Parkinson's disease Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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 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

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 Ebru Altindag is a dual-certified specialist in neurology and clinical neurophysiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She leads research into movement disorders and has been recognised with multiple national awards for her clinical publications.

• Specialises in neurophysiology – uses electrical activity tests to accurately map nervous system function
• Expert in deep brain stimulation (DBS) – manages surgical implants that control Parkinson's tremors
• Subspecialises in clinical neurophysiology – provides highly detailed EEG and EMG diagnostics for complex cases
• Active member of the Turkish Neurology Association and the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Özsarfati is a senior neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who completed specialist training at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Completed a fellowship in the United States focusing on dementia and behavioural neurology
• Held the title of Associate Professor at Istanbul University for five years
• Specialises in managing complex symptoms like memory loss and movement changes
• Trains other neurologists through his academic role at one of Turkey's top medical schools

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

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 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

Associate Professor Suber Dikici is a neurology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with international training in surgical solutions for movement disorders.

• Completed specialised training in deep brain stimulation (DBS) in Dubai
• Uses DBS to manage Parkinson's symptoms by implanting electrodes that regulate brain activity
• Board-certified by the Turkish Neurology Association
• Recognised for research excellence with a Publication Success Incentive Award
• Expertise includes sleep medicine to address sleep disturbances common in Parkinson's cases