Herniated disk Doctors in test — Page 2

32 years of experience specializing in spine surgery – Dr. Michalik focuses on artificial disk implants and endoscopic herniated disk removal at Carolina Hospital.

• Expert in both lumbar and cervical spine procedures
• Trained internationally in Germany, USA, Monaco, and Switzerland
• Published multiple papers on neurosurgical techniques

Assoc. Prof. Ramazan Sari specializes in herniated disk treatments with over 22 years of experience of neurosurgery experience at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Published 35 international papers on spinal cord surgery
• Participated in EANS accreditation process
• Associate Professorship in Neurosurgery since 2021

1,100+ neurosurgical treatments performed – Dr. Netczuk specializes in spine surgery with extensive academic and clinical experience.

• 27 years of experience of neurosurgical practice
• Trained in endoscopic spine surgery techniques
• Member of EUROSPINE and Polish neurosurgical societies
• Academic lecturer with published research
• Performs at Carolina Hospital

1,100+ treatments performed – Dr. Melih Uc specializes in herniated disc and spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 19 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Trained at University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic
• Published research on minimally invasive spine techniques
• Associate professor with academic leadership

Prof. Dr. Onur Yaman has performed 1,100+ neurosurgical procedures, specializing in spine conditions at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• 17 years of experience of experience in neurology and neurosurgery
• Holds a patent for a spinal laminoplasty plate
• Member of multiple prestigious spine societies including AO Spine and Euro Spine
• Associate Professor with awards for best presentations

Professor Imer specializes in advanced spine techniques, including full-endoscopic surgery for herniated disks at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 41 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Certified in full-endoscopic spine surgery from Herne, Germany
• Expert in DISC Nucleoplasty for cervical and lumbar discs
• Published 68 articles and 9 book chapters on neurosurgery
• Former professor at Istanbul University's neurosurgery department

Dr. Jevgenijus Skuryginas has performed 900+ neurosurgical procedures with a focus on herniated disk treatment at VUL Santariškių Clinics.

• 21 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Specialized training in spinal neurosurgery from EANS
• Personally analyzes each case for tailored treatment plans
• 4.7 patient satisfaction rating

Dr. Roberto Hernandez-Pena is a neurosurgeon at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali. He completed a fellowship in neurology and neurosurgery in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Hernandez-Pena operates alongside Dr. Nestor Rodriguez as a specialized two-surgeon team. Together, they have performed neurosurgical procedures for over 18 years.

• Treats complex conditions like spinal stenosis, brain tumors, and herniated disks.
• Performs specialized surgeries including discectomy and laminectomy.
• Works at a facility accredited by the General Health Council of Mexico.
• Practices at a clinic featured in The New York Times and CNN.

26 years of experience specializing in herniated disk surgery – Dr. Akakin is an expert in far lateral lumbar disc procedures using microsurgical techniques.

• Fellowship-trained at Florida University in brain and nerve surgery
• Published multiple articles on neurosurgical techniques
• Associate Professor title reflecting academic leadership
• Specializes in complex neurovascular conditions

Dr. Baran Yil brings expertise from Yale School of Medicine and specializes in complex spinal conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Marmara University under Prof Dr Türker KILIÇ
• Completed a Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery and Spine Associations, plus AOSpine
• Recipient of the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement Prize

Professor Shimon Rochkind heads the peripheral nerve reconstruction unit at Ichilov–Sourasky Medical Center, using advanced laser and bioengineering technologies for neuro spinal disorders.

• 47 years of experience in neurosurgery and spinal procedures
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for complex cases
• Holds 8 patents in laser surgery and bioengineering
• Recipient of 2 national and 8 international research awards
• Editor-in-chief of 'Phototherapy and Laser Surgery' journal

1,100+ procedures performed – Dr. Akpinar specializes in neurosurgery at VM Hospitals.

• 10 years of experience of experience as a neurosurgeon
• Focuses on microdiscectomy and other spine treatments
• Associate professor with academic credentials

Professor Zvi Ram heads the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), placing him among the world's leading neurosurgeons. He treats patients at the Sourasky Medical Center in Israel.

• Specializes in minimally invasive surgery of the brain and spinal cord
• Expert in brain mapping and deep brain stimulation (DBS) techniques
• Trained in advanced microsurgical techniques in Switzerland
• Completed a prestigious fellowship in Image-Guided Neurosurgery for tumors
• Won the Goldhirsh Foundation Award for innovation in neurology treatment

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga brings 35 years of experience of expertise in neurosurgery, with a strong focus on spine and spinal cord surgery at NPISTANBUL Brain Hospital.

• Specializes in complex spinal procedures including herniated disk treatments
• Published in international peer-reviewed neurosurgery journals
• Presented research at major neurosurgery conferences worldwide
• Professor at NPISTANBUL, one of Turkey's leading neurosurgery centers
• Trained at Istanbul University Medical School, a top Turkish institution

Dr. Nurperi Gazioglu is a neurosurgeon at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She specializes in brain tumor removal and pituitary adenoma surgery. Dr. Gazioglu completed the EANS European Neurosurgery Course. This is a top-tier training standard for surgeons in Europe. She also trained at APHP Necker–Enfants Malades in France.

• Expertise in endoscopic pituitary surgery and endoscopic lumbar disc procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Moya-moya disease and arteriovenous malformations.
• Performs brain aneurysm repairs and brain tumor embolization.
• Studied epilepsy surgery and insular–hippocampal anatomy at Istanbul University.

Over 30 years of experience of neurosurgery experience, including 30 years of experience as Chief Assistant at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.

• Specializes in spine surgery with advanced training in microsurgery
• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Performs both basic and complex herniated disk procedures

Op. Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgeon. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020 and became a specialist in neurosurgery.

His clinical focus is spine and spinal cord disorders. He completed an observership in the Complex Spinal Surgery Department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgical center in the United Kingdom.

He completed mandatory service in Mardin. He also worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has been a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. He provides care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve disorders.

Professor Lidar is Head of Spine Surgery at Tel Aviv Medical Center, with advanced U.S. training in minimally invasive spine surgery.

• Over 35 years of experience of experience as a spinal neurosurgeon
• Specialized in minimally invasive techniques in Milwaukee and Memphis
• Contributed to European guidelines for tiny-spine surgery
• Active member of major international spine societies, including NASS
• Published around 50 articles in international medical journals