Herniated Disk Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Ali Rıza Tosun is a neurosurgeon at Egemed Hospitals in Izmir. He treats spinal conditions and brain tumors, including herniated disks, spinal stenosis, and spinal cord abscesses. He works at Egemed Hospitals, which treats 100,000 patients annually and serves as a surgical hub in the Izmir region. Dr. Tosun performs cranial and spinal neurosurgery for international patients.

Specialized in brain and surgery with training from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – a leading institution in neurosurgery.

• Over 34 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Worked at top hospitals like Mersin University and Acıbadem
• Medical faculty lecturer at Mersin University

Dr. Hakan Seckin is a neurosurgeon at Medicana Bursa Hospital in Turkey. He performs complex neuro-oncology and spinal surgery. Dr. Seckin treats brain tumors, glioblastomas, and herniated disks. He also manages cerebral artery aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.

He works at Medicana Bursa Hospital, which has 300 beds and a staff of 100 doctors. Dr. Seckin conducts online consultations for international patients. He treats cranial conditions and spinal stenosis.

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon with over 45 years of experience, specializing in spinal surgery and herniated disc treatments at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic.

• Performs endoscopic surgeries for herniated discs and spinal disorders
• Holds fellowships from Yale University and the University of Florida
• Author of 47 articles published in SCI international journals
• Member of AANS and Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Recipient of multiple awards for research and presentations

Dr. Seung-Jae Hyun is a neurosurgeon at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH). He treats spinal conditions including herniated disks and spina bifida. Dr. Hyun works at a center ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek. He treats both adult and pediatric patients. SNUBH treats 1.5 million patients annually and holds Global Healthcare Accreditation for international patient safety. Dr. Hyun provides online consultations for patients seeking second opinions from abroad.

Prof. Dr. Gulsah Bademci specializes in brain, nerve, spine, and spinal cord surgery, with a focus on spinal canal stenosis and herniated discs.

• 33 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil at the University of Arkansas
• Research fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine
• Holds ECFMG America Board Step 1 and EANS European Board certificates

Selected as the best doctor in Spine Disorder Treatment by leading South Korean newspapers – Professor Iltae Jang brings 43 years of neurosurgical expertise to Nanoori Hospital.

• Specializes in microscopic spinal surgery and minimally invasive techniques
• Published over 20 research papers on spinal disorders and surgical outcomes
• Fellowship-trained at prestigious spine centers in France
• President of multiple Korean spine surgery societies

Dr. Adem Yilmaz is a neurosurgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats brain tumors, cavernomas, and arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Yilmaz performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resection. He works at Medistate Hospital, which holds JCI accreditation and treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs spinal surgery, including discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal stenosis treatment.
• Conducts intracranial interventions such as brain aneurysm repair and craniotomy.
• Treats children and adults with conditions like craniostenosis and spina bifida.
• Provides online consultations for neurosurgical evaluations.

Pioneer of anterior cervical foraminotomy in Korea, Dr. Lim specializes in minimally invasive spine techniques at Nanoori Hospital.

• 38 years in neurosurgery, including military hospital leadership
• Developed mini spinal fusion surgery and painless post-op protocols
• Trained in cutting-edge spine techniques at University of Florida
• Director of Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society
• Published multiple studies on disc herniation outcomes

Dr. Kim specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, with extensive experience treating herniated disks at Nanoori Hospital.

• Over 32 years of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in endoscopic spine surgery techniques
• Member of multiple international spine societies including NASS and ISASS
• Trained in advanced spine procedures in Germany
• Published author on spine surgery techniques

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Gurelik specializes in spinal neurosurgery with 37 years of experience – performing surgical and non-surgical treatments for herniated disks at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Specialist in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery
• Expert in pediatric neurosurgery cases
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs both shunt and endoscopic surgeries

Dr. Kamran Aghayev has performed over 5,000 successful surgeries, with multiple US patents for spinal surgery innovations.

• Specializes in herniated disc treatment among other spine and brain conditions
• Developed unique surgical techniques like the PURED method for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Associate Professor of Neurosurgery with extensive academic contributions
• Fellowship-trained in spinal oncology at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
• Authored over 50 scientific papers and book chapters in neurosurgery

Dr. Sabri Aydin is a neurosurgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He performs brain and spine surgeries for children and adults, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transnasal tumor resections. He treats cerebral aneurysms, moyamoya disease, and arteriovenous malformations.

• Performs fetal surgery for spina bifida and treatments for hydrocephalus.
• Treats brain tumors using craniotomy and CyberKnife radiosurgery.
• Manages spinal disorders including herniated discs and spinal stenosis.
• Works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.

Specialist Dr. Teyyub Hesenov brings extensive neurosurgical expertise, trained at top Turkish universities and hospitals.

• Completed neurosurgery residency at Marmara University
• Specialized in cranial base surgery through advanced cadaver courses
• Published multiple research papers on complex neurosurgical cases
• Worked at leading hospitals including Medical Park and Bona Dea

Dr. Covaro actively contributes to spine surgery research and attends patients at Institut Universitari Dexeus and Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge.

• Member of Spanish Society of Orthopedics and other professional organizations
• Published several articles in scientific magazines
• Regular participant in international spine surgery meetings

Dr. Pablo Clavel is a spine surgeon at Centro de Neurología Avanzada (CNA) who specializes in motion-preserving lumbar surgery. Forbes included him in their list of the 100 best doctors in Spain. Dr. Clavel performs anterior approaches to restore spinal alignment and stabilize the spine.

• Specializes in anterior lumbar disc replacement (ADR) and anterior lumbar fusion (ALIF).
• Performs ALIF procedures using implant systems from NuVasive and Centinel Spine.
• Most patients stand up the same day or the day after surgery.
• Member of the Spanish Society of Neurosurgery (SENEC) and AO Spine.

Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at HM Hospitales Clinic – a leading center for spinal treatments.

• Specializes in complex spinal conditions
• Works at a top-tier university hospital
• Focuses on innovative neurosurgical techniques