Surgical treatment of scoliosis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Adil Turan brings over 17 years of experience of focused orthopedic expertise to scoliosis surgery, trained in trauma research at Denver Health Hospital.

• Specialized in Orthopedics and Traumatology at İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital
• Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital for complex cases
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Performed scoliosis corrections at Antalya's top teaching hospitals

Performs 60+ spinal surgeries each month—Dr. Pekarsky is Israel's top spinal surgeon according to the Israeli Medical Association.

• Specializes in minimally invasive scoliosis surgery for adults and children
• Trained in spinal surgery across the USA, Switzerland, France, Italy, and Austria
• Treats elite athletes including Olympic medalists and professional basketball players
• Member of the Israeli Spine Society and Spine Society of Europe

Assoc. Dr. Serdar Toker brings specialized expertise in scoliosis surgery, trained at Colorado University's renowned orthopedic program.

• Over 28 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Head of Hand Surgery Department at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Holds FESSH European Diploma in hand surgery
• Trained in microsurgery techniques for precise interventions

41 years of experience specializing in pediatric orthopedics – Dr. Albiñana leads scoliosis treatment at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Former Head of Pediatric Orthopedics at La Paz Hospital
• Trained at University of Iowa and Oxford University in pediatric orthopedics
• Published research on hip dysplasia and acetabular development

Dr. Lee Sanggu, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon. He is the Honorary Medical Director and Director of the Spine Center. He is also a Professor of Neurosurgery at Gachon University Gil Medical Center.

Clinical focus includes spine tumors, spinal disorders, minimally invasive spine surgery, and cervical disorders. Procedures include PEN, PNP, selective nerve block, microscopic or endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned a PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University. He served as Chief of Neurosurgery at the Veterans Health Service Medical Center. He is an executive board member of KNS, KNTS, and KSNS. He has served as Vice President and President of KSCS. He is a past president of KOMISS, KAME, and KSPNS. He is an AOSpine Asia Pacific Committee member and a full member of NASS. He was listed in Marquis Who’s Who in 2010.

Specializes in orthopedic surgery with expertise in complex spinal conditions like scoliosis. Works at Atlas University Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Authored studies on acetabular revisions and hip dysplasia
• Skilled in limb lengthening and tumor surgery

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery – Dr. Arunakul trained at top US institutions including Yale and UC San Diego.

• Expert in endoscopic and reconstructive spine procedures
• Fellowship-trained in pediatric spinal deformity at Rady's Children Hospital
• Research experience at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon since 2004

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery for scoliosis – trained at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center and Desert Institute for Spine Care.

• Expert in techniques like MIS TLIF, LLIF, and MIDLF
• Performs endoscopic spine surgery and vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty
• Board-certified in orthopedic surgery with spinal surgery specialization
• Graduated with First Class Honors from Mahidol University

Specializes in pediatric orthopedics and complex bone conditions at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained in France on minimally invasive hip surgery
• Member of ISOLS and EMSOS for limb salvage and musculoskeletal oncology
• Board member of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch

Dr. Grohs leads the Spine Unit at Vienna General Hospital and serves as Chair of AO-Spine Austria, bringing decades of specialized expertise to scoliosis treatment.

• Deputy Chief of Spine Unit – oversees complex scoliosis cases
• Former President of Austrian Spine Society
• Habilitation in Orthopaedics with focus on spinal surgery
• Performs surgical missions in Africa for spinal deformities

Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in scoliosis treatment at Rambam Medical Center.

• Expertise in surgical correction of spinal deformities
• Focused on improving patient mobility and posture
• Works within a renowned medical center

Performed 1,000+ spine surgeries – Dr. Ashkenazi founded the Israel Spine Center at Assuta Hospital.

• 27 years of experience specializing in spinal neurosurgery
• Expert in innovative techniques like the TOPS™ System
• Trained in spinal surgery at Montefiore Medical Center (USA)
• Author of 50+ research papers on spine conditions
• Member of 5 international spine societies including EUROSPINE

Professor Izhar Fluman heads the spine surgery center at Assuta Medical Center, specializing in scoliosis treatment with a Harvard-trained background.

• 130+ scientific papers on spinal diseases
• Presented at 100+ international symposia
• Trained at Harvard's Children's Hospital
• Editor for Spine and Journal of Spinal Disorder
• Member of six prestigious spinal associations

Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specialized in radiology, bringing extensive experience to scoliosis surgical treatment.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in radiology
• Specialized in radiology from Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Associate Professor at Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Cagatay Ozturk is a leading spine surgeon specializing in scoliosis treatment at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with 29 years of experience of experience
• Member of the Scoliosis Research Society – global authority on spinal deformities
• Published 103 international articles and 167 conference presentations
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques including endoscopic and laser discectomy

Dr. Onvural specializes in orthopedic surgery with international training in Switzerland and the US, focusing on complex joint and spine conditions.

• Completed Orthopaedics and Traumatology Fellowship at Tepecik Education and Research Hospital
• Trained at the International Trauma Association in Switzerland
• Former injury doctor for Altay FC, a Turkish Premier League team
• Expert in knee and hip arthroscopy and replacement

Professor Ibrahim Azboy holds leadership roles at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• 25 years of experience specializing in orthopedic and trauma surgery
• Expert in scoliosis treatment with a focus on surgical precision
• Awarded Associate Professor title in 2015, promoted to Professor in 2021
• Trained at Hacettepe School of Medicine – Turkey's leading medical institution
• Performs surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Specializes in surgical treatment of scoliosis as Head of Orthopedics at Biruni University, combining clinical practice with academic leadership.

• Over 16 years of experience of focused orthopedic and traumatology practice
• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University with specialized education
• Leads department innovations in surgical treatments for scoliosis
• Maintains active roles in both state and university hospital settings