Best Spinal Cord Injury Doctors Worldwide — TOP 17

Dr. Cagatay Ozturk is an orthopedic surgeon who founded and directs the Liv Spine Center. The AOSpine Society certified this center as a "Center of Excellence." He has performed over 25,000 orthopedic operations throughout his career. Dr. Ozturk leads the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department at Istinye University.

• Specializes in scoliosis surgery, hip replacement, and spinal cord injury treatment.
• Performs complex surgical procedures across nine countries including Kazakhstan and North Macedonia.
• Appointed as a professor of orthopedics and traumatology.
• Uses stem cell therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for joint and spine conditions.

Dr. Nurullah Ermis is an orthopedic surgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and orthopedic trauma. Dr. Ermis is a widely published researcher. His studies are indexed in PubMed and Scopus. He presented at the 37th ESRA Congress in Dublin. Dr. Ermis works at a facility equipped with robotic surgical systems.

• Performs total hip and knee replacements alongside arthroscopic procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis and spinal deformities.
• Expert in surgical treatments for scoliosis and kyphosis in children and adults.
• Published studies on anesthesia techniques for better postoperative pain management in hip 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.

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. 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. 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. Pradab Pradasuk is an orthopedic surgeon at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in arthroscopy, knee reconstruction, and complex spine surgery. Dr. Pradasuk performs endoscopic discectomy and spinal fusion with instrumentation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 30,000 patients annually.

• Performs ACL surgery, meniscectomy, and total knee arthroplastic.
• Treats shoulder rotator cuff tears and performs ankle joint replacements.
• Manages fractures of the pelvis, spine, and forearm.
• Provides specialized rehabilitation using the Re-Step system.

Dr. Suwit Tangcharoenwathanakul is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine disorders. He has subspecialty training in spine surgery.

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University (2010). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Hatyai Hospital (2015). Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Center of Excellence, Lerdsin Hospital (2020).

Dr. Pablo De La Cuadra is an orthopedic surgeon at Hospital Ruber Internacional in Madrid. He heads a specialized traumatology team and leads the sports injuries unit. Dr. De La Cuadra specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive techniques for complex shoulder disorders. He holds a PhD in Medicine from the Autonomous University of Madrid.

• Expert in treating rotator cuff injuries and chronic shoulder instability.
• Serves as Associate Professor of Health Sciences at the Autonomous University of Madrid.
• Performs ligament reconstructions and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures.
• Works at Hospital Ruber Internacional, a JCI-accredited facility ranked among Spain's top hospitals.

Dr. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Dr. Ahn Tae Hoon is a cardiology specialist with extensive training in cardiovascular interventional procedures, including those relevant to spinal cord injury complications.

• PhD in Medicine from Korea University College of Medicine
• Trained at Montreal Heart Institute, Canada
• Former Director of Cardiovascular Center at Gachon University Gil Medical Center
• President of Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology
• Specializes in complex cardiovascular conditions

Dr. Yang Young Joon specializes in joint and spinal disorders, with extensive experience in orthopedic surgery and trauma care.

• Director of the Orthopedic Center at Naeun Hospital
• Fellowship-trained in Orthopedic Surgery at St. Paul's Hospital
• Regular member of Korean Knee and Shoulder Societies
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement

Leading spinal surgeon specializing in minimally invasive techniques – Prof. Öztürk focuses on complex spinal conditions at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Performs laser and endoscopic discectomy procedures for faster recovery
• Board member of the Turkish Spine Association
• Published 103 international articles on spine surgery
• Extensive experience with pediatric and adult spinal deformities

Professor Rangger is a category D doctor, performing highly complex spinal surgeries, including life-saving procedures on patients refused by other surgeons.

• Trained at the University of Innsbruck and University of San Diego
• Specializes in treating severe musculoskeletal and spinal injuries
• Forensic expert in medical malpractice cases
• Licensed to train and examine orthopedic physicians

Prof. Bhandare has performed over 2,000 orthopedic surgeries, with a focus on spinal procedures at Manipal Hospitals.

• Specializes in spinal surgeries and joint replacements
• Expert in treating trauma and deformities from cerebral palsy
• Recipient of multiple awards for medical excellence
• Trained at the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai