West syndrome Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Sultan Tarlaci is a senior neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, where he leads the management of complex neurological conditions and seizure disorders.

• Specialises in treating medication-resistant epilepsy and rare seizure types
• Expertise in brain mapping and neuroimaging for accurate diagnosis
• Awarded for significant contributions to the field of neurosciences
• Published extensive research in international peer-reviewed journals
• Professor at Ege University – one of Turkey's top-tier medical institutions

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.

Professor Yasef Özsarfati is a senior neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with specialized training in epilepsy and complex neurological disorders.

• Completed a research fellowship in the United States focusing on behavioural neurology
• Recognised as a Professor at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Specialises in managing complex epilepsy cases at JCI-accredited facilities
• Expertise includes dementia and headaches, providing a broad perspective on neurological health
• Trained at the renowned Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine and Hacettepe University

Professor Fatma Gulhan Sahbaz brings high-level expertise from Kartal Dr Lutfı Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, where she handled complex neurological cases as Clinic Chief.

• Specialises in clinical neurophysiology, using EEG to precisely map seizure activity
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology and the Turkish Neurology Society
• Expert in IVIG therapy, a specialised immune-based treatment for certain epilepsy types
• Focuses on movements disorders and cerebrovascular diseases at Medicalpoint International

Dr Somjet Tosamran holds the first-honours medical degree from Chulalongkorn University and carries out specialist epilepsy training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in neurology with a clinical focus on epilepsy subspecialty care
• Completed a master's degree in internal medicine to support complex diagnostic cases
• Trained at Thailand's premier medical research hub, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Recognised with high academic honours for medical and neurological clinical excellence

Dr Ulvi Samadzade provides expert neurological care at Medicalpoint International Hospital, focusing on seizure management and complex movement disorders.

• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Specialises in intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy – a specialised treatment for autoimmune-related neurological issues
• Uses plasmapheresis to clear specific proteins from the blood that can trigger neurological symptoms
• Practices at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital, a major academic and research centre in Turkey
• Active member of the Turkish Neurological Society

Ela Simay Zengin is a neurology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with international credentials from both US and European medical academies.

• Treats West syndrome and complex paediatric epilepsy cases through specialised neurologicial protocols
• Member of the American Academy of Neurology – reflects high standard clinical training
• Holds membership with the European Academy of Neurology for evidence-based practice
• Qualified at Dokuz Eylül University, a leading Turkish medical faculty for neurology research
• Specialises in medication-based management for paediatric seizure disorders

Dr Tara Rak-areekul ranked first in Thailand's national neurological examination and won the national Epilepsy Quiz Tournament during her specialist training.

• Specialises in neurocognitive disorders and paediatric neurology at the PYONG Rehabilitation Group
• Trained at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital – one of South East Asia's premier medical institutions
• Certified in stroke management and serves as an advisor for dementia prevention and early detection
• Completed international observerships at Baycrest Hospital in Canada to stay updated on global treatment protocols