Best Scoliosis surgery doctors: TOP 20 doctors

Dr. Alon Friedlander, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon and a spine and scoliosis specialist for adults and children. He is the Director of the Orthopedic Department at Sheba Medical Center. He is also an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Tel Aviv University. He is listed by Forbes among Israel’s Top Doctors.

He treats complex spine disorders with minimally invasive and open surgery. His procedures include anterior and posterior fixation. His focus areas are scoliosis and other deformities, tumors, stenosis and instability, and disc herniation. Education: MD, Tel Aviv University; residency, Sheba Medical Center. Fellowships: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris and University Hospitals of Strasbourg (France); Queen Mary Hospital and the Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital (Hong Kong).

Advisory roles: IDF referral physician. Consultant to soccer teams. Specialist for the Spartak Basketball Club (knee injuries).

After completing his medical doctorate education at Gazi University School of Medicine, which is located in the capital city of Ankara he carried on to his Orthopaedic and Traumatology fellowship training at the same university. After his fellow training, he completed his mandatory governmental and military duties as an orthopaedic surgeon between 2008 and 2011. He later started his Orthopaedic career in Istanbul Acıbadem Hospitals network. Between 2013 and 2022 he served as an academic member of the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar School of Medicine where he was entitled Associate Professor in 2021. He is now private practicing in his own clinic in Istanbul. 

Starting from the year 2014 he has been especially focused on the fields of patient-specific orthopaedic surgery, computer-aided surgical planning, 3D printed custom surgical guides and implants. These fields are very novel even throughout the world. He performed many surgeries as the first examples of their own for Turkey. He mainly uses his special interest and knowledge on patient-specific orthopaedics to surgically treat technically challenging cases of malunion, bone deformity and complex arthroplasty cases including revision arthroplasty. 

The doctor has extensive training in orthopedics and traumatology, having completed various specialized programs, including advanced arthroplasty and spinal surgery. The doctor is well-versed in hip and knee robotic replacement surgeries, with training from international and national institutions such as the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction and the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. The doctor graduated from Trakya University Medical Faculty, specializing in orthopedics and traumatology. Memberships include the Turkish Medical Association and the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.

Prof. Dr. cagatay Ozturk leads a 'Center of Excellence' in spine surgery at Liv Spine Center, recognized by AOSpine Society.

• Head of Orthopedics & Traumatology at Istinye University
• Specializes in complex scoliosis correction techniques
• Performs surgeries internationally across 9 countries
• Professor since 2017 with extensive academic contributions

6,000+ spine surgeries performed – Dr. Hwang specializes in minimally invasive techniques at Leadheal Hospital.

• 30+ years focused exclusively on spine surgery
• Expert in endoscopic procedures and cervical artificial disc replacement
• Known for complex cases phospholipid flip-flop rates are asymmetric between lipid layers
• Recipient of multiple medical service awards
• CEO & Chief Spine Surgeon at Lead Hill Hospital

Dr. Ermis specializes in scoliosis and spinal deformities, with research published in the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery.

• Expertise in scoliosis development post-congenital heart surgery
• Published multiple studies on spinal surgery outcomes
• Active in orthopedic research with international presentations
• Focuses on complex spinal conditions and deformities

Specialist in minimally invasive spine surgery – Dr. Laohapornsvan brings innovative endoscopic techniques to scoliosis correction at Navamin 9 Hospital.

• Certified in Spinal Uniportal Endoscopic Surgery by Joimax
• Trained in XLIF and MIS-TLIF techniques by NuVasive
• Completed spine fellowships in Thailand, Japan, and South Korea
• Published researcher on endoscopic spine surgery techniques
• Member of the Đà N开通Spine Society of Thailand

Dr. Pongsathron Liengwattanakul practices at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital, focusing on modern medical technology and regenerative medicine for better patient outcomes.

• Part of a team integrating conventional and precision medicine for scoliosis treatment
• Works in a facility with dedicated surgical and intensive care units
• Emphasizes reducing healing time through advanced techniques

Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgeries, including advanced techniques for complex urological conditions at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in urology
• Expert in robotic radical prostatectomy and cystectomy
• Performs laparoscopic nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy
• Specializes in HOLEP surgery for prostate conditions
• Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital

The doctor completed medical education at GATA Medical Faculty and specialized in Orthopedics and Traumatology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. Progressing through an academic career, the doctor became an assistant professor in 2007, an associate professor in 2014, and a full professor in 2021. Since 2016, the doctor has been serving as an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy. Specializes in arthroscopic surgery, sports injuries, trauma surgery, and joint prosthesis surgery.

Specialized in endoscopic and minimally invasive scoliosis surgery at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• 19 years of experience in orthopedic surgery with spine specialization
• Expert in adult spinal deformity surgery
• Trained at top Thai institutions including Siriraj Hospital
• Performs cervical spine procedures alongside scoliosis corrections

Prof. Zvi Cohen is Director of the Neurosurgery Department and the Neuro-Oncology Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a neurosurgeon and neuro-oncology expert. He was included in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors 2025. He leads clinical research on drug therapies for malignant brain tumors. He also founded Sheba’s brain tumor tissue bank.

He is board-certified in neurosurgery. He trained at Tel Aviv University. He completed fellowships in neuroradiology at Beth Israel and in neurosurgical oncology at MD Anderson. His practice covers complex brain, pituitary, spine, and spinal cord tumors. He has expertise in stereotactic biopsies, image-guided resections, intraoperative MRI, navigation systems, and radiosurgery. He is a member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Dr. Halil Can specializes in scoliosis surgery, bringing extensive expertise in spinal deformities to İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience, focusing on spinal conditions
• Skilled in endoscopic and minimally invasive approaches for scoliosis
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Professor with academic contributions to neurosurgery education

Dr. Sutantavibul specializes in minimally invasive scoliosis surgery, trained in advanced techniques across Thailand, South Korea, and Japan.

• Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Expert in endoscopic and microendoscopic spine procedures
• Performs vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty and percutaneous screw fixation
• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with residency at Mahidol University

Specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery and complex spinal cases at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expertise in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgeries
• Trained at Akdeniz University, a leading medical institution
• Special focus on bone and soft tissue tumors

Specializes in scoliosis and spine surgery at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, with a focus on childhood spinal diseases.

• Trained at Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Completed Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• Expert in degenerative spine diseases and lumbar cervical disc herniation

Prof. Dr. Sevki Erdem specializes in spine surgery and deformity correction, with decades of experience treating complex spinal disorders at Central Hospital in Istanbul.

• Recognized as 'Doctor of the Year' by the Turkish Ministry of Health
• Extensive expertise in scoliosis and kyphosis correction
• Trained numerous spine surgeons throughout his career
• Special focus on advanced, patient-centered orthopedic care

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in scoliosis surgery with advanced training from Europe's top institutions. His work at Atlas University Hospital focuses on complex spinal conditions.

• Trained in advanced spinal surgery courses under Dr. Mehmet Zileli
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published research on spinal cord tumors and innovative surgical techniques
• Participated in European Training Course in Neurosurgery on Functional Neurosurgery

Dr. Cal focuses on spinal surgery with published research on pre-emptive analgesia techniques for spine surgeries at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Specializes in neuro-oncological and pediatric neurosurgery
• Published studies on cervical corpectomy techniques and vertebral compression rates
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Research includes tumor markers and antiepileptic drugs in brain surgeries

Specializes in spinal surgery including scoliosis – combines advanced techniques with compassionate care at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Over 23 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in treating herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and spinal trauma
• Graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine
• Provides comprehensive surgical care for neurological conditions