Page 2 - Best Parkinson's disease doctors in Turkey: TOP 41 doctors

Prof. Karaöz is a pioneer in stem cell research and regenerative medicine, offering a novel, research-backed approach to managing Parkinson's disease.

• Over 20 years of specialized experience in stem cell and regenerative therapies
• Founded Turkey's first institutional R&D center in the stem cell field
• Director of the Regenerative Medicine Stem Cell Center (LivMedCell) at Liv Hospital
• Has a significant publication record with 190 articles and an H-index of 38
• Researched at Harvard University on Embryonic Stem Cell and Islet Transplantation

Dr. Ozkardes brings over 30 years of neurology experience, specializing in Parkinson's disease at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at GATA Faculty of Medicine – military hospitals
• Former head neurologist at Şişli Memorial Hospital
• Member of Turkish Medical Association
• Specializes in movement disorders including Parkinson's

Dr. Gulnar Ibrahimova improves patients' lives at Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER), a dedicated facility for Parkinson's care.

• Specialized in neurology at Istanbul University
• Member of Turkish Neurological Association and UK General Medical Council
• Published papers in domestic and international journals
• Gained international experience at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London

900+ treatments performed – Dr. Gurkan specializes in Parkinson's disease and deep brain stimulation at You Clinic.

• 16 years of experience in neurology
• Member of Turkish Neurology Society and Parkinson’s Disease Association of Turkey
• Specialized in neurology at Dokuz Eylül University
• Published research on seizure semiology and EEG

Assoc. Prof. Buse Cagla Ari specializes in Parkinson's disease at Medipol University's PARMER Center, focusing on advanced treatment and research.

• Over 10 years of neurology experience
• Published 15+ research papers on Parkinson's and movement disorders
• Member of International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Expert in EEG, polysomnography, and sleep disorder diagnostics

Tahsin Ali Zirh specializes in Parkinson's disease and movement disorders, with training at top neurosurgery centers worldwide.

• Fellowship-trained at Johns Hopkins and Toronto Western Hospital
• Over 25 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Founding member of Medipol University Parkinson's Disease Center
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Dr. Baris Topcular specializes in Parkinson's disease at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, bringing extensive expertise from his work in Switzerland and Turkey.

• Over 15 years of neurology experience
• Worked at University of Basel Neurology Clinic
• Specializes in movement disorders
• Associated with prestigious institutions like Istanbul University

Specializes in Movement Disorders Surgery, including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and MR Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS). Works at Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center.

• Over 10 years of experience in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery
• Completed a Deep Brain Stimulation Fellowship at Maastricht University
• Member of the World and European Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery Societies
• Published extensively on neurosurgical techniques and outcomes
• Board member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society's functional section

29 years of neurology experience with 900+ procedures performed – Dr. Salcini specializes in Parkinson's disease at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Focused on movement disorders and electrophysiology
• Published multiple studies on neurological conditions
• Fluent in English, Serbian, and Bosnian

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in neurosurgery, and specializes in Parkinson's disease treatments.

• Completed Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Association and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Held faculty positions at multiple prestigious hospitals
• Expertise in neuroanatomy and neurovascular procedures

Prof. Ersoy Kocabicak specializes in deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease, with extensive research and leadership in neuromodulation.

• Published 46 international articles on Parkinson's and deep brain stimulation
• Founding member of the International Deep Brain Stimulation Association
• Head of Ondokuz Mayıs University Neuromodulation Center
• Guest lecturer at Maastricht University and Atlas University

Specializes in advanced Parkinson's disease treatments at Medicalpoint International Hospital, including deep brain stimulation and apomorphine pump therapy.

• Residency in neurology at SBU Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Training and Research Hospital
• Member of The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Expert in movement disorders including tremors and dystonia
• Provides acute stroke treatment and botulinum toxin applications

Dr. Nimet Dortcan specializes in neurological disorders, including Parkinson's disease, with years of experience at top Turkish hospitals.

• Holds a master's in Electroneurophysiology – deep diagnostic expertise
• Faculty member at Halic University’s medical school – active in neurology education
• Performs advanced clinical neurophysiological exams for precise assessments

Dr. Emekli specializes in Parkinson's disease at Medipol University's dedicated Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER).

• Fellowship-trained at Michigan State University's Movement Disorders Clinic
• Published research on hereditary Parkinson's cases from Turkey
• Member of European Academy of Neurology and Turkish Society of Neurology
• Focuses on both clinical care and genetic aspects of Parkinson's

Dr. Turgay Abay specializes in neurology with over 10 years of experience, trained at Gaziantep University – one of Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Specializes in adult and pediatric neurology
• Trained at Gaziantep University with rigorous clinical standards
• Gained experience at Siirt State Hospital handling diverse neurological cases