Spinal pain Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Yunus Uysal is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He completed specialized training in robotic hip and knee replacement in Luxembourg. He treats complex musculoskeletal issues, including scoliosis and degenerative spine disease. Dr. Uysal works at a center with over 25 years of robotic surgery experience.

• Certified by the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.
• Performs endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats arthritis and joint injuries using stem cell therapy.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.

Dr. Ibrahim Ural is a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He focuses on pediatric rehabilitation and physical therapy. Dr. Ural earned his medical degree and specialization from Istanbul University. He has received multiple awards at National Thoracic Oncology Congresses in Turkey.

• Winner of Best Oral Presentation and Best Poster awards for clinical research.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association.
• Works at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Member of the Pediatric Rehabilitation Association.

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

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. Hasan Sahin is a plastic surgeon at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 12,000 surgeries for more than 5,000 patients globally. Dr. Sahin is board-certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons. He handles complex primary and secondary restorative procedures for the face and body.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, breast aesthetics, and body contouring.
• Expertise includes craniofacial surgery, hand surgery, and microsurgical procedures.
• Certified in flap dissection, wound healing, and microsurgery techniques.
• Offers consultative services for complex revision cases and functional nose procedures.

Dr. Alexandro Aguilera has performed 3,000+ operations at njegovo clinic in Mexico City. He is a winner of the International Travel Grant from the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery. Dr. Aguilera specializes in reconstructive surgery, facial paralysis, and peripheral nerve conditions. He treats about 2,000 patients every year.

• Certified by the Mexican Council of Plastic Surgery (CMCPER).
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Heads the Continuing Medical Education Committee at AMCPER.
• Winner of first place in the FILACP International Residents Competition.

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. Bestami Yalvac is an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Dr. Yalvac specializes in ozone therapy for fibromyalgia and sports injuries. He completed his residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats chronic conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatic pain, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Provides rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and nerve compression.
• Uses techniques such as dry needling, kinesiotaping, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 500,000 patients every year.

Dr. Chanon Panyangam is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in spinal surgery and general orthopedics. Dr. Panyangam earned his medical degree from Chiang Mai University. He completed extensive residency training at the Police General Hospital. His surgical focus includes complex spinal conditions and restorative orthopedic care.

• Completed a fellowship in spine surgery at Thammasat University.
• Certified by the Thai Board in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Treats patients at an ISO 9001:2015-certified medical facility.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 100,000 patients annually.

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.

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

Prof. Dr. Yasef Özsarfati has over 41 years 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

Prof. Zhang En Da is Chief Physician in spinal cord injury rehabilitation with over 30 years of clinical experience. He completed advanced training at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital and at the Department of Neurology, First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University.

He focuses on SCI rehabilitation from all causes. He manages tetraplegia and paraplegia, incomplete paralysis, sensory problems, and neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction, including urinary retention, incontinence, overactive bladder, constipation, and fecal incontinence. He also treats movement deficits after pulmonary infections and after stroke. His methods include structured bladder and bowel care, botulinum toxin A for limb spasticity, pelvic floor biofeedback, pelvic magnetic stimulation, and tibial nerve electrical stimulation. He serves on the Standing Committee and the Standardization Working Committee of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. He is also a Work Injury Rehabilitation Expert in Xiamen.

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

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

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

• 30 years 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