Neurological Rehabilitation Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Selvinaz Edizer is a pediatric neurology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on neurological conditions in children and infants. She has held specialized roles at several major Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Edizer works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for international patient safety standards.

• Specializes in pediatric neurology and neurosurgery.
• Served at Bezmialem Foundation University as a pediatric neurology specialist.
• Completed specialized service at Istanbul Bağcılar Education and Research Hospital.
• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a center known for its eco-friendly recovery design.

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.

Dr. Cahide Yilmaz is a pediatric neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She is dually certified in general pediatrics and pediatric neurology. Dr. Yilmaz focuses on brain health and developmental disorders in children. She works at Turkey’s first private neuropsychiatric hospital, which holds JCI accreditation.

• Served as Associate Professor of Pediatric Neurology at Mustafa Kemal University.
• Held a faculty role as Associate Professor at Yıldırım Beyazıt University.
• Treats neurological conditions using advanced monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Provides care at Europe’s second-ranked brain hospital.

Dr. Berrin Akpinar is a physical therapy specialist at Fizyomer Terapia Medical Center. She treats rheumatologic disorders and neurological conditions. Dr. Akpinar completed her medical training at Ege University. She later specialized at the Dokuz Eylül University Medical School. Her practice combines traditional rehabilitation with specific injection and gas therapies.

• Performs PRP therapy, neural therapy, and ozone applications.
• Treats children with cerebral palsy and adults after a stroke.
• Manages rehabilitation for spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries.
• Works at an ISO-certified center with a 98% success rate for intensive rehab.

Dr Sirinda Kittiprachakul graduated with First Class Honours and serves as a physiatrist at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, specialising in complex neurorehabilitation.

• Expertise in rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson's disease
• Completed advanced international training at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center
• Specialises in electrodiagnostic studies and electromyographic testing for nerve function
• Board-certified physiatrist dedicated to integrating advanced technology into patient recovery
• Trained at Harvard Medical School in the clinical application of telemedicine

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul is a geriatrician and lifestyle medicine specialist in Bangkok. She authored Thailand’s first case report on abacavir hypersensitivity. Dr. Thititagul serves as a lecturer at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She creates specialized treatment plans for aging adults at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Center.

• Certified by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine.
• WHO–SEARO Master Trainer for the Integrated Care of Older People.
• Expert in stroke rehabilitation, dementia care, and chronic pain management.
• Treats patients at PYONG Rehabilitation, a specialized neurorehabilitation facility.

Dr Thanit Tundamrongpong uses robotic and wearable exoskeleton gait training to help patients regain mobility after stroke or neurological injury.

• Specialises in neuro-rehabilitation and complex spasticity management
• Uses ultrasound-guided interventions and advanced hydrodissection techniques
• Expert in geriatric rehabilitation and active aging strategies
• Board-certified by the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Medical lecturer at Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Hospital

Rattikan Kongsee is an occupational therapist. She works in pediatric and adult rehabilitation. She treats ASD, ADHD, developmental delay, neurological disorders, cognitive impairment, and dysphagia. Her approach is play‑based and individualized. She practices at Vega Medical Services (2025–present) and Growing Smart (2022–present). She previously provided school‑based OT at the Canadian International School of Thailand and the Bangkok School for the Blind. She also worked part‑time at Chersery Home (2020–2022).

Education: Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Chiang Mai University (2016–2019; GPA 3.27). Training and certificates: BLS (2018), Infection Control (2017), Interprofessional Education (2019), Sensory Integration clinical observation (2022), OT and Thai cultural values (2022), Empowering Rehabilitation through Multidisciplinary Excellence (2025). She also provides 1:1 home visits for dysphagia and dementia (2025).

Dr Napassorn Khumchum is a board-certified physiatrist specialising in neurorehabilitation and stroke recovery using modern robotic and wearable exoskeleton gait training.

• Treats complex movement disorders with ultrasound-guided toxin injections and advanced imaging strategies
• Provides Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to aid neurological recovery and functional independence
• Expert in spasticity management and swallowing rehabilitation for head and neck cancer patients
• Former medical lecturer at Chonburi Hospital supervising students in rehabilitation medicine
• Fellow of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine with training from Chulalongkorn University