West syndrome Doctors in test — Page 2

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. Kipervasser is affiliated with the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University.

• Associated with Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
• Focuses on West syndrome treatment

53 years of experience treating epilepsy at Sourasky Medical Center – Dr. Neufeld leads the Institute of EEG with deep expertise in West syndrome.

• Trained in neurology at Beilinson Medical Center
• Specialized in EEG at Mayo Clinic
• Head of EEG Institute at Sourasky
• Member of International League for Epilepsy Prevention

Professor Fried is a world-renowned neurosurgeon specializing in epilepsy surgery for children and adults. He conducts research and sees patients at Ichilov Hospital in Israel.

• Trained at Stanford and Yale universities in the USA
• Specializes in advanced brain surgery for epilepsy, including deep brain stimulation
• Develops innovative treatment guides and programs for epilepsy management
• Also teaches at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine and Yale University

Professor Dihne specializes in epilepsy and nervous system regeneration, with over 22 years of experience leading neurology at St. Lukas Klinik Solingen.

• Research Award winner for stem cell research in neurology
• Author of multiple publications in leading medical journals
• Member of the German Society of Physicians
• Uses advanced techniques like microelectrode arrays

Dr. Antonio Gil-nagel Rein directs the Epilepsy Unit at Ruber International Hospital in Madrid. He is a pioneer in the genetic diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex epilepsy. Dr. Gil-nagel Rein previously taught at the University of Minnesota and Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center. He treats refractory cases using interstitial laser treatment and Gamma Knife.

• Founder of the European Epilepsy Research Network and the European Association for Epilepsy Monitoring.
• Authored over 160 Scopus-indexed articles with more than 5,200 citations in neurology journals.
• Specializes in orphan conditions including Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Ruber International, ranked among the top hospitals in Spain.

Head of the Advanced Neurosciences Unit at Quirónsalud – Dr. Torres specializes in epilepsy and complex neurological diagnostics.

• Led multidisciplinary neurology teams focused on patient-centered care
• Specialized training in movement disorders and clinical research
• Active member of Spanish and Valencian Neurology Societies
• Presented research on epilepsy at national conferences

Dr. Zheng Wei Hong is the Director of Neurology and a discipline leader at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is a professor and master's supervisor at Xiamen University. Dr. Zheng focuses on cerebral infarction, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease treatment. He also manages complex neuroimmunological and neuromuscular disorders like myasthenia gravis.

• Served as Director of Neurology at Xiamen University Affiliated Zhongshan Hospital.
• Committee member of the Chinese Medical Association’s Neuroimmunology Group.
• Sits on the Standing Committee for Stroke Screening and Prevention for the Ministry of Health.
• Standing Director of the Fujian Anti-Epilepsy Association.

Dr. Rafael Arroyo González leads the Neurology Department at Quironsalud Madrid, with over 30 years of experience' experience in complex neurological cases like West syndrome.

• Principal investigator in 100+ clinical trials for neurological treatments
• Published 139 international articles in top journals like NEJM and The Lancet
• Professor of Medicine at European University of Madrid
• Head of Neurology at Quironsalud University Hospital since 2006

Dr. Romero Imbroda is a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology and heads neurology units at Quirónsalud Malaga and Marbella Hospitals.

• President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology since 2020
• Specializes in complex neurological conditions, including epilepsy and pediatric neurology
• Author of multiple scientific publications on neurology treatments
• Uses advanced diagnostic tools like MRI and electroencephalogram
• Lecturer at the University of Granada with a focus on neurology

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Specializing in epilepsy treatment at Medicalpoint International Hospital, Dr. Sahbaz brings focused expertise to complex cases.

• Trained in neurology at Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Society and Turkish Clinical Neurophysiology EEG-EMG Society
• Skilled in advanced treatments including deep brain stimulation and IVIG therapy

Dr. Rak-areekul specializes in neurology, with a focus on cognitive disorders and West syndrome, backed by rigorous training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in cognitive neurology and neurocognitive disorders
• Honored as Chief of Academic for Neurology Residents
• Achieved 1st place in the Epilepsy Quiz Tournament
• Active researcher in neurology with multiple conference presentations

Dr. Ulvi Samadzade specializes in West syndrome with training from Dokuz Eylul University Hospital. He treats complex neurological disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained in neurology at Gazi University and Dokuz Eylul University Hospital
• Expert in advanced treatments like IVIG therapy and plasmapheresis
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology and Turkish Neurological Society

Dr. Ela Simay Zengin specializes in neurological disorders, including epilepsy and West syndrome, with training from top medical institutions.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylul and Baskent Universities
• Member of the American Academy of Neurology
• Experienced in advanced treatments like botulinum toxin application
• Affiliated with the European Academy of Neurology

Fellowship-trained in epilepsy at one of Thailand's top hospitals – Dr. Tosamran brings specialized knowledge to West syndrome cases.

• Currently training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Board-certified neurologist with master's in internal medicine
• Graduated with honors from Chulalongkorn University

Head of the Pediatric Neurology Department at Rambam Medical Center – specializes in treating children with neurological conditions.

• Extensive experience in pediatric epilepsy treatments
• Works at a leading medical center with advanced facilities
• Focuses on comprehensive care for young patients

Dr. Shon, Young Min is a trusted neurologist specializing in West syndrome at Samsung Medical Center.

• Expertise in pediatric neurology and epilepsy disorders
• Provides comprehensive care for complex neurological conditions
• Works at one of South Korea's leading medical centers

specializing in childhood epilepsy – Dr. Arzimanoglou coordinates the Epilepsy Program at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital.

• Heads the Epilepsy, Sleep Disorders and Pediatric Neurophysiology Unit at University Hospital of Lyon
• Ambassador For Epilepsy Award laureate from the International League Against Epilepsy
• Author of 124 scientific articles and 10 books on childhood epilepsy
• President of the Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Expert Committee