Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Associate Professor Mustafa Kilic is a neurosurgery specialist who has performed 1,100 treatments, focusing heavily on neuromodulation for conditions like Parkinson's disease.

• Leads a multidisciplinary council including neurologists and psychiatrists to assess every DBS patient
• Provides comprehensive care from initial surgical planning through to delicate post-surgery device adjustments
• Teaches the next generation of surgeons as an Associate Professor at Istinye University
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society with expertise in complex brain tumour removals

Associate Professor Бусе Чагла Ары is a specialist neurologist focused on movement disorders at Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital.

• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes deep brain stimulation assessment and post-operative programming
• Specialises in Parkinson's disease and medication-resistant movement disorders
• Active member of the Turkish Parkinson's Disease Society

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.

Associate Professor Mehmet Tonge is a specialist neurosurgeon who completed a dedicated Deep Brain Stimulation fellowship at Maastricht University in the Netherlands.

• Holds a PhD candidacy in Neuroscience from Maastricht University
• Expert in functional neurosurgery for movement disorders and spasticity
• Completed the prestigious European Association of Neurosurgical Societies training programme
• Author of over 30 international publications on stereotactic brain surgery
• Specialises in Gamma Knife radiosurgery and interventional neuroradiology

Associate Professor Melih Ucer is a neurosurgery specialist at Biruni University Hospital who completed fellowship training at the University of Wisconsin in the United States.

• Trained at Bakirkoy Psychiatric Hospital, a major Turkish centre for neurological diseases
• Holds the title of Associate Professor, reflecting his senior academic and clinical standing
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and EUROSPINE
• Specialises in functional neurosurgery and complex spinal procedures
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Medical Association

The doctor is a Professor of Neurology with a specialization in demyelinating processes and Parkinson's disease. With extensive expertise in these areas, the doctor has contributed significantly to the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders. The doctor is recognized for advancing research and clinical practices in neurology, focusing on improving patient outcomes through innovative approaches.

Dr. Fikret Baskan is a neurosurgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He is a Faculty Member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Baskan has focused on pediatric neurosurgery for nearly a decade. He treats complex cases like brain tumors, spinal cord malformations, and hydrocephalus.

• Specializes in surgical treatment for spina bifida and congenital anomalies.
• Performs neuro-oncological surgery, brain tumor removal, and spinal cord reconstructions.
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group.
• Practices at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.

Areas of Expertise

Stroke Rehabilitation

Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Neurological Rehabilitation

Pediatric Rehabilitation

Robotic Rehabilitation

Atroplasty Rehabilitation

Fracture Rehabilitation

Osteoarthritis (Calcification)

Osteoporosis (Bone Resorption)

Fibromyalgia

Medicine

Education

Faculty of Medicine

Specialization: Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor: 12.10.2015

Publications

Erkin Gülten, Elhan Atilla H, Aybay Canan, Şirzai Hülya, Özel Sumru (2007) Validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI). Disability and Rehabilitation

Dr. Murat Duzgun is a neurosurgeon at Can Hospitals Turkey in İzmir. He specializes in spine surgery and endoscopic brain tumor removal. Dr. Duzgun uses neuronavigation for high-precision brain surgery. He performs fully closed procedures for herniated discs and spinal fractures.

• Performs kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for spinal fracture treatment.
• Treats scoliosis, ankylosing spondylitis, and nerve compression.
• Expert in minimally invasive pain interventions like radiofrequency and laser.
• Treats pediatric neurosurgery cases including hydrocephalus and congenital anomalies.

Professor Ali Zirh is a world-renowned functional neurosurgeon who completed prestigious fellowships at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital. He leads the Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Centre at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specialises in microelectrode recording and stimulation techniques for movement disorders
• Trained in neurophysiology at Marmara University to improve surgical precision
• Active member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Fellowship trained at North America's top-tier neurosurgery programmes
• Focuses on surgical solutions for medication-resistant Parkinson's and tremors

Dr Rajiv Anand is the Director and Senior Consultant for Neurology at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He leads the surgical and non-surgical management of complex movement disorders including Parkinson's disease.

• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for medication-resistant movement symptoms
• Integrates radiology and cognitive psychology into surgical planning
• Former clinical lead at major Indian medical institutions
• Member of the Neurological Society of India
• Published researcher on degenerative brain disease treatment outcomes