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Best Headache doctors: TOP 64 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 headaches with 7+ years of experience across Turkey and Belgium. His research in neurology enhances his approach to patient care.

    • Expert in Functional Neuroimaging and Electroencephalography
    • Published numerous papers in national and international journals
    • Works at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
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Nuran Burcu Arkali

  • 4.6 Excellent 200 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Nuran Burcu Arkali specializes in headache treatment with advanced techniques like Botulinum toxin and ozone therapy at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • Trained in EEG and EMG at Kocaeli University
    • Completed electro-physiology master’s program at Istanbul University
    • Expert in neural therapy and sleep disorders
    • Active in research on Parkinson’s and dementia
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Sinan Comu

  • 4.7 Excellent 345 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
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  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Sinan Comu brings 20+ years of neurology expertise, trained in American treatment approaches at the University of Pittsburgh.

    • Specializes in pediatric neurology, including headaches and developmental delays
    • Fellowship-trained at Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital in the USA
    • Member of The Turkish Neurological Society and The Child Neurology Society
    • Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital's Pediatric Neurology Department
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Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak

  • 4.6 Excellent 200 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Tokmak specializes in headaches with advanced training in electrophysiology and years of focused research.

    • Holds a Master's in Electrophysiology from Istanbul University
    • Studied EMG, EEG, and PSG techniques for headache diagnosis
    • Practiced neurology at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
    • Published studies on headache and vertigo treatments
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Byung-hee Lee

  • New
  • 42 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Cheonan, RE:YOUTH (YONSEI BH Arterial Stemcell Clinic)
  • Dr. Lee is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology and has presented 24 SCI theses on cerebrovascular topics.

    • Regular member of the American Stroke Association and World Stroke Society
    • 50+ conference lectures on stroke and cerebrovascular care
    • Active researcher with international professional connections
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Fritz Leutmezer

  • 4.7 Excellent 153 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Austria, Vienna, Wiener Privatklinik
  • Prof. Fritz Leutmezer specializes in complex neurological conditions, including headaches, with decades of clinical and academic expertise at Vienna General Hospital.

    • Certified specialist in neurology since 2001
    • Principal investigator in international clinical trials on multiple sclerosis
    • Associate Professorship at the Medical University of Vienna
    • Published widely in peer-reviewed journals
    • Contributor to European and Austrian MS treatment guidelines
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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 has over 25 years of experience treating neurological diseases, with multiple awards for his contributions to Neurosciences.

    • Specializes in headaches, migraines, and related neurological conditions
    • Authored multiple publications and chapters in medical books
    • Holds a residency in Neurology from Ege University
    • Recognized with several awards for his work in Neurosciences
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Evgeniy Blum

  • New
  • 53 years of experience
  • Spain, Marbella, Dr. Blum’s Biomechanics Center
  • Founder of SOMATODYNAMICS – a groundbreaking approach studying human physiology's cyclic processes. Dr. Blum combines scientific research with clinical rehabilitation expertise.

    • Honored inventor with 62 international patents
    • Founded Research Institute of Clinical Rehabilitation in 1990
    • Head of Department at Peoples' Friendship University
    • Trained over 5,800 medical specialists
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Mustafa Sezer

  • New
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Izmit, Private Yüzyıl Hospital
  • Dr. Mustafa Sezer specializes in neurosurgery with extensive experience at Private Yüzyıl Hospital and Ankara Numune Hospital.

    • Over 20 years of neurosurgery practice
    • Worked at Ankara Numune Hospital's Brain and Neurosurgery Clinic
    • Proficient in English for international consultations
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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 since 2005 – specializes in advanced treatments for complex headache disorders.

    • 30+ years of neurosurgical experience with a focus on radiosurgery
    • Published 180+ papers in medical journals, including 60 in high-impact international publications
    • Honorary Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid's Faculty of Medicine
    • Member of International Society of Stereotactic Radiosurgery's Executive Council
    • Trained at prestigious hospitals including La Timone in France and Karolinska in Sweden
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Ulviyya Salimova

  • New
  • 20 years of experience
  • Azerbaijan, Baku, Biological Medicine - Integrative Health Center Baku
  • Dr. Salimova specializes in treating various types of headaches, including migraines, tension headaches, and cluster headaches.

    • Extensive experience with organic and functional nervous system diseases
    • Expert in managing neurological complications like vertigo and trigeminal neuralgia
    • Graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University
    • Focuses on comprehensive neurological care
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Suber Dikici

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
  • Associate Professor of Neurology with over 23 years of experience specializing in headache disorders at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

    • Trained in sleep medicine with specialized certifications
    • Member of the Turkish Neurology and Sleep Medicine Associations
    • Published research recognized by Düzce University's publication award
    • Extensive experience in both academic and clinical neurology settings
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Aygun Mammadova

  • New
  • 41 years of experience
  • Azerbaijan, Baku, Biological Medicine - Integrative Health Center Baku
  • Dr. Aygun Mammadova specializes in integrative neurology and osteopathy, combining medical and holistic approaches for chronic headaches.

    • Trained at Azerbaijan Medical University and St. Petersburg Academy of Osteopathy
    • Participated in international neurology congresses and seminars
    • Focuses on unexplained headaches and chronic degenerative diseases
    • Uses osteopathic methods for nervous system disorders
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Dr Roberto Hernandez

  • 4.2 Good 30 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Mexico, Mexicali, Hospital de la Familia
  • Dr Roberto Hernandez is a neurosurgeon trained in the USA and Canada, specializing in headache treatments at Hospital de la Familia.

    • Performs 30-60 neurology surgeries monthly
    • Uses the latest technology for surgical interventions
    • Works as part of a specialized neurosurgical team
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Yasef Özsarfati

  • 5 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Özsarfati trained at the Mayo Clinic in dementia and behavioral neurology – bringing international expertise to headache treatment.

    • Over 30 years of neurology experience
    • Former faculty member at Istanbul and Kadir Has universities
    • Specializes in complex headache cases alongside epilepsy and dementia
    • Current neurology specialist at Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Ebru Altindag

  • 5 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Associate professor with Clinical Neurophysiology subspecialty – Dr. Altindag brings deep expertise in headache disorders at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • 20+ years of neurology experience
    • Multiple awards for epilepsy and neurophysiology research
    • Member of Turkish Neurology Association
    • Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
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Yasef Özsarfati

  • 5 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • With over 40 years in neurology, Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati specializes in headache disorders at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Trained in behavioral neurology at US institutions
    • Former faculty member at Istanbul University
    • Specializes in complex headache diagnosis and management
    • Worked at leading Turkish hospitals since 1985
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Jesus Romero Imbroda

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

    • Specializes in headaches, migraines, and complex neurological conditions
    • Author of multiple national and international scientific publications
    • Combines clinical practice with teaching at the University of Granada
    • Uses advanced diagnostic tools like MRI and EEG for precise headache diagnosis
    • Fellow of the European Board of Neurology – a mark of excellence
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Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz

  • 4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER)
  • Associate Professor Nesrin Helvaci Yilmaz specializes in Parkinson's and movement disorders, with extensive training in Deep Brain Stimulation at London's UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology.

    • Over 20 years of neurology experience
    • Manages Medipol University's Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Unit
    • Published 80+ research reports on movement disorders
    • Advanced training in neuromodulation techniques
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Бусе Чагла Ары

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Specializing in headache disorders, Dr. Бусе Чагла Ары brings expertise from both clinical practice and academic roles at top Turkish hospitals.

    • Experienced in nerve blocks and botulinum toxin for headache management
    • Member of the International Headache Society and Global Migraine and Pain Society
    • Works at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital and teaches at Istanbul Medipol University
    • Advanced training in neurology with a focus on pain management techniques
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Bookimed Insights: Top Doctors for Headache Treatment

Bookimed has coordinated 786 patient requests for Headache treatment, working with 64 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 experienceComplex headache disordersSpecializes in Functional Neuroimaging for headache diagnosis – combines clinical practice with active neurology research. Works at a dedicated brain hospital.
Turkey
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22 years of experienceChronic headache managementSpecializes in advanced headache treatments including Botulinum toxin and ozone therapy. Trained in EEG and EMG with a master’s in electro-physiology.
Turkey
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30 years of experiencePediatric headache disordersExpert in pediatric neurology with US training – specializes in childhood headaches and developmental conditions. Member of two leading neurology societies.
Turkey
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24 years of experienceComplex headache casesSpecializes in headache disorders with electrophysiology expertise – uses EMG & EEG for precise diagnosis. Conducted research on headache and vertigo treatments.
Turkey
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42 years of experienceComplex cerebrovascular casesFounding member of Korea's leading interventional neurology society – connects research to practice. Recognized internationally through 50+ conference lectures.
Republic of Korea
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27 years of experienceComplex headache casesSpecializes in complex neurological conditions with a patient-centered approach. Associate Professor at Medical University of Vienna and contributor to treatment guidelines.
Austria
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26 years of experienceChronic migraines & headachesSpecializes in complex headache cases with 25+ years of neurology experience. Multiple award-winning researcher and author in Neurosciences.
Turkey
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53 years of experienceComplex headache disordersPioneer in SOMATODYNAMICS – studies physiological cycles affecting pain. Honored inventor with 62 patents. Heads rehabilitation training at major university.
Spain
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26 years of experienceNeurosurgical headache casesSpecializes in neurosurgery with long-term experience at leading hospitals. Proficient in English for clear communication with international patients.
Turkey
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42 years of experienceComplex headache disordersPioneer in functional neurosurgery with 30+ years at Ruber International. Published extensively on radiosurgery techniques. Key member of International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society.
Spain
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