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Best West syndrome Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 19

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Baris Metin

  • 4.0 Good 4 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Baris Metin specializes in epilepsy with 26 years of experience 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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Yasar Kutukcu

  • 34 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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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Sinan Comu

  • 30 years of experience
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  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Comu specializes in pediatric neurology with over 30 years of experience 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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Baris Topcular

  • 20 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Topcular specializes in neurology with a focus on West syndrome, bringing extensive experience from prestigious institutions in Turkey and Switzerland.

    • Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
    • Completed specialist education in Neurology at Istanbul Medical Faculty
    • Worked at the University of Basel's Neurology Clinic and PharmaZentrum Research Center
    • Currently practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Yasef Özsarfati

  • 41 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati specializes in epilepsy treatment at Florence Nightingale Hospital, with decades of experience in neurology.

    • Over 41 years of experience of neurology practice
    • Specializes in epilepsy and related neurological disorders
    • Trained in behavioral neurology in the United States
    • Associate Professor with extensive academic background
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Sultan Tarlaci

  • 26 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Sultan Tarlaci is an eminent neurologist with over 26 years of experience 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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Burcu Polat

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  • 26 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has over 25 years of clinical and academic experience in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He specializes in hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery.

    He was born in Istanbul in 1971. He completed his elementary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul. In 1988, he was admitted to Istanbul University’s Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, where he began his medical education, and graduated with a medical degree in 1994.

    Between 1994 and 1996, he fulfilled his mandatory service as a general practitioner in Artvin. In 1996, he passed the Medical Specialization Exam (TUS) and began his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology. In 2001, he completed his residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital and earned the title of Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

    Following his residency, he completed his mandatory service at Van State Hospital and subsequently worked at Beykoz State Hospital. He later worked as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, where he had the opportunity to work with many experienced surgeons in his field.

    As part of his professional development, he served as an observer physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, USA. He later worked at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and was appointed Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology in 2018.

    He retired in 2023 and began working at Florence Nightingale Ataşehir Hospital that same year. In 2024, he was appointed as a professor at Demiroğlu Science University after being promoted to the rank of professor.

    After a brief stint at Mecidiyeköy Environmental Hospital, Prof. Dr. Murat Demiroğlu has been serving as a Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology at NPİSTANBUL Hospital since June 2026.

    He is married and an avid animal lover.

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Bariş Ekici

  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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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Nimet Dortcan

  • 36 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Nimet Dortcan specializes in neurology with deep expertise in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology, including electroencephalography and polysomnography.

    • Over 36 years of experience of experience in neurology
    • Faculty member at Haliç University Faculty of Medicine
    • Sub-specialized in clinical neurophysiology
    • Proficient in migraine botox and botulinum A toxin applications
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Abdullah Ozkardes

  • 34 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Ozkardes brings over 34 years of experience of neurology experience, specializing in complex neurological conditions at Biruni University Hospital.

    • Trained at GATA Faculty of Medicine – Turkey's leading military medical school
    • Former Chief Physician at Kütahya Air Hospital
    • Member of Turkish Medical Association and DGCA Health Board
    • Specializes in both military and civilian neurology cases
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Ece Gultekin

  • 19 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in pediatric neurology with a focus on epilepsy and resistant cases – Dr. Gultekin brings extensive training and experience to West syndrome treatment.

    • Subspecialized in Child Neurology at Medipol University
    • Member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey
    • Focuses on epilepsy, resistant epilepsy, and neurological developmental delays
    • Works at Biruni University Hospital with a multidisciplinary approach
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Ebru Erbayat Altay

  • 5.0 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 29 years of experience 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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Hatice Balaban

  • 31 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in epilepsy and movement disorders at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, with extensive experience in botulinum toxin applications for neurological conditions.

    • Over 31 years of experience of neurology practice
    • Expert in botulinum toxin therapy for dystonia and spasticity
    • Associate professor with academic background in neurology
    • Treats a wide range of neurological disorders
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Siar Dursun

  • 15 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Siar Dursun specializes in pediatric neurology at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, focusing on West syndrome and related conditions.

    • 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 at Medipol University Pendik Hospital – a leading neurological center
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Mehmet Tonge

  • 15 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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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Bookimed Insights: Top West syndrome Specialists in Turkey (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 4 requests for West syndrome treatment in Turkey, collaborating with 19 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#126 years of experienceEpilepsy and EEG diagnosticsCombines clinical neurology with functional neuroimaging research – enhancing diagnostic precision for West syndrome. Published in international journals.
Turkey
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#234 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
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#330 years of experiencePediatric epilepsySpecializes in pediatric neurology with USA training. Expert in epilepsy treatment for infants and children. Member of key neurology societies.
Turkey
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#420 years of experienceWest syndrome casesSpecializes in neurology with international training in Switzerland. Works at a leading hospital in Istanbul.
Turkey
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#541 years of experienceEpilepsy treatmentSpecializes in epilepsy with extensive academic and clinical experience. Trained in behavioral neurology in the U.S., bringing unique expertise to patient care.
Turkey
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#626 years of experienceWest syndrome & epilepsySpecializes in epilepsy with extensive research and publications. Award-winning neurologist with 25+ years of experience treating complex cases.
Turkey
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#7Infantile spasms treatmentSpecializes in West syndrome with published research on infantile spasms. Associate Professor with pediatric neurology expertise and autism research background.
Turkey
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#836 years of experienceEpilepsy diagnosticsSpecializes in epilepsy diagnostics with advanced neurophysiology training. Faculty member at Haliç University with extensive clinical experience.
Turkey
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#934 years of experienceComplex neurological casesCombines military and civilian neurology expertise – trained at Turkey's top military medical school. Former Chief Physician with DGCA Health Board membership.
Turkey
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#1019 years of experienceResistant epilepsy casesSubspecialized in Child Neurology with a focus on resistant epilepsy. Member of the Child Neurology Association of Turkey, ensuring up-to-date treatment protocols.
Turkey
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