Best Spinal cord injury rehabilitation doctors: TOP 38 doctors

• Dr. Türkan Tünerir specializes in Spinal cord injury rehabilitation.
• Uses methods like neuromuscular electrical stimulation, robotic gait training, and aquatic therapy.
• Trained internationally in spinal rehabilitation techniques.
• Founder of Fizyomer Terapia, a center renowned for spinal injury recovery.
• Certified in advanced neurorehabilitation and spinal cord injury management.
• Member of international associations for spinal injury research and therapy.
• Offers online consultations for spinal cord injury patients globally.
• Fluent in multiple languages, enhancing patient-doctor communication.

• Medical specialist of the highest category
• Leading physician of rehabilitation and restorative medicine
• Head of the rehabilitation technologies group
• Member of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Member of China Association for Rehabilitation of the Disabled
• Deputy Director of the Rehabilitation and Engineering Group of the Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Clinical experience of over 30 years
• Author of more than 10 scientific papers

Achieved outstanding success in the rehabilitation of the following pathologies:

• hemiplegia
• aphasia
• swallowing dysfunction
• cognitive dysfunction
• rehabilitation in cerebrovascular pathologies
• postoperative rehabilitation of brain injuries
• spinal cord injury rehabilitation
• rehabilitation of limb injuries
• rehabilitation of postoperative limb dysfunction
• rehabilitation treatment for pain syndrome of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, shoulder joint and lower extremities
• rehabilitation for inflammatory and degenerative-dystrophic pathologies of the musculoskeletal system (arthritis, arthrosis, ankylosing spondylitis, etc.)
• rehabilitation for Parkinson's disease and parkinsonism
• rehabilitation of various motor dysfunctions in various chronic pathological processes

Dr. Bestami Yalvaç completed his medical education at Istanbul University, Çapa Medical Faculty. Yalvaç, who completed his specialization training at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, is particularly interested in; Dry Needling, Ozone Therapy, Fibromyalgia, Osteoporosis, Sports Injuries, Spine Health, and Kinesiotape applications.

Specialized in Ozone Therapy, Yalvaç continues his career as an Assistant Professor at Galata University.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

• Fibromyalgia
• Osteoporosis
• Stroke
• Rheumatic Pain
• Shoulder – Back – Knee – Neck Pain
• Cervical Hernia – Lumbar Hernia
• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
• Left Hemiplegia – Right Hemiplegia
• Paraplegia
• Sports Injuries
• Lumbar Flattening (Hypolordosis)
• Lumbar Slip (Spondylolisthesis)
• Spinal Cord Problems
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Rheumatic Diseases
• Chondromalacia
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear
• Nerve Compression
• Polio
• Brachial Plexus

Dr. Li Guo Qiang is a specialist in conservative scoliosis treatment, spinal cord injury rehabilitation, and neurological rehabilitation. He has 26 years of experience. He is known for his research on stimuli-responsive polymers and polymer composites.

Dr. Li has received nearly $8 million in research funding. He is recognized for his work in engineering structures and medical devices. He received the LSU Distinguished Research Master Award in 2023, highlighting his contributions to both medicine and engineering.

Board-certified physiatrist (Diplomate of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2023). Head of Rehabilitation at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital. CEO and Founder of PYONG Rehabilitation Group since 2023.

Clinical focus: neurorehabilitation, geriatric rehabilitation, and chronic pain. Uses robotics and wearable exoskeleton gait training. Performs ultrasound-guided procedures and advanced laser and radiofrequency therapies.

Principal Investigator of a pilot randomized controlled trial on wearable exoskeleton gait training in subacute stroke. Presented to the Royal College of Physiatrists of Thailand in 2023. Instructor at KMITL since 2020.

Completed Rehabilitation Medicine residency at Chulalongkorn University in 2023. Earned an MD in 2017. Runs a public health platform with over 100,000 followers. Hosted PYONG SUMMIT in 2024 with over 200 attendees. Honors include nominee for Quality Person of the Year 2025 and First Prize in the Ananda Mahidol Pin Design in 2016.

Dr. Milena Kolarova is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation with over 20 years of clinical experience. She leads the Rehabilitation Department at Beroun Rehabilitation Hospital. She previously served as Deputy Chief. Dr. Kolarova holds specialist certifications in Algiatry and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She has advanced training in myoskeletal medicine, medical acupuncture, and pelvic floor therapy.

She is licensed to run a private practice and to teach in her field. Dr. Kolarova is a recognized consultant and senior doctor. She has co-authored several publications on rehabilitation and pain management. Her work has contributed to medical literature and best practices in her specialty.

Dr. Fernando Reyes is a specialist in sports physiotherapy and heads the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Olympia Medical and Surgical Center.

With over 25 years of experience in prestigious organizations such as the Royal Spanish Basketball Federation, the Spanish Baseball Federation and Real Madrid Football Club, Dr. Reyes is a recognized expert in his field.

His primary goal is to provide high-quality care, typically reserved for elite athletes, to a wide range of patients at Olympia. Through a multidisciplinary approach and deep understanding of biological processes, he aims to optimize recovery and provide each athlete with the tools to achieve peak performance.

Experience

• -Head of the Physiotherapy Service at the Olympia Medical and Surgical Center.
• -Director of the Master's Program in Sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at the Camilo José Cela University (UCJC).
• -President of the Spanish Athletic Training Association SATTA.
• - Physiotherapist of the football club Real Madrid (1997-2011).
• - Physiotherapist of the Royal Spanish Basketball Federation (1997-1999).
• - Physiotherapist of the Spanish Baseball Federation (1998).
• - External consultant for various professional football and basketball clubs.

Qualification

• -Degree in Physiotherapy.
• -Specialization in sports physiotherapy.
• -Master of Health Research.
• -Director of the Master's Program in Athletic Training and Therapy at UCJC.

Dr. Reyes actively collaborates with national and international athletes, offering rehabilitation and rehabilitative services aimed at restoring and improving athletic performance.

Dr. Sirinda “Ning” Kittiprachakul is a board-certified physiatrist (Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2025) at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. She focuses on neurorehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation. Her expertise includes geriatric rehabilitation, chronic pain management using Western dry needling, and electrodiagnostic and electromyographic studies.

She earned her MD with First Class Honors in 2020 and completed her Rehabilitation Medicine residency in 2025. She is a Ph.D. candidate in Clinical Sciences at Chulalongkorn University. Her research includes authorship in JACC (2019) and an abstract in Gut (IDDF 2025). She trained at KNRC in Korea in 2024. She received the MDCU Congress 2023 E‑poster consolation prize. She also completed training in HMS telemedicine, Nature Masterclasses, and focused shockwave therapy.

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul (Dr. Faangkaow) is a geriatrician and lecturer in the Geriatric Medicine Division at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She practices at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Geriatric Healthcare Center and Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital.

Accreditations include: M.D. (Second Class Honors, 2017); Diplomate, Thai Board of Internal Medicine (2021); WHO‑SEARO ICOPE Master Trainer (2021). Additional credentials: Diplomate in Geriatric Medicine (2023); Diplomate, International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (2024).

Research highlights include: a randomized controlled trial on oral nutritional supplements in older adults (Geriatrics, 2024); PG‑SGA versus MNA in hepatocellular carcinoma (Support Care Cancer 33, 116, 2025); and Thailand’s first abacavir hypersensitivity case report (J Med Assoc Thai, 2021). She was on the host team and served as a moderator at the 10th Asian Conference of Frailty and Sarcopenia in 2024.

Patthama Likitwittaya, M.D., physiatrist. Diplomate, Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine (2025). Rehabilitation Medicine Residency, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University (2025). Doctor of Medicine, First-Class Honors, Thammasat University (2019).

Current role: Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital (July 2025–present). Prior internships: Queen Sirikit Naval Hospital (2019–2020). Songkhla Naval Base Hospital (2020–2021). Naval Hospital Bangkok (2021–2022).

Research: Principal investigator of “Effect of vibrotactile stimulation on gait in Parkinson’s disease and parkinsonism.” Presented at the Royal College of Physiatrists of Thailand (2025).

Advanced training: 29th TOPF Osteoporosis and Related Diseases Grand Round (Dec 2024). Pain management with Focus Shock Wave Piezo Technology (Jul 2024). 35th TASP Annual Scientific Meeting (Mar 2024). Academic and Midyear Conferences of the Royal College of Physiatrists of Thailand (2022). Good Clinical Practice and human subject protection training (Jun 2022).

Rawipa Khunnarong, M.D. (Dr. Praew), is a physiatrist at Police General Hospital, Bangkok (2025–present). She provides rehabilitation for musculoskeletal pain, neurological disorders, and functional impairments. She works with multidisciplinary teams and teaches and supervises residents.

Education: M.D., Rangsit University/Rajavithi Hospital (2019). Rehabilitation Medicine Residency, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (2025). Core expertise includes pain and interventional rehabilitation, neurorehabilitation (stroke, spinal cord injury), dysphagia, and sports and exercise medicine.

Advanced training includes Sports Rehabilitation Beyond Strength (2025), PMK Dry Needling (2025), and the 3rd Musculoskeletal Intervention Course (2025). She also completed a BASEM study visit (2024), Olympus FEES for dysphagia (2024), AOCNR (2023), TRMA (2022), and Viatris programs (2022–2023).

Dr. Berrin Akpinar is a specialist in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation. She graduated from Ege University Medical Faculty in 2003. She completed her specialization at Dokuz Eylül University Medical School in 2009.

Dr. Akpinar has worked at Bolu Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital. She now practices at Fizyomer Terapia Medical Center. Her areas of expertise include PRP, Neural Therapy, Ozone Application, and Rheumatologic Disorders.

Dr. Akpinar is known for her strong clinical skills. She is accredited in several modern therapies and has helped many patients achieve better rehabilitation results.

Dr. Elena Aydinov is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist with over 10 years of experience in the field. She provides comprehensive care for patients, with expertise in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries.

Experience

2016 - 2019 Private Gebze Konak Hospital

2014 - 2015 Private Medicana Camlica Hospital

2013 - 2014 Private Batman Hospital

2011 - 2013 Batman Regional State Hospital

Uskudar University

Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Education

2011 Bezmialem Vakıf University Faculty of Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

2005 Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine in English

• Leading physician of rehabilitation and restorative medicine
• Highest category specialist in rehabilitation acupuncture
• Highest category specialist in rehabilitation areas of RT and OT, etc.

Has achieved outstanding success in the rehabilitation treatment of the following pathologies:

• post-stroke rehabilitation
• rehabilitation for cerebral palsy
• rehabilitation after spinal cord injuries
• rehabilitation for inflammatory and degenerative-dystrophic pathologies of the musculoskeletal system
• rehabilitation for facial nerve paralysis
• rehabilitation for deformative pathologies of joints
• rehabilitation for intervertebral disc pathologies
• rehabilitation for soft tissue contusions
• rehabilitation for nerve damage
• insomnia
• headache
• dysmenorrhea
• urinary retention
• diaphragm spasm
• gastrointestinal neurodysfunction
• dizziness
• juvenile pseudomyopia
• neurogenic urinary frequency in children
• enuresis in children

Dr. Jiri Pazdirek is a board-certified Consultant Physiatrist at Beroun Rehabilitation Hospital. He has over 30 years of experience in rehabilitation and physical medicine. He earned his Medical Doctor degree from Masaryk University. He holds board certifications in Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine (1996) and General Surgery (1989).

Dr. Pazdirek has served as Medical Director and Chief Physiotherapist in leading institutions across Europe and the Middle East. He has played a key role in advancing traumatic brain injury (TBI) rehabilitation. He is the author of several important publications, including a 100-page manual on TBI rehabilitation. He has also delivered many lectures at international conferences. Dr. Pazdirek is accredited by the Czech Medical Chamber and the UK General Medical Council (GMC 6117800).

Dr. Fatih Temizturk is a rehabilitation specialist. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University in 2006. He has more than ten years of experience in neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation. He also treats musculoskeletal and rheumatological diseases.

Dr. Temizturk is skilled in advanced injection therapies such as Botox, PRP, and CGF. He also performs ultrasound-guided procedures. He has worked in both academic and clinical settings. He served as an Assistant Professor at Dumlupınar University and as a specialist at Nobel Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center.

Dr. Şule Temiztürk is a rehabilitation specialist with over 15 years of experience. She focuses on neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation, musculoskeletal disorders, and rheumatological diseases. She is skilled in advanced procedures such as trigger point and intra-articular injections.

Dr. Temiztürk graduated from Ankara University Medical Faculty in 2005. She has worked at leading clinics and hospitals, including Şişli Eftal EAH and Antakya State Hospital. She is known for her strong contributions to patient recovery and rehabilitation in Turkey.