Associate Professor in neurosurgery with extensive experience in epilepsy surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in EANS accreditation during specialization
• Academic teaching experience at Medipol and Eurasia Universities
• Proficient in advanced English for international patients

Dr. Kipervasser is affiliated with the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University – a leading institution for medical research and training.

• Specializes in surgical treatment of epilepsy
• Associated with Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
• Engaged in academic medicine, contributing to advancements in epilepsy treatment

Dr. Shao Ming pioneered propofol use for the Wada test in China – enhancing epilepsy surgery safety. He leads at Eber Perennial Brain Hospital with 50+ published studies.

• Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard and University of Texas
• Specializes in preoperative assessment for resistant epilepsy
• Chairman of Neurophysiological Monitoring Group in China
• Authored 'Epilepsy Surgery' and other key medical guides
• Member of International Society for Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring

Dr. Miri Neufeld brings 53 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in epilepsy treatment.

• Completed neurology residency at Beilinson Medical Center
• Internship in EEG and EMG at Mayo Clinic
• Head of EEG Institute at Sourasky
• Member of International League for Epilepsy Prevention

Professor Itzhak Fried is a globally recognized neurosurgeon and neuroscientist, specializing in advanced epilepsy surgeries at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Graduated from Stanford University with training at Yale
• Specializes in epilepsy treatment and deep brain stimulation
• Develops innovative methods for managing epilepsy and related disorders
• Teaches at top medical schools including UCLA and Yale

Professor Imer has over 41 years of experience of neurosurgical experience, specializing in epilepsy surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified in neurosurgery with extensive training in functional and stereotactic techniques
• Completed advanced training in Gamma Knife radiosurgery in France
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Former professor at Istanbul University's neurosurgery department

Since 1998 he has been Director of the Epilepsy Unit at the Ruber International Hospital in Madrid, a pioneering centre for the diagnosis, medical and surgical treatment of epilepsy in children and adults.

More than 150 neurologists and neurophysiologists from Spain and Latin America have been trained here, and several of its students have successfully opened epilepsy centres in other public and private hospitals, both in Spain and abroad.

The program he directs has become a pioneer in Spain in the field of genetic diagnosis of complex epilepsies and advanced treatments such as drug repositioning, interstitial laser treatment, deep electrodes and gamma radiosurgery, which are used in patients with refractory epilepsy.

Dr. Antonio Gil-Nagel is a professor at the IE University, is an Ad Honorem Professor at the Center for Biomedical Technology of the Polytechnic University of Madrid (CTB) and is Director of the Epilepsy Department at the Francisco Vitoria University of Madrid.

He was a founding member of the European Epilepsy Research Network and the European Association for Epilepsy Monitoring. He is also active in international research projects such as EpiCare and the European Epilepsy Brain Bank and has held relevant positions in international institutions such as the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE), the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), the European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS) and the World Federation of Neurology (WFN).

Dr. Gil-Nagel has directed numerous clinical trials and research studies in the field of epilepsy, especially in orphan epilepsies such as Dravet syndrome, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and other epileptic and developmental encephalopathies. The Epilepsy Program he directs is an international benchmark in the development of pharmacological research. He has been the Principal Investigator of phase II and III clinical trials, including numerous clinical trials and non-pharmacological treatments (epilepsy surgery, electrical stimulation, ketogenic diet and gamma knife). His research is funded by European Union funds and the Public Innovation Agency of the Ministry of Science and Innovation of the Spanish Government. Their dedication to research and the development of new treatments allows them to accelerate the treatment of their patients with new treatments.

In addition to being a frequent speaker at national and international conferences, he has authored several books on epilepsy and electroencephalography and has numerous publications on epilepsy in journals such as Annals of Neurology, Brain, Epilepsy, European Journal of Neurology, Journal of Neurology, Nature Neurology, Neurology, and the New England Journal of Medicine, among others. He has authored 165 Scopus-indexed articles with 5,265 citations and an h-index of 35.

In 2021, his team received the Innovative Small and Medium Enterprise Award for the project on mesial temporal lobe epilepsy and encephalocele (Ministry of Science and Innovation, Spain), and in 2012, the Scientific Award from the Epilepsy Group of the Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN).

Education

• 1985 – Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery , Complutense University of Madrid.
• 1986-1989 – Specialization in Neurology , Hospital 12 de Octubre, Madrid.
• 1991–1993 – Epilepsy Specialist , Comprehensive Epilepsy Program, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA.
• 1997 – Certification of the American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology .

Professional experience

• 1993–1995 – Associate Professor, Epilepsy Program, Department of Neurology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA.
• 1995–1998 – Associate Professor, Epilepsy Program, Department of Neurological Sciences, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, USA.
• Since 1998 – Director of the Epilepsy Program , Neurology Service, Ruber International Hospital, Madrid.
• 2014 – Defense of the dissertation on the topic: "Clinical and neurophysiological studies in the pre-surgical evaluation of epilepsy" , Complutense University of Madrid.
• 2022 – Deputy Head of the Neurology Service , Ruber Internacional International Hospital, Madrid.

Membership in professional societies

• Since 1991 – Member of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN).
• Since 1991 – Member of the American Epilepsy Society (AES).
• Since 1996 – Member of the American Society of Clinical Neurophysiology .
• Since 1988 – Member of the Spanish Society of Neurology .
• Since 2006 – Representative of Spain in the World Federation of Neurology (WFN).
• Since 2006 – Member of the editorial committee and the WFN web portal .
• Since 2008 – Director of the Epilepsy Group of the European Federation of Neurological Societies (EFNS).
• Since 2009 – Member of the EFNS Educational Courses Committee.
• 2007–2009 – Member of the EFNS Scientific Committee .
• 2007–2008 – Vice-President of the Scientific Committee of the 12th EFNS Congress , Madrid.
• 2004–2007 – Delegate of Spain to the EFNS .
• 2009 – Member of the Scientific Committee of the World Congress of Neurologists , Marrakech.

Outstanding Achievements

Dr. Hill-Nagel is a leading international figure in the field of epileptology, a recognized expert in the diagnosis and treatment of genetic epilepsy and the surgical approach to its correction. His distinguished professional career includes many years of experience in leading medical institutions in the United States and Europe, as well as active participation in international research and educational programs.

Dr. Hill-Nagel not only advances the science of neurology on a global level, but also successfully implements cutting-edge treatment methods, improving the lives of thousands of patients around the world.

Professor at Florence Nightingale Hospitals with a fellowship in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery from Hannover Medical School.

• Over 20 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Specializes in minimally invasive brain and spine surgery
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Recipient of awards for best oral presentations in neurosurgery

Professor Zheng Wei Hong leads the Department of Neurology at Xiamen Humanity Hospital, specializing in epilepsy and complex neurological disorders.

• Former Director of Neurology at Xiamen University Affiliated Zhongshan Hospital
• Standing Director of Fujian Anti-Epilepsy Association
• Expert in neuroimmunological diseases and neuromuscular disorders
• Master's Supervisor at Xiamen University

Former professor of cardiovascular surgery with over 38 years of experience of experience at top institutions.

• Trained at the University of Ottawa Heart Center
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Former faculty at Altınbaş University

Prof. Serdal Gungor specializes in pediatric neurology with extensive training at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in pediatric neurology
• Subspecialty training in pediatric epilepsy at Hacettepe University
• Professor at İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
• Published research in pediatric neurology

Dr. Aray applies expertise in epilepsy treatment as an Associate Professor at Medipol Acıbadem Hospital. Combines clinical practice with teaching at Istanbul Medipol University.

• 15 years of experience in neurology with specialized training
• Expert in EEG and advanced diagnostics for seizure disorders
• Active member of Turkish Neurology Society
• Performs nerve blocks as part of comprehensive epilepsy care

Specializes in epilepsy surgery and functional neurosurgery at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. Combines surgical precision with innovative treatment approaches.

• Expert in endoscopic and microsurgical techniques for epilepsy
• Published multiple studies on neurosurgical treatments
• Associate Professor with extensive academic contributions
• Member of prestigious medical associations

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in epilepsy surgery with training at Dokuz Eylül University, one of Turkey's leading neurosurgery departments.

• 14 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Trained in functional neurosurgery at European courses
• Published research on cortical dysplasia and minimally invasive techniques
• Member of Turkish and European neurosurgical societies

Dr. Romero Imbroda, a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology, leads the Neurology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella, specializing in epilepsy surgery.

• President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology
• Author of national and international scientific publications on neurology
• Lecturer at the University of Granada with a focus on neurology
• Head of Neurology Units at Quirónsalud Malaga and Marbella Hospitals

As a neurologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital, Dr. Zengin specializes in epilepsy and other complex neurological conditions.

• Membership in the European Academy of Neurology
• Graduated medical training from Dokuz Eylül University
• Experience from multiple state hospitals across Turkey

Dr. Anton Wohl leads the Brain Tumors Unit at Sheba Medical Center (since 2026). He is a neurosurgeon specializing in neuro-oncology, brain tumor surgery, and stereotactic radiosurgery.

He performs complex tumor operations with intraoperative MRI and functional mapping. He also uses fluorescence guidance, neuronavigation, and awake craniotomy to help remove tumors safely and preserve function.

Accreditations: Israeli Board Certification in Neurosurgery; Israeli medical license; advanced international fellowships and training, including the Mayo Clinic (USA).

Research: author and co-author of peer-reviewed publications on glioblastoma, malignant brain tumors, radiosurgery, and experimental therapies.

Dr. Ulvi Samadzade specializes in epilepsy treatment at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with neurology expertise spanning multiple movement disorders.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital's neurology department
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology and Turkish Neurological Society
• Offers advanced epilepsy treatments including IVIG therapy and plasmapheresis
• Treats complex cases like drug-resistant epilepsy and movement disorders

Dr. Surme specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on epilepsy treatments at Eskişehir City Hospital. His research includes advanced techniques for spinal and brain disorders.

• Published multiple studies on neurosurgical treatments and outcomes
• Fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Society
• Speaks at national and international neurosurgery conferences