Best Neurology Doctors in Turkey

Prof. Dr. Melda Bozluolcay is a Neurology Specialist and Professor. She became Associate Professor in 2006 and Professor in 2015. She trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. Her medical education was from 1976 to 1983. She completed a Medicine–PhD program in 1986–1991. Her focus includes Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, cerebrovascular disease and stroke, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, EEG and neurophysiology, and sleep disorders.

Key papers include quantitative EEG in dementia (Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology, 2024). She studied TMS in dementia subtypes (Psychogeriatrics, 2023). She reported on neuroinflammatory markers in Alzheimer’s disease (Current Alzheimer Research, 2022). Earlier work appeared in Neuroscience Letters (2019), Geriatrics and Gerontology International (2016), and Neurology India (2003).

Projects include hOGG1 polymorphism and oxidative DNA damage in Alzheimer’s disease (2017–2016; supported by a higher-education grant). She studied antithrombotic prophylaxis after acute stroke (2004). She evaluated piracetam in acute stroke (1998). She is a member of the Alzheimer’s, Epilepsy, Turkish Neurology, Cerebrovascular Diseases, and Neurodegenerative Diseases associations.

Dr. Sema Targıt Akbaşak is a neurology and electrophysiology specialist at Neolife Medical Center (Etiler). She has worked in neurology since 1983. Her focus includes EEG, headaches, Parkinson’s and other movement disorders, cognitive disorders and dementia, and cerebrovascular disease.

Career highlights include serving as EEG Supervisor at Haseki Training and Research Hospital (1989–1993). She led the EEG Laboratory and the Headache, Parkinson’s, and Dementia units at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital (1993–1997). She later worked as a Neurology and Electrophysiology Specialist at Balat Or-Ahayim Hospital (2013–2019).

Education: Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Neurology training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa (1983–1989). Memberships: Turkish Medical Association, Parkinson's Association, EEG-EMG Association, Brain Research Association, and Cerebrovascular Diseases Association.

Prof. Dr. Hakan Levent Gül is a neurologist. He graduated from the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his neurology residency at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He later became an associate professor and then a professor. He also holds a second undergraduate degree in Healthcare Management.

He has worked as a neurologist and senior attending physician in public and private institutions. His expertise includes headache and dizziness, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, movement disorders, stroke, and sleep disorders. He provides neurological care at Moodist Hospital.

Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Multiple Sclerosis Research – Dr. Ozakbas specializes in neurology with a focus on multiple sclerosis.

• 32 years of experience in neurology
• Active member of the Turkish Neurological Association
• Regular participant in international neurology congresses
• Specialized in cognitive aspects of multiple sclerosis

The doctor is an experienced specialist in interventional radiology, with a dedicated clinical focus on thyroid and prostate imaging and interventions. With a strong academic foundation from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and specialized residency training in radiology at S.B. Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, the doctor brings extensive expertise to the field.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has contributed to clinical practice at institutions including Başkent University Istanbul Hospital and S.B. Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital. Additionally, the doctor holds a background in healthcare management from Anadolu University and maintains active professional memberships with the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Istanbul Radiology Society.

Specializes in Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and epilepsy treatments with 19 years of neurology experience at leading hospitals.

• Expert in EEG and nerve disease diagnostics
• Former Deputy Chief Physician at VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital
• Treats complex cases like stroke and restless leg syndrome
• Trained at Karadeniz Technical and Ondokuz Mayis Universities

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

Dr. Zengin specializes in advanced neurological treatments like Apomorphine Pump and Botulinum Toxin at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Member of International Parkinson And Movement Disorder Society
• Treats complex conditions including Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and epilepsy
• Trained at top Turkish universities including Dokuz Eylül and Başkent
• Offers innovative therapies like migraine vaccines and botulinum toxin applications

Specializes in advanced neurological treatments like botulinum toxin injections and IVIG therapy at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital – a leader in neurology
• Member of The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Expert in complex movement disorders and epilepsy cases
• Uses innovative treatments including plasmapheresis and migraine vaccine

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. Asuman Mersin Kokrek combines neurology expertise with pediatric and occupational medicine – offering unique insights at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Over a decade of practice at Haseki Education and Research Hospital
• Specialized in managing neurological conditions in children and adults
• Dedicated years to pediatric leukemia care at Halic University
• Background in occupational medicine enhances holistic patient approaches

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

Assoc. Prof. Buse Cagla Ari specializes in Parkinson's and movement disorders at Medipol University's PARMER Center, combining clinical expertise with cutting-edge research.

• Published 15+ research papers on Parkinson's and related neurological disorders
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Expert in EEG, polysomnography, and advanced diagnostic techniques
• Board member of Turkish Neurology Association's Neurorehabilitation Group

Dr. Emiroglu brings decades of surgical expertise to Memorial Bodrum Hospital, with a focus on endocrine and breast procedures.

• Specialized in general surgery with 29 years of experience
• Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations including the Endocrine Surgery Association
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Participated in advanced surgical trainings across Europe

Specializing in general surgery, Dr Ozden Gul brings decades of experience to Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Expert in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgery
• Skilled in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques
• Fluent in English for international patients
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine