Professional Experience
Dr. Zırh has a prolific career in neurosurgery, with significant contributions to the treatment of movement disorders.
- Current Position: Neurosurgeon at Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER), Istanbul, Turkey
- Previous Roles: Neurosurgeon at VKV American Hospital, Istanbul
- Surgeries Performed: Over 2,000 surgical interventions for Parkinson’s and other movement disorders; more than 1,450 Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries
Academic Contributions
Dr. Zırh is actively involved in academic and research activities, contributing to the advancement of neurosurgical techniques.
- Teaching Positions: Instructor of deep brain stimulation techniques at Boston University, USA
- Research Interests: Functional neurosurgery, movement disorders, deep brain stimulation
- Conferences: Regular participant and speaker at international neurosurgery and movement disorder conferences
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Zırh specializes in the surgical treatment of various movement disorders using advanced neurosurgical techniques.
- Parkinson’s disease
- Epilepsy
- Dystonia
- Tic disorders
- Chorea
- Huntington’s disease
- Cerebral palsy in children
He employs minimally invasive surgical methods, allowing for quicker patient recovery and reduced hospital stays.
Publications and Research
Dr. Zırh has authored numerous scientific papers and book chapters, contributing significantly to the field of neurosurgery.
- Intradural spinal lipoma: Report of a case – Journal of Pediatric Neurosciences, 1989
- Spinal extradural cysts: Report of two cases – Marmara Medical Journal, 1990
- Lhermitte-Duclos disease in a young adult – Turkish Neurosurgery, 1990
His research focuses on improving surgical outcomes and developing innovative treatments for movement disorders.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Zırh is committed to providing patient-centered care, emphasizing empathy, communication, and education.
- Believes in 24/7 accessibility for patient consultations and support
- Focuses on individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs
- Offers online pre-consultations for international patients
- Ensures cultural sensitivity and patient satisfaction throughout the treatment process
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Zırh is a member of several prestigious national and international medical organizations.
- Turkish Neurosurgical Society
- European Society of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
- American Academy of Advancement of Science
- World Federation of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
- International Association for the Study of Pain
- American Pain Society
- World Neuromodulation Society
- American Neuromodulation Society
- American Society of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
- The Movement Disorder Society
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Ali Zırh board-certified?
- Yes, Dr. Zırh is board-certified in neurosurgery and holds memberships in several international neurosurgical societies.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He specializes in functional neurosurgery, including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and other minimally invasive procedures for movement disorders.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, Dr. Zırh offers consultations and treatments for international patients, including online pre-consultations.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stays vary depending on the procedure but are generally short due to minimally invasive surgical techniques.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Zırh is fluent in English and Turkish.
