Best Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 13

Dr. Baris Metin combines 26 years of experience of neurology experience with international training in Turkey and Belgium. He focuses on complex neurological conditions.

• Specializes in Memory Disorders, Functional Neuroimaging and Epilepsy
• Published multiple research papers in international journals
• Skilled in Electroencephalography and Sleep Disorders diagnosis
• Serves patients at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital

Dr. Tokmak specializes in EMG, EEG, and PSG – key diagnostic tools for ALS. She brings extensive training in electrophysiology to her neurology practice at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Master's degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University
• Specialized in neurology at Okmeydanı Teaching and Research Hospital
• Conducted numerous studies on EMG, EEG, and PSG applications
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental and Medical Park Hospitals

Prof. Dr. Baris Topcular specializes in neurology with a focus on neuropsychological assessment and molecular neuroimaging at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed specialist education in Neurology at Istanbul Medical Faculty
• Worked at PharmaZentrum Research Center, University of Basel
• Focus areas include dementia, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis
• Extensive experience across various Florence Nightingale Hospital neurology clinics

Prof. Dr. Sultan TARLACI brings over 26 years of experience of neurology expertise to treating complex ALS cases at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specializes in neurodegenerative disorders like ALS, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's
• Published extensively in international neurology journals
• Recipient of multiple awards for neurosciences contributions
• Trained at Ege University's renowned neurology program

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati brings over 41 years of experience of neurology expertise, specializing in complex neurological conditions at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in dementia and behavioral neurology in the United States
• Associate Professor at Istanbul University with extensive academic background
• Specializes in dementia, epilepsy, and headache disorders
• Long-term experience at leading hospitals in Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Yilmaz specializes in movement disorders, including ALS, with extensive experience in Deep Brain Stimulation therapy.

• Completed neurology training at Ankara University
• Honorary observer at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology
• Managed Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Unit at Medipol University
• Published 30 clinical researches and 80 reports

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.

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

Specializing in child neurology, Dr. Dursun brings focused expertise in pediatric neurological conditions, including ALS-related cases.

• Graduated in Child Health and Diseases
• Extensive experience across multiple Turkish hospitals
• Currently practicing at Istanbul Medipol Hospital
• Specialized training in child neurology from Adnan Menderes University