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 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

Professor ZHENG Wei Hong is Director of the Department of Neurology and the discipline leader. He previously served as Director of Neurology at Xiamen University Affiliated Zhongshan Hospital. He is a Professor at Xiamen University and a master's supervisor.

His clinical focus includes etiological investigation, prevention, and treatment of cerebral infarction and cerebral hemorrhage. He also diagnoses and treats complex neurological diseases, including epilepsy, neuroimmunological and neuromuscular disorders (myasthenia gravis, multiple sclerosis), and Parkinson's disease.

Appointments: He serves as a committee member of the Neuroimmunology Group (Chinese Medical Association Neurology Branch), the Immunology Branch (Chinese Stroke Association), Neurorestoration (Chinese Medical Doctor Association), and Cognitive Impairment (Chinese Geriatrics Society). He is on the Standing Committee of the Expert Committee of Stroke Screening and Prevention Engineering Base Hospitals (Ministry of Health). He is a member of the Neurology Expert Group, Fujian Provincial Medical Quality Control Center for Stroke and Epilepsy. He is Standing Director of the Fujian Anti‑Epilepsy Association. He is Deputy Group Leader of the Epilepsy and Electroencephalography Group (Fujian Medical Association Neurology Branch). He is Deputy Chairperson of the 1st Committee, Neurology Physicians Branch (Fujian Medical Doctor Association). He is a Standing Committee Member (5th–7th) of the Neurology Branch (Fujian Medical Association). He is Deputy Chairperson of the Neurology Professional Committee (Xiamen Medical Association).

Associate Professor of Neurology with over 25 years of experience 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

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

• Heads the Viral Encephalitis board at Germany's premier neurological society.
• Over 35 years of experience of experience since graduating from Heidelberg University.
• Completed postgraduate neurology training at University College London.
• Appointed regional stroke treatment adviser for the Robert Koch Institute.
• Recipient of the Braun Foundation prize for innovative treatments.

Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for epilepsy, trained at UCL Queen Square Institute in London.

• 26 years of experience of neurology experience with epilepsy patients
• Authored 80+ clinical reports and 30+ research studies
• Leads Medipol University's Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Unit
• Published studies on reflex epilepsies and seizure disorders

Associate Professor of Neurology at Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital, specializing in epilepsy and movement disorders.

• Board-certified neurologist with over 15 years of experience of clinical experience
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Expert in EEG and polysomnography for accurate epilepsy diagnosis
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans for epilepsy patients

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Sahbaz brings 16 years of experience 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

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati has over 41 years of experience 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

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

Dr. Tara Rak-areekul specializes in cognitive neurology and neurocognitive disorders, with a strong focus on epilepsy. She is currently a fellow at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Honored as Chief of Academic for Neurology Residents in 2023
• Winner of the Epilepsy Quiz Tournament in 2023
• Certified in the NIH Stroke Scale and Acute Stroke Treatment
• Founder of a YouTube channel on dementia prevention and care

Dr. Shon specializes in epilepsy treatment at Samsung Medical Center, a leading neurology center.

• Neurologist with a focus on epilepsy care
• Practices at Samsung Medical Center – renowned for neurology
• Dedicated to personalized treatment plans for epilepsy patients

Dr. Fritz Leutmezer specializes in treating epilepsy and multiple sclerosis at Vienna General Hospital (AKH). He combines traditional neurology with acupuncture for certain conditions.

• President of the Austrian Multiple Sclerosis Society
• Published over 60 scientific papers in neurology
• Author of a book on multiple sclerosis
• Vice President of the Vienna Multiple Sclerosis Society

Dr. Raphaeli is a neurologist specializing in epilepsy care.

• Works at the renowned Assuta Medical Center
• Focuses on diagnosis and management of seizure disorders
• Uses evidence-based treatment protocols
• Provides patient-centered neurological care

Prof. Ben-Hur heads the Neurosciences Division at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in regenerative medicine and neuroimmunology.

• Expert in neurology with focus on multiple sclerosis and stem cell therapy
• Over 100 published papers on neurological disorders
• Member of prestigious organizations including the American Academy of Neurology
• Post-doctoral studies at Paris Pasteur Institute

Specializing in epilepsy treatment with fellowship training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital – one of Thailand's leading neurology centers.

• Neurologist certified by King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Fellowship-trained specifically in epilepsy subspecialty
• Residency in neurology at the same prestigious hospital
• First honors graduate in medicine from Chulalongkorn University

Specializing in pediatric epilepsy, Dr. Dursun brings extensive training and experience to Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Board-certified in child neurology with over 15 years of experience of experience
• Trained at Adnan Menderes University and Izmir Education and Research Hospital
• Works with children at Medipol University Pendik Hospital

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