Epilepsy Doctors Worldwide

Professor Dilek Necioglu Orken brings 36 years of neurology experience to Memorial Şişli Hospital. She has performed over 1,100 neurological procedures throughout her career.

• Former Head of Neurology Department – trained other neurologists in the field
• Faculty member at Istanbul Science University and Demiroğlu Science University
• Specializes in comprehensive neurological care including epilepsy management
• Nearly four decades treating complex neurological conditions

Dr. Nuran Burcu Arkali specializes in EEG and EMG diagnostics – key tools for epilepsy management at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed electro-physiology master's program at Istanbul University
• Trained in Botulinum toxin applications for neurological conditions
• Expertise in sleep disorders often associated with epilepsy
• Participated in establishing neurology clinics and intensive care units

Dr. Selvinaz Edizer is a pediatric neurology specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on neurological conditions in children and infants. She has held specialized roles at several major Turkish medical institutions. Dr. Edizer works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for international patient safety standards.

• Specializes in pediatric neurology and neurosurgery.
• Served at Bezmialem Foundation University as a pediatric neurology specialist.
• Completed specialized service at Istanbul Bağcılar Education and Research Hospital.
• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a center known for its eco-friendly recovery design.

With 24 years of neurology experience and specialized training in electrophysiology at İstanbul University, Dr. Tokmak brings deep expertise to epilepsy care.

• Performed extensive studies on EEG – critical for epilepsy diagnosis and monitoring
• Holds a Master's Degree in Electrophysiology – rare specialization in Turkey
• Works at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital – one of Turkey's major neurology centers
• Published research on EMG, EEG, and other neurodiagnostic techniques

Dr. Sinan Comu brings American epilepsy treatment protocols to Turkey after training in the USA. He sees patients at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience in neurology
• Treats epilepsy in children, adolescents, and adults
• Specializes in pediatric neurology – including complex cases
• Holds memberships in the Turkish Neurological Society
• Also a member of the U.S.-based Child Neurology Society

The doctor is a highly experienced Neurology Specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over 15 years in major medical institutions across Türkiye. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has provided expert neurological care at several prominent healthcare facilities, including Memorial Sisli Hospital and the Private Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital.

The doctor's professional journey includes significant clinical service at Sakarya Yenikent State Hospital and Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital. With a consistent focus on neurology, the doctor has developed deep expertise in diagnosing and managing complex neurological conditions, maintaining a commitment to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence.

Dr. Naci Karaagac is a neurology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He has maintained a clinical presence at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty since 1982. Dr. Karaagac treats patients at one of Turkey’s most established private medical centers. He works within a JCI-accredited facility that holds world-class safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, the first JCI-accredited center in Turkey.
• Served as a neurology specialist at the American Hospital and German Hospital.
• Completed medical service as a specialist at Maslak Military Hospital.
• Treats a variety of neurological conditions within a multidisciplinary hospital setting.

Dr. Hatice Hale Tuzun is a neurologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. She focuses on diagnosing and treating various neurological disorders. Dr. Tuzun previously served as a specialist at the prestigious American Hospital in Turkey. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high patient safety standards.

• Practices at Memorial Bahçelievler, a medical center with ISO quality certification.
• Served as a neurology specialist at Ethica FIG Hospital for over a decade.
• Treats patients in a facility recognized for advanced brain surgery and neurology.
• Provides consultations at one of Istanbul's most modern multidisciplinary hospitals.

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.

1,100+ treatments performed – Dr. Topcular specializes in neurology with a focus on complex cases at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 20 years of experience in neurology
• Trained at University of Basel's Neurology Clinic
• Expert in neuropsychological assessment and molecular neuroimaging
• Works at multiple Florence Nightingale Hospital locations

Univ. Prof. Dr. Fritz Leutmezer is a distinguished neurologist with decades of expertise in epilepsy and multiple sclerosis, practicing at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Specializes in complex neurological conditions including epilepsy and migraines
• Associate Professor at the Medical University of Vienna
• Principal investigator in international clinical trials on multiple sclerosis
• Trained at Vienna General Hospital (AKH), a leading neurology center
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals

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.

Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu is a neurosurgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in brain tumors, spinal surgery, and pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Guclu serves as a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Published 22 international research papers on complex neurosurgical topics.
• Completed a three-month spine surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.
• Specializes in endoscopic operations of the lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine.
• Trained in cerebral aneurysm surgery and live surgery simulation at Arkansas Neuroscience Institute.

Professor Dihne combines 22 years of neurology expertise with specialized epilepsy treatment at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

• Expert in nervous system regeneration and stem cell research
• Awarded for outstanding clinical stem cell research
• Previously headed the Department of Neurology for 22 years
• Author of numerous publications in leading medical journals
• Member of the German Society of Physicians

900+ epilepsy treatments performed – Dr. Firas Fahum evaluates cases and prepares customized treatment plans at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• 31 years of experience in neurology
• 4.5-star patient rating on the platform
• Specializes in comprehensive epilepsy evaluations

Directs the Pediatric Neurology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center – one of Israel's top hospitals – with over 47 years of clinical experience.

• Specializes in pediatric neurogenetic disorders including epilepsy
• Current leader of the pediatric neurology department
• Member of the Israeli Epilepsy Society and International Child Neurology Association
• Trains future neurologists as a professor at Tel Aviv University
• Treats complex developmental and metabolic conditions in children

Prof. Ebru Altindag specializes in epilepsy diagnosis and neurophysiology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• PhD thesis on juvenile myoclonic epilepsy – deeply researched the condition
• Over 1,100 epilepsy-related procedures performed in 28 years of practice
• Multiple award-winning research on seizure semiology and EEG findings
• Clinical Neurophysiology subspecialist with expertise in advanced diagnostic techniques
• Active member of Turkish Association for Combating Epilepsy

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati has over 41 years of experience in neurology, with a strong focus on epilepsy treatment at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in neurology at Istanbul University with additional training at Hacettepe University
• Worked abroad in the United States, focusing on neurology research
• Currently practices at Florence Nightingale Hospital, a leading neurological center
• Expert in both adult and pediatric epilepsy cases