Epilepsy Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Shao Ming revolutionized epilepsy surgery in China with pioneering techniques like propofol for the Wada test and high-frequency oscillations to localize epileptic foci.

• Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard and Dartmouth
• Authored over 50 scientific papers, featured in The Journal of Neuroscience
• Chairman of multiple neurophysiology committees in China
• Specializes in preoperative assessment and surgical monitoring for resistant epilepsy
• Recipient of multiple prestigious research grants in the US and China

Assoc. Prof. Buse Cagla Ari specializes in epilepsy at Medipol University's Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER), combining clinical expertise with academic research.

• Neurology residency at Erenkoy Mental Health and Nervous Disorders Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Neurological Society and International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
• Published multiple research papers on neurological disorders including epilepsy
• Special interest in EEG and polysomnography for epilepsy diagnosis

Dr. Kipervasser is affiliated with the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University – a leading medical institution.

• Neurologist with expertise in epilepsy treatment
• Associated with Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
• Academic background enhances evidence-based practice

Professor Itzhak Fried is a globally renowned neurosurgeon and neuroscientist specializing in advanced epilepsy surgery.

• Graduated and trained at top US institutions Stanford and Yale Universities
• Specializes in surgical epilepsy treatment for both children and adults
• Pioneers new methods to study seizures and recover speech and memory
• Teaches at UCLA and sees patients at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

53 years at Sourasky Medical Center, Dr. Neufeld leads the EEG Institute and specializes in epilepsy treatment.

• Trained in EEG and EMG at the Mayo Clinic
• Head of the EEG Institute at Sourasky Medical Center
• Member of the International League for the Prevention of Epilepsy
• Residency in Neurology at Beilinson and Tel Aviv Medical Centers

Dr. Ulviyya Guliyeva is a neurologist. She treats headaches, dizziness and vertigo, sleep disorders, cognitive and behavioral disorders, epilepsy, neuritis and neuralgia, and movement disorders such as tics, dystonia, and chorea.

Credentials and training: She earned her M.D. at Azerbaijan Medical University (2001–2007). She completed an internship at the Children’s Neurology Hospital (2007–2008). She holds a Ph.D. from David Tvildiani Medical University (2020). In 2024, she completed a clinical internship at Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. She also completed the Responsible Conduct of Research course at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2024).

1,100+ regenerative medicine treatments performed – Dr. Romero specializes in innovative therapies for chronic conditions at Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine.

• 23 years of experience in regenerative and integrative medicine
• Clinical researcher in mesenchymal stem cell protocols for autoimmune diseases
• Master's degree in Regenerative Medicine from Universidad Católica de Murcia
• Founder of biotechnological institute Bioplenum S.A. de C.V.
• Collaborated on clinical protocols in Lyon with Dr. Lourdes Sagnard

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

Head of the Advanced Neurosciences Unit at Quirónsalud – Dr. Torres San Narciso leads a specialized team focused on epilepsy and complex neurological conditions.

• Head of Neurology Service at Hospital Universitario de Torrevieja
• Specialized training in epilepsy and movement disorders
• Member of the Spanish Society of Neurology
• Active in epilepsy research and conferences

Dr. Zheng Wei Hong is the Director of Neurology and a discipline leader at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is a professor and master's supervisor at Xiamen University. Dr. Zheng focuses on cerebral infarction, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease treatment. He also manages complex neuroimmunological and neuromuscular disorders like myasthenia gravis.

• Served as Director of Neurology at Xiamen University Affiliated Zhongshan Hospital.
• Committee member of the Chinese Medical Association’s Neuroimmunology Group.
• Sits on the Standing Committee for Stroke Screening and Prevention for the Ministry of Health.
• Standing Director of the Fujian Anti-Epilepsy Association.

Dr. Antonio Gil-nagel Rein directs the Epilepsy Unit at Ruber International Hospital in Madrid. He is a pioneer in the genetic diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex epilepsy. Dr. Gil-nagel Rein previously taught at the University of Minnesota and Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center. He treats refractory cases using interstitial laser treatment and Gamma Knife.

• Founder of the European Epilepsy Research Network and the European Association for Epilepsy Monitoring.
• Authored over 160 Scopus-indexed articles with more than 5,200 citations in neurology journals.
• Specializes in orphan conditions including Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Ruber International, ranked among the top hospitals in Spain.

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Associate Professor of Neurology with over 25 years of experience, currently at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in neurology with a focus on epilepsy and sleep disorders
• Trained in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) application in Dubai
• Member of Turkish Neurology and Sleep Medicine Associations
• Recipient of the Publication Success Incentive Award from Düzce University

Dr. halil Gulluoglu specializes in epilepsy treatment among various neurological disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology
• Member of the Turkish Neurology Association
• Provides advanced treatments including migraine botox and IVIG therapy

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Sahbaz brings 16 years of neurology expertise to Epilepsy treatment 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. 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. Samadzade specializes in epilepsy and movement disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with advanced training from top institutions.

• Completed neurology residency at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Expert in Botulinum Toxin Injections for movement disorders
• Treats a wide range of neurological conditions

Dr. Zengin treats epilepsy alongside other neurological conditions at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with a broad approach to neurological care.

• Graduated from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Neurology Association and European Academy of Neurology
• Specializes in multiple neurological treatments including epilepsy
• Experienced in various state hospitals across Turkey

Professor Byung-in Lee is a neurologist and epilepsy specialist. He directs the Lee Byung-in Epilepsy Center at Myongji Hospital. He earned his MD at Yonsei University. He studied neuroscience at Indiana University. He completed a neurology residency at the University of Minnesota. He finished a Clinical Neurophysiology fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.

He previously directed the Epilepsy Center at Inje Haeundae Paik Hospital. He also led the Neurology Center at Severance Hospital. He is Honorary President of the Korean Epilepsy Society. He is President of the Korean Neurological Association. His awards include the 2018 Distinguished Service Award from the Korean Epilepsy Society and the 2014 Songpa Medical Award. His research focuses on epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology. He has published many papers, including in Acta Neurologica Scandinavica (2020), Journal of Neurology (2020), and BMC Neurology (2019). He contributed to Clinical Epileptology and wrote chapters on epilepsy and antiepileptic drugs.

Prof. Dr. Hakan Levent Gül is a neurologist. He graduated from the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1998. He completed his neurology residency at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. He later became an associate professor and then a professor. He also holds a second undergraduate degree in Healthcare Management.

He has worked as a neurologist and senior attending physician in public and private institutions. His expertise includes headache and dizziness, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, movement disorders, stroke, and sleep disorders. He provides neurological care at Moodist Hospital.