitation at the prestigious Dokuz Eylul University Hospital
• Uses intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy for underlying nerve inflammation

Dr Tara Rak-areekul is a top-ranked neurologist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group who achieved the number one rank in Thailand's national neurological examination.

• Specialises in neurorehabilitation for patients recovering from nerve and brain-related disorders
• Completed specialised training with the Thai Stroke Society in acute neurological care
• Award-winning specialist with first-place honours from the Neurological Society of Thailand
• Trained at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, one of South East Asia's premier medical institutions

Dr Somjet Tosamran earned first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University and leads neurological care at PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Specialises in neurology with a focus on nerve function and rehabilitation
• Completed specialised residency at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Holds a Master of Science in Internal Medicine from Thailand's top medical school
• Pursuing advanced fellowship training in epilepsy and complex neurological disorders

Dr Ela Simay Zengin uses botulinum toxin therapy to help manage symptoms for facial palsy patients at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Brings specialist expertise from Acibadem University – a leading Turkish medical training institution
• Uses botulinum toxin injections to improve facial symmetry and reduce involuntary muscle spasms
• Member of the American Academy of Neurology
• Active member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Focuses on neurological recovery and managing paralysis-related conditions

Dr. Siar Dursun is a pediatric neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex neurological conditions in children, including epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Dr. Dursun completed his medical training at Adnan Menderes University and Izmir Research Hospital. He works at a university-affiliated center that serves 350,000 patients annually.

• Treats neurodegenerative diseases, West syndrome, and spinal muscular atrophy.
• Performs pediatric check-ups and diagnostic video-EEG monitoring for epilepsy.
• Provides medication management for autism and Parkinson’s disease.
• Practices at a hospital with 21 dedicated newborn intensive care units.