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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr. Yakup Krespi

Neurologists are medical professionals who can diagnose and treat diseases of the brain and spine. Since neurology covers the whole brain and nervous system, neurologists are trained to diagnose and treat a number of neurological disorders. Many neurologists also study a specific part of neurology after completing their residency training. Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. Yakup Krespi treats are:

  • Meningitis
  • Encephalitis
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Myelitis
  • Brain Cancer
  • Epilepsy
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Reye Syndrome
  • Brain Stroke
  • Neurosyphilis

The neurologist treats diseases that affect the nervous system, such as: infections (viral, bacterial, fungal) Cancers (benign, malignant) Neurological diseases are common, and the risks of developing them increase with age.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Yakup Krespi

You must see a neurologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of the brain and nervous system conditions.:

  • Slowed movement (bradykinesia)
  • Fatigue
  • Problems with sexual, bowel and bladder function
  • Temporary vision loss
  • Tremor (shaking, usually begins in a limb, often your hand or fingers)
  • Rigid muscles
  • Loss of automatic movements
  • Tingling or pain in parts of your body
  • Changes in smell or taste
  • Ringing in your ears (tinnitus)
  • Writing changes
  • Impaired posture and balance
  • Dizziness
  • Speech changes (Slurred speech)
  • Memory Loss

Sometimes, some other signs/symptoms may also appear along with the above-listed symptoms. These can be issues with senses like touch, smell, and touch, which are often caused due to sensory dysfunction. Consultation with a neurologist is recommended in such cases.

Operating Hours of Dr. Yakup Krespi

Doctor Yakup Krespi is available from 10 am to 4 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Always call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Yakup Krespi

The below-listed popular procedures that Dr. Yakup Krespi performs are::

  • Brachial Plexus Injuries/Stereotactic Procedures

The condition of the patient is accessed completely by the doctor before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. The neurologist is popular for their high success rate and patient-centric approach which helps fast recovery of the patient. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety.

Qualification

  • Istanbul University School of Medicine 1988
  • Universite Paris VI, UFR Pitie Salpetriere Neurology Residency
  • Doctorate Dissertation/Qualification Study/Title of Medical Specialty Dissertation in Year 1
  • Memoire Pour Le A.E.P.S De Neurologie: Hallucinose Pedonculaire-1989 Supervisor: Prof Jean Cambier
  • Anticorps Antiphospholipides et Phenomene de Moya-Moya Supervisor: Prof Jean Cambier
  • Maladies Myeloproliferatives et neuropaties Peripheriques Supervisor: Prof Jean Cambier

Past Experiences

  • Universite Paris VI, UFR Pitie Salpetriere Resident 1988-1993
  • Universite Paris VII, UFR Xavier Bichat, Hopital Beaujon, Noroloji Clinic Cheif Resident 1993-1994
  • CHR Hopital de Provins Neurologist 1994-1995
  • Neurological Sciences Institute, Istanbul University Assis. Prof. 1995-2005
  • Assignment, Department of Neurology, Istanbul School of Medicine, Istanbul University Assis. Prof. 1995-2005
  • Director, Stroke Center, Florence Nightingale Hospital Assoc. Prof. 2005-2012
  • Director, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Memorial Health Group Assoc. Prof. 2012-2017
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MEMBERSHIPS (8)

  • Turkish Neurological Society (Ankara, Turkey)
  • Turkish Neurological Society, Emergency Neurology and Neurological Critical Care Work Group (Ankara, Turkey)
  • Turkish Neurological Society Cerebrovascular Diseases Work Group (Ankara, Turkey)
  • Turkish Neurological Society Neruology Scientific Work Group (Ankara, Turkey)
  • Turkish Association of Cerebrovascular Diseases (Eskisehir/Turkey)
  • International Neurocritical Care Society, New York USA
  • Society of Intensive Care (Istanbul /Turkey)
  • Society of Intensive Care, Neurologic Intensive Care Work Group (Istanbul /Turkey)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Vertebral artery dissection presenting with isolated neck pain: Report of three cases and review of literature.
  • Venous infarction of brainstem and cerebellum: report of two cases and review of literature.
  • Cerebral vasculitis and ischaemic stroke in Behçet's disease: Report of one case and review of the literature.
  • Vertebral artery dissection presenting with isolated neck: Report of three cases and review of literature.
  • Image-guided keyhole evacuation of spontaneous supratentorial intracerebral hemorrhage.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brachial Plexus Injuries/Stereotactic Procedures

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Yakup Krespi have?
Dr. Yakup Krespi is a specialized Neurologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Yakup Krespi offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Yakup Krespi have?
Dr. Yakup Krespi is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 26 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurologist

What does a Neurologist do?

A neurologist is a doctor who has received training in diagnosing and treating conditions of the spinal cord, brain, and nerves. These conditions could affect thinking and behavior. A neurologist has to undergo mandatory training after becoming a doctor. This specialty is concerned with conditions that are linked to life and death scenarios owing to which the technologies and techniques in this field have advanced rapidly. Neurologists are also trained to perform a number of diagnostic tests to know the cause of a disease of the nervous system. Based on the tests, neurologists start treatment for a particular condition.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurologist?

Neurologists perform a set of diagnostic tests to confirm the underlying conditions. Based on the test results, the neurologist proceeds with the right treatment. The tests that help neurologists diagnose underlying neurological disorders are listed below::

  • Physical Exam
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Echocardiogram
  • Blood Tests
  • Cerebral Angiogram
  • Computerized tomography (CT) scan
  • Carotid Iltrasound

A neurologist might suggest some more tests as listed below:

  1. Angiography
  2. Biopsy Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  3. Electroencephalography
  4. Electromyography
  5. Electronystagmography
  6. Evoked potentials
  7. Myelography
  8. polysomnogram
  9. Thermography
When should you go to see a Neurologist

You need to visit a neurologist if you show any of the following signs:

Chronic headaches: If you suffer from migraine headaches, you need to consult a neurologist, especially when the signs are related to neurological deficits.

Chronic pain: In case of severe pain, your primary care doctor will refer you to a neurologist who will find out if there are some other underlying conditions for the symptoms.

Dizziness: If you experience vertigo or have difficulty maintain your balance, you should immediately see a neurologist as these can happen due to some serious conditions.

Numbness or tingling Numbness is usually experienced on one side of the body and can lead to a stroke.

Movement problems If you experience difficulty in shuffling your feet or feel tremors, see a neurologist.