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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr Canan Kocaman Yildrim

Pediatric neurologists are specialists who treat children from the newborn period through the teenage years. They deal with the conditions of the nervous system. The conditions that pediatric neurologist Canan Kocaman Yildrim treats are listed below::

  • Epilepsy
  • Reye Syndrome
  • Encephalitis
  • Meningitis
  • Brain Cancer
  • Myelitis
  • Neurosyphilis

A large number of children suffer from epilepsy and developmental problems, while a few are treated for unusual conditions like a metabolic or genetic disease. Some specific diseases like epilepsy and pediatric stroke are treated at a hospital using special techniques.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim

Neurological conditions produce the following conditions in children. However, symptoms might vary from person to person. Every condition has its symptoms.:

  • Delay in Learning to Speak
  • Avoidance of Eye Contact or Poor Eye Contact
  • Tremors or involuntary movements
  • Stiff muscles with normal reflexes (rigidity)
  • Abnormal Body Posturing or Facial Expressions
  • Abnormal Tone of Voice
  • Lack of balance and muscle coordination (ataxia)
  • Flat or Monotonous Speech
  • Inappropriate Social Interaction
  • Behavioral Disturbances
  • Stiff muscles and exaggerated reflexes (spasticity)
  • Deficits in Language Comprehension

Sometimes, it becomes a little difficult to identify these symptoms as the cause of neurological conditions because the symptoms might look like other health conditions. Your child should see a pediatric neurologist if he/she has any of the above symptoms.

Operating Hours of Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim

Dr Canan Kocaman Yildrim works from 10 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available at the given time, call the doctor or his assistant to confirm his availability.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim

Dr Canan Kocaman Yildrim performs a number of popular procedures listed below:

  • Epilepsy Treatment
  • Lumbar Puncture

Pediatric neurologists can perform different surgeries. Medication is the primary treatment used by them to control a symptom of neurological disorders. Pediatric neurologists are trained to perform some minor surgeries but generally, they do not perform any major surgery.

Qualification

  • Bachelors Degree Masters Degree, Istanbul School of Medicine, Istanbul University, 1997
  • Doctorate, Pediatrics, Bakirkoy Maternity and Children Hospital, Ministry of Health, 2002

Past Experiences

  • 2004 – 2007 Fellowship, Pediatric Neurology, School of Medicine, Marmara University
  • 2008 – 2010 Conscription, Pediatric Neurology, Diyarbakır Children Hospital
  • 2010 – 2010 Pediatric Neurology, Zeynep Kamil Teaching and Research Hospital, Istanbul
  • 2010 – 2013 Erdem Hospital, Umraniye
  • 2010 – 2014 Metin Sabancı Spastic Children Foundation
  • 2014 – to date Physician office
  • 2018 – to date Visiting Lecturer / Child Development / Kartal Gedik University
  • 2018 – to date BaSkent University Istanbul Health Practices and Research Center
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Fellowship, Pediatric Neurology, School of Medicine, Marmara University, 2007

MEMBERSHIPS (7)

  • Turkish Association of Pediatric Neurology
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Association of Pediatrics
  • Spastic Childrens Foundation of Turkey
  • Turkish Society of Sleep Medicine
  • European Society of Pediatric Neurology
  • Asia-Oceania Association of Pediatric Neurology

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PROCEDURES

  • Epilepsy Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim have?
Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim is a specialized Pediatric Neurologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim have?
Dr. Canan Kocaman Yildrim is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 16 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Pediatric Neurologist

What does a pediatric neurologist do?

Child neurologists treat a wide variety of conditions in children. Neurologists deal with children affected with seizures, head injuries, and muscle weakness. They also design treatment plans and manage the care of children with diseases like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism. A pediatric neurologist may also treat children with learning disabilities. Since neurology is a vast field, not all pediatric doctors specialize in the treatment of all conditions related to the brain and nervous system. Some of the doctors are trained to focus on treating limited conditions, such as brain tumors, epilepsy, cerebral palsy. Also, neurologists provide direct care to their patients in clinics and hospitals. Pediatric neurologists also interpret imaging and laboratory tests and prescribe medication. They diagnose and treat acute as well as chronic diseases that can affect the brain and the nervous system, such as headaches, seizures, learning disabilities, and concussions.

What are the tests required before and during consultation by a pediatric neurologist?

Below-listed diagnostic tests are required before and during a consultation with a pediatric neurologist:

  • Metabolic testing
  • Eectroencephalogram (EEG)
  • Vision, Speech and Hearing Tests
  • Genetic Testing
  • Brain imaging tests
  • Cranial ultrasound
  • (CT scan) brain
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain
  • Physical Exam

If your child is showing symptoms related to the nervous system, they will have to undergo one or more tests. As a parent, it’s crucial for you to know that doctors, technicians, nurses are specially trained to perform these procedures and help him feel calm during a test. The treatment is planned after the evaluation of the diagnostic test results.

When should you go to see a pediatric neurologist?

If your child is showing the below symptoms, consider seeing a pediatric neurologist: Issues with speech, balance, coordination, memory, or muscle control that your primary doctor thinks that is caused due to the brain and nervous system conditions. Regular follow-up for back injury, a neck, head after undergoing initial emergency treatment.

  1. Persistent headaches, 2 weakness,
  2. vertigo,
  3. dizziness

You should also seek consultation from a pediatric neurologist if your child your child’s pediatrician identifies an abnormality that requires further evaluation, like brain mass on a CT scan of the child’s head