Spinal Pain Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in spinal pain treatment at Atlas University Hospital, with advanced training in spinal surgery techniques.

• Trained in advanced spinal surgery at Dokuz Eylül University
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published research on minimally invasive spinal procedures
• Participated in specialized spinal surgery courses

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

Dr. Kittiprachakul specializes in neurorehabilitation and pain management, with expertise in Western Dry Needling for spinal pain relief.

• Board-certified physiatrist with focus on chronic pain
• Trained in advanced pain management techniques
• Active in clinical research and teaching
• Works at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital

Over 28 years in critical care and pain management – Dr. Soltanzadeh specializes in spinal pain at Estexper Clinic.

• Fellowship-trained in cardiac anesthesia and pain management
• Member of international anesthesiology and medical societies
• Published research on anesthesia and pain management techniques
• Fluent in multiple languages for better patient communication

Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

Specializes in geriatric medicine with a focus on aging-related conditions, including spinal pain. Works at PYONG Rehabilitation Group and Siriraj Hospital.

• Diplomate in Geriatric Medicine from the Thai General Medical Council
• Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine
• Lecturer at Mahidol University's Faculty of Medicine
• Completed geriatric observership at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Australia

Dr. Khunnarong specializes in interventional rehabilitation for spinal pain at PYONG Rehabilitation Group, combining pain management with neurorehabilitation expertise.

• 5 years treating musculoskeletal and neurological conditions
• Trained in advanced techniques like dry needling
• Board-certified physiatrist with medical rehabilitation residency
• Works at Police General Hospital in Bangkok
• Member of Thai Rehabilitation Medicine Association

Honored as Chief of Academic for Neurology Residents in 2023 – Dr. Rak-areekul specializes in cognitive neurology at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in cognitive neurology and neurocognitive disorders
• Certified in NIH Stroke Scale and acute stroke treatment
• Founder of CUMEMO, a YouTube channel on dementia prevention
• Presented research at Alzheimer's Association International Conference
• Attained 1st rank in National formative neurological examination

Dr. Tosamran specializes in neurology with fellowship training in epilepsy at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Board-certified neurologist with extensive training in neurology
• Completed residency at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Holds a master's degree in internal medicine
• Graduated with honors from Chulalongkorn University

Specializes in neurological disorders with a focus on spinal pain at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Hospital in neurology
• Member of the European Academy of Neurology
• Expert in advanced-stage Parkinson’s disease treatments
• Provides botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders

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. Ergin Er is a plastic surgeon at Istanbul Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Center. He has performed over 10,000 aesthetic procedures throughout his career. Dr. Er is a multiple 1st prize winner from the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons. He specializes in various facial and body procedures using the latest clinical methods.

• Expert in rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and Vaser liposuction.
• Completed fellowship training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
• Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS).
• Holds membership in the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).

Dr. Jurij Kseniuk is a spine neurosurgeon at Carolina Hospital in Warsaw. He specializes in surgical treatment for herniated disks and spinal stenosis. He twice won the international Vexim Rebalancing Spine competition for best clinical case. Dr. Kseniuk provides corrective surgery for cases where previous treatments at other centers failed.

• Performs minimally invasive procedures including endoscopy, microsurgery, and targeted blockades.
• Treats complex pathologies of the peripheral nervous system and sacroiliac joints.
• Member of the Polish Society of Spine Surgery and AO Spine.
• Works at Carolina Hospital, an ISO-certified FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence.

Dr. Lee is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology and a regular member of multiple international stroke societies.

• Published 24 SCI-indexed research papers
• Delivered 50 conference lectures worldwide
• Member of the American Stroke Association
• Affiliated with the Korean Stroke Society

Dr. Anil Gurkan is a neurologist at You Clinic in Izmir, Turkey. He treats neurological conditions using stem cell therapy, specifically for neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and muscular dystrophy. Dr. Gurkan also manages chronic spinal pain and epilepsy.

• Performs stem cell therapy for autism and cerebral palsy.
• Treats multiple sclerosis and spinal cord stroke.
• Practices at You Clinic, which is licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.
• Offers online consultations for patients.

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.

34 years in medicine with thousands of microsurgical procedures – Dr. Gogusgeren focuses on minimally invasive spine surgery at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Neurosurgery residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital
• Advocates for patient-doctor trust with 24/7 availability
• Performs only necessary surgeries after careful evaluation
• Microscopic techniques for smaller incisions and safer outcomes

Dr. Halit Anil Eray is a neurosurgeon. He specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation. He is an Associate Clinical Research Scholar in Neurosurgery at the University of Florida (2025–2026) under Prof. Kelly D. Foote. His work there includes movement disorder and Tourette DBS clinics, operating room cases, and research. He is also a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Ardahan State Hospital since December 2024. His training includes a residency at Ankara University and a 2022 DBS/SCS fellowship at International Medicana Hospital.

His focus includes DBS workflows, target planning, advanced neuroimaging, movement disorders, and neuropsychiatric surgery. He has 15 peer-reviewed papers and 13 indexed abstracts. In 2026, he was first author on studies on transaxis odontoidectomy morphometrics and sinonasal teratocarcinoma. He has presented at WSSFN, ESSFN, and EANS. He was an invited speaker at the 39th Turkish Neurosurgical Society Congress in 2026.

Dr. Kayee Chong is a gynecologist and acupuncturist at Body & Soul Medical Clinics in Shanghai. She holds a PhD in Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Rehabilitation Medicine. Dr. Chong combines Western medicine with traditional techniques for women’s health. She speaks English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay.

• Specializes in integrative fertility support and menopause management.
• Holds a Master in Traditional Chinese Medicine in Gynecology.
• Treats chronic pain including sciatica, migraines, and spinal pain.
• Integrates rehabilitation medicine with gynecological care.