Scoliosis Doctors Worldwide

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.

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. Emad Abdallah is a neurosurgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He specializes in spinal surgery and neuro-oncology. Dr. Abdallah co-authored a notable 2024 study on lumbar disc herniation. He completed his residency at Balikesir University in Turkey. His research includes investigating platelet-rich plasma treatments for spinal cord injuries.

• Performs laminectomy, discectomy, and radiofrequency ablation.
• Treats spinal stenosis, brain cysts, and complex spinal cord abscesses.
• Analyzes enzyme activity in patients with herniated disks.
• Uses minimally invasive spine techniques for faster patient recovery.

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr. Lovi brings European expertise in spine treatment with a diploma from the Spine Society of Europe, focusing on scoliosis care.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology at University of Milano-Bicocca
• Holds a European Diploma in Spine Treatment
• Member of Italian Society for Spine Surgery (GIS)
• Part of Eurospine, the Spine Society of Europe
• Active in the Scientific Board of EMSPOD

Dr. Pongsathron Liengwattanakul is an orthopedic specialist at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He focuses on restoring mobility through both surgical and regenerative treatments. Dr. Liengwattanakul treats complex conditions including scoliosis, degenerative spine disease, and joint osteoarthritis. He works within a facility holding AACI and GHA international medical accreditations.

• Performs knee and hip replacements and therapeutic arthroscopy.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for joint and spine repair.
• Treats various sports injuries, meniscus tears, and bone fractures.
• Offers total knee replacement using the OMNI robotic system.

Dr. Umut Dogu is a neurosurgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in treating degenerative spine diseases and traumatic spinal injuries. Dr. Dogu earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He completed his residency at Diskapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital. His expertise includes managing spinal tumors, infections, and congenital disorders like scoliosis.

• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and Turkish Medical Association.
• Performs pain-focused interventions like neuromodulation, vertebroplasty, and kyphoplasty.
• Works at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, which treats 10,000+ patients annually.
• Treats complex conditions including spinal stenosis, disc herniations, and spondylolisthesis.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in spinal surgery, including scoliosis, with extensive training in orthopedic trauma and sports injuries.

• Graduated from Istanbul University's Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Completed residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching and Research Hospital
• Specialized in Orthopedic Oncology at Medeniyet University
• Focused on ligament and tendon injuries, including sports-related cases

Dr. Kenan Keklikci is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, joint prosthesis, and sports injuries. Dr. Keklikci completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis and severe osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.

• Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy.
• Performs robotic knee replacement and total hip replacement surgery.
• Expert in arthroscopic procedures for the ankle, hip, and knee.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery center – Prof. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 43 years of experience in spine surgery
• Trained at Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Member of Scoliosis Research Society and Group International Cotrel Dubousset
• Editorial board member for European Spine Journal

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer focuses on orthopedic research exploring treatments like Tendoflex® and Hypericum perforatum for tendon healing, with promising results.

• Specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on tendon injuries
• Conducted studies on Achilles tendon healing in experimental models
• Found promising results using Tendoflex® and Hypericum perforatum
• Research suggests potential for quicker surgical recovery

Dr. Dror has performed 900+ scoliosis treatments and is recognized by Forbes as a top specialist in pediatric spinal surgery.

• 35 years of experience in pediatric orthopedic surgery
• Completed specialized training in Paris under scoliosis expert Prof. Dubousset
• Director of Pediatric Orthopedics at Dana-Duak Children's Hospital
• Uses modern EOS imaging for precise spinal diagnostics
• Active member of Scoliosis Research Society and European Pediatric Orthopaedic Society

Head of spinal deformity at Ichilov – Dr. Morsi specializes in complex scoliosis corrections with minimally invasive techniques.

• 20 years of experience in pediatric and adult spinal surgery
• Fellowship-trained at Johns Hopkins and McGill University
• Performs microscopic and minimally invasive scoliosis operations
• Author of 30+ professional publications on spinal deformities
• Member of AO Spine and North American Spine Society

Dr. Marina Anuk is a rheumatologist with over 27 years of experience, specializing in complex rheumatological conditions at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specialized in Rheumatology at Ichilov Medical Center
• Participant in world rheumatology congresses
• Publishes research in medical journals
• Doctor of Medicine from University of Tbilisi

Prof. Dr. Sami Sokucu has performed 1,100 orthopedic treatments, specializing in scoliosis and complex spinal conditions.

• 23 years of experience in orthopedic oncology
• Member of the European Board of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Aydın University VM Medical Park Hospital
• Recipient of the Commitment Award from Provincial Health Directorate

Dr. Fatih Arslanohlu specializes in orthopedic conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with extensive training in bone diseases.

• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious medical faculty
• Expertise in knee and shoulder orthopedic treatments
• Experience across multiple top Turkish hospitals
• Special focus on joint and spinal conditions

Prof. Peter Bock is a leading Austrian trauma and orthopedic surgeon, specializing in reconstructive joint surgery at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Decades of experience in trauma surgery and orthopedics
• Specialized in joint reconstruction and arthroscopic surgery
• Associate Professor of Trauma Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna
• Focuses on shoulder stabilization and complex fracture management

Dr. Muki Yanev specializes in orthopedics, sports medicine, and joint replacement at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center.

• Practices at a leading medical center in Tel Aviv
• Focuses on orthopedic conditions and joint health
• Experienced in both sports medicine and joint replacement