19 Best West Syndrome Doctors in Istanbul

Prof. Kütükçü's expertise includes Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and he trained in neurology at the prestigious University of California, San Francisco.

• Specializes in neurophysiology and movement disorders
• Conducts active research and scientific work in neurology
• Member of leading associations like the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Professor with an academic background from Gülhane Military Medical Academy

Dr. Selvinaz Edizer is a pediatric neurology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on neurological conditions in children and infants. She has held specialized roles at several major Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Edizer works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for international patient safety standards.

• Specializes in pediatric neurology and neurosurgery.
• Served at Bezmialem Foundation University as a pediatric neurology specialist.
• Completed specialized service at Istanbul Bağcılar Education and Research Hospital.
• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a center known for its eco-friendly recovery design.

Dr. Comu specializes in pediatric neurology with over 30 years of experience, trained in the USA at Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital and the University of Pittsburgh.

• Expert in treating epilepsy and developmental delays in infants and children
• Follows American treatment approaches for neurological conditions
• Member of The Turkish Neurological Society and The Child Neurology Society
• Provides treatment for neurological conditions during pregnancy

Dr. Topcular specializes in neurology with a focus on West syndrome, bringing extensive experience from prestigious institutions in Turkey and Switzerland.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialist education in Neurology at Istanbul Medical Faculty
• Worked at the University of Basel's Neurology Clinic and PharmaZentrum Research Center
• Currently practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati specializes in epilepsy treatment at Florence Nightingale Hospital, with decades of experience in neurology.

• Over 41 years of neurology practice
• Specializes in epilepsy and related neurological disorders
• Trained in behavioral neurology in the United States
• Associate Professor with extensive academic background

Dr. Baris Metin specializes in epilepsy with 26 years of experience, including work in Turkey and Belgium. His research in functional neuroimaging and EEG enhances his approach to West syndrome.

• Specializes in epilepsy and functional neuroimaging
• Published numerous research papers in international journals
• Experienced in both clinical and research settings

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. Bariş Ekici specializes in child neurology with a focus on West syndrome – he's authored studies on infantile spasms and dietary therapies for childhood epilepsy.

• Associate Professor since 2013 with pediatric neurology expertise
• Published research on epilepsy in children with periventricular leukomalacia
• Author of five books on autism spectrum disorders
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Specializes in pediatric neurology with a focus on epilepsy and resistant cases – Dr. Gultekin brings extensive training and experience to West syndrome treatment.

• Subspecialized in Child Neurology at Medipol University
• Member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey
• Focuses on epilepsy, resistant epilepsy, and neurological developmental delays
• Works at Biruni University Hospital with a multidisciplinary approach

29 years of neurology expertise – Dr. Altay trained at the University of Washington and Barnes-Jewish Center for Comprehensive Epilepsy.

• Specializes in epilepsy and related neurological disorders
• Educated at top US institutions for epilepsy care
• Extensive experience in diagnosing and treating complex cases

Dr. Ozkardes brings over 34 years of neurology experience, specializing in complex neurological conditions at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at GATA Faculty of Medicine – Turkey's leading military medical school
• Former Chief Physician at Kütahya Air Hospital
• Member of Turkish Medical Association and DGCA Health Board
• Specializes in both military and civilian neurology cases

Prof. Dr. Sultan Tarlaci is an eminent neurologist with over 26 years of experience, specializing in epilepsy and other neurological disorders.

• Expertise in treating West syndrome and other epilepsy types
• Authored multiple books and chapters on neurological diseases
• Received several awards for contributions to neurosciences
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals

Dr. Siar Dursun specializes in pediatric neurology at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, focusing on West syndrome and related conditions.

• Board-certified in child neurology with over 15 years of experience
• Trained at Adnan Menderes University and Izmir Education and Research Hospital
• Works at Medipol University Pendik Hospital – a leading neurological center

Dr. Tonge is a Brain and Nerve Surgery specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, a major center for neurological care.

• Focuses exclusively on neurosurgical treatments
• Works at a major university hospital complex
• Part of a multidisciplinary neurological team

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.