Best Children's Rehabilitation Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Baris Metin is a leading neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, the second-ranked brain hospital in Europe. He specialises in neurological rehabilitation for children with complex needs like cerebral palsy and West syndrome.

• Brings international clinical experience from practice in both Belgium and Turkey
• Expert in functional neuroimaging and EEG to track brain development and recovery
• Designs tailored inpatient rehabilitation programmes for paediatric patients
• Specialises in managing severe infant epilepsy and developmental delays
• Uses video-EEG monitoring for precise evaluation of movement disorders in children

Dr Sule Temizturk focuses on neurological and paediatric rehabilitation at the Nobel Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center. She creates recovery plans for children using detailed neurological examinations to improve independence.

• Treats children recovering from spinal cord injuries and neurological disorders
• Uses hydrotherapy and occupational therapy to build motor skills
• Previously served at Kutahya Evliya Celebi Training and Research Hospital
• Medical degree from the Ankara University Medical Faculty
• Specialises in easing muscle tension through dry needling and injections

Professor Nihal Ozaras completed clinical training at Harvard University Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, gaining international expertise in neurological and paediatric recovery.

• Specialises in neurological and paediatric rehabilitation for complex developmental needs
• Master of Neuroscience degree provides deeper insight into brain-based recovery
• Expert in botulinum toxin applications to manage childhood spasticity
• Practises at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a facility dedicated to neuropsychiatric health
• Experienced in musculoskeletal diagnosis and advanced local injection techniques

Dr. Nurten Kuchukchakir is the Chief Physician at Romatem Bursa. She specializes in neurological, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Dr. Kuchukchakir uses robotic rehabilitation and pain management techniques. She treats complex conditions like spinal cord injuries, stroke, and cerebral palsy.

• Expert in Lokomat robotic gait training and hydrotherapy.
• Certified in ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal and botulinum toxin injections.
• Performs specialized therapies like neural therapy, acupuncture, and ozone therapy.
• Member of the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association.

Benjaporn Ngamratchada is an experienced physiotherapist and Pilates specialist. She is the Clinic Manager at Le Physio Clinic and a Senior Physio Pilates Instructor at The Balance Pilates. She graduated with first-class honors in Physical Therapy from Mae Fah Luang University. She holds professional license no. 12676.

Her expertise includes musculoskeletal injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and sports recovery. She combines Manual Therapy and Myofascial Release with Clinical Pilates. She treats complex cases such as scoliosis and herniated nucleus pulposus. She also provides prenatal, postnatal, and elderly care with a focus on long-term results.

Dr. Gunesh Yavuzer is a professor of physical therapy and a senior physician at Romatem Rehabilitation Centers. He holds a PhD from Erasmus University in the Netherlands. Dr. Yavuzer specializes in neurological recovery using robotic rehabilitation and gait analysis. He treats complex conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

• Expert in robotic gait training and functional recovery for orthopedic cases.
• Published researcher with numerous international works in rehabilitation medicine.
• Treats patients at Romatem Hospitals, a center serving over 5,000 patients annually.
• Performs specialized procedures including Lokomat therapy and Anti-Gravity treadmill training.