Best Neurology Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Halit Anil Eray is a neurosurgeon. He specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation. He is an Associate Clinical Research Scholar in Neurosurgery at the University of Florida (2025–2026) under Prof. Kelly D. Foote. His work there includes movement disorder and Tourette DBS clinics, operating room cases, and research. He is also a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Ardahan State Hospital since December 2024. His training includes a residency at Ankara University and a 2022 DBS/SCS fellowship at International Medicana Hospital.

His focus includes DBS workflows, target planning, advanced neuroimaging, movement disorders, and neuropsychiatric surgery. He has 15 peer-reviewed papers and 13 indexed abstracts. In 2026, he was first author on studies on transaxis odontoidectomy morphometrics and sinonasal teratocarcinoma. He has presented at WSSFN, ESSFN, and EANS. He was an invited speaker at the 39th Turkish Neurosurgical Society Congress in 2026.

The doctor is an Associate Professor specializing in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, with extensive expertise in stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric rehabilitation. Clinical focus includes robotic rehabilitation, arthroplasty and fracture recovery, as well as the management of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia.

The doctor completed specialized training at the Ankara Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital. Academic and clinical contributions include significant research on the validity and reliability of the Turkish translation of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI), published in the journal Disability and Rehabilitation.

Specializing in pediatric neurology, Dr. Dursun brings over 15 years of experience treating complex neurological conditions in children at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Board-certified in child health and diseases
• Trained at Adnan Menderes University and Izmir Education and Research Hospital
• Focuses on pediatric epilepsy and neurological disorders
• Member of the Child Neurology Society

Trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital – Dr. Zirh brings elite neurosurgical expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in complex neurosurgical procedures like deep brain stimulation
• Founding member of Medipol's Parkinson's Disease Center
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Over 36 years of experience in neurosurgery

With 40 years in neurology, Dr. Bozluolcay specializes in dementia, stroke, and complex neurological conditions at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Expert in Alzheimer's, vascular diseases, and behavioral changes
• Fluent in English and French for international patients
• Focuses on Parkinson's and epilepsy-related neurological issues

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Eren specializes in complex brain and spinal conditions at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary tumor surgery
• Published multiple studies on spinal diseases and nerve healing
• Associate professor with extensive neurosurgical training
• Member of international neurosurgery research collaborations

Dr. Selcuk Gozcu is a neurosurgeon at HEC Turkey in Istanbul. He performs brain surgery and treats complex spinal conditions. He works at HEC Turkey, a medical center with JCI accreditation. The facility has 75 beds and a staff of over 100 medical professionals.

Dr. Miver Erem Tokus is a neurologist at Academic Hospital in Istanbul. She treats neurological conditions including Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. She performs stem cell therapy and vagus nerve stimulation. Dr. Tokus manages chronic pain and motor disorders such as essential tremors.

She works at Academic Hospital, which holds TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation. The facility follows DIN EN ISO 9001 quality standards. The clinic serves 15,000 patients annually and is licensed for international health tourism by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Dr. Gülistan Halaç is a neurologist at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. She treats chronic neurological conditions and pain, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis. She also manages rare conditions such as West syndrome and syringomyelia.

She works at Medistate Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually. Dr. Halaç creates medication plans and rehabilitation programs. She also conducts online consultations for patients outside of Istanbul.

Dr. Evci specializes in epilepsy treatment at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, with a focus on medication management.

• Board-certified neurologist with over 21 years of experience
• Expert in electroneurophysiology for precise diagnosis
• Published multiple research papers on epilepsy and hippocampal sclerosis
• Recipient of TND – Schering-Plough Proceedings of the Year Awards

Specializes in surgical interventions for epilepsy and precise Gamma Knife procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Focuses on advanced neurological care with surgical expertise
• Expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery techniques
• Part of a multidisciplinary team at a leading university hospital

Dr. Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz specializes in neurology with dual expertise in sleep medicine and nephrology at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Board-certified neurologist with 19 years of experience
• Specializes in Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease management
• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society and Turkish Association of Sleep Medicine
• Expert in medication management for movement disorders

Dr Cevat Azeroglu specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging for neurological conditions, ensuring precise and timely medical decisions.

• Over 39 years of experience in radiology with a focus on neurological imaging
• Expert in CT and MRI imaging for neurological assessments
• Provides minimally invasive interventional radiology procedures
• Collaborates closely with clinical teams for accurate diagnoses

Dr. Nasih Yilmaz specializes in advanced neurological care, focusing on personalized treatment plans for complex conditions at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Expert in headache and migraine management with tailored therapies
• Skilled in epilepsy evaluation and seizure disorder treatments
• Specializes in stroke prevention and post-stroke rehabilitation
• Provides comprehensive care for neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
• Offers advanced treatment for multiple sclerosis and demyelinating diseases

Dr. Erdem Gelegen specializes in advanced ophthalmology treatments with over 22 years of experience at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ.

• Expert in cataract surgery using phacoemulsification
• Performs refractive surgery for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Specializes in retinal diseases like diabetic retinopathy
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma
• Skilled in corneal and anterior segment surgery

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu brings extensive surgical expertise to ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ, specializing in precise and minimally invasive techniques.

• Over 36 years of experience in general surgery
• Expert in laparoscopic procedures for faster recovery
• Specializes in gastrointestinal and endocrine surgeries
• Fluent in English for international patients