Surgical treatment of epilepsy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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

Specializes in epilepsy surgery with advanced training at Yale School of Medicine – a leader in neurosurgical innovation.

• Over 21 years of experience in neurosurgery with focus on epilepsy treatment
• Trained under Prof. Dr. Türker Kılıç, a leading neurosurgery expert
• Recipient of Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize
• Active member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Spine Associations

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 Zvi Ram heads the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) and is a leading expert in neurosurgical operations with brain mapping and deep brain stimulation.

• Specializes in minimally invasive surgery for epilepsy and brain tumors
• Trained in image-guided neurosurgery and microsurgical techniques in Europe
• Recipient of the Borenstein Award for innovative neurology treatments
• Conducts research on gene-based therapies for brain disorders

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

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. 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 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

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

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

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 is the Director of the Brain Tumors Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in neuro-oncology and complex brain tumor surgery. He completed fellowships at the Mayo Clinic in the USA. Dr. Wohl works at a hospital ranked 7th globally by Newsweek in 2026. He focuses on removing tumors while preserving neurological function.

• Performs awake craniotomy and fluorescence-guided surgery to protect brain function.
• Uses intraoperative MRI and functional brain mapping during complex procedures.
• Author of multiple peer-reviewed studies on glioblastoma and innovative therapies.
• Holds Israeli board certification and an active medical license.

Dr. Tural Rajabov is a neurosurgeon. He treats brain and spinal cord tumors, CNS trauma, and hydrocephalus. He also performs endoscopic skull base surgery, spinal surgery, and peripheral nerve surgery.

Training: Tbilisi State Medical University, Faculty of Medicine (2010–2016). Internship in Neurosurgery, Innova Medical Centre, Tbilisi (2016–2018). Residency in Neurosurgery, Azerbaijan Medical University (2019–2024).

Professional memberships: North American Skull Base Society (NASBS), European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), and Azerbaijan Association of Neurosurgeons (ANEA). He is affiliated with Baku Medical Plaza Hospital in Baku, Azerbaijan.

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