49 Best Headache Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Murat Yaman is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He has performed over 1,500 rhinoplasties and 1,500 breast enlargements. Dr. Yaman also completed 500 facelifts and 1,000 liposuction procedures using VASER technology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Specializes in tummy tucks, body contouring, and facial feminization surgery.
• Treats 500–600 patients each year for cosmetic and reconstructive needs.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Reconstructive, Aesthetic, and Plastic Surgery.
• Member of the Association of Emergency Hand and Microsurgery.

Dr. Nur Afsar is a medical aesthetics specialist at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on non-surgical facial contouring and evidence-based skin rejuvenation. Dr. Afsar follows a personalized approach to restore patient self-confidence. She holds a Master’s Degree in Medical Aesthetics.

• Specializes in botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, and thread lifting.
• Uses precision techniques like Ultherapy, Radiesse, and Morpheus8.
• Regularly participates in international congresses like AMWC Monaco and IMCAS Paris.
• Completed specialized training at Merz Academy and Ulthera Academy.

Dr. Tonge specializes in Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery, with 32 international publications and 92 presentations on advanced techniques for movement disorders and pain management.

• Experienced in MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) for precise treatment
• Board member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society and WSSFN member
• Deep Brain Stimulation fellowship at Maastricht University
• Published research on DBS and movement disorders outcomes

Dr. Dilek Necioglu Orken is a neurologist at Memorial Sisli Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on complex neurological conditions and patient management. Dr. Orken previously served as the Head of the Neurology Department at Demiroglu Science University. She also held the role of Education and Administrative Officer at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Hospital.

• Served as a member of the faculty at Demiroglu Science University.
• Practiced as a specialist at Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital.
• Works at Memorial Sisli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Provides care at a facility with a recognized history of world-class safety standards.

Dr. Nuran Burcu Arkali specializes in headache treatment with advanced techniques like Botulinum toxin and ozone therapy at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in EEG and EMG at Kocaeli University
• Completed electro-physiology master’s program at Istanbul University
• Expert in neural therapy and sleep disorders
• Active in research on Parkinson’s and dementia

Dr. Akif Nuri Dogan is an internal medicine specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in treating chronic conditions including obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. Dr. Dogan completed his medical training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine. He provides comprehensive diagnostic assessments and personalized monitoring services for adult patients.

• Specializes in reflux, chronic tiredness, and metabolic disease management.
• Completed residency at the Bezm-i Alem Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats 500,000+ patients annually.
• Offers specialized screenings including heart check-ups and cancer clusters.

Dr. Tokmak specializes in headaches with advanced training in electrophysiology and years of focused research.

• Holds a Master's in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University
• Studied EMG, EEG, and PSG techniques for headache diagnosis
• Practiced neurology at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
• Published studies on headache and vertigo treatments

Dr. Sinan Comu brings 30 years of neurology expertise, trained in American treatment approaches at the University of Pittsburgh.

• Specializes in pediatric neurology, including headaches and developmental delays
• Fellowship-trained at Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital in the USA
• Member of The Turkish Neurological Society and The Child Neurology Society
• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital's Pediatric Neurology Department

Dr. Nihal Isik is a neurologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She serves as the Turkey Representative to the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Isik specialized at Hacettepe University and focuses on neuro-muscular diseases, epilepsy, and dementia. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Authored the official Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines for Multiple Sclerosis.
• Published more than 60 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals.
• Heads sessions and delivers invited panels at global neurology conferences.
• Awarded for excellence in multiple sclerosis research at the National Neurology Congress.

Prof. Baris Topcular specializes in neurology with a focus on headache disorders at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed neurology training at Istanbul Medical Faculty
• Worked at University of Basel's Neurology Clinic and PharmaZentrum Research Center
• Member of the Neurology Department at Istanbul University of Science
• Practices at multiple Florence Nightingale Hospital locations

Dr. Rahsan Adviye is a neurology specialist and instructor at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. She treats neurological conditions with a focus on clinical neurophysiology. Dr. Adviye spent 15 years as an academic instructor at the University of Health Sciences. She completed her medical training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Completed a Master’s Program in Clinical Neurophysiology at Istanbul University.
• Active member of the EEG-EMG Clinical Neurophysiology Society.
• Maintains professional membership with the Turkish Neurology Society.
• Practices at a facility equipped with AI-supported 3 Tesla MRI technology.

With over 41 years in neurology, Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati specializes in headache disorders at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained in behavioral neurology at US institutions
• Former faculty member at Istanbul University
• Specializes in complex headache diagnosis and management
• Worked at leading Turkish hospitals since 1985

Associate professor with Clinical Neurophysiology subspecialty – Dr. Altindag brings deep expertise in headache disorders at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 28 years of neurology experience
• Multiple awards for epilepsy and neurophysiology research
• Member of Turkish Neurology Association
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz specializes in Parkinson's and movement disorders, with extensive training in Deep Brain Stimulation at London's UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology.

• Over 26 years of neurology experience
• Manages Medipol University's Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Unit
• Published 80+ research reports on movement disorders
• Advanced training in neuromodulation techniques

Associate Professor of Neurology with over 25 years of experience specializing in headache disorders at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained in sleep medicine with specialized certifications
• Member of the Turkish Neurology and Sleep Medicine Associations
• Published research recognized by Düzce University's publication award
• Extensive experience in both academic and clinical neurology settings

Specializes in treating headaches and migraines, offering both Botox and vaccine treatments.

• Over 21 years of experience in neurology
• Expertise in vascular diseases and movement disorders
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Association
• Works at Medicalpoint International Hospital