Epilepsy Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Akin Akakin is a neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in lateral microsurgical approaches for lumbar disc surgery. He holds a Doctorate in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy from Florida University. Dr. Akakin also completed a fellowship at the same institution.

• Specializes in neurovascular surgery and complex cerebrovascular diseases.
• Treats brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and pituitary adenomas.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Works at NP Istanbul, the first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Cahide Yilmaz is a pediatric neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She is dually certified in general pediatrics and pediatric neurology. Dr. Yilmaz focuses on brain health and developmental disorders in children. She works at Turkey’s first private neuropsychiatric hospital, which holds JCI accreditation.

• Served as Associate Professor of Pediatric Neurology at Mustafa Kemal University.
• Held a faculty role as Associate Professor at Yıldırım Beyazıt University.
• Treats neurological conditions using advanced monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Provides care at Europe’s second-ranked brain hospital.

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. Bariş Ekici specializes in child neurology, with a focus on epilepsy and autism. His research includes dietary therapies for childhood epilepsy.

• Associate Professor since 2013
• Author of five books on autism
• Specialized in child neurology at Istanbul University
• Published studies on epilepsy in children with periventricular leukomalacia

29 years of experience in neurology and epilepsy – Dr. Altay trained at the University of Washington and Barnes-Jewish Center for Comprehensive Epilepsy.

• Specializes in epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Educated at top US institutions for neurology
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital

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 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.

Dr. Mustafa Kilic specializes in neuromodulation treatments for epilepsy, including Vagus Nerve Stimulation. His research and teaching at Istinye University keep him at the forefront of neurosurgical advancements.

• Specializes in Deep Brain Stimulation and Vagus Nerve Stimulation
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Trained at İstanbul Şişli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Focuses on both surgical and non-surgical treatments for neurological conditions

Specializes in child neurology with a focus on epilepsy and resistant cases. Dr. Gultekin brings extensive training and hands-on experience to every consultation.

• Subspecialized in child neurology at Medipol University
• Member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey
• Expert in treating resistant epilepsy in children
• Faculty member at Istinye University Hospital

Dr. Ozkardes combines neurology expertise with military flight medicine training, bringing unique insights to epilepsy care at Biruni University Hospital.

• 34 years of neurology experience
• Former Chief Physician at KüTahya Air Hospital
• Member of Turkish Medical Association
• DGCA Health Board member for aviation medicine cases
• Trained at GATA – Turkey's top military medical school

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

• Board-certified neurologist with over 15 years 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

Prof. Asil brings 25 years of neurology expertise, with specialized training in stroke and epilepsy at leading institutions like University of Calgary and Bezmialem.

• Former professor at Bezmialem Faculty of Medicine – trained future neurologists
• Skilled in both diagnosis and advanced treatment of complex epilepsy cases
• Added expertise in related neurological conditions like stroke and headaches

Prof. Dr. Sultan Tarlaci is an eminent neurologist with 26 years of experience, recognized for his contributions to neurosciences with several awards.

• Specializes in epilepsy and other neurological diseases
• Published in international peer-reviewed journals
• Authored and co-authored several books
• Trained at Ege University School of Medicine