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Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz
17 years of experience
4.5
462 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Mega University Hospital

Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz

17 years of experience

Dr. Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz is a neurology specialist based in Turkey and has over 10 years of medical experience. She has a degree in general medicine from Hacettepe University Medical School, a specialty in neurology from Ankara University Medical School, a specialty in general medicine from Silivri Kolan Hospital, and a specialty in nephrology from Istanbul University. She is a member of The Turkish Neurological Society, The Turkish Medical Association, and The Turkish Association of Sleep Medicine.

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Ilhan Elmaci
Neurosurgeon
37 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Ilhan Elmaci

Neurosurgeon
37 years of experience

accreditations:

The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
European Skull Base Society

He was born in Niğde which is the city middle part of Anatolia. He studied high school in Adana. He graduated from Ankara University Medical School of Medicine. He started his career at Bakırköy Neurological Sciences Hospital in Zeki Oral MD.’s Clinic in 1987 and finished his Neurosurgery residency in 1993. During this period, he completed his micro neurosurgery education, which was a breakthrough for him, at Zurich University “Professor M. Gazi Yaşargil’s Clinic”.

Between 1993-2003, he worked as a teaching assistant and then as an assistant professor at the Professor Necmettin Pamir’s Clinic, Faculty of Medicine, Marmara University. At the same time, he obtained clinical and surgical gains in the field of neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery at Professor Donlin M. Long and Daniele Rigamonti's Clinic at Johns Hopkins University, USA. In 2003, he received the title of Associate Professor of Neurosurgery.

Between 2004-2010, he worked as Chief of Clinic in Göztepe Training and Research Hospital of Ministry of Health. During this period, he led his clinic to become the only accredited clinic by EANS (The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) in Turkey, with its educational and care services. During this period, he completed his endoscopic skull base training starting at the University of Pittsburgh.

In 2010, he started to work for Acıbadem University Faculty of Medicine and became a Professor of Neurosurgery. He established the Neurosurgery Department in Medipol University Faculty of Medicine on 2012. He served as a Head of Neurosurgery Department in Memorial Health Group Istanbul Hospitals between 2014-2018. He served Neurosurgery Department of Maslak Hospital of Acıbadem Health Group with his team between 2018- September 2021.

Since 01.10.2021, He have started to work with his team at my private clinic located in Fulya and Ulus Hospital of Liv Health Group.

He served as the founding chairman of ”Skull Base Society” in Turkey. He is also a member of the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society (ESBS).

There are more than 110 scientific papers which he hs published in international refereed journals (SCI/SCIEx) and in national refereed journals and 18 scientific articles. He Has more than 250 scientific congress presentations, published books and chapters in books.

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Ramazan Sari
Neurosurgeon
20 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Ramazan Sari

Neurosurgeon
20 years of experience

Education:

Medical Faculty, Trakya University,  

Edirne, Turkey (1994-2000)

Professional Experience:

General Practitioner and Emergency Physician

Bartın (2000-2004)

Specialization:  

Department of Neurosurgery, S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital,  

Istanbul (2004-2010)

Participation in the Accreditation Process by the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) during  

Specialization (2004-2010)

Completion of Compulsory Service as Specialist Physician

Tokat State Hospital, Tokat (2010-2012)

Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery

Gaziosmanpaşa University, Tokat (2012-2014)

Contribution to the Establishment of the Department of Neurosurgery at Medipol University  

(2012-2014)

Lecturer

Medipol University, Istanbul (2012-2014)

Specialist Physician

Memorial Istanbul Hospitals, Istanbul (2014-2018)

Lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences

Eurasia University, Istanbul (2014-2021)

Associate Professor in the field of Neurosurgery (2021- )

Specialist Physician

Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, Istanbul (2018-2021)

Specialist Physician

Liv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul (2021-2023)

2023 –

Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul

Skills and Achievements:

Obtained Associate Professorship in the field of Neurosurgery (2021)

Experience in Academic Teaching and Management (2012-2021)

Proficiency in Turkish (Native) and English (Advanced)

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Salih Murat Imer
Neurosurgeon
39 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Salih Murat Imer

Neurosurgeon
39 years of experience

Certificates

1. The Course of Functional and Stereotactic Neurosurgery, 1990, Oulu, Finland.

2. European Course participation that holds by EANS for 5 years cycle (Amsterdam/1988, Rostock/1989, Çeşme/1994, Klagenfurt/1995, Aalborg/1996).

3. "Primary Examination" for European Board was passed in Klagenfurt,1995, Austria.

4."Advanced Training on Functional Disorders with Leksell Gamma Knife", 2004, Marseille, France.

5. "Advanced Training on Vestibular Schwannomas and Skull Base Surgery wiyh Leksell Gamma Knife", 2004, Marseille, France.

6. The certificate for "DISC Nucleoplasty in Cervical and Lumbar Disc Diseases", 2004, Freiburg, Germany.

7. "Neuropathfinder" Train - the - Trainer Meeting, 2009, Wien, Austria.

8. " Neuropathfinder" Train - the - Trainer Meeting, 2011, Athens, Greece.

9. The certificate for "Full- Endoscopic Spine Surgery", 2011, Herne, Germany.

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Baris Topcular
Neurologist
18 years of experience
5.0
29 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Baris Topcular

Neurologist
18 years of experience

General Information and Presentation

He completed his primary education at Şenlikköy Primary School and his secondary education at the Istek Foundation Florya Bilge Kagan High School. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2001. He completed his specialist education in Istanbul Medical Faculty Neurology Department in 2006. In 2006 he worked at the Neurology Clinic and the PharmaZentrum Research Center of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Basel, Switzerland. Between 2007 and 2011, Bakırköy Prof. Dr. He worked at Mazhar Osman Mental Health and Neurological Diseases Training and Research Hospital in the 3rd Neurology Clinic and in the Dementia and Movement Disorders policlinics. Since October 2011, he has been working at Istanbul University of Science, Faculty of Medicine, Neurology, USA.

 

Experience

İstanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine Neurology, 

Şişli Florence Nightingale Hospital 

Kadıköy Florence Nightingale Hospital Neurology Clinics, 

Gayrettepe Metropolitan Florence Nightingale Hospital PET department.

 

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Basak Bolluk Kilic
Neurologist
24 years of experience
4.8
34 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

Basak Bolluk Kilic

Neurologist
24 years of experience
Dr. Başak Bolluk Kılıç, MD is a Medical Doctor who specializes in Parkinson's and other Movement Disorder Diseases. She has received special training in EEG and EMG, Botulinum Toxin applications, and Deep Brain neurostimulator (DBS) Programming. Currently, she is providing personalized medical follow-up and treatment support for patients at Istanbul Medipol University Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER).Read more
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Ali Zirh
Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience
4.8
34 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)

Ali Zirh

Neurosurgeon
36 years of experience

accreditations:

American Parkinson Disease Association
American Association for the Advancement of Science
World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery

Award-winning stereotactic and functional neurosurgeon from Turkey, working for over 30 years. 

Expert in deep brain stimulation (DBS). Has provided over 850 successful DBS procedures and more than 1,350 neurosurgery procedures. Broke a Guinness World Record for the biggest number of patients after DBS gathered in one place. Was trained in Germany, Spain, Great Britain, Israel, Belgium, and the USA. Cooperates with Bookimed from 2018 and regularly trains and educates the Bookimed’s team for training and education in neurology.

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Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak
Neurologist
22 years of experience
4.5
144 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital

Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak

Neurologist
22 years of experience

Gülümser Kızıltaş Tokmak, M.D., graduated from Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul University in 2002 and completed residency at Neurology Clinic, Okmeydanı Teaching and Research Hospital in 2008. She holds a master’s degree in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University, and has studied and worked in fields such as EMG, EEG, PSG, Dementia, Headache, and Vertigo. She has worked at Ağrı State Hospital Neurology Clinic, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, and Medical Park Hospitals.

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Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran
Neurosurgeon
22 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Associate Professor Burak Orhan Boran

Neurosurgeon
22 years of experience

EDUCATION:

  • Turhan and Mediha Tansel Primary School (1979–1984)
  • Kültür College (1984–1988)
  • Semiha Şakir High School (1988–1991)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (1991–1997)
  • Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Neurosurgery Department, Specialist Training (1997–2002)
  • Title of Associate Professor in Neurosurgery (May 31, 2021)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

  • "Visiting Physician," University of Southern California, Department of Neurosurgery (1998)
  • "Microsurgery Training," GATA (Gülhane Military Medical Academy), Ankara Education and Research Hospital (2003)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

  • Gülhane Military Medical Academy Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital (2002–2003)
  • Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital (2003–2005)
  • Private Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2005–2012)
  • Private 29 Mayıs Hospital (2012–2013)
  • Maltepe State Hospital (2013–2018)
  • Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital (2018–2020)
  • Private Academic Hospital (2020–2022)
  • Hisar Intercontinental Hospital (2022–2024)
  • Private Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital (2024–Present)

ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACADEMIC ROLES:

  • Board Member, Neurosurgical Society (2006–2009)
  • Head of the Emergency Department, Maltepe State Hospital (2014–2016)
  • Deputy Chief Physician, Private Academic Hospital (2020–2021)
  • Advisory Board Member, Beykent University Faculty of Medicine (2018–2024)
  • Faculty Member, Galata University Faculty of Health Sciences (2022–2024)
  • Director, Continuous Education Center, Galata University (2022–2024)

 

 

 

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Nebilyildiz
Neurologist
38 years of experience
4.5
221 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Ulus

Nebilyildiz

Neurologist
38 years of experience
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Baran Yilmaz
Neurosurgeon
19 years of experience
4.7
39 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Baran Yilmaz

Neurosurgeon
19 years of experience

Education and Expertise

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

1998 - 2005 - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Istanbul

(Head of the Department: Prof Dr Türker KILIÇ)

2011 - 2012 - Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA (Director: Murat Günel MD. PhD., Professor of Neurosurgery)Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship

 

Professional Memberships

2014 + Turkish Neurosurgery Association

2017 + Turkish Spine Association

2018 + AOSpine

 

Awards

Turkish Neurosurgery Society 31st Scientific Congress “Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize”, Antalya, 2017.

 

Courses and Certificates

1. Member of the Organizing Committee; 12. National Neuroscience Congress, Bahçeşehir University, 28-31 May 2014

2. Member of the Organizing Committee; 11. ASNO 'Skull-base Anatomy Course', 11-14 September 2014, Istanbul

3. Instructor / Member of the Organizing Committee; Neurosurgery Course Series – 4 /Prof. Dr. Evandro de Oliveira Skull Base Course 2, Prof. Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, 2015.

4. Member of the Organizing Committee; International Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Microelectrode Recording Cadaver Course, Rhoton Anatomy Lab BAU Faculty of Medicine, 6-7 February 2015 Istanbul.

5. Organization Officer; TND Istanbul Meetings, Istanbul, 2015-2016

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Serdar Tasdemir
Neurologist
17 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Turkey, Istanbul
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital

Serdar Tasdemir

Neurologist
17 years of experience
  • AREAS OF INTEREST
  • Headache
  • Migraine Botox
  • Dizziness
  • Epilepsy
  • Peripheral nerve diseases
  • Parkinson
  • Alzheimer
  • Cerebrovascular diseases
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  • EDUCATION AND EXPERTISE
  • 2006 Gulhane Military Medical Faculty, Medical Education
  • 2013 Gulhane Military Medical Academy, Specialization, Ankara

 

  • INSPECTION
  • 2007-2009 Cyprus Turkish Peace Forces, Turkish Forces Regiment, Nicosia
  • 2009-2013 GATA Neurology Specialization Training
  • 2014-2017 Beytepe Military Hospital, Murat Erdi Eker State Hospital
  • 2018-2020 Osmaniye İbn-i Sina Hospital 2020-2021
  • İskenderun Gelişim Hospital
  • 2021-2022 Ankara Alife International Hospital 2021-2022
  • Ankara Alife International Hospital

 

  • Education and Training:
  • Medical Degree: Graduated from a top medical school in Turkey, showcasing a solid foundation in medical sciences.
  • Neurology Specialization: Completed his specialization in Neurology at a reputable institution, gaining extensive knowledge and expertise in the field.

 

  • Professional Experience:
  • Current Position: Serving as a Specialist Neurologist at İstinye University Hospital Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Istanbul. This hospital is known for its innovative approach to healthcare, combining advanced technology with personalized care.
  • Clinical Expertise: Dr. Taşdemir has substantial experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of neurological conditions, including headaches, migraines, epilepsy, stroke, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis.
  • Patient-Centered Approach: Committed to providing comprehensive care tailored to the individual needs of each patient, ensuring the highest level of comfort and satisfaction.

 

  • Competitive Advantages:
  • Advanced Diagnostic Tools: Utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and treatment methodologies, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective management of neurological disorders.
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Works closely with a team of specialists across various disciplines to provide holistic and coordinated care for complex neurological conditions.
  • Continuous Learning: Regularly participates in national and international conferences and workshops, staying updated with the latest advancements in neurology.

 

  • Achievements and Recognition:
  • Patient Satisfaction: Highly rated by patients for his thoroughness, empathy, and effectiveness in treatment, with numerous positive reviews reflecting his dedication and expertise.
  • Contributions to Medical Literature: Actively involved in research and has contributed to several publications in esteemed medical journals, advancing the field of neurology.

 

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Basak Bollu Kilic
Neurologist
18 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Basak Bollu Kilic

Neurologist
18 years of experience

Dr. Başak Bolluk Kılıç, MD graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2000 as a Medical Doctor.  She completed her specialization training in the Department of Neurology at Ankara University in 2005.

 

In 2004, she worked as an observer at the Department of Movement Disorders at the University of Barcelona Medical Faculty.  Having started her compulsory service in Kırşehir State Hospital in 2006, Dr.  Başak Bolluk Kılıç, MD worked at Ankara Private Tandoğan Magnet Hospital in 2008, at Çamlıca Erdem Hospital between 2010-2016, at Bilgi University Electroneurophysiology Department between 2013-2017, at Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Medicine between 2017-2018 and at Medical Park between 2016-2018. She worked as an Assistant Professor at Göztepe Hospital.

 

In September 2018, at Istanbul Medipol University Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER) she created the patients' treatment plans. She provides each patient with the most appropriate personalized medical follow-up and treatment support.

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Mehmet Tonge
Neurosurgeon
20 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Mehmet Tonge

Neurosurgeon
20 years of experience

Medical School: Suleyman Demirel University, 2004

 

Neurosurgery Training: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery, 2011

 

Dr Mehmet Tonge has international and nationwide 32 publications, 12 book chapters, 92 oral and poster presentations and 41 invited lectures, mostly on Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.

Work & Training experience:

2004-2011: Gazi University, Department of Neurosurgery (Residency)

2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery (Intraoperative MRI applications), Switzerland

2008: Zurich University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery: Microneurosurgery, white matter dissection, interventional neuroradiology courses, Switzerland

2011 – 2012: Sinop Ataturk State Hospital, Neurosurgeon

2012 – 2013: Cankiri State Hospital, Neurosurgeon

2013 – 2014: Istanbul Medipol University, Department of Neurosurgery & Gamma Knife Center (Ass Prof)

 

2013 – now: Maastricht University Neurosurgery & Neuroscience Department (Visiting scientist, PhDc) The Netherlands

2014: Maastricht University, The Netherlands: Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship 2014-2018: Istanbul Memorial Hospital Neurosurgery: Staff Neurosurgeon

2016-2018: Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (Consultant, Gamma Knife Center)

2018-now: Istanbul Medipol University (Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, Gamma Knife Center) Ass. Prof.)

Dr Mehmet Tonge has completed 4-year cycle EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies) Training courses.

 

Clinical areas of interest:

 

• Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery

 

• Surgery for movement disorders

 

• Gamma Knife Radiosurgery

 

* Surgery for pain & spasticity

 

* Psychosurgery

 

Research areas of interest:

 

* Deep brain stimulation

 

• Stereotactic radiosurgery

 

 

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Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz
Neurologist
24 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz

Neurologist
24 years of experience

Assoc. Prof.  Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz graduated from Hacettepe University in 2000 as a Medical Doctor.  She completed her specialty training in the Department of Neurology at Ankara University in 2006.

 

She started her compulsory service in Mardin Nusaybin State Hospital in 2007.  Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz continued her duty in Gaziantep 27 December State Hospital in 2008.  She worked as a neurologist at Biophysis Nilüfer Medical Center and Ali Osman Sönmez Oncology Hospital in Bursa between 2010-2011, and at Istanbul Universal Aksaray Hospital between 2011-2012. From October 2012, she started to work as a Doctor Lecturer in Istanbul Medipol University Neurology Department.  Nesrin Helvacı Yılmaz received the title of associate professor in 2021.  In 2015, she worked as an Honorary Observer in Parkinson's Disease and Deep Brain Stimulation (Neuromodulation) at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, National Hospital for Neurology in London.  She took part in many training programs on Deep Brain Stimulation (Neuromodulation) in Turkey and abroad between 2013-2022.

 

Since September 2018, she has been working as a coordinator for student education in the 5th semester of Neurology. As of December 2022, she has developed treatment plans for patients at Medipol University Istanbul Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER) and provides each patient the most appropriate personal medical follow-up and treatment support.

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Siar Dursun
Pediatrician
13 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Siar Dursun

Pediatrician
13 years of experience

EDUCATION:

 

2014 ADNAN MENDERES UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE, CHILD HEALTH AND DISEASES, CHILD NEUROLOGY

 

2011 IZMIR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL, CHILD HEALTH AND DISEASES

 

2011 Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital, Child Health and Diseases

 

2004 DICLE UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

 

EXPERIENCE:

 

2018 Istanbul Medipol Hospital

 

2017 - 2018 Kartal Education and Research Hospital

 

2014 - 2016 Denizli State Hospital

 

2011 - 2014 Aydin Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine Hospital

 

2006 - 2011 Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital

 

2011Izmir Education and Research Hospital

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