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Best West syndrome doctors: TOP 45 doctors

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Baris Metin

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Dr. Baris Metin specializes in epilepsy with 7+ years of experience, including work in Turkey and Belgium. His research in functional neuroimaging and EEG enhances his approach to West syndrome.

    • Specializes in epilepsy and functional neuroimaging
    • Published numerous research papers in international journals
    • Experienced in both clinical and research settings
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$20,000 - $26,000
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Antonio Russi

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 54 years of experience
  • 1500+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Prof. Antonio Russi is recognized as Spain's top epileptologist, helping over 2,000 patients become seizure-free through precise medication therapy.

    • 52+ years specializing in severe and rare epilepsy cases
    • Performed 1,100+ procedures and 900+ diagnostic tests for epilepsy
    • Heads the Epilepsy Unit at Teknon Hospital and founded the Epilepsy Russi Institute
    • Featured in Forbes' Top 100 Spanish Doctors list
    • Provides remote consultations for international patients
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$52,595.13 - $54,932.69
Stereotaxic surgeries
$29,219.52 - $75,970.75
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Javier Herrero Jover

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • 10000+ treatments performed
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Javier Herrero Jover is a pioneer in plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery with 30+ years of experience, specializing in advanced 3D surgical planning.

    • Founder of Alma IT Systems for virtual surgical planning
    • Leads the Herrero Jover Médicos Unit at Centro Médico Teknon
    • Author of 150+ publications and speaker at 350+ international congresses
    • Former President of CARS (Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery)
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$52,595.13 - $54,932.69
Stereotaxic surgeries
$29,219.52 - $75,970.75
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Bartolome Oliver

  • 4.7 Excellent 435 reviews
  • 50 years of experience
  • 280+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • 40+ years' experience in functional neurosurgery, treating complex epilepsy conditions like West syndrome. A pioneer in minimally invasive robotic and endoscopic brain surgery.

    • Specializes in surgical approaches for epilepsy and functional neurosurgery
    • Co-founded the Foundation for Functional Neurosurgery in 1995
    • Co-director of the Neuroinstitut Oliver-Ayats at Centro Médico Teknon
    • Performs over 200 complex brain and spine surgeries annually
    • President of the European Skull Base Society and a top international lecturer
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$52,595.13 - $54,932.69
Stereotaxic surgeries
$29,219.52 - $75,970.75
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Yaşar Kütükçü

  • 4.6 Excellent 508 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Kütükçü's expertise includes Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and he trained in neurology at the prestigious University of California, San Francisco.

    • Specializes in neurophysiology and movement disorders
    • Conducts active research and scientific work in neurology
    • Member of leading associations like the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
    • Professor with an academic background from Gülhane Military Medical Academy
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Stereotaxic surgeries
$8,500 - $14,000
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Sinan Comu

  • 4.7 Excellent 345 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Comu specializes in pediatric neurology with over 20 years of experience, trained in the USA at Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital and the University of Pittsburgh.

    • Expert in treating epilepsy and developmental delays in infants and children
    • Follows American treatment approaches for neurological conditions
    • Member of The Turkish Neurological Society and The Child Neurology Society
    • Provides treatment for neurological conditions during pregnancy
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$22,000 - $30,000
Stereotaxic surgeries
$12,000 - $12,000
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20 top ranked West syndrome doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Sultan Tarlaci

  • 4.4 Good 55 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Sultan Tarlaci is an eminent neurologist with over 25 years of experience, specializing in epilepsy and other neurological disorders.

    • Expertise in treating West syndrome and other epilepsy types
    • Authored multiple books and chapters on neurological diseases
    • Received several awards for contributions to neurosciences
    • Published in international peer-reviewed journals
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Vagus nerve stimulation
$20,000 - $26,000
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Ebru Erbayat Altay

  • 4.6 Excellent 472 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • 25 years of neurology expertise – Dr. Altay trained at the University of Washington and Barnes-Jewish Center for Comprehensive Epilepsy.

    • Specializes in epilepsy and related neurological disorders
    • Educated at top US institutions for epilepsy care
    • Extensive experience in diagnosing and treating complex cases
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Price on request
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Uta Meyding-Lamade

  • 4.5 Good 52 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Germany, Frankfurt am Main, Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
  • Prof. Meyding-Lamade heads the Neurology Department at Nordwest Clinic and advises on stroke treatment at the Robert Koch Institute.

    • Specializes in stroke, multiple sclerosis, and neurological disorders
    • Graduated from Heidelberg University with postgraduate training in London and Memphis
    • Head of Viral Encephalitis German Neurology Society
    • Recipient of the Braun Foundation prize for innovative treatment methods
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Roberto Martínez Álvarez

  • New
  • 42 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Hospital Ruber Internacional
  • Head of Functional Neurosurgery at Ruber International Hospital – Dr. Martínez Álvarez specializes in cutting-edge treatments for West syndrome.

    • 180 publications in medical journals, including 60 in high-impact journals
    • Member of International Society of Stereotactic Radiosurgery's Executive Council
    • Honorary Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid
    • Performed 230+ scientific conference presentations worldwide
    • Trained at top international centers including La Timone and Karolinska Hospitals
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Fatma Gulhan Sahbaz

  • New
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • Specializing in epilepsy treatment at Medicalpoint International Hospital, Dr. Sahbaz brings focused expertise to complex cases.

    • Trained in neurology at Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
    • Member of the Turkish Neurology Society and Turkish Clinical Neurophysiology EEG-EMG Society
    • Skilled in advanced treatments including deep brain stimulation and IVIG therapy
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Mustafa Sezer

  • New
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Izmit, Private Yüzyıl Hospital
  • Dr. Sezer brings over 25 years of neurosurgical experience, specializing in brain and nervous system disorders at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

    • Board-certified in neurosurgery with extensive training at Ankara Numune Hospital
    • Specializes in complex neurological conditions, including West syndrome
    • Fluent in English for international patient consultations
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Mehmet Tonge

  • 4.6 Excellent 472 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Tonge is a Brain and Nerve Surgery specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, a major center for neurological care.

    • Focuses exclusively on neurosurgical treatments
    • Works at a major university hospital complex
    • Part of a multidisciplinary neurological team
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Bariş Ekici

  • 4.6 Excellent 472 reviews
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Bariş Ekici specializes in child neurology with a focus on West syndrome – he's authored studies on infantile spasms and dietary therapies for childhood epilepsy.

    • Associate Professor since 2013 with pediatric neurology expertise
    • Published research on epilepsy in children with periventricular leukomalacia
    • Author of five books on autism spectrum disorders
    • Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
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Jesus Romero Imbroda

  • 4.4 Good 5 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Spain, Marbella, Quirónsalud Marbella
  • Dr. Romero Imbroda is a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology and heads neurology units at Quirónsalud Malaga and Marbella Hospitals.

    • President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology since 2020
    • Specializes in complex neurological conditions, including epilepsy and pediatric neurology
    • Author of multiple scientific publications on neurology treatments
    • Uses advanced diagnostic tools like MRI and electroencephalogram
    • Lecturer at the University of Granada with a focus on neurology
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Alia Ramírez Camacho

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
  • Dr. Ramírez Camacho specializes in pediatric epilepsy at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital, focusing on West syndrome.

    • Staff physician in the Epilepsy Group, Department of Child Neurology
    • Clinical Research Assistant in epilepsy and neurofunctional research
    • Works at one of Europe's leading children's hospitals
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Alexis Arzimanoglou

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
  • 30 years specializing in childhood epilepsy – Dr. Arzimanoglou coordinates the Epilepsy Program at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital.

    • Heads the Epilepsy, Sleep Disorders and Pediatric Neurophysiology Unit at University Hospital of Lyon
    • Ambassador For Epilepsy Award laureate from the International League Against Epilepsy
    • Author of 124 scientific articles and 10 books on childhood epilepsy
    • President of the Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Expert Committee
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Shon, Young Min

  • 4.5 Good 22 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Samsung Medical Center
  • Dr. Shon, Young Min is a trusted neurologist specializing in West syndrome at Samsung Medical Center.

    • Expertise in pediatric neurology and epilepsy disorders
    • Provides comprehensive care for complex neurological conditions
    • Works at one of South Korea's leading medical centers
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Somjet Tosamran

  • New
  • 7 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PYONG Rehabilitation Group
  • Fellowship-trained in epilepsy at one of Thailand's top hospitals – Dr. Tosamran brings specialized knowledge to West syndrome cases.

    • Currently training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
    • Board-certified neurologist with master's in internal medicine
    • Graduated with honors from Chulalongkorn University
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Tara Rak-areekul

  • New
  • 8 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PYONG Rehabilitation Group
  • Dr. Rak-areekul specializes in neurology, with a focus on cognitive disorders and West syndrome, backed by rigorous training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

    • Fellowship-trained in cognitive neurology and neurocognitive disorders
    • Honored as Chief of Academic for Neurology Residents
    • Achieved 1st place in the Epilepsy Quiz Tournament
    • Active researcher in neurology with multiple conference presentations
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Bookimed Insights: Top Doctors for West syndrome Treatment

Bookimed has coordinated 434 patient requests for West syndrome treatment, working with 45 specialists worldwide. The doctors in this table consistently stand out for their credentials and expertise in addressing specific patient needs. All information comes from actual patient cases and treatment offers created by our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
26 years of experienceEpilepsy and EEG diagnosticsCombines clinical neurology with functional neuroimaging research – enhancing diagnostic precision for West syndrome. Published in international journals.
Turkey
Price on request
54 years of experienceMedication-resistant epilepsyPioneer in non-surgical epilepsy treatment with 70% success rate in drug therapy. Heads multiple epilepsy research centers and develops innovative antiepileptic medications.
Spain
from $600
46 years of experienceAdvanced 3D surgical planningGlobal pioneer in virtual surgical planning with 3D simulation. Founder of Alma IT Systems and former President of CARS. Author of 150+ publications.
Spain
from $250
50 years of experienceSurgical management of West syndromePioneer in minimally invasive brain surgery, co-founded a dedicated functional neurosurgery foundation. President of the European Skull Base Society with extensive international training.
Spain
from $350
2026 years of experienceComplex pediatric epilepsyExpertise includes Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for complex cases. Trained in neurology at UC San Francisco. Active researcher and professor.
Turkey
Price on request
30 years of experiencePediatric epilepsySpecializes in pediatric neurology with USA training. Expert in epilepsy treatment for infants and children. Member of key neurology societies.
Turkey
Price on request
26 years of experienceWest syndrome & epilepsySpecializes in epilepsy with extensive research and publications. Award-winning neurologist with 25+ years of experience treating complex cases.
Turkey
Price on request
29 years of experienceComplex epilepsy casesTrained at prestigious US epilepsy centers – brings advanced diagnostic and treatment approaches to complex cases. Specializes exclusively in epilepsy care.
Turkey
Price on request
35 years of experienceNeurological disordersLeads Neurology Department at Nordwest Clinic and advises on stroke treatment at Robert Koch Institute. Head of Viral Encephalitis German Neurology Society.
Germany
from $375
42 years of experienceComplex West syndrome casesExpert in functional neurosurgery for pediatric epilepsy. Holds leadership roles in international neurosurgery societies and contributes to advancing treatment protocols through research.
Spain
Price on request