Neurology Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Umran Medical Centre with a strong focus on chronic disease management and preventive care.

• Treats diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders to prevent long-term complications
• Manages gastrointestinal issues like reflux and liver disease using evidence-based protocols
• Provides respiratory care for patients with asthma and chronic pulmonary conditions
• Develops personalised health plans and screenings for early illness detection

Professor Sozubir is a highly regarded specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a prolific academic record of 65 scientific publications and nearly 1,000 citations.

• Focuses on paediatric abdominal surgery and congenital abnormalities
• Completed fellowship training at UT Southwestern Medical Center in the USA
• Recognised with the Best Clinical Study award by the Saudi Arab Congress
• Received the Best Research Study award from the National Paediatric Surgery Congress
• Specialises in managing complex health conditions in newborns and children

Professor Talip Asil is a fellowship-trained neurologist at Biruni University Hospital. He completed his specialised stroke fellowship at the University of Calgary – one of Canada's leading medical programs.

• Specialises in interventional neurology for complex epilepsy and Parkinson's disease
• Expertise in demyelinating diseases like multiple sclerosis and dementia cases
• Former Head of Neurology and Professor at Bezmialem Faculty of Medicine
• Practiced as an interventional neurologist at King Hamad University Hospital in Bahrain
• Uses plasmapheresis and interventional techniques for treatment-resistant neurological disorders

Dr Mehmet Akif Gogusgeren has performed thousands of procedures at Avicenna International Hospital with a focus on microsurgery and patient safety.

• Specialises in microsurgery-assisted craniotomy – uses smaller incisions to help preserve healthy tissue
• Performs neurosurgical procedures under high-magnification microscopes for better accuracy
• Prioritises minimally invasive access to reduce surgical risks and improve recovery times
• Provides direct contact details to every patient for constant post-surgery support

Professor Ozturk is a dual-specialist in neurology and clinical neurophysiology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of complex disorders affecting nerve-muscle communication.

• Specialises in demyelinating diseases like Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Manages neuromuscular junction diseases and Motor Neuron Disease (ALS)
• Uses clinical neurophysiology to perform precise diagnostic nerve and muscle testing
• Professor at Duzce University Faculty of Medicine training future neurologists

Associate Professor Nimet Dortcan is a board-certified sub-specialist in clinical neurophysiology at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on complex nerve and muscle diagnostics.

• Holds a Master of Electroneurophysiology from Istanbul University for high-precision diagnostic testing
• Specialises in electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies to identify neuromuscular disorders
• Performs botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for the management of chronic migraines and movement disorders
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Haliç University Faculty of Medicine, training the next generation of neurologists
• Expert in sleep disorders and polysomnography, using sleep studies to diagnose restorative health issues

Professor Lutfi Hanoglu heads the neurology department at Medipol Mega University Hospital, specialises in Parkinson's disease and demyelinating conditions.

• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) to help manage severe movement disorders
• Focuses on demyelinating processes where the nerve's protective coating is damaged
• Provides targeted treatments for chronic neurological pain and neurodegenerative conditions
• Offers expert second medical opinions and thorough review of complex case documents
• Leads clinical research and treatment protocols as a Professor of Neurology

Dr. Abdullah Ozkardes is a neurologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Dr. Ozkardes provides stem cell therapy and deep brain stimulation (DBS). He previously served as Chief Physician at Kutahya Air Hospital.

• Specializes in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and muscular dystrophy.
• Performs rehabilitation using robotic exoskeleton and anti-gravity treadmill systems.
• Provides diagnostics including video-EEG monitoring and brainstem evoked response audiometry.
• Is a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the DGCA Health Board.

Professor Ece Gultekin is a leading specialist in paediatric neurology at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on children with medication-resistant epilepsy and complex developmental delays.

• Subspecialised in child neurology with a PhD from Medipol University
• Expert in managing resistant epilepsy, sleep disorders, and cerebral palsy
• Monitors risky infants and treats neurological developmental delays like speech or walking issues
• Member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey and the Turkish Medical Association

Dr Burcak Ekinci Evci is an award-winning neurologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. She was recognised with the TND – Schering-Plough Proceedings of the Year Award for her clinical contributions.

• Specialises in electroneurophysiology – using electrical tests to diagnose complex nerve and brain disorders
• Manages medication-resistant epilepsy and temporal lobe conditions
• Expert in treating hippocampal sclerosis and movement disorders
• Background in managing facial pain through trigeminal SEP applications
• Subspecialised at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Burak Eren is a leading specialist in brain and nerve surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, focusing on tumours and complex spinal repair.

• Treats brain and pituitary tumours using endoscopic methods for less invasive access
• Specialises in spinal cord tumours and traumatic brain and spinal injuries
• Manages lumbar and cervical disc herniations and spinal canal stenosis
• Active researcher in traumatic brain injury recovery and spinal stabilisation

Dr Osman Karli is a paediatrics specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a background in managing childhood illnesses and developmental care.

• Treats myoclonic epilepsy cases in paediatric patients with complex backgrounds
• Manages diverse childhood diseases and preventive health programmes
• Specialises in healthy child monitoring from birth through to age 18
• Presented research on differential diagnosis for zinc deficiency and diabetes-related epilepsy
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital

Associate Professor Hatice Balaban is a leading neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, specialising in movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions.

• Expert in botulinum toxin therapy for chronic migraines, dystonia, and spasticity
• Manages complex cases of Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and epilepsy
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Former faculty member and Associate Professor at Cumhuriyet University

Professor Bozluolcay trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of the most prestigious medical schools in Turkey.

• Treats dementia, stroke, and Parkinson's disease at Biruni University Hospital
• Manages complex cases of paralysis and brain vascular diseases
• Focuses on diagnosing behavioural changes and causes of forgetfulness
• Provides fluent care for international patients in both English and French

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is an endocrine surgery specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with rare international fellowship training from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Treats tumours and diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands
• Uses robotic and laparoscopic surgery for smaller incisions and less scarring
• Served as Secretary General for the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Completed a translational medicine fellowship at the University of Ottawa in Canada
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and European Society of Endocrine Surgery

Professor Kazim Ozenc Minareci is a specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with training from the Institute of Neuroradiology in Zurich. He focuses on complex vascular conditions affecting the brain and spinal cord.

• Specialises in interventional neuroradiology – treating brain aneurysms and strokes without open surgery
• Performs minimally invasive repairs for carotid stenosis and cerebrovascular narrowing
• Uses diagnostic imaging including MRI and CT for precise neurological mapping
• Trained at the Alejandro Berenstein clinic in New York – a world leader in vascular malformations
• Member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on identifying neurological conditions through high-resolution imaging.

• Performs MRI and CT scans to detect and monitor brain and spine disorders
• Specialises in cross-sectional imaging for accurate neurological assessments
• Uses interventional radiology for minimally invasive image-guided procedures
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure precise diagnoses for treatment planning
• Completed his specialist radiology training at Ondokuz Mayıs University