Best Vagus Nerve Stimulation Doctors Abroad

Assoc. Prof. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci specializes in functional neurosurgery, including vagus nerve stimulation, at Medipol University Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with over 19 years of experience
• Trained in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery at Koç University
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Active in clinical research on neuromodulation techniques

Dr. Amnon specializes in advanced treatments like vagus nerve stimulation, offering relief for severe headaches and facial pain at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Graduated from Tel Aviv University in 1988
• Qualified in Chinese medicine in Sri Lanka
• Expertise in plasmapheresis for complex conditions

Dr. Tural Rahimli is a neurosurgeon educated at Azerbaijan Medical University (Bachelor of Medicine, 1999–2005). He completed a neurosurgery residency at Hacettepe University Hospital (2008–2014).

Clinical expertise: brain tumors, epilepsy surgery, endoscopic pituitary surgery, skull base tumors, arteriovenous malformations, spinal cord tumors, pediatric neurosurgery.

Professional memberships: North American Skull Base Society (NASBS), Hacettepe University Alumni Association, Azerbaijan Neurosurgical Society, European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS).

Work experience: Medistyle Hospital (2014–2016); DTX Hospital (2016–2018); Baku Medical Plaza Hospital (2018–2024); Republic Diagnostic Centre (2024–2025).

Dr. Akin Akakin is a neurosurgeon at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He specializes in lateral microsurgical approaches for lumbar disc surgery. He holds a Doctorate in Brain and Nerve Surgery Neuroanatomy from Florida University. Dr. Akakin also completed a fellowship at the same institution.

• Specializes in neurovascular surgery and complex cerebrovascular diseases.
• Treats brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and pituitary adenomas.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Works at NP Istanbul, the first JCI-certified private neuropsychiatric hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Shao Ming pioneers advanced techniques for epilepsy surgery, using cortical electrical stimulation to precisely locate epileptic foci. His methods enhance surgical safety and efficiency.

• Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard University and University of Texas
• Author of over 50 scientific articles, including 30 in international journals
• Introduced propofol for the Wada test in China
• Member of the International Society for Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring
• Chairman of multiple neurophysiological and epilepsy committees in China

Dr. Achinoam Sohar is a Neurologist And Movement Disorder Specialist at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, providing key insights in Neurology.

• Works at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center – a leading hospital in Israel
• Part of the Neurology team with expertise in movement disorders
• Based in Tel Aviv, Israel

Specializes in brain tumor removal and minimally invasive neurosurgery at Ponderas Academic Hospital, trained in renowned French hospitals.

• Extensive experience in neurosurgery with a focus on complex cases
• Known for precision and a patient-centered approach
• Combines advanced surgical techniques with compassionate care
• Dedicated to delivering excellent outcomes in neurosurgical treatments

Specializes in vagus nerve stimulation – awarded for his research on its effects in epilepsy treatment. Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 35 years of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery and complex spine surgeries
• Winner of the Dr. Cengiz Çetin thesis prize for epilepsy research
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Antonio Gil-nagel Rein directs the Epilepsy Unit at Ruber International Hospital in Madrid. He is a pioneer in the genetic diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex epilepsy. Dr. Gil-nagel Rein previously taught at the University of Minnesota and Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center. He treats refractory cases using interstitial laser treatment and Gamma Knife.

• Founder of the European Epilepsy Research Network and the European Association for Epilepsy Monitoring.
• Authored over 160 Scopus-indexed articles with more than 5,200 citations in neurology journals.
• Specializes in orphan conditions including Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Ruber International, ranked among the top hospitals in Spain.

With over 25 years of clinical and academic experience, the doctor is a highly accomplished specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Clinical expertise encompasses hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery. The doctor has held significant positions at various training and research hospitals, including serving as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor has pursued international professional development, including an observership at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. After being appointed Associate Professor in 2018, the doctor attained the rank of Professor in 2024 and currently practices as a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Professor of cardiovascular surgery with international fellowship training in Canada – Dr. Cinar brings 38 years of surgical experience to vagus nerve stimulation at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Expert in vascular and nerve-related surgical procedures
• Fellowship-trained at University of Ottawa Heart Center
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Professor at Altınbaş University medical faculty

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Dr. Romero Imbroda is a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology and leads the Neurology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella, specializing in advanced treatments for complex neurological conditions.

• President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology since 2020
• Author of multiple national and international scientific publications
• Specializes in epilepsy and neuromuscular diseases
• Lecturer at the University of Granada with a focus on neurology

Dr. Mehmet Hakan Şahin is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital (as of 2026). He specializes in neuro-oncological and neurovascular surgery. He also performs skull base, complex cranial, and spine surgery. He was an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University (2019–2024). He served at UW Health (2024–2025).

He has 29 international peer-reviewed papers and 11 national papers. He has written 5 textbook chapters. He has given 7 oral presentations, including at AANS 2025 and a 2024 panel on supratotal glioma resection. His honors include the 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Young Neurosurgeon Incentive Award (Second Prize) and 1st Prize at the 1st Yaşargil Microneurosurgery Academy. He holds the Turkish Neurosurgery Qualification Certificate (2023). He has been a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2017 (No. 1620).

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in functional neurosurgery, including vagus nerve stimulation, at Atlas University Hospital.

• Completed advanced training in functional neurosurgery in Lithuania
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published research on minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Experienced in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery

Prof. Halil Can specializes in functional neurosurgery, including vagus nerve stimulation, at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Professor of neurosurgery with extensive research in spinal and nerve treatments
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for neurological conditions
• Published multiple studies on innovative neurosurgical procedures

Principal investigator of 100+ clinical trials in neuroscience – Dr. Arroyo leads the Neurology Department at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Head of Neurology at Quironsalud since 2006
• Published 139 international articles in top journals like New England Journal of Medicine
• Professor of Medicine at European University of Madrid
• Specializes in complex neurological treatments including vagus nerve stimulation