81 Best Stroke Rehabilitation Doctors Abroad

Dr. Joaquim Casañas is a renowned orthopedic surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is a primary specialist for MotoGP legend Dani Pedrosa. Dr. Casañas pioneered intraoperative nerve mapping in Spain. This technique allows real-time nerve function analysis during surgery for better precision. He specializes in peripheral nerve microsurgery and brachial plexus reconstruction.

• President of the Spanish Society for Surgery of the Hand.
• Director of the Traumaunit at Centro Médico Teknon.
• Trained at the Mayo Clinic and Paris-based Avicenne and Bichat Hospitals.
• Performs nerve transplants and allografts for complex upper limb injuries.

Dr. Ohm Sudchumphae is a regenerative medicine specialist at Panacee Hospital Rama 2 in Bangkok. He holds a Master’s in Clinical Nutrition and Integrative Medicine. Dr. Ohm is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Psychology. He specializes in combining cell therapy, IV nutrition, and medicinal herbology for chronic conditions.

• Certified by the American Board of Nutritional Wellness.
• Maintains certification as an integrative oncology physician.
• Performs stem cell rejuvenation therapy and ozone therapy for longevity.
• Treats complex cases including cancer rehabilitation and functional gastroenterology.

Dr. Gunesh Yavuzer is a professor of physical therapy and a senior physician at Romatem Rehabilitation Centers. He holds a PhD from Erasmus University in the Netherlands. Dr. Yavuzer specializes in neurological recovery using robotic rehabilitation and gait analysis. He treats complex conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

• Expert in robotic gait training and functional recovery for orthopedic cases.
• Published researcher with numerous international works in rehabilitation medicine.
• Treats patients at Romatem Hospitals, a center serving over 5,000 patients annually.
• Performs specialized procedures including Lokomat therapy and Anti-Gravity treadmill training.

Dr. Luis Padilla is a gynecologic oncologist and regenerative medicine specialist in Puerto Vallarta. He helped introduce the da Vinci Robotic Assisted Surgical System to enhance minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Padilla treats patients at Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine. The clinic holds CSG accreditation and serves 1,000+ international patients annually.

• Served as Director of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC).
• Former Associate Administrator for Health Workforce at HRSA.
• Winner of the People’s Choice Award and People Living Through Cancer Award.
• Specializes in stem cell therapy for chronic and degenerative diseases.

Dr. Temizturk specializes in neurological rehabilitation, including stroke recovery, with over 20 years of hands-on experience at leading hospitals.

• Expert in Botox and injection treatments for spasticity management
• Former Assistant Professor at Dumlupinar University's rehab department
• Works at Nobel Medical's dedicated rehabilitation center

Dr. Li Yanwen is an early leader in functional neurosurgery in China. He is a founder of neurosurgical navigation in the country. He is a Visiting Professor at the University of Turin. His awards include the First Prize of the Shenzhen Science and Technology Progress Award and the Third Prize of the Guangdong Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award.

He specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery. He has over 20 years of experience and has completed more than 10,000 surgical localization procedures for Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy. He is skilled in stereotactic and navigation techniques. His focus includes precision treatment for hard-to-treat cerebral hemorrhage and traumatic brain injury, post-stroke paralysis, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and spinal cord injury. He also performs targeted surgery for autism. He studies stem-cell therapies for neurological and autoimmune diseases.

Dr. Songpoj Tanprasert specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center in Bangkok. He focuses on restoring function for patients with neurological and musculoskeletal disorders. Dr. Tanprasert builds evidence-based plans for stroke recovery and chronic pain management. He works at a specialized center treating 200 patients annually.

• Specializes in stroke rehabilitation, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injury.
• Prioritizes non-surgical pain care and individualized therapeutic exercise programs.
• Performs specialized techniques including Bobath therapy and occupational therapy.
• Treats neurological conditions and post-surgical impairments in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Dr. PYONG integrates advanced robotics and wearable exoskeletons into stroke rehabilitation at PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Board-certified physiatrist with expertise in neurorehabilitation
• Pioneers robotic gait training for stroke recovery
• Head of Rehabilitation at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Researcher on wearable exoskeleton effectiveness in stroke patients
• Instructor at King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang

Dr. Piyaphon On-phoon is a wellness specialist at Panacee Hospital Rama 2 in Bangkok. He specializes in anti-aging, regenerative medicine, and chronic disease prevention. Dr. On-phoon treats conditions like hypertension and erectile dysfunction using integrative therapies. He works at an ISO 9001:2015 certified center known for cell rejuvenation.

• Provides chelation therapy and high-dose vitamin nutrition infusions for detoxification.
• Performs aesthetic procedures including Thermage, HIFU, and Botox injections.
• Offers hormone replacement therapy and immune system support.
• Treats noncommunicable diseases such as diabetes and atherosclerosis.

Founder of SOMATODYNAMICS – a breakthrough approach to stroke rehabilitation focusing on circulatory and lymphatic system recovery. Honored inventor with 62 international patents.

• Established the Research Institute of Clinical Rehabilitation in 1990
• Head of Clinical Rehabilitation at Peoples' Friendship University of Russia
• Has trained over 5,800 medical specialists
• Develops innovative technologies for neurological recovery

38 years leading stroke rehabilitation – Dr. Liang specializes in restoring movement and speech after cerebrovascular incidents at Yanda International Hospital.

• Head of rehabilitation technologies group
• Expert in hemiplegia and aphasia recovery
• Published 10+ scientific papers on rehabilitation
• Deputy Director of Rehabilitation and Engineering Group
• Treats complex motor dysfunctions from various causes

Dr. Sule Temizturk specializes in neurological rehabilitation, including stroke recovery, at Nobel Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center.

• 20 years of experience in physical medicine and rehabilitation
• Expert in trigger point and intra-articular injections for pain management
• Trained at Ankara University Medical Faculty
• Worked at multiple rehabilitation centers across Turkey

Dr. Engin Cakar is a professor and rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Göztepe and Memorial Şişli Hospitals. He specializes in pain medicine, electrodiagnostic neurology, and stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Cakar chair’s the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group. He completed training in brain stimulation at Harvard Medical School.

• Author of over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Treats complex cases using transcranial magnetic and direct current stimulation.
• Is a member of the European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, a center known for neurosurgery excellence.

Specialized in stroke rehabilitation, Dr. Yalvac combines advanced techniques like dry needling and ozone therapy. He works as an Assistant Professor at Galata University.

• Expert in treating hemiplegia and paraplegia cases
• Specialized in ozone therapy for neurological recovery
• Focuses on both acute and chronic stroke rehabilitation
• Skilled in kinesiotape applications for mobility improvement

Dr. Selin Bozkurt Alp is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist. She earned her medical degree from Uludag University in 2010. She completed specialty training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital in 2018. She worked at Giresun Tirebolu State Hospital during compulsory service from 2020–2021. She later served at Istanbul Sultanbeyli State Hospital.

Her practice covers stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic rehabilitation, and rheumatic diseases. She provides pain management. She performs botulinum toxin injections, ultrasound-guided intra-articular injections, PRP, ESWT, and robotic therapy (RoboSpine). She also offers acupuncture, phytotherapy, and neural therapy. Her interests include fibromyalgia, cervical and lumbar disc herniation, heel spur, lipedema, and pediatric orthopedic conditions.

Dr. Shao Ming is a leading neurologist and neurosurgeon at Dr. Eber Brain Hospital. He was featured on the cover of The Journal of Neuroscience. Dr. Shao specializes in epilepsy treatment for both children and adults. He completed postdoctoral fellowships at Harvard University and Dartmouth College. Dr. Shao serves as the Asian representative for the International Society for Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring.

• Specializes in preoperative assessment and localization of epileptic foci.
• Introduced propofol for the Wada test to clinical practice in China.
• Published over 50 scientific articles, including 30 in international journals.
• Authored monographs on epilepsy surgery and modern clinical electroencephalography.

Dr. Kultinee Klinpoon is a physical therapist and the founder of Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center in Bangkok. She has performed over 5,000 procedures throughout her career. She specializes in stroke recovery, cerebral palsy, and traumatic brain injury rehab. Dr. Klinpoon graduated from Mahidol University. She previously served as a National Team physical therapist for Thailand.

• Expert in the "Intensive Active Rehabilitation" method for neurological recovery.
• Treats stroke patients during the critical three-to-six-month recovery period.
• Performs specialized treatments like Bobath therapy and occupational therapy.
• Works at Sanpiti, a clinic licensed by the Thai Ministry of Health.