Schizophrenia Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Firdevs Seyfe Sen specializes in schizophrenia at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, bringing decades of expertise in psychotic and anxiety disorders.

• Over 33 years of experience of psychiatry experience
• Trained in psychodrama and psychoanalysis techniques
• Specializes in cognitive and behavioral therapies for schizophrenia
• Completed EMDR basic training for trauma-related cases
• Works at Üsküdar University NP Brain Hospital

Prof. Dr. Sermin Kesebir specializes in psych neurophysiology with 24 years of experience of experience, treating complex psychiatric conditions at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapies
• Published in international and national peer-reviewed journals
• Graduated from İzmir Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine
• Post-graduation from İzmir Ege University Faculty of Medicine Psychiatry Department

Leads the Deep TMS treatment unit at Sourasky Medical Center – a specialized brain stimulation therapy often used for major mental health conditions.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience as a senior psychiatrist in leading medical centers
• Holds a clinic assistant position at Tel Aviv University for ongoing education
• Treats complex patients including those from the Ministry of Defense
• Member of the Israel and EMDR therapy associations

Dr. Gul Eryilmaz specializes in schizophrenia and has extensive training in various psychotherapy approaches.

• Psychiatry specialist since 2005
• Trained in psychoanalytic and cognitive psychotherapy
• Expert in family and relationship therapies
• Published articles in local and foreign journals

Dr. Ceylan Ergul Arslan specializes in psychosis research and treatment, combining clinical expertise with academic rigor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in psychiatry at Istanbul Medical Faculty
• Currently pursuing doctoral studies on psychosis epidemiology
• Awarded associate professor title in psychiatry in 2023
• Active in research on addiction and psychosis

Dr. Fatma Duygu Kaya Yertutanol is a psychiatrist and neuroscientist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She holds a PhD in neuroscience from Gazi University. Dr. Yertutanol treats schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, and addiction. She works at Turkey’s first JCI-accredited neuropsychiatric hospital.

• Sits on the editorial boards of two medical journals since 2010.
• Completed two TUBITAK research projects on neurobehavioral science.
• Winner of national and international awards for her scientific research.
• Member of the NPFUAM Board and the Psychiatric Association of Turkey.

Dr. Melek Gozde Lus is a child psychiatrist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. She contributed to Turkey’s Autism Action Plan. She trained family physicians on early autism detection. Dr. Lus treats ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. She also manages anxiety and OCD in children and adolescents.

• Member of the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Holds international certification in schema therapy.
• Specially trained in CBT-based play therapy and filial therapy.
• Authored research on bipolar co-diagnosis in children with ADHD.

Uzm. Dr. Gunay Hajiyeva is a psychiatrist. She graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2013. She completed her psychiatry residency at Cukurova University Balcali Hospital in 2021. She received training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Dynamic Sexual Therapy.

Her clinical focus includes schizophrenia, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, alcohol and substance use disorders, and sexual dysfunction. She speaks English, Russian, and German. She is active in academic and clinical research. She has presented at national and international congresses.

Prof. Dr. Nevzat Tarhan brings over 41 years of experience of expertise in schizophrenia treatment at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital, a facility he founded.

• Specializes in psychopharmacology and stress-related disorders
• Authored multiple books with over 1 million copies sold
• Published 150+ research articles and 45 book chapters
• Recipient of the Golden Axon Leadership Award
• Rector of Uskudar University, combining academic and clinical excellence

Dr. Emine Yagmur Zorbozan is a psychiatrist. She graduated from Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine. She completed psychiatry specialty training in 2019 at Istanbul Erenköy Mental and Neurological Diseases Hospital. Her thesis was a controlled study on substance addiction. It compared frontal functions in synthetic cannabinoid and opioid use disorders.

Her practice includes Elazığ Mental Health Hospital (closed psychiatry, AMATEM). She also worked at Bursa City Hospital (outpatient, inpatient, high-security forensic psychiatry). She served as a trainer-of-trainers for Driver Behavior Improvement programs with the Ministry of Health.

22 years of experience specializing in PTSD and trauma-related personality disorders – Dr Angelina Yue offers a holistic approach to mental health care.

• Associate Specialist in Psychiatry for both Child and Adult Mental Health
• Postgraduate certificate in Education with coaching and teaching qualifications
• 22 years of experience of cross-cultural experience across Europe, New Zealand, and the UK
• Proven results with individualized psychotherapy methods

Dr. Haluk Aksu specializes in schizophrenia and related mental health disorders, combining cognitive, behavioral, and psychopharmacological approaches.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Affiliated with Bakirkoy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Mental and Nervous Diseases Training and Research Hospital
• Offers a range of therapies including EMDR and schema therapy
• Treats various disorders from anxiety to schizophrenia

Specializes in treating schizophrenia and complex psychiatric disorders at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Experience from Ege University Faculty of Medicine Department of Psychiatry
• Treats a wide range of psychiatric conditions including anxiety and mood disorders

Dr. Petraskova combines pharmacotherapy with psychotherapy – a specialized approach at Altoa Mental Rehabilitation Centre.

• 17 years of experience in psychiatry with focus on schizophrenia
• Ph.D. student in Medical Psychology and Psychopathology
• Trained in systemic and psychoanalytic therapies
• Focuses on family and relational dynamics

Expert. Dr. Suleyman Oflu has over 24 years of experience of experience treating schizophrenia and other mental health disorders at leading hospitals.

• Specializes in schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders
• Worked at Hitit University Çorum Erol Olçok Training and Research Hospital for 24 years of experience
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Dr. Augusto Consoli specializes in psychotherapy with a focus on opioid addiction treatment, contributing to significant research on levomethadone's safety and effectiveness.

• Key contributor to the LEVOPROACT study on opioid maintenance treatment
• Expert in evaluating treatment effects on QT interval and craving reduction
• Collaborates with principal investigators across multiple Italian centers

Dr. Martin Holly leads the Psychiatric Care Reform Strategy, bringing deep expertise in schizophrenia treatment at Altoa Mental Rehabilitation Centre.

• Graduated from Charles University in Prague
• Chairman of the Psychiatric Society of the Czech Medical Association
• Specializes in clinical psychiatry and sexology
• Focuses on organizational and strategic planning in psychiatric care