Best Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) Doctors in test — TOP 12

Dr. Nnamdi Elenwoke specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery at Centro Médico Teknon's Neuroinstitut – one of Europe's leading neurosurgical centers.

• 15+ years of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained in endoscopic skull base surgery at Emory University
• Uses advanced imaging and neuronavigation systems for precision
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Focuses on maximum preservation of neurological function

Over 6,000 spine surgeries performed – Dr. Hwang specializes in minimally invasive TLIF procedures at Leadheal Hospital.

• 30 years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
• Expert in endoscopic spine techniques for faster recovery
• CEO & Chief Spine Surgeon at Lead Hill Hospital
• 2021 Eunpyeong Grand Prize winner
• Member of Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society

Dr. Necati Kaplan is an Associate Professor and neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in the surgical treatment of brain and spine tumors, vascular diseases, and hydrocephalus. Dr. Kaplan holds international certification in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques from Mainz and Tuttlingen. He actively publishes clinical research on vertebral fractures and cervical surgery outcomes.

• Board Member of the Association of Nervous System Surgery.
• Expertise in stem cell and exosome therapies for spinal trauma.
• Co-authored clinical series covering 271 lumbar microdiscectomies and 200 cervical surgeries.
• Completed training in advanced neuroendoscopy and the keyhole surgical concept.

Specializes in Robotic Surgery techniques – focuses on urological and female reconstructive procedures at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in urology
• Skilled in robotic and laparoscopic surgeries for urological conditions
• Performs all types of female incontinence surgeries

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.

The doctor is a specialist in Otorhinolaryngology practicing at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja. With a medical degree and specialization obtained from the Universidad Católica de Louvain, the doctor focuses on the diagnosis and management of ear, nose, and throat conditions, including hearing, nasal, and laryngeal symptoms. The clinical practice encompasses adult ENT consultations, outpatient diagnostics, and multidisciplinary medical assessments within a private hospital setting.

The doctor maintains professional memberships with the Belgian Royal Society of ENT and the French Society of Otolaryngology, bringing international training and expertise to the treatment of patients in Alicante.

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Specializes in spinal surgery with precision and patient-centered care at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Extensive experience in complex spine conditions
• Trained in neurosurgery at renowned hospitals in France
• Focuses on minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Combines advanced surgical methods with compassionate care

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in neurosurgery with advanced training in spinal procedures, including TLIF, at Atlas University Hospital.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University in brain and neurosurgery
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on spinal and neurosurgical conditions
• Participated in advanced spinal surgery courses

Prof. Halil Can specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, including advanced TLIF procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Published 6+ studies on transforaminal lumbar techniques
• Professor of neurosurgery with specialized cadaver research
• Uses endoscopic and microsurgical approaches for disc issues
• Performs complex spinal fusion and deformity corrections

Neurosurgeon with 14 years at the University Clinical Hospital in Olsztyn. Long‑time Head of the Adult “Budzik” Clinic. Performed the first stimulator implantations in coma patients in Europe. Provides DBS for Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy. Performs complex brain and spine surgery. Promotes minimally invasive pain care.

Completed international training in pain, dystonia, neurodegeneration, and neuroendoscopy. Training sites included Johns Hopkins and centers in Germany, the UK, and Switzerland. Presented internationally on trigeminal neuralgia, CRPS, modern coma care, and zona incerta stimulation in Parkinson’s disease.

Board member of the International Neuromodulation Society (INS). Member of IFNE, the London Pain Forum, and Polish neurosurgical and spine societies. At Wilmed, provides surgical treatment of spinal disorders and minimally invasive spinal pain therapy.