Best Spina bifida (cleft spine) Doctors in test — TOP 27

Pioneer in robotic spine surgery – Dr. Oliver leads the Neurosurgery Institute at Centro Médico Teknon, specializing in complex spinal conditions.

• 50 years of experience of neurosurgery experience, focusing on minimally invasive techniques
• Performs over 200 spinal surgeries annually, including motion-preserving procedures
• Co-founder of the Foundation for Functional Neurosurgery
• President of the European Skull Base Society
• Uses advanced microsurgical and radiosurgery techniques

Over 46 years of experience as a specialist in reconstructive surgery, including correction of birth defects like spina bifida. He leads his own unit at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Expert in advanced 3D virtual surgical planning for precision
• Has authored 150+ scientific publications on surgical techniques
• Performs complex burn and scar reconstructive procedures
• Pioneer in computer-assisted surgery, formerly president of CARS
• Fellowship-trained in reconstructive surgery in Israel and Brazil

Dr. Conesa specializes in complex neurosurgery, including spinal cord tumors and spina bifida, with decades of experience at leading hospitals in Barcelona.

• Director of Neurosurgery at Teknon Medical Centre
• Extensive experience in brain stem and spinal cord surgery
• Trained at top institutions like Massachusets General Hospital
• Member of European and Spanish neurosurgical societies

Head of Functional Neurosurgery at Ruber International Hospital since 2005 – specializes in complex neurological conditions.

• 180+ publications in medical journals, including 60 in high-impact international journals
• Member of the Executive Council of the International Society of Stereotactic Radiosurgery
• Honorary Professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid
• Recipient of the National Medical Prize in neurosurgery

Dr. Alon Friedlander is a leading orthopedic spine surgeon listed among Israel’s Top Doctors by Forbes. He serves as the Director of the Orthopedic Department at Sheba Medical Center. Dr. Friedlander treats complex spinal disorders in both adult and pediatric patients. He uses both minimally invasive and open surgical techniques for precision care.

• Specializes in scoliosis surgery and complex spinal deformity correction.
• Treats primary and metastatic spinal tumors using advanced surgical techniques.
• Completed fellowships in spine surgery in the USA, France, and Hong Kong.
• Consultant for elite Israeli soccer teams and the Spartak Basketball Club.

Prof. Erkan Kaptanoglu specializes in complex spinal surgeries, including spina bifida, with over 34 years of experience of neurosurgical experience. He has led groundbreaking research in spinal cord regeneration.

• Pioneered autologous stem cell therapy for spinal cord injuries
• Recipient of multiple prestigious awards for spinal research
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Published 100+ scientific articles and 52 book chapters
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine international societies

Dr. Zvi Cohen is the Director of the Neurosurgery Department at Sheba Medical Center. He was recently recognized in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors list for 2025. Dr. Cohen specializes in treating complex brain, pituitary, and spinal cord tumors. He founded the brain tumor tissue bank at Sheba to support oncological research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in neurosurgery and leads clinical trials for malignant brain tumors.

• Completed fellowships in neurosurgical oncology at MD Anderson and neuroradiology at Beth Israel.
• Expert in intraoperative MRI, stereotactic biopsies, and image-guided resections.
• Performs radiosurgery and minimally invasive microsurgery for CNS tumors.
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Dr. Sinan Comu has over 30 years of experience of experience in pediatric neurology, specializing in conditions like spina bifida. He follows American treatment approaches from his training in the USA.

• Specializes in pediatric neurology at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Trained at Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital and the University of Pittsburgh
• Member of The Turkish Neurological Society and The Child Neurology Society

Dr. Ahmet Nadir Tosyali is a pediatric surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He holds the Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate. Dr. Tosyali treats complex conditions like Wilms tumor, neuroblastoma, and spina bifida. He provides care at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Specializes in neonatal surgery, pediatric urology, and oncological procedures.
• Completed training in anorectal malformations and international hypospadias repair.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery and the Pediatric Urology Society.
• Works at a Top 10 world hospital according to MTQUA rankings.

Dr. Baran Yil brings specialized neurosurgery expertise from Yale School of Medicine and Marmara University, focusing on complex spine conditions.

• Trained under Prof. Dr. Türker KILIÇ at Marmara University
• Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
• Awarded Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Prize
• Active in organizing neurosurgery and skull-base anatomy courses

One of Israel's top neurosurgeons with 47 years of experience of experience – Prof. Rochkind specializes in Spina bifida treatment at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Expert in peripheral nerve microsurgery and minimally invasive techniques
• Trained at leading hospitals in Canada, Germany, and South Africa
• Heads the Israeli Society of Laser Neurotechnologies
• Uses modern laser and bioengineering technologies for safer surgeries

Over 30 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery – Dr. Kapici focuses on complex spine conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Head of Neurosurgery Department at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Spine Society of Europe and Turkish Spinal Surgery Group
• Trained in microsurgery and advanced spine techniques
• 30 years of experience as Neurosurgery Specialist at Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital

Prof. Margalit Navo has performed 70+ meningioma surgeries and 100+ skull base tumor removals at Ichilov Medical Center.

• Heads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov
• Specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic skull tumor removal
• Trained in advanced surgical techniques in the US
• Member of Israel Neurosurgical Society and North American Skull Base Society

With over 33 years of experience in pediatrics and pediatric neurology, Prof. Serdal Gungor specializes in spina bifida care at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Subspecialty training in pediatric neurology at Hacettepe University
• Professor at İnönü University with 33 years of experience in that role
• Extensive experience in both clinical practice and academic research

Dr. Suwit Tangcharoenwathanakul is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine disorders. He has subspecialty training in spine surgery.

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University (2010). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Hatyai Hospital (2015). Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Center of Excellence, Lerdsin Hospital (2020).

Leads the Pediatric Neurosurgery Department at Rambam Medical Center – a key center for advanced childhood neurological care.

• Focuses exclusively on neurosurgical conditions in children
• Experienced in managing complex spinal cases from birth
• Oversees a specialized department dedicated to pediatric care

Prof. Ernst-Johannes Haberl is among top pediatric neurosurgeons, specializing in endoscopic neurosurgery and craniofacial surgery at Charité.

• Specializes in hydrocephalus treatment and microneurosurgery
• Expert in craniomaxillofacial surgery for complex cases
• Recognized by patients for exceptional pediatric neurosurgery

Dr. Baskan specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with 17 years of experience of focused experience in spina bifida and congenital anomalies at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Pediatric Neurosurgery Group and Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Faculty member at Biruni University Department of Neurosurgery
• Works with neurooncological surgery and hydrocephalus cases

Dr. Teyyub Hesenov specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on complex spinal conditions, trained at top institutions in Turkey.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Marmara University – a leading medical school
• Published multiple research papers on spinal and cranial conditions
• Participated in advanced cadaver courses for cranial base surgery
• Former assistant at Bahcesehir University's Medical Park hospitals
• Authored book chapters on spinal injuries and neurosurgical treatments

Dr. Ahmet Oktem brings extensive research experience in pediatrics and biotechnology to his practice at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialized in pediatrics at Hacettepe University
• Conducted research at Ankara University's Biotechnology Institute
• Worked at Dr. Ridvan Ege Health Research Center