In Experienced Hands
Prof. Atilla Yilmaz, MD — Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgeon, Istanbul, Turkey
For over 20 years, I have dedicated my career to one mission: restoring movement, independence, and quality of life to patients whose conditions have taken these things away. More than 800 patients from 56 countries have trusted me with their most important decision. I would be honoured to be part of yours.
About Prof. Atilla Yilmaz, MD
I am Prof. Atilla Yilmaz, a specialist in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, based in Istanbul, Turkey. My practice is built on a single principle: every patient deserves the most advanced surgical care, delivered with complete personal attention - regardless of where in the world they come from.
My expertise lies in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery, a life-changing procedure that I have performed on patients with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, OCD, and Tourette syndrome - patients who had often been told there was nothing more that could be done.
Read My Full Biography →My Expertise - 3 Pillars
DBS Surgery
I perform both awake and asleep DBS surgery using the most advanced brain targeting techniques - microelectrode recording, intraoperative imaging, and real-time neurophysiological monitoring.
Neuromodulation
I work exclusively with FDA-approved DBS systems from Medtronic, Abbott, and Boston Scientific - the same devices used at the world's leading neurosurgical centres.
International Patients
My team and I have guided patients from 56 countries through every stage of their journey - from the first online enquiry to surgery, programming, and long-term telemedicine follow-up.
Conditions I Treat
DBS remains the most effective surgical treatment for motor fluctuations, dyskinesia, and tremor in Parkinson's disease. I help patients find the right moment for surgery.
Learn More →Debilitating hand, head, or voice tremor can be dramatically reduced - often by 60-90% - with precisely targeted VIM nucleus DBS.
Learn More →From generalised and cervical dystonia to tardive and paediatric cases, I offer GPi-targeted DBS with long-term follow-up.
Learn More →For patients with severe, treatment-resistant OCD who have exhausted medication and therapy, DBS offers meaningful hope.
Learn More →DBS for severe, refractory Tourette syndrome is an emerging and promising intervention. I offer personalised target selection and full transparency.
Learn More →What My Patients Say
"I had been waiting 18 months on the NHS list. Within three weeks of contacting Prof. Yilmaz's team, I was in Istanbul and my tremor was gone. I cannot describe what it means to hold a cup of tea again."
"My family and I were nervous about travelling to Turkey for surgery. From the airport transfer to the moment we flew home, every single detail was taken care of. The result exceeded everything we hoped for."
My Promise to You
"I personally review every enquiry that reaches my team. When you come to Istanbul, I will be the surgeon in the room - from the first consultation to the final programming session. There is no obligation, no pressure, and no charge for an initial assessment. My team will respond within 48 hours."
Prof. Atilla Yilmaz, MD
Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgeon
Begin Your Journey
Tell us about your condition and we will assess whether DBS surgery may be appropriate for you - at no cost and with no commitment.
+90 533 582 39 91 | Ataşehir, Istanbul | WhatsApp Available