99 Best Ankylosing Spondylitis Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,000 orthopedic surgeries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in spinal diseases and arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Bayram earned his medical degree from the prestigious Marmara University. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis, and spinal fractures. Hisar Hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting high safety and treatment standards.

• Expert in minimally invasive knee, shoulder, and ankle arthroscopy.
• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for herniated discs and canal stenosis.
• Treats orthopedic trauma and developmental hip dysplasia.

46 years pioneering plastic and reconstructive surgery – Dr. Herrero integrates advanced 3D surgical planning for precise, personalized outcomes.

• Founder of Alma IT Systems, a platform for virtual surgical planning
• Specializes in complex facial and body contouring procedures
• Leader of the Herrero Jover Médicos Unit at Centro Médico Teknon
• Authored 150+ publications and presented at 350+ international congresses

Dr. Oliver is a leading neurosurgeon with over 50 years of experience, pioneering minimally invasive and robotic spine surgery in Europe.

• Specializes in complex spinal disorders and motion-preserving techniques
• Performs over 200 spine surgeries annually, with focus on minimally invasive approaches
• Director of the Brain Tumor Center and Neuroinstitut Oliver-Ayats at Teknon
• Author of 150+ scientific publications and frequent international speaker
• Trained at renowned centers like Karolinska Institute and Montreal Neurological Institute

The doctor is an experienced neurosurgeon with over 15 years of clinical practice in Turkey. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has served in various high-profile medical institutions, including Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, and Bahçeşehir University Medical Park Göztepe Hospital.

Specializing in neurosurgical procedures, the doctor has extensive experience in managing complex neurological conditions and providing comprehensive patient care. Having served in both private hospital systems and state-run facilities, the doctor possesses a broad clinical background in surgical interventions and neurological health management.

With 900+ orthopedic procedures performed, Dr Theeracha Wuttiphan specializes in spinal and joint surgeries at ID Clinic Bangkok.

• 26 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon
• Specializes in knee arthroscopy and spinal surgeries
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for joint pain
• Surgeon at multiple leading hospitals including Thammasat University Hospital and Rajavithi Hospital
• Skilled in stem cell therapy for arthritis and joint pain

Dr. Kayhan Turan brings extensive orthopedic expertise, specializing in Ankylosing spondylitis at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Trained at Northwestern University Medical School
• Member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology at Uludağ University
• Affiliated with the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kurklu has 23 years of orthopedic expertise, including specialized focus on Ankylosing spondylitis at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Published 72 scientific papers on orthopedics and traumatology
• Completed fellowships at top US universities
• Head of Hand Transplantation Department since 2017
• Trained at Gulhane Military Medical Faculty

Dr Piya Assawaboonyadej specializes in orthopedic oncology and reconstruction, with advanced training from the University of Iowa.

• 18 years of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Fellowship-trained in orthopedic oncology at a top US institution
• Member of the Thai Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
• Published research on bone tumors and surgical techniques
• Currently practices at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok

Dr. Tuna specializes in treating Ankylosing spondylitis with a focus on minimally invasive techniques at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Completed residency with a focus on advanced orthopedic procedures
• Extensive experience in joint pain and arthritis management
• Active member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Uses arthroscopic surgery for precise and less invasive treatment

Dr. Yunus Uysal specializes in advanced joint reconstruction and robotic replacement surgery, with extensive training in arthroplasty and spinal procedures.

• Fellowship-trained in hip and knee robotic replacement surgery
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction
• Advanced training in developmental hip dysplasia and spinal surgery
• Performs both basic and advanced arthroscopic procedures

Dr. Sokucu brings 23 years of specialized orthopedic experience to treating Ankylosing spondylitis at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Board-certified in Orthopaedics and Traumatology by European and Turkish boards
• Faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University – trains future orthopedic specialists
• Published 15+ international research papers on advanced orthopedic techniques
• Expertise in minimally invasive surgical approaches for spinal conditions

Dr. Demiralp brings extensive expertise in orthopedic oncology and trauma surgery, with a focus on complex cases at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained at Mayo Clinic's Orthopedic Department
• Specializes in limb-sparing surgery and external fixation
• Multiple award-winning research in musculoskeletal oncology
• Member of Turkish Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
• Associate Professor in Orthopedic Oncology and Trauma

Dr. Kantaphong Thongrong integrates advanced robotics and non-invasive technologies to enhance outcomes in chronic pain management and neurorehabilitation at PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Board-certified physiatrist with expertise in ultrasound-guided interventions
• Pioneers wearable exoskeleton gait training for improved mobility
• Head of Rehabilitation Department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Founder of PYONG Rehabilitation Group, focusing on patient-centric design

Founded SOMATODYNAMICS – a groundbreaking approach to treating musculoskeletal conditions like ankylosing spondylitis. Honored inventor with 62 international patents.

• 53 years leading clinical rehabilitation research
• Trained over 5,800 medical specialists
• Head of Clinical Rehabilitation at Peoples' Friendship University
• Develops innovative treatment technologies

Dr. Yosawat Tangtrongchit is an orthopaedic surgeon. He has subspecialty expertise in spine surgery.

He earned his MD from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (2002–2008). He holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery from Phramongkutklao Hospital (2011–2015). He completed a clinical fellowship in spine surgery at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital (2024–2025).

Dr. Burak Gunaydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in prosthetic surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and pediatric orthopedic oncology. Dr. Gunaydin won the Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award for clinical research.

• Completed AO Trauma advanced surgical training in Austria.
• Performs single-bundle and double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Publishes research in the International Journal of Surgery and Archives of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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.