West Syndrome Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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

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

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 Nimet Dortcan is a specialist in clinical neurophysiology from Istanbul University – she focuses on the electrical activity of the brain to manage complex epilepsy cases.

• Specialises in electroencephalography (EEG) to precisely monitor and map brain seizure activity
• Holds a Masters in Electroneurophysiology for advanced diagnostic accuracy
• Uses botulinum A toxin applications for neurological symptom relief
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Haliç University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in polysomnography for diagnosing concurrent sleep disorders in neurological patients

Education

GATA Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Education, 1984, Ankara/Istanbul
GATA Faculty of Medicine, Neurology Residency, 1992, Ankara/Istanbul

Experience

GATA Neurology Department Specialization Student (1987-1992, Ankara/Turkey)
GATA Neurology Department Assistant Professor (1992-1995, Ankara/Turkey)
KüTahya Air Hospital Neurology Specialist and Chief Physician (1995-2003, Kütahya/Turkey)
Şişli Memorial Hospital Neurology Specialist (2004-2021, Istanbul/Turkey)

I completed my primary, secondary and high school education in Konya, my hometown, and my medical school and medical specialty education in Ankara GATA. I received flight medicine training and worked as a flight physician in the military and civilian sectors. I received beginner and advanced photography training and opened 4 photography exhibitions. I have made photography studies in 56 countries in Turkey and in 56 countries that I had the opportunity to visit.

Scientific Memberships

Turkish Medical Association
DGCA Health Board Membership

Dr Ece Gultekin is a dedicated paediatric neurologist at Biruni University Hospital. She specialises in managing drug-resistant epilepsy and complex developmental delays in children.

• Completed a PhD subspecialisation in child neurology at Medipol University
• Focuses on 'risky baby' monitoring to identify early neurological issues
• Treats resistant seizure disorders using targeted paediatric protocols
• Member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey
• Manages neuromotor concerns including cerebral palsy and walking delays

Associate Professor Hatice Balaban is a specialist neurologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul with deep expertise in managing complex seizure disorders and epilepsy.

• Specialises in epilepsy and movement disorders at one of Turkey's leading hospitals
• Expert in botulinum toxin application for spasticity and involuntary movements
• Trained at Ankara University, a top-tier medical school in Turkey
• Previous experience as a lead neurologist at Medicana International Ankara Hospital
• Recognised as an Associate Professor for her academic and clinical contributions to neurology

Professor Kyoung Heo is the Head of Neurology at Yonsei Severance Hospital and a leading authority on epilepsy treatment in South Korea.

• Specialises in managing complex seizure disorders at a world-recognised medical centre
• Graduated from the prestigious Yonsei University College of Medicine
• Active member of the Korean Epilepsy Society, focusing on the latest seizure research
• Serves as a senior leader within the Korean Neurological Association
• Guides clinical protocols for neurological care at one of Korea's largest hospitals