Vagus nerve stimulation Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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. 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. 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

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).

Professor Dihne combines deep expertise in neurology with a personalized approach to vagus nerve stimulation at Academic Hospital Solingen.

• 22 years of experience as Head of Neurology at St. Lukas Klinik Solingen
• Specializes in epilepsy and nervous system regeneration
• Recipient of the Christian and Claudia Hempel Foundation Research Award
• Published extensively in leading European medical journals

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 experience 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.

Professor of cardiovascular surgery with international fellowship training in Canada – Dr. Cinar brings 38 years of experience 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

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

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

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

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. Samadzade specializes in neurology, with training from prestigious institutions like Dokuz Eylul University Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Neurological Society and European Academy of Neurology
• Expert in movement disorders and advanced Parkinson's treatments
• Performs botulinum toxin injections for neurological conditions
• Trained at Gazi University and Azerbaijan State Medical University

Prof. Zvi Israel is recognized as one of Israel's top neurosurgeons by Forbes, specializing in vagus nerve stimulation and functional neurosurgery.

• Director of the Functional and Restorative Surgery Unit at Hadassah Medical Center
• Trained in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery in the USA
• Author of over 70 articles in neurosurgery
• Member of the Israeli Neurosurgical Society

Dr. Eduard Linecki specializes in neurology with 28 years of experience of experience, focusing on Parkinson's disease and nervous system disorders at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Completed internship at Hadassah Medical Center in 2001
• Specializes in treating all types of nervous system disorders
• Achieved notable success in Parkinson's disease treatment
• Received higher medical education in 1996

Dr. Ela Simay Zengin specializes in neurological disorders with extensive training across multiple prestigious institutions.

• Member of the American Academy of Neurology and European Academy of Neurology
• Experienced in treating epilepsy and Parkinson's disease with advanced techniques
• Worked at multiple state hospitals, gaining diverse clinical experience

Professor of Neurology specializing in demyelinating processes and Parkinson's disease at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Expert in neurological conditions requiring advanced treatment
• Focuses on complex neurological disorders
• Academic background in neurology