Best Spinal pain Doctors in test — TOP 34

One of Spain's most respected plastic surgeons with over 46 years of experience of clinical and academic excellence. He leads his own unit at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Global pioneer in virtual surgical planning using 3D simulation
• Author of 150+ publications and speaker at 350+ international congresses
• Fellowship-trained at Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem and Fluminense Clinic in Brazil
• Former President of CARS, the world's leading congress on surgical technology
• Founder of the Vicente Mirabet Foundation for reconstructive surgery

A pioneer in robotic spine surgery, Dr. Oliver uses the Mazor Robotics Renaissance System for precise, motion-preserving procedures. He performs over 200 spine surgeries annually at the Oliver & Ayats Institute at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Over 50 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Co-founded the Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery and the Foundation for Functional Neurosurgery
• President of the European Skull Base Society and other leading international surgical societies
• Advanced surgical training at top centers like the Karolinska Institute and Montreal Neurological Institute
• Provides remote consultations for second opinions and treatment planning

Dr. Celal Salcini specializes in neurology with a focus on spinal cord diseases at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. With ongoing scientific studies, he brings cutting-edge knowledge to patient care.

• Completed neurology training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Authored a chapter on spinal cord diseases in Merrit's Neurology Handbook
• Expert in electrophysiology, dementias, and movement disorders
• Fluent in English, Serbian, and Bosnian for diverse patient communication

Dr. Pongwat Polpong is a neurosurgeon at EDNA Wellness in Bangkok. He performed the first endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery at Bangkok Hospital Chanthaburi. This minimally invasive procedure treats pituitary tumors through the nasal pathway. He trained at the International Neuroscience Institute in Germany and major Thai hospitals.

• Has performed 2,000+ operations throughout his surgical career.
• Leads regenerative medicine programs as Chief Physician at EDNA Wellness.
• Treats brain tumors, spinal disorders, and stroke complications.
• Authored multiple peer-reviewed studies on lumbar discectomy and spinal pathology.

Dr. Kantaphong Thongrong specializes in chronic pain management using advanced robotics and non-invasive technologies at PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Board-certified in rehabilitation medicine with expertise in ultrasound-guided interventions
• Head of Rehabilitation Department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Conducts research on wearable exoskeleton robotic gait training for pain management
• Founder of a premium rehabilitation center focusing on innovative treatments
• Instructor at King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati has over 41 years of experience of experience treating neurological conditions, with a strong focus on spinal pain at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in neurology at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Worked abroad in the US on dementia and behavioral neurology
• Over two decades of practice at prominent Istanbul hospitals
• Associate Professor since 1994
• Current team member at Florence Nightingale since 2013

Dr Roberto Hernandez is a neurosurgeon trained in the USA and Canada, specializing in spinal pain interventions.

• Performs an average of 30-60 neurology surgeries per month
• Uses the latest technology for all surgical procedures
• Works at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali

Associate professor with expertise in Clinical Neurophysiology – Dr. Altindag specializes in neurology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 28 years of experience of experience in neurology
• Multiple awards for epilepsy and neurophysiology research
• Member of Turkish Neurology Association and other scientific organizations
• Specializes in Clinical Neurophysiology subspecialty

With over 25 years of clinical and academic experience, the doctor is a highly accomplished specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Clinical expertise encompasses hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery. The doctor has held significant positions at various training and research hospitals, including serving as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor has pursued international professional development, including an observership at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. After being appointed Associate Professor in 2018, the doctor attained the rank of Professor in 2024 and currently practices as a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Head of the Advanced Neurosciences Unit at Quirónsalud – Dr. Torres specializes in complex neurological diagnostics and patient-centered care.

• Over 16 years of experience of neurology experience
• Expertise in epilepsy and movement disorders
• Member of the Spanish Society of Neurology
• Trained at Hospital General Universitario de Alicante

Dr. Oriol Franch heads the neurology departments at two major hospitals in Madrid. He is a specialist in complex diagnostic cases and second medical opinions. Dr. Franch focuses on neuro-ophthalmology, movement disorders, and rare neurogenetic conditions. He works at the JCI-accredited Hospital Ruber Internacional, ranked among Spain's top six hospitals.

• Expert in Parkinson’s disease and neuromuscular disorder management.
• Authored peer-reviewed research for the Journal of Neurology and Acta Neuropathologica.
• Member of the American Academy of Neurology and the European Neurological Society.
• Provides multidisciplinary evaluations for international patients with unclear diagnoses.

Dr. Arroyo leads neurology teams at Quironsalud Madrid – overseeing cutting-edge trials and treatments for complex spinal pain conditions.

• 30 years of experience specializing in neurology and spinal disorders
• Published 139 articles in leading journals like the New England Journal of Medicine
• Principal investigator for 100+ clinical trials in neuroscience
• Professor of Medicine at European University of Madrid

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in spinal pain treatment at Atlas University Hospital, with advanced training in spinal surgery techniques.

• Trained in advanced spinal surgery at Dokuz Eylül University
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published research on minimally invasive spinal procedures
• Participated in specialized spinal surgery courses

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Dr. Romero Imbroda leads the Neurology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella, specializing in complex spinal pain cases with advanced diagnostic technology.

• President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology – a leadership role in the field
• Author of multiple national and international scientific publications
• Fellow of the European Board of Neurology – recognized expertise
• Combines clinical practice with teaching at the University of Granada

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).

Specializes in geriatric medicine with a focus on aging-related conditions, including spinal pain. Works at PYONG Rehabilitation Group and Siriraj Hospital.

• Diplomate in Geriatric Medicine from the Thai General Medical Council
• Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine
• Lecturer at Mahidol University's Faculty of Medicine
• Completed geriatric observership at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Australia

Dr. Khunnarong specializes in interventional rehabilitation for spinal pain at PYONG Rehabilitation Group, combining pain management with neurorehabilitation expertise.

• 5 years of experience treating musculoskeletal and neurological conditions
• Trained in advanced techniques like dry needling
• Board-certified physiatrist with medical rehabilitation residency
• Works at Police General Hospital in Bangkok
• Member of Thai Rehabilitation Medicine Association