Best Neurodegenerative Disease Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr Chollawat Thongthaisin is the lead doctor at Vega Stem Cell and holds American Board of Regenerative Medicine certification.

• Specialises in regenerative medicine to manage chronic neurodegenerative conditions
• Researches stem cell applications for tissue repair and cellular health
• Trained in radiology at Thammasat Hospital for precise diagnostic imaging
• Consults at Vega Wellness and Jomtien Hospital within the BDMS group
• Focuses on anti-ageing protocols to support long-term brain health

Dr Celal Salcini lead research on movement disorders and dementia at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a specialist centre for neurosciences.

• Specialises in electrophysiology – using electrical tests to measure nerve and muscle function for accurate diagnosis
• Focuses on complex movement disorders and neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's and dementia
• Former lecturer at Uskudar University – helps train the next generation of neurologists
• Expertise in spinal cord diseases and neurophysiologic mapping

Dr Kantaphong Thongrong is a specialist physiatrist who previously presented his medical research at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia.

• Specialises in neurorehabilitation for patients with degenerative conditions and stroke
• Uses robotic and wearable exoskeleton gait training to improve mobility and walking
• Leads the rehabilitation department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Expert in non-invasive treatments like ultrasound-guided hydrodissection for nerve issues
• Trained in cognitive-perception rehabilitation to help patients regain mental clarity and function

Dr Nuran Burcu Arkali is a specialist neurologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a Master's degree in electrophysiology from Istanbul University. She led the establishment of a neurology intensive care unit and ward at Diyarbakir Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in managing Parkinson's disease and various forms of dementia
• Uses electromyography (EMG) to assess muscle and nerve health for accurate diagnosis
• Performs botulinum toxin injections for neurological symptoms and movement disorders
• Trained in neural therapy and ozone therapy for integrated patient care
• Member of the neurology team at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Professor Yasef Özsarfati is a senior neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who completed specialist training in the United States focusing on dementia and behavioural neurology.

• Treats neurodegenerative conditions including dementia and drug-resistant epilepsy
• Held an Associate Professor role at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society and International League Against Epilepsy
• Consults on complex cognitive disorders and chronic headache management
• Published clinical research in international journals regarding behavioural neurology

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 Ebru Altindag is an award-winning neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with subspecialty certification in clinical neurophysiology. She has been recognised multiple times by the National Epilepsy Congress for her research into seizure origins and nerve health.

• Specialises in clinical neurophysiology to assess nerve and muscle function
• Expert in video-EEG monitoring for diagnosing complex seizure disorders
• Awarded by the Turkish Neurology Association for research into myoclonic epilepsy
• Subspecialist in EEG and EMG diagnostic techniques for neurodegenerative cases
• Member of the Association of Child Neurology and Neuroimmunology

Associate Professor Suber Dikici is a neurology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with expert training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).

• Specialises in DBS applications to help manage motor symptoms and tremors
• Holds certification in Sleep Medicine for managing complex sleep-wake disorders
• Recognised with the Publication Success Incentive Award for neurological research
• Former Associate Professor at Düzce University training the next generation of specialists
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Association and the Turkish Sleep Medicine Association

Dr Fatma Gulhan Sahbaz is a specialist neurologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with expertise in managing complex neurodegenerative conditions like ALS and Alzheimer's.

• Specialises in Parkinson's disease treatments using apomorphine pumps – providing continuous medication delivery for better motor control
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) – surgical implants that help reduce tremors and stiffness
• Experienced Clinic Chief who previously led the neurology department at Afyonkarahisar State Hospital
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Uses IVIG therapy and plasmapheresis – blood-based treatments for severe neurological disorders