15 Best Peripheral Paralysis Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Mustafa Kurklu is an orthopedic and traumatology surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in traumatology, orthopedics, and hand transplantation. Dr. Kurklu has published over 70 scientific papers on his clinical findings. He serves as the Head of the Hand Transplantation Department at a prestigious medical academy.

• Completed a specialist fellowship at a university in the USA.
• Treats complex musculoskeletal conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis.
• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Previously served as an Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Dr. Engin Cakar is a professor and rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Göztepe and Memorial Şişli Hospitals. He specializes in pain medicine, electrodiagnostic neurology, and stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Cakar chair’s the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. He completed training in brain stimulation at Harvard Medical School.

• Author of over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Treats complex cases using transcranial magnetic and direct current stimulation.
• Is a member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a center known for neurosurgery excellence.

Dr. Bestami Yalvac is an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Dr. Yalvac specializes in ozone therapy for fibromyalgia and sports injuries. He completed his residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats chronic conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatic pain, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Provides rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and nerve compression.
• Uses techniques such as dry needling, kinesiotaping, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 500,000 patients every year.

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati brings over 41 years of neurology expertise, trained at Istanbul University and specialized in behavioral neurology in the US.

• Specializes in dementia, epilepsy, and headaches
• Worked at top hospitals including Florence Nightingale and Acıbadem
• Member of the team at Florence Nightingale Hospital since 2013

Associate Professor Suber Dikici brings over 25 years of neurology expertise, specializing in peripheral paralysis at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained in neurology at Dicle University
• Member of Turkish Neurology and Sleep Medicine Associations
• Completed specialized DBS Application Training in Dubai
• Recipient of Düzce University's Publication Success Incentive Award

Specializes in neurological disorders including Peripheral paralysis at Medicalpoint International Hospital. Combines clinical expertise with advanced treatment methods.

• Trained at SBÜ Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in Deep Brain Stimulation and Botulinum Toxin applications
• Member of multiple prestigious societies including the European Academy of Neurology
• Currently practices at İzmir Ekonomi University Medical Point Hospital

Dr. Tulin Coskun is a neurologist at Kolan Hospital Group in Istanbul. She treats brain and nerve conditions, including epilepsy, sleep disorders, and chronic headaches. She also manages cerebrovascular diseases and movement disorders.

Dr. Coskun works at Kolan Hospital Group, which treats over 1,000,000 patients annually. The facility holds JCI accreditation for healthcare safety and quality. The hospital network includes over 450 doctors and 1,200 beds. Dr. Coskun is a member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Zengin treats stroke-related paralysis and other neurological conditions at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Graduated from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in advanced treatments for Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis
• Member of the American Academy of Neurology
• Also treats Alzheimer’s, migraines, and other neurological disorders
• Credentialed by the European Academy of Neurology

Specializing in complex movement disorders and paralysis, Dr. Samadzade brings advanced neurology expertise from multiple prestigious institutions.

• Training at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital – one of Turkey's leading neurology centers
• Expert in botulinum toxin injections and IVIG therapy for paralysis
• Member of European Academy of Neurology and Movement Disorder Society
• Treats both common and rare neuromuscular conditions

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. Bozluolcay specializes in brain vascular diseases and stroke at Biruni University Hospital, with a focus on paralyses.

• Over 40 years of experience in neurology
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in dementia and behavioral changes
• Fluent in English and French

Dr. Suna Sarikaya is a neurologist in Antalya, Turkey. She combines neurological treatments with regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy. Her private practice holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate, which confirms the clinic meets national standards for treating patients from abroad.

• Performs stem cell therapy for Parkinson's disease and neurodegenerative conditions.
• Treats chronic pain and headaches using medication and traditional techniques.
• Manages neurological disorders including multiple sclerosis and epilepsy.
• Conducts online consultations for remote diagnostic reviews.

Board-certified child neurologist trained in pediatric care — Siar Dursun specializes in treating young patients at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in child health and diseases at Adnan Menderes University
• Extensive experience in pediatric neurology since 2014
• Worked at leading hospitals including Kartal Education and Research Hospital
• Current practice focuses on neurological conditions in children