Best Autism Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 20

Specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – Dr. Allahyarova focuses on children's mental health at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• 10 years of experience of experience in child and adolescent psychiatry
• Expert in psychosomatic therapies including rTMS and Deep TMS
• Trained at Çukurova University with a focus on childhood trauma
• Provides cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children

Specializing in autism care at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital, Dr. Yusuf brings focused expertise.

• Experienced in tailored treatment plans for autism
• Works within a dedicated psychiatric and neurological facility

Prof. Dr. Husnu Erkmen has 43 years of experience of experience treating complex psychiatric conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Specializes in PTSD, bipolar disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorders
• Active member of the American Psychiatric Association
• Published in international and national medical journals
• Graduated from Ankara University School of Medicine

Dr. Gulmammadov specializes in psychiatric illnesses, with training from Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty.

• Board-certified in psychiatry with 13 years of experience of experience
• Focuses on autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions
• Trained at one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Dr. Yakup Erdogan specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, with a strong background in child and adolescent psychiatry.

• Fluent in English, trained internationally at the University of Leicester
• Published articles in national and international refereed journals
• Extensive experience with neurodevelopmental and behavioral disorders

Prof. Dr. Sermin Kesebir specializes in psych neurophysiology and psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapies with 24 years of experience of experience.

• Expert in treating emotional disorders including depressive and bipolar disorders
• Published in international and national peer-reviewed journals
• Presented scientific papers at international conferences
• Graduated from İzmir Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
• Post-graduation from İzmir Ege University Faculty of Medicine Psychiatry Department

Dr. Guliyev specializes in autism treatment with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and extensive psychiatric experience.

• Completed psychiatry residency at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by Prof. Dr. Mehmet Zihni Sungur
• Participated in various national and international congresses
• Fluent in English and Russian for diverse patient communication

Prof. Dr. Sinem Zeynep Metin specializes in autism and related disorders at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, with a strong focus on cognitive and behavioral therapies.

• Completed specialty training at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• Certified therapist in cognitive and behavioral therapies
• Published articles in national and international scientific journals
• Works as a lecturer at Üsküdar University, Department of Psychology

Assistant Professor in Mental Health and Diseases with specialized training in cognitive behavioral therapy and neuroscience.

• Board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in autism spectrum disorders
• Trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused techniques
• Research background in neuroscience at Hacettepe University

Firdevs Seyfe Sen combines psychotherapy and psychoanalysis expertise with a focus on neuropsychiatric conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in psychiatry
• Trained in psychodrama, EMDR, and cognitive behavioral therapy
• Specializes in psychotic disorders, depression, and anxiety conditions
• Pioneered TMU treatment in Izmir province
• Completed psychoanalysis training with Prof. Dr. Vamık Volkan

Dr. Melek Gozde Lus is a child psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She contributed to Turkey’s Autism Action Plan. She trained family physicians on early autism detection. Dr. Lus treats ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. She also manages anxiety and OCD in children and adolescents.

• Member of the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Holds international certification in schema therapy.
• Specially trained in CBT-based play therapy and filial therapy.
• Authored research on bipolar co-diagnosis in children with ADHD.

Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan founded NP Istanbul Brain Hospital and has over 41 years of experience of experience in psychology.

• Specializes in stress-related diseases and psychopharmacology
• Author of multiple books with over 1 million copies sold
• Published 150+ research articles and 45 book chapters
• Recipient of prestigious awards including the World Peace Invitation Award

1,100+ treatments performed – Dr. Yildirim specializes in child psychiatry at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital.

• 12 years of experience of experience in child psychiatry
• Specializes in autism and related developmental disorders
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans for children

1,100+ treatments performed – Dr. Gercek specializes in child psychiatry at Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital.

• 12 years of experience of experience in child psychiatry
• Focuses on autism and related developmental disorders
• Works at a leading psychiatric hospital in Turkey

Prof. Erdal Karaöz focuses on treating autism with cutting-edge stem cell therapy as part of ministry-approved clinical research.

• Over 40 years of experience working specifically with stem cells and regenerative medicine
• Leads LivMedCell, a GMP-certified stem cell center he founded at Liv Hospital
• Has published 190 scientific articles, 169 of which are international
• Trained at Harvard University in embryonic stem cell transplantation
• Involved in clinical trials for autism, cerebral palsy, and multiple sclerosis

Prof. Yanar brings specialized expertise in gastrointestinal and oncologic surgery, with advanced training in laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

• Over 30 years of experience of surgical experience
• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery for Emergency Surgery
• Trained at USC Keck School of Medicine and IRCAD in France
• Active member of multiple prestigious surgical societies
• Performs minimally invasive robotic procedures

Dr. Merdan Fayda specializes in high-precision radiation oncology at Liv Hospital, Turkey's largest healthcare network.

• 34 years of experience of experience in radio-oncology
• Expert in 4D-radiotherapy and IMRT techniques
• Studied radiosurgery at University of North Carolina
• Member of European and American radiation oncology societies
• Published 25 international scientific papers

Dr. Karaca brings over 25 years of experience of psychiatric expertise, specializing in Autism at Emsey Hospital.

• Trained at Bakırköy Mental and Neurological Disorders Hospital
• Specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry since 2010
• Currently practices at Emsey Hospital with a focus on Autism

Specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorders with a focus on Infant Mental Health and Attachment Disorders. Dr. Budagova brings deep psychiatry expertise to her practice at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Marmara University
• Member of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Association of Turkey
• Interested in Specific Learning Difficulties and ADHD alongside Autism
• Residency completed at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital