Best Rehabilitation With "lokomat" Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr. Baris Topcular is a neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on dementia, movement disorders, and multiple sclerosis. He trained at the University of Basel in Switzerland. He also works in the molecular neuroimaging department for PET scans. Dr. Topcular treats patients at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Turkey.

• Specialize in botulinum toxin applications for movement disorders.
• Performs neuropsychological assessments and molecular brain imaging.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's disease and dystonia.
• Manages neurodegenerative diseases using stem cell therapy protocols.

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. Ela Simay Zengin is a neurologist at the JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. She maintains memberships in the American Academy of Neurology and the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. Dr. Zengin treats neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, and multiple sclerosis.

• Uses specialized therapies including apomorphine pumps and migraine vaccines.
• Performs botulinum toxin injections for chronic migraines and movement disorders.
• Treats complex neurodegenerative diseases, Parkinson’s, and stroke complications.
• Is a member of the European Academy of Neurology.

Dr Ulvi Samadzade is a neurology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on mobility restoration for patients with complex movement disorders.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital in advanced neurological care
• Member of The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Specialises in managing stroke recovery, MS, and neuromuscular junction disorders
• Uses Botulinum toxin injections to treat muscle spasticity during rehabilitation
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology

Associate Professor Бусе Чагла Ары is a neurological specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital who specialises in mobility and recovery for movement disorders.

• Member of the Turkish Neurology Society Neurorehabilitation Working Group
• Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in managing Parkinson's disease, dementia, and complex sleep disorders
• Fluent in English for clear communication with international patients

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.

Professor Gunesh Yavuzer is a leading specialist in robotic rehabilitation who holds a PhD from Erasmus University in the Netherlands.

• Specialises in using advanced tools like Lokomat for neurological and orthopaedic recovery
• Focuses on gait analysis and balance disorders to help patients regain mobility
• Directs complex stroke and spinal cord injury programmes at Romatem Rehabilitation Centres
• Published extensive research on functional recovery through modern rehabilitation techniques
• Awarded full professorship at Ankara University for her expertise in physical therapy

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