Sinan Comu

Dr. Sinan Çomu is a pediatric neurologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He completed specialty training in children's neurology at the University of Pittsburgh in the United States. Dr. Çomu uses American medical approaches in his clinical practice.

Clinical Focus and Expertise

The doctor treats neurological conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. His work includes epilepsy, West syndrome, and developmental delays. Dr. Çomu also treats movement and behavioral disorders in younger patients.

The specialist treats genetic and metabolic problems. He also treats chronic headaches and hydrocephalus. Furthermore, he treats pregnant women whose fetuses show neurological issues.

Conditions Treated

• Epilepsy
• Hydrocephalus — a buildup of fluid in the brain that can cause pressure and head enlargement
• West syndrome — a rare, severe type of epilepsy that occurs in infants
• Spina bifida (cleft spine)
• Developmental delays

Procedures and Diagnostics

• Medication treatment for epilepsy
• Video-EEG monitoring
• EEG (Electroencephalography) — a test that records electrical activity in the brain to detect abnormalities
• Brain MRI

Professional Experience

Dr. Çomu is in the Pediatric Neurology Department at Memorial Şişli Hospital. This institution was the 21st in the world to earn JCI accreditation.

Education and Training

• 1988 – Istanbul University – Medical degree, Turkey
• 1989–1993 – Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital – Specialty training in pediatrics, USA
• 1993–1995 – University of Pittsburgh – Specialty in children’s neurology, USA

Memberships and Societies

• The Turkish Neurological Society
• The Child Neurology Society