Autism Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Sermin Kesebir is a senior specialist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, focusiing on psychoneurophysiology to treat complex neurodevelopmental and emotional disorders.

• Specialises in psychoneurophysiology – studying the relationship between brain function and behavior for targeted care
• Provides psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapy to help patients manage social and emotional challenges
• Published researcher in international peer-reviewed journals on psychiatric and emotional disorders
• Expert in managing co-occurring conditions like depressive and bipolar disorders alongside primary diagnoses
• Trained at Ege University, a leading Turkish institution for psychiatric medical education

Dr Icsel Duru Yildirim has managed 1,100 paediatric cases as a child psychiatrist at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital.

• Focuses on early intervention and development for children and adolescents
• Practises at a dedicated neurology and psychiatry centre in Turkey
• Specialises in tailored behavioural and developmental support programmes
• Leads a multidisciplinary team to manage complex paediatric cases

Cansu Gercek is a focused child psychiatrist at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital who has managed 1,100 paediatric treatments.

• Treats neurodevelopmental conditions including ASD using evidence-based psychiatric protocols
• Focuses on early intervention and long-term behavioural support for children
• Practises at a dedicated psychiatry and neurology centre in Istanbul
• Coordinates care within a multidisciplinary team for complex developmental needs

Dr. Haluk Aksu is a psychiatrist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He earned his medical degree from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Aksu specializes in psychopharmacology and therapeutic interventions for complex mood disorders. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high clinical standards.

• Treats adults and children for conditions including schizophrenia and autism.
• Uses evidence-based methods like EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
• Expertise covers bipolar disorder, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
• Trained at the Bakirkoy Mental and Nervous Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

Professor Ahmet Levent Mete brings senior expertise to the Department of Psychiatry at Medicalpoint International. He specialises in neurodevelopmental and psychological conditions.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Manages autism alongside common co-occurring conditions like anxiety and sleep disorders
• Expertise in assessing attention deficit and personality disorders in complex cases
• Experienced clinician from the Ege University Faculty of Medicine psychiatry department

Dr Suleyman Oflu has managed over 1,100 psychiatric treatments, bringing senior expertise to the management of Autism Spectrum Disorder at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Specialises in neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism and ADHD
• Former lead at Hitit University Çorum Erol Olçok Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on managing co-occurring conditions like anxiety and eating disorders
• Trained at Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in personality disorders and complex behavioral health needs

Dr. Nurper Erberk Ozen is a psychiatrist at Medicana International Ankara Hospital. She specializes in treating schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Dr. Ozen treats mental health conditions across all ages. This includes specialized care for children, teens, and elderly patients.

• Served as the Head of Psychiatry at Kırıkkale University.
• Treats complex conditions like panic disorder, PTSD, and autism.
• Provides outpatient and inpatient services at a JCI-accredited facility.
• Practices at Medicana, one of the largest private medical networks in Turkey.

Dr Gunay Budagova is a specialist in child and adolescent mental health at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on neurodevelopmental support.

• Completed specialist residency at Marmara University in child and adolescent psychiatry
• Focuses on infant mental health and early attachment disorders
• Manages autism spectrum disorders alongside common comorbidities like ADHD
• Treats specific learning difficulties and child-related sleep disorders
• Member of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Association of Turkey

Dr Orhan Karaca is a senior psychiatrist at Emsey Hospital who trained at the prestigious Bakirkoy Mental and Neurological Disorders Hospital.

• Trained at Turkey's largest psychiatric teaching hospital for neurological disorders
• Specialises in managing complex developmental and neurobehavioural needs
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Emsey Hospital psychiatric department
• Focuses on pharmacological and behavioural support for neurodivergence
• Completed specialist training in mental and neurological disease management