Siar Dursun

Dr. Siar Dursun is a specialist in child neurology and pediatrics at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He diagnoses and treats neurological disorders in children. The doctor treats epilepsy and neurodegenerative diseases using specific medical protocols.

Specialization & Approach

Dr. Dursun treats various neurological conditions affecting pediatric patients. He specializes in developmental delays, cerebral palsy, and muscular dystrophy. His team uses detailed diagnostics to create precise treatment plans.

The physician treats chronic conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. He also provides autism treatment and care for Friedreich’s ataxia. Dr. Dursun uses tools like video-EEG monitoring and brain MRI for assessments.

Conditions Treated

• Childhood epilepsy and West syndrome — a severe form of epilepsy in infants characterized by spasms and developmental regression
• Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)
• Peripheral and facial paralysis
• Neurodegenerative and polyneuropathy disorders
• Chronic headaches and spinal pain
• Essential tremors and movement disorders

Work Experience

• Since 2018 – Specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, Istanbul
• 2017–2018 – Physician at Kartal Education and Research Hospital
• 2014–2016 – Pediatric Neurologist at Denizli State Hospital
• 2011–2014 – Specialist at Aydin Adnan Menderes University Hospital
• 2006–2011 – Resident at Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital
• 2011 – Physician at Izmir Education and Research Hospital

Education & Training

• 2014 – Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine – Child Neurology Residency
• 2011 – Izmir Tepecik Education and Research Hospital – Child Health and Diseases
• 2011 – Izmir Education and Research Hospital – Pediatric Specialty Training
• 2004 – Dicle University Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree