Vagus nerve stimulation Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Ramazan Uyar is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on functional neurosurgery and seizure management.

• Won the prestigious Dr Cengiz Cetin thesis prize for his research on Vagus Nerve Stimulation
• Expertise in pediatric neurosurgery for complex childhood cases
• Specialises in aneurysm surgery and cerebrospinal tumour removal
• Trained at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Medicine - one of Turkey's top medical institutions
• Served as Chief Physician at several major state hospitals

Dr. Ibrahim Bayar Cinar is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating mitral valve prolapse and aortic valve insufficiency. Dr. Cinar completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Ottawa Heart Center in Canada. He holds memberships in the European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery and Vascular Surgery.

• Served as a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Altınbaş University.
• Treats complex conditions like aorto-mesenteric artery compression syndrome.
• Performs cardiac procedures at a JCI-accredited university hospital.
• Practices at a national reference center for cardiovascular surgery and intensive care.

Dr Ali Osman Mucuoglu completed advanced training in London and Lithuania through the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies to provide specialized functional neurosurgery.

• Completed the European Training Course in Neurosurgery on Functional Neurosurgery and Head Injury
• Specialises in spinal and peripheral nerve surgery to address complex neural conditions
• Active member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Publishes clinical research on medical innovation and 3D printing in surgical applications

Professor Halil Can is a highly regarded functional neurosurgeon at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, specialising in surgical solutions for medication-resistant epilepsy.

• Holds the rank of Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul University – a leading Turkish academic institution
• Expert in epilepsy and functional neurosurgery for patients who do not respond to standard medications
• Extensive research background in neural anatomy and spinal cord interventions with over 20 peer-reviewed international publications
• Highly skilled in neuromodulation and stimulator placements for complex neurological disorders

Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He specializes in hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery.

He was born in Istanbul in 1971. He completed his elementary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul. In 1988, he was admitted to Istanbul University’s Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, where he began his medical education, and graduated with a medical degree in 1994.

Between 1994 and 1996, he fulfilled his mandatory service as a general practitioner in Artvin. In 1996, he passed the Medical Specialization Exam (TUS) and began his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology. In 2001, he completed his residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital and earned the title of Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Following his residency, he completed his mandatory service at Van State Hospital and subsequently worked at Beykoz State Hospital. He later worked as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, where he had the opportunity to work with many experienced surgeons in his field.

As part of his professional development, he served as an observer physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, USA. He later worked at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and was appointed Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology in 2018.

He retired in 2023 and began working at Florence Nightingale Ataşehir Hospital that same year. In 2024, he was appointed as a professor at Demiroğlu Science University after being promoted to the rank of professor.

After a brief stint at Mecidiyeköy Environmental Hospital, Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has been serving as a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at NPİSTANBUL Hospital since June 2026.

He is married and an avid animal lover.

Dr Ela Simay Zengin is a neurology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with academic training from top institutions like Dokuz Eylül and Acıbadem universities.

• Member of the American Academy of Neurology
• Active in the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Specialises in managing complex medication-resistant epilepsy cases
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Expertise includes advanced treatments for dementia and movement disorders

Dr Ulvi Samadzade is a specialized neurologist at Medical Point Hospital with extensive academic training from Dokuz Eylul University Hospital and Gazi University.

• Focuses on medication-resistant epilepsy and complex movement disorders
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Specialises in advanced-stage neurological treatments including IVIG and plasmapheresis
• Affiliated with the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Experienced in treating neuromuscular junction disorders and neuromuscular junction care

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Associate Professor Бусе Чагла Ары leads neurological care at Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital, specialising in complex epilepsy management and neuro-rehabilitation.

• Holds a teaching position as Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in diagnostic EEG and sleep latency testing to pinpoint seizure origins
• Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Specialises in neuro-rehabilitation to improve patient outcomes after neurological procedures
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Society and the Global Migraine and Pain Society

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.