Best Chronic Pain Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy is a radiologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in diagnostic radiology, teleradiology, and interventional radiology. Dr. Aksoy previously held an Assistant Professorship at the Istanbul University Radiology Department. He has contributed to 13 medical congresses with numerous oral and written presentations.

• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the International Society of Radiology.
• Holds certifications from the Turkish Society of Interventional Radiology.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like angiography, CT scans, and biopsies.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Tokmak specializes in EMG and EEG – key diagnostic tools for chronic pain – with a Master's in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University.

• Residency completed at Okmeydanı Teaching and Research Hospital Neurology Clinic
• Extensive studies on headache and vertigo – common chronic pain conditions
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental and Medical Park Hospitals
• Board-certified neurologist with 24 years of experience since 2008

Dr. Ramazan Sari is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He helped establish the Department of Neurosurgery at Medipol University. Dr. Sari handles complex cases involving brain tumors, pituitary adenomas, and spinal stenosis. He participated in the accreditation process for the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Specializes in transnasal tumor resection and robotic spine surgery.
• Performs deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy surgery.
• Expert in Gamma Knife and CyberKnife radiosurgery for brain conditions.
• Treats cerebral aneurysms, cavernomas, and arteriovenous malformations.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Taskaynatan is a specialist in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and algology. He treats patients at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Taskaynatan previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine. He focuses on pain management and physical recovery. This hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in recreation therapy and physical rehabilitation.
• Expertise in algology for treating chronic pain conditions.
• Served as a specialist at the Marshal Cakmak Military Hospital.
• Works at a clinic with a 99% success rate for kidney transplants.

Specializes in chronic pain management with extensive training in neurology and movement disorders. Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at University of Basel's Neurology Clinic and PharmaZentrum Research Center
• Expertise in dementia and movement disorders
• Affiliated with multiple Florence Nightingale Hospital locations

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati brings over 41 years of neurology expertise, specializing in chronic pain management at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed fellowship in dementia and behavioral neurology in the US
• Associate Professor at Istanbul University with extensive academic background
• Specializes in headaches and epilepsy-related pain management
• Practices at one of Turkey's leading neurology centers

Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz specializes in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders, with extensive training in Deep Brain Stimulation therapy.

• Completed specialty training at Ankara University in 2006
• Honorary Observer at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology in London
• Managed Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Unit at Medipol University
• Published 30 clinical researches and 80 reports

Associate professor specializing in neurology with awards for epilepsy research – Dr. Altindag brings deep expertise to chronic pain management at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• PhD focused on neurophysiology and epilepsy research
• Multiple awards for epilepsy and neurophysiology studies
• Member of Turkish Neurology Association and Clinical Neurophysiology EEG-EMG Association
• Over 28 years of experience in neurology

Specializes in nerve blockages and botulinum toxin applications for chronic pain at Medipol University's PARMER Center.

• Over 13 years of neurology experience with a focus on pain management
• Member of the Global Migraine & Pain Society and International Headache Society
• Published research on pain-related conditions in international journals
• Performs trigger point injections and other advanced pain management techniques

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in neurosurgical approaches to chronic pain at Atlas University Hospital, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Trained in functional neurosurgery at Dokuz Eylül University
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published research on emergency minimally invasive neurosurgery
• Attended advanced spinal surgery courses in Europe

With 28 years in anesthesia and pain management, Dr. Soltanzadeh specializes in chronic pain relief at Estexper Clinic.

• Fellowship-trained in cardiac anesthesia and pain management
• Chief Physician experience at a state hospital in Iran
• Active member of international anesthesiology societies
• Practices at Istanbul Okan University Hospital
• Fluent in multiple languages for patient comfort

26 years specializing in chronic pain management – Dr. Metin combines neurology expertise with advanced neuroimaging techniques.

• Worked in both Turkey and Belgium, bringing diverse approaches
• Specializes in functional neuroimaging for precise pain diagnosis
• Published numerous research papers on neurological conditions
• Focuses on memory disorders and sleep-related pain issues

Dr. Gürhan Özcan is a plastic surgeon at Istanbul Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center. He specializes in tummy tucks, revision rhinoplasty, and breast surgery. He is the founding chairman of the Başkent University Plastic Surgery Department. Dr. Özcan twice received awards from the American Society for Plastic Surgery.

• Holds EBOPRAS certification, a European standard for plastic surgery quality.
• Completed a three-year fellowship at Baylor Medical School in Houston, USA.
• Member of the European Association of Plastic Surgeons (ESPRAS).
• Treats patients at a clinic serving 4,000+ people for plastic procedures annually.

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.

A Professor of Nuclear Medicine with nearly 34 years of experience, Dr. Atasever specializes in advanced diagnostic techniques for chronic pain assessment.

• 34 years of professional experience in nuclear medicine
• Former Professor and department head at Gazi University
• Director of the Department of Nuclear Medicine at Ankara Order Laboratory
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine
• Performs diagnostics at Medipol Mega University Hospital

Dr. Mustafa Kilic specializes in neuromodulation treatments for chronic pain at his clinic, combining surgical expertise with post-operative care optimization.

• Experienced in Deep Brain Stimulation and Spinal Cord Stimulation
• Performs Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation for Trigeminal Neuralgia
• Teaches at Istinye University, contributing to neurosurgical research
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Prof. Dr. Sultan Tarlaci is an eminent neurologist with 26 years of experience and multiple awards for contributions to neurosciences.

• Specializes in a wide range of neurological conditions including chronic pain
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals and authored several books
• Recipient of multiple awards for his work in the field
• Trained at Ege University School of Medicine