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Latest articles and posts on Deep Brain Stimulation, Parkinson's, and movement disorders.

Brain Pacemaker Improves Quality of Life in Parkinson's Disease
25 August 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Brain Pacemaker Improves Quality of Life in Parkinson's Disease

In Parkinson's disease, which arises from a reduction in dopamine in the brain, the patient's quality of life improves thanks to Deep Brain Stimulation. Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak stated that Deep Brain Stimulation surgery is the best treatment method for eligible patients.

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DBS Congress Contributes to a Common Scientific Foundation
28 January 2026
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

DBS Congress Contributes to a Common Scientific Foundation

The 2nd Congress of the Deep Brain Stimulation Association concluded successfully in Antalya.

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Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Brings Hope to Tourette Syndrome
20 November 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Brings Hope to Tourette Syndrome

A Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery was successfully performed at Istanbul Atlas University Faculty of Medicine Hospital on a patient whose quality of life was severely affected by Tourette syndrome.

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New Developments in Brain Pacemaker Technology
15 April 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

New Developments in Brain Pacemaker Technology

The most significant technological advances in deep brain stimulation involve changes in electrode configuration, enabling targeted stimulation in desired directions within the target region — minimizing side effects and improving patient outcomes.

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Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak: "New Developments in DBS Were Discussed"
25 August 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak: "New Developments in DBS Were Discussed"

The 1st Congress of the Deep Brain Stimulation Association, which brought together leading experts in the field, was held at Istanbul Atlas University Vadi Campus.

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Pioneer of Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Comes to Istanbul
25 August 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Pioneer of Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Comes to Istanbul

The 1st Congress of the Deep Brain Stimulation Society brought together scientists working in the field of brain pacemakers in Istanbul on 3–5 January 2025. Prof. Abdelhamid Benazzouz, one of the pioneers of DBS surgery, also attended the congress.

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Recent Developments in Dystonia Treatment
14 April 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Recent Developments in Dystonia Treatment

Dystonia management requires a multifaceted approach encompassing botulinum toxin injections, deep brain stimulation (DBS), and physiotherapy. GPi DBS in particular offers promising results for patients with primary generalised dystonia, with efficacy increasing progressively over the years.

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Recovery Process After Brain Pacemaker Surgery
14 April 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Recovery Process After Brain Pacemaker Surgery

The recovery process after brain pacemaker surgery is a careful, closely monitored period that begins once the surgical procedure has been safely completed. Learn what to expect in the days, weeks, and months following Deep Brain Stimulation surgery.

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Reducing Parkinson's Symptoms with Brain Pacemaker Treatment
15 April 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Reducing Parkinson's Symptoms with Brain Pacemaker Treatment

The brain pacemaker can significantly reduce symptoms such as tremor, rigidity, and slowness of movement in patients with movement disorders, improve quality of life, and reduce the need for medication.

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Epilepsy Surgery: When Is It Necessary?
14 April 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Epilepsy Surgery: When Is It Necessary?

Epilepsy surgery is a treatment option evaluated for patients with seizures that are resistant to medication. Resective and palliative surgical methods, along with alternatives such as VNS and DBS, offer a comprehensive treatment approach.

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Which Diseases Is the Brain Pacemaker Used For?
14 April 2025
  • Prof. Dr. Ersoy Kocabıçak

Which Diseases Is the Brain Pacemaker Used For?

The brain pacemaker (Deep Brain Stimulation – DBS) is a surgical treatment option applied when drug therapy proves insufficient for certain neurological conditions, including Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, epilepsy, and certain psychiatric disorders.

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