MD Ayşenur DURNA

MD Ayşenur DURNA

Neurologist

30+ years of experience

Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul – Turkey Memorial Hospitals Group, İstanbul – Turkey

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About MD Ayşenur DURNA

MD Ayşenur DURNA is a Senior Consultant Neurologist with over 34 years of experience in adult neurology, epilepsy, sleep medicine, and neurodegenerative disorders in Istanbul, Turkey. She is a trusted Neurologist for international patients seeking advanced epilepsy, stroke, and sleep-disorder care in Turkey.

  • 34+ years of clinical experience in neurology, epilepsy, and sleep medicine
  • Trained at Çukurova University Medical Faculty (1990) and Cumhuriyet University Medical Faculty (2000)
  • Active member of the Turkish Neurology Association, Turkish Epilepsy Association, and Turkish Sleep Medicine Association
  • Extensive expertise in stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and Bell's palsy
  • Diverse hospital experience across major medical centres in Turkey before joining Memorial Healthcare Group

Qualifications & Credentials

**Medical Degrees**
  • MD — Çukurova University Medical Faculty, Adana, Turkey, 1990
  • Neurology Specialist Training — Cumhuriyet University Medical Faculty, Sivas, Turkey, 2000
  • **Fellowships & Special Training**
  • Advanced training in epilepsy, sleep medicine, and stroke neurology
  • **Certifications & Accreditations**
  • Turkish Medical Council Registration
  • Member — Turkish Neurology Association
  • Member — Turkish Epilepsy Association
  • Member — Turkish Sleep Medicine Association
  • Areas of Expertise

    **Major Conditions Treated**
  • Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders
  • Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Migraine & Headache Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Vagus Nerve Stimulation Candidates
  • **Sub-specialties**
  • Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Comprehensive seizure evaluation, EEG-based diagnosis, anti-seizure pharmacotherapy, and vagus nerve stimulation candidate selection — making her a leading Neurologist specialist in Istanbul, Turkey for international patients seeking the best epilepsy doctor abroad.
  • Sleep Medicine: Comprehensive evaluation of sleep disorders including insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, and parasomnias.
  • Stroke & Cognitive Disorders: Acute stroke evaluation, secondary prevention, and dementia (Alzheimer's) diagnosis and management.
  • **Advanced Procedures & Treatments**
  • Routine and Sleep-Deprived EEG
  • Polysomnography & Sleep Study Evaluation
  • EMG / Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Anti-Seizure Medication Management
  • Acute Stroke Evaluation
  • Cognitive Assessment for Dementia
  • Multiple Sclerosis Disease-Modifying Therapy
  • Bell's Palsy Treatment
  • Professional Experience

    **Current Affiliation**
  • Memorial Hospitals Group, Istanbul, Turkey — Senior Consultant Neurologist (Present)
  • **Past Affiliations**
  • Memorial Lara Medical Center, Antalya / Istanbul, Turkey — Senior Consultant Neurologist
  • Various medical centres in Turkey — Consultant Neurologist (Past)
  • Cumhuriyet University Medical Faculty, Sivas, Turkey — Neurology Specialty Trainee (–2000)
  • Çukurova University Medical Faculty, Adana, Turkey — Medical Graduate (1990)
  • **Academic & Research Roles**
  • Active member — Turkish Neurology Association, Turkish Epilepsy Association, Turkish Sleep Medicine Association
  • **Key Achievements**
  • 34+ years of clinical neurology practice across multiple Turkish medical centres
  • Comprehensive expertise across epilepsy, sleep medicine, and neurodegenerative disorders
  • Trusted referral physician for complex neurological cases
  • Deep international patient experience at Memorial Healthcare Group
  • Awards & Recognitions

    **National & International Awards**
  • Information not publicly available.
  • **Professional Memberships**
  • Turkish Neurology Association
  • Turkish Epilepsy Association
  • Turkish Sleep Medicine Association
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Research & Publications

    **Published Papers (Selected)**
  • Information not publicly available.
  • **Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests**
  • Epilepsy and seizure disorders
  • Sleep medicine and polysomnography
  • Stroke acute care and secondary prevention
  • Alzheimer's disease and cognitive disorders
  • Estimated Treatment Costs

    Procedure / ConsultationEstimated Cost (INR)Estimated Cost (USD)
    Neurology Consultation₹4,000 – ₹10,000$50 – $120
    Routine EEG₹4,000 – ₹12,000$50 – $145
    Polysomnography (Sleep Study)₹15,000 – ₹40,000$180 – $480
    EMG & Nerve Conduction Study₹6,000 – ₹18,000$70 – $215
    Cognitive / Dementia Assessment₹15,000 – ₹40,000$180 – $480
    Stroke Acute Care & Rehabilitation (per week)₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000$480 – $1,440

    *Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    1. What advanced technologies does MD Ayşenur DURNA use in Neurologist treatment?

    MD Ayşenur DURNA uses advanced neurological diagnostics including EEG, polysomnography for sleep disorders, EMG and nerve conduction studies, comprehensive cognitive assessment for dementia, modern anti-seizure pharmacotherapy, and acute stroke evaluation protocols. International patients can access virtual second opinions through Cancer Rounds.

    2. What conditions does MD Ayşenur DURNA specialize in treating?

    MD Ayşenur DURNA specializes in epilepsy, stroke and cerebrovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease and dementia, Parkinson's disease, sleep disorders, Bell's palsy, migraine, multiple sclerosis, and peripheral neuropathy — making her a leading Neurologist specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.

    3. How do I book an appointment with MD Ayşenur DURNA?

    Appointments with MD Ayşenur DURNA can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

    4. Can international patients receive treatment from MD Ayşenur DURNA?

    Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from MD Ayşenur DURNA, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

    5. What support is available for international patients?

    International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

    6. Does MD Ayşenur DURNA offer second opinions for Neurologist cases?

    Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their neurological diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Neurologist specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.

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