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Specializes in migraine treatment with Botox – a leading approach for chronic pain relief. Dr. Özkardes offers advanced neurophysiology diagnostics.

• Over 39 years of experience of experience in neurology
• Expert in EMG, EEG, and evoked responses
• Former Assistant Professor at GATA Neurology
• Published research on central nervous system changes

900+ treatments performed with mesenchymal stem cells – Dr. Romero specializes in regenerative medicine for autoimmune diseases at Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine.

• 23 years of experience of clinical experience in regenerative medicine
• Master's Degree in Regenerative Medicine from Universidad Catolica de Murcia
• Founder of Bioplenum S.A de C.V biotechnological institute
• Clinical researcher in protocols for ALS, lupus, and other degenerative diseases

Leader in integrative Chinese and Western neurology – Dr. Fan combines traditional and modern approaches for complex neurological conditions at Yanda International Hospital.

• Heads the Integrative Chinese and Western Medicine Group at National Clinical Center
• Published 180+ scientific articles and 8 books on neurological disorders
• Winner of Beijing Science and Technology Prize for medical research
• Specializes in demyelinating diseases like multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica
• National Outstanding Clinical Talent of Chinese Medicine

Since 1998 he has been Director of the Epilepsy Unit at the Ruber International Hospital in Madrid, a pioneering centre for the diagnosis, medical and surgical treatment of epilepsy in children and adults.

More than 150 neurologists and neurophysiologists from Spain and Latin America have been trained here, and several of its students have successfully opened epilepsy centres in other public and private hospitals, both in Spain and abroad.

The program he directs has become a pioneer in Spain in the field of genetic diagnosis of complex epilepsies and advanced treatments such as drug repositioning, interstitial laser treatment, deep electrodes and gamma radiosurgery, which are used in patients with refractory epilepsy.

Dr. Antonio Gil-Nagel is a professor at the IE University, is an Ad Honorem Professor at the Center for Biomedical Technology of the Polytechnic University of Madrid (CTB) and is Director of the Epilepsy Department at the Francisco Vitoria University of Madrid.

He was a founding member of the European Epilepsy Research Network and the European Association for Epilepsy Monitoring. He is also active in international research projects such as EpiCare and the European Epilepsy Brain Bank and has held relevant positions in international institutions such as the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE), the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), the European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS) and the World Federation of Neurology (WFN).

Dr. Gil-Nagel has directed numerous clinical trials and research studies in the field of epilepsy, especially in orphan epilepsies such as Dravet syndrome, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and other epileptic and developmental encephalopathies. The Epilepsy Program he directs is an international benchmark in the development of pharmacological research. He has been the Principal Investigator of phase II and III clinical trials, including numerous clinical trials and non-pharmacological treatments (epilepsy surgery, electrical stimulation, ketogenic diet and gamma knife). His research is funded by European Union funds and the Public Innovation Agency of the Ministry of Science and Innovation of the Spanish Government. Their dedication to research and the development of new treatments allows them to accelerate the treatment of their patients with new treatments.

In addition to being a frequent speaker at national and international conferences, he has authored several books on epilepsy and electroencephalography and has numerous publications on epilepsy in journals such as Annals of Neurology, Brain, Epilepsy, European Journal of Neurology, Journal of Neurology, Nature Neurology, Neurology, and the New England Journal of Medicine, among others. He has authored 165 Scopus-indexed articles with 5,265 citations and an h-index of 35.

In 2021, his team received the Innovative Small and Medium Enterprise Award for the project on mesial temporal lobe epilepsy and encephalocele (Ministry of Science and Innovation, Spain), and in 2012, the Scientific Award from the Epilepsy Group of the Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN).

Education

• 1985 – Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery , Complutense University of Madrid.
• 1986-1989 – Specialization in Neurology , Hospital 12 de Octubre, Madrid.
• 1991–1993 – Epilepsy Specialist , Comprehensive Epilepsy Program, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA.
• 1997 – Certification of the American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology .

Professional experience

• 1993–1995 – Associate Professor, Epilepsy Program, Department of Neurology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA.
• 1995–1998 – Associate Professor, Epilepsy Program, Department of Neurological Sciences, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, USA.
• Since 1998 – Director of the Epilepsy Program , Neurology Service, Ruber International Hospital, Madrid.
• 2014 – Defense of the dissertation on the topic: "Clinical and neurophysiological studies in the pre-surgical evaluation of epilepsy" , Complutense University of Madrid.
• 2022 – Deputy Head of the Neurology Service , Ruber Internacional International Hospital, Madrid.

Membership in professional societies

• Since 1991 – Member of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN).
• Since 1991 – Member of the American Epilepsy Society (AES).
• Since 1996 – Member of the American Society of Clinical Neurophysiology .
• Since 1988 – Member of the Spanish Society of Neurology .
• Since 2006 – Representative of Spain in the World Federation of Neurology (WFN).
• Since 2006 – Member of the editorial committee and the WFN web portal .
• Since 2008 – Director of the Epilepsy Group of the European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS).
• Since 2009 – Member of the EFNS Educational Courses Committee.
• 2007–2009 – Member of the EFNS Scientific Committee .
• 2007–2008 – Vice-President of the Scientific Committee of the 12th EFNS Congress , Madrid.
• 2004–2007 – Delegate of Spain to the EFNS .
• 2009 – Member of the Scientific Committee of the World Congress of Neurologists , Marrakech.

Outstanding Achievements

Dr. Hill-Nagel is a leading international figure in the field of epileptology, a recognized expert in the diagnosis and treatment of genetic epilepsy and the surgical approach to its correction. His distinguished professional career includes many years of experience in leading medical institutions in the United States and Europe, as well as active participation in international research and educational programs.

Dr. Hill-Nagel not only advances the science of neurology on a global level, but also successfully implements cutting-edge treatment methods, improving the lives of thousands of patients around the world.

Head of the Advanced Neurosciences Unit at Quirónsalud – Dr. Torres specializes in complex neurological conditions with a focus on epilepsy and movement disorders.

• Leads multidisciplinary neurology teams for patient-centered care
• Postgraduate specialization in Movement Disorders and Clinical Research
• Member of Spanish and Valencian Societies of Neurology
• Published research on rare neurological conditions

Associate Professor of Neurology with 25 years of experience of experience, specializing in epilepsy, Parkinson's, and sleep disorders at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in Dubai
• Member of Turkish Neurology and Sleep Medicine Associations
• Recipient of Düzce University's Publication Success Incentive Award
• Specializes in complex neurological conditions with a focus on patient care

Associate Professor of Neurology specializing in movement disorders and headache management – Dr. Ары combines clinical expertise with academic roles at Medipol Acibadem.

• Expert in botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders
• Member of International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Specializes in EEG and polysomnography for accurate diagnosis
• Trained at Erenköy Mental Health and Neurology Research Hospital

Specializes in epilepsy treatment with advanced options like migraine Botox and IVIG therapy at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology
• 21 years of experience of experience in neurology
• Expertise in vascular diseases and movement disorders
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Association

Principal investigator in 100+ clinical trials – Dr. Arroyo leads groundbreaking neurology research at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Head of Neurology at Quironsalud University Hospital since 2006
• Published 139 international articles in top journals like New England Journal of Medicine
• Professor of Medicine at European University of Madrid
• Specializes in complex neurological conditions and innovative treatments

Assoc. Prof. Yilmaz trained in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) at London's UCL Queen Square Institute – a world leader in neuromodulation for movement disorders.

• Leads Medipol University's Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Unit
• Published 80+ clinical reports and 30 research studies on movement disorders
• Coordinated 5 Tubitak research projects in Parkinson's therapies
• 26 years of experience specializing in Parkinson's and related conditions

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Sahbaz brings 16 years of experience of neurology expertise to complex cases at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation for movement disorders
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Former head of Neurology Clinic at Afyonkarahisar State Hospital
• Trained at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Hospital – Istanbul's leading neurology center

Dr. Gulnar Ibrahimova specializes in Parkinson's and movement disorders at Medipol University's dedicated PARMER center, enhancing patients' quality of life.

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

Dr. Romero Imbroda, a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology, leads specialized Neurology Units at Quirónsalud Malaga and Marbella Hospitals with advanced diagnostic technology.

• President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology – shaping regional neurology standards
• Author of multiple scientific publications on treatments for multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's
• Lecturer at the University of Granada – integrates latest research into patient care
• Specializes in complex neurological conditions like epilepsy and movement disorders

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in complex neurosurgical cases with advanced training in functional and spinal neurosurgery at Atlas University Hospital.

• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on spinal and brain conditions
• Trained in functional neurosurgery at European courses
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for chronic pain
• Experienced in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery

Prof. Uta Meyding-Lamade leads the German Neurology Society's Viral Encephalitis board and directs the Neurology Department at Nordwest Clinic.

• Over 35 years of experience of experience in neurology since graduating from Heidelberg University
• Completed postgraduate training at University College London and University of Memphis
• Regional stroke treatment adviser for the Robert Koch Institute
• Recipient of the Braun Foundation prize for innovative treatments

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Dr. Oriol Franch is Head of Neurology at Hospital Ruber Internacional. He also leads the Neurology Service at Hospital La Luz (Madrid). He is a senior neurologist focused on complex diagnostic cases and second opinions. His specialties include neuro-ophthalmology, movement disorders (including Parkinson’s), neuromuscular diseases, and rare neurogenetic conditions.

He is a member of the Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN), the American Academy of Neurology (AAN), and the European Neurological Society (ENS). He has authored peer-reviewed articles on neuromuscular, neurodegenerative, genetic, toxic, and movement disorders. His work has been published in Acta Neuropathologica, Journal of Neurology, Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, and Parkinsonism & Related Disorders.

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