Parkinson's disease Doctors Abroad — Page 4

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.

Dr Somjet Tosamran earned first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University – Thailand's top-ranked medical school. He provides neurological care at the PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Holds a Master's degree in Internal Medicine from Chulalongkorn University
• Completed specialist residency training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Performs fellowship training in epilepsy to manage complex neurological disorders
• Certified by the Neurology Division for clinical practice in Bangkok

Professor Shon, Young Min leads the neurology team at Samsung Medical Centre – a world-renowned hospital officially affiliated with Samsung.

• Specialises in managing complex movements and tremors
• Practises at a JCI-accredited facility meeting global safety standards
• Focuses on pharmacological management and neurological rehabilitation
• Expert in identifying precise motor symptoms for tailored treatment

Professor Erdal Karaöz is a pioneer in regenerative medicine who established Turkey's first private stem cell production centre under strict international GMP standards.

• Founded the Neurological Sciences Application and Research Centre at Istinye University
• Specialises in mesenchymal stem cell therapies for complex neurological conditions
• Researched embryonic stem cells and transplantation at Harvard University in the USA
• Leads the LivMedCell Regenerative Medicine Centre at Liv Hospital Ulus
• Published over 190 scientific articles on cellular and gene therapies

Dr. Byung-hee Lee is a neurosurgeon at RE:YOUTH Clinic in South Korea. He is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology. He also helped found the Korean Stroke Society. Dr. Lee treats complex conditions like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and cerebral aneurysms.

• Published 24 SCI theses in domestic and international medical journals.
• Delivered over 50 lectures at medical conferences worldwide.
• Maintains active membership in the World Stroke Society and American Stroke Association.
• Works at RE:YOUTH, the only Korean clinic providing arterial stem cell therapy.

Dr Anil Gurkan has managed over 900 treatments as a neurology specialist at You Clinic, focusing on movement disorders and chronic neurological conditions.

• Specialises in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) – a surgical technique that uses implanted electrodes to help control tremors
• Member of the Parkinson’s Disease Association of Turkey
• Completed specialist neurology training at the highly regarded Dokuz Eylul University
• Active in clinical research for multiple sclerosis and chronic pain management

Dr Mustafa Kilic is a neurosurgery specialist who focuses on Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) to help manage Parkinson's symptoms. He leads a dedicated clinic at Istinye University where he oversees every stage of the neuromodulation process.

• Uses Deep Brain Stimulation – surgical electrodes that send electrical impulses to regulate brain activity
• Employs a multidisciplinary council including neurologists and psychiatrists for pre-surgery planning
• Manages post-operative programming and electrode adjustments to ensure the best possible results
• Lectures on neurosurgery at Istinye University – a major Turkish medical research institution
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Professor Abdullah Ozkardes leads the neurology department at Biruni University Hospital, bringing senior clinical leadership to the management of Parkinson's disease.

• Trained at the prestigious GATA Faculty of Medicine in Turkey
• Specialises in neurological diagnostics and movement disorder management
• Former Chief Physician with extensive experience in clinical care coordination
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association
• Oversees treatment plans at a major university hospital research centre

Professor Nimet Dortcan is a specialist in clinical neurophysiology, focusing on the complex electrical signals of the nervous system at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Specialises in neurophysiological examinations to monitor and map nerve function
• Master of Science in Electroneurophysiology from Istanbul University
• Expert in managing movement disorders and peripheral nervous system diseases
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Halic University Faculty of Medicine
• Sub-branch specialist certified in clinical neurophysiology for precise diagnostics

Professor Talip Asil is a highly credentialed neurologist at Biruni University Hospital with dual expertise in interventional neurology and movement disorders.

• Completed a stroke fellowship at the University of Calgary in Canada
• Previously served as Professor at Bezmialem Vakif University medical school
• Specialises in managing Parkinson's disease and other complex movement disorders
• Former Consultant Neurologist at Salmaniya Medical Complex in Bahrain
• Expert in interventional neurology focused on brain-related conditions