Neurology Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

Ranked among Israel's top neurosurgeons by Forbes – Prof. Israel specializes in functional neurosurgery at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Director of Functional and Restorative Surgery Unit
• Expert in deep brain stimulation for epilepsy and Parkinson's
• Trained in stereotactic techniques at Oregon Health & Science University
• Published 70+ articles on advanced neurosurgical methods

Dr. Han Yeongmin is a neurosurgeon (MD, PhD). He is Medical Director and Director of the Neurosurgery Center at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital. He treats cerebrovascular disease and peripheral nerve disorders. He also specializes in brain tumors and skull base surgery. Conditions include stroke, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, and moyamoya disease. He performs PEN, PNP, and SNB. He also offers microscopic and endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, MIS-TLIF/minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned his MD and PhD from The Catholic University of Korea. He served as a visiting professor in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute (Phoenix, Arizona, USA). He also served at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington (Seattle, USA).

His publications include co-authorship of Chapter 52 of the Textbook of Korean Cerebrovascular Surgery. He also co-authored Acoustic Neuroma Oncology. He is a full member of KNS, KSCVS, KSBS, KBTS, KNTS, KSNS, and KSPNS.

Prof. Ben-Hur leads the Neurosciences Division at Hadassah Medical Center – a pioneer in stem cell therapy for neurological disorders.

• Specializes in regenerative medicine and neuroimmunology
• Published 100+ papers on neurological treatments
• Trained at the prestigious Pasteur Institute in Paris
• Member of the American Academy of Neurology
• Heads one of Israel's top neuroscience departments

Dr. Schlesinger pioneered the first drug-free method to stop Parkinson's tremors using guided imagery – a breakthrough in healthcare.

• Director of the Movement Disorders Center at Rambam Medical Center
• Specializes in severe Parkinson's cases and advanced Deep Brain Stimulation
• Trained at Hebrew University and University of Massachusetts Medical Center
• Renowned for innovative treatments beyond standard approaches

Dr. Chung specializes in neurology at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's leading hospitals.

• Experienced in diagnosing and treating various neurological disorders
• Works with advanced diagnostic tools for accurate assessments
• Part of a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care

Dr. Shon specializes in epilepsy and Parkinson's disease at Samsung Medical Center – a leading neurology institution in South Korea.

• Focuses on personalized treatment plans for epilepsy and movement disorders
• Expertise in pediatric neurology and complex Parkinson's cases
• Practices at one of South Korea's top medical centers

Professor Kwang Ho Lee specializes in neurodegenerative conditions and stem cell therapy at Samsung Medical Center.

• Expert in neurology with a focus on regenerative treatments
• Practices at Samsung Medical Center, a leader in medical innovation
• Engaged in advancing stem cell therapy for neurological conditions

Specializing in complex pediatric epilepsy, Dr. Ramírez Camacho works at one of Europe's leading children's hospitals.

• Staff physician in the Epilepsy Group, the Department of Child Neurology
• Clinical Research Assistant focusing on epilepsy and neurofunctional research
• Expertise includes West syndrome and related disorders
• Part of a dedicated team at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital

treating childhood epilepsy – Dr. Arzimanoglou leads the Epilepsy Program at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital and heads a specialized unit in Lyon.

• Focuses on medical and surgical treatment of epilepsy in children
• Principal investigator in clinical research on genetic epilepsy features
• Recipient of the Ambassador For Epilepsy Award from ILAE
• Author of 124 scientific articles and 10 books on childhood epilepsy
• President of the Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Expert Committee

Dr. Fritz Leutmezer leads Austria's Multiple Sclerosis Society and has published 60+ neurology papers, combining traditional treatments with acupuncture for nerve pain.

• President of the Austrian Multiple Sclerosis Society
• Specializes in MS, epilepsy, and movement disorders
• Integrates acupuncture for trigeminal neuralgia and facial nerve palsy
• Authored a book on MS, donating proceeds to research

Prof. Kursad Aydin specializes in Vagus Nerve Stimulation therapy – a key surgical option for epilepsy, with 900+ procedures performed.

• Leads pediatric neurology at Medipol Mega University Hospital
• 28 years of experience of experience in pediatric neurology
• Expert in medication, dietary, and surgical interventions for complex cases
• Completed pediatric neurology training at Gazi University
• Member of professional neurology organizations supporting modern practices

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Lee is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology and Korean Stroke Society.

• Regular member of the American Stroke Association and World Stroke Society
• Published 24 SCI papers on cerebrovascular treatments
• Presented at 50+ international and domestic conferences
• Specializes in interventional neurology approaches

Specializing in general surgery, Dr Ozden Gul brings decades of experience to Ümran Tip Merkezi.

• Expert in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgery
• Skilled in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques
• Fluent in English for international patients
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Akalan specializes in epilepsy and brain surgeries with over 38 years of experience of experience. He uses advanced techniques like the O-arm Imaging System to minimize risks.

• Expert in treating epilepsy, glioma, and spine tumors
• Published 117 scientific papers on neurosurgery
• Co-author of 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery'
• Uses ultrasound and iMRI for precision during operations