Snapshot Highlights
- Leading Neurologist specializing in Migraine Treatment
- Expertise in Clinical Neurophysiology
- Extensive research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Prolific publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Active member of prestigious national and international Neurology associations
Dr. MURAT AKSU
Professional Experience
Dr. Murat Aksu brings over two decades of dedicated experience to the field of Neurology, with a particular focus on the treatment of complex conditions like Migraine. His career is marked by a commitment to advancing neurological understanding and patient care, highlighted by significant contributions and leadership roles.
His tenure includes extensive clinical practice and academic involvement. From 2015 onwards, Dr. Aksu has been a distinguished member of the Acıbadem Health Group. Prior to this, he significantly contributed to the Department of Neurology at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine from 2006 to 2011, and previously from 1996 to 2006, where he also held a professorial position. His research journey includes a noteworthy period as a Special Scientist at the National Institutes of Health, National Institutes of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, from 2002 to 2005. Earlier in his career, Dr. Aksu served at the Bilecik State Hospital from 1993 to 1996.
Education and Board Certifications
Dr. Aksu’s foundational medical education was obtained from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, graduating in 1988. He further honed his expertise at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, completing his Neurology specialization in 1993. His academic achievements are underscored by his professorship at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 2006. Demonstrating his commitment to specialized neurological diagnostics, Dr. Aksu earned his Medical Specialization Board Certification in Clinical Neurophysiology in 2011.
Professional Affiliations and Memberships
Dr. Aksu is an active and respected member of several key medical organizations, reflecting his dedication to staying at the forefront of neurological advancements. His affiliations include the Turkish Neurology Association and the Turkish Sleep Medicine Association. He is also recognized within the Clinical Neurophysiology community through his membership in the EEG-EMG Clinical Neurophysiology Association. On an international level, Dr. Aksu is associated with the World Association of Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, further underscoring his global perspective on neurological health. His engagement also extends to specialized groups, such as the International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group and the European Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group.
Publications and Research Contributions
Dr. Murat Aksu has made significant contributions to the medical literature through his extensive publication record. His research spans critical areas of neurology, including epilepsy, sleep disorders, and movement disorders. Notable publications include work on “Pseudoephedrine-induced nonconvulsive status epilepticus,” “Impact of Long-Term Gonadotropin Replacement Treatment on Sleep in Men,” and “Magnetic resonance spectroscopy in two siblings with chorea-acanthocytosis.” He has also explored the neural underpinnings of urges and tics, publishing on “Involvement of insula and cingulate cortices in control and suppression of natural urges” and “Neuroimaging of neuronal circuits involved in tic generation in patients with Tourette syndrome.” His research on sleep disorders includes studies such as “Sleep architecture in Sheehan's syndrome before and 6 months after growth hormone replacement therapy” and “Ocular blood flow in patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS).” Dr. Aksu has also focused on conditions like Restless Legs Syndrome, with publications such as “Correlation Between Putative Indicators of Primary Restless Legs Syndrome Severity.”