Guzide Turanli

Dr. Guzide Turanli is a pediatric neurologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She treats resistant epilepsy and pediatric neurological disorders. Dr. Turanli completed an observer study in epilepsy surgery at the University of Zurich in Switzerland.

Clinical Focus and Methods

Dr. Turanli treats neurological conditions in children. She treats cerebral palsy and chronic headaches. The doctor uses Electrophysiology (EEG) to diagnose brain activity issues. Her work includes stem cell therapy for patients with cerebral palsy. The specialist also plans surgical interventions for children with non-responsive epilepsy.

Medical Career and Academic Experience

• 2017 – Retired Faculty Member, Ankara
• 2013–2017 – Pediatric Neurology Specialist at Private Istanbul Medipol Hospital, Istanbul
• 2005–2013 – Professor at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Division of Pediatric Neurology, Ankara
• 2003–2005 – Associate Professor at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• 1998 – Associate Professor
• 1996–1998 – Assistant Professor at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• 1992 – Observer in epilepsy surgery at the University of Zurich with Prof. Dr. H.G. Wieser
• 1989–1990 – Pediatrics Specialist at Muhittin Ülker Emergency Aid and Traumatology Hospital, Ankara
• 1988–1989 – Pediatrics Specialist at State Hospital, Alaşehir, Manisa
• 1980–1982 – General Practitioner at Social Insurance Institution Hospitals in Sivas, Gölcük, and Ankara

Education and Training

• 1994 – Doctoral Student in Clinical Electrophysiology, Hacettepe University Institute of Neurological and Psychiatric Sciences (abandoned at thesis stage)
• 1990–1994 – Subspecialization in Pediatric Neurology, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• 1983–1987 – Specialization in Pediatrics, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• 1974–1980 – Medical Degree, Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara