79 Best Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Doctors Abroad

Over 41 years of neurosurgical experience – Dr. Conesa leads the Institute of Neurosurgery at Teknon Medical Centre, specializing in complex spine and brain procedures.

• Expert in spinal cord and brain tumor surgeries
• Pioneered augmented reality platforms for precise surgical planning
• Trained at top US hospitals including Massachusets General
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Former director of neurosurgery at Hospital del Mar Barcelona

The doctor is an experienced neurosurgeon with over 15 years of clinical practice in Turkey. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has served in various high-profile medical institutions, including Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, and Bahçeşehir University Medical Park Göztepe Hospital.

Specializing in neurosurgical procedures, the doctor has extensive experience in managing complex neurological conditions and providing comprehensive patient care. Having served in both private hospital systems and state-run facilities, the doctor possesses a broad clinical background in surgical interventions and neurological health management.

Dr. Sangwon Hwang has performed over 6,000 spine surgeries at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He is a neurosurgeon specializing in endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Hwang treats complex cases like spinal tumors and revision surgeries. He focuses on procedures that reduce pain and speed up recovery times.

• Serves as the CEO and Chief Spine Surgeon at Leadheal Hospital.
• Expert in cervical artificial disc replacement and laminectomy.
• Former clinical instructor and adjunct professor at Asan Medical Center.
• Member of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society.

Dr. Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,000 orthopedic surgeries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in spinal diseases and arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Bayram earned his medical degree from the prestigious Marmara University. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, kyphosis, and spinal fractures. Hisar Hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting high safety and treatment standards.

• Expert in minimally invasive knee, shoulder, and ankle arthroscopy.
• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for herniated discs and canal stenosis.
• Treats orthopedic trauma and developmental hip dysplasia.

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar is a neurosurgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He treats adult and pediatric patients with complex brain and spine diseases. Dr. Pinar focuses on brain tumors, vascular aneurysms, and skull base pathologies. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves over 500,000 patients annually.

• Performs specialized procedures including transnasal tumor resection and brain aneurysm repair.
• Treats a wide range of conditions like pituitary adenomas and arteriovenous malformations.
• Expertise covers both surgical oncology and reconstructive spine surgery for herniated disks.
• Provides care for pediatric neurosurgical cases including hydrocephalus and shunt surgeries.

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in spine surgery, including anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expertise in spine and trauma surgery
• Finalist for Tubitak XI. Technology Awards
• Associate professor at Health Sciences University
• Performs arthroplasty and pelvis-acetabulum surgeries

Dr. Ralf Buhl is a neurosurgeon who has performed over 4,000 successful surgeries. He heads the Neurosurgery Department at the Medical Center in Solingen. Dr. Buhl is a Doctor of Medical Sciences specializing in minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. He focuses on treating brain tumors, spinal pathologies, and peripheral nervous system disorders.

• Expertise includes computer-assisted neuronavigation for brain and spinal cord surgery.
• Cofounded a scientific fund dedicated to the study of brain tumors.
• Published over 40 scientific papers in a single year on neuropathology.
• Treats complex cases including brain metastases and vascular anomalies.

Dr. Uysal specializes in spinal surgery with advanced training in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion techniques at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Completed advanced spinal surgery training with TOTBID
• Expert in robotic-assisted joint replacement techniques
• Member of International Congress for Joint Reconstruction
• Over 13 years of orthopedic surgery experience

Specializes in spine surgery using advanced robotic systems at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Proficient in robotic joint replacement and kinematic approaches
• Published research on biomechanical aspects of spinal surgeries
• Attended international spine intervention congresses
• Certified in minimally invasive surgical techniques

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in cervical disc surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques. His extensive background includes years of research and practice in neurosurgery.

• Performs endoscopic lumbar and cervical disc surgeries
• Over 24 years of neurosurgical experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Recognized with awards for neurosurgical proficiency
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

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.

Specializes in neurosurgery with focused training in spinal procedures like ACDF. Researches and treats spinal conditions at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Completed neurosurgery residency at Balikesir University Hospital
• Published research on lumbar disc herniation and spinal cord injuries
• Attended advanced spinal surgery and minimally invasive techniques courses
• Thesis focused on therapeutic treatments for spinal cord injuries

Dr. Zvi Cohen is the Director of the Neurosurgery Department at Sheba Medical Center. He was recently recognized in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors list for 2025. Dr. Cohen specializes in treating complex brain, pituitary, and spinal cord tumors. He founded the brain tumor tissue bank at Sheba to support oncological research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in neurosurgery and leads clinical trials for malignant brain tumors.

• Completed fellowships in neurosurgical oncology at MD Anderson and neuroradiology at Beth Israel.
• Expert in intraoperative MRI, stereotactic biopsies, and image-guided resections.
• Performs radiosurgery and minimally invasive microsurgery for CNS tumors.
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Dr. Petros Karamanakos graduated from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina and earned a PhD there. He specialized and received further training at the University Neurosurgery Clinic of Kuopio in Finland under Professor Juha Jääskeläinen. The clinic is one of Europe’s leading neurosurgery centers and performs about 2,500 procedures each year.

During his many years in Kuopio, he gained broad experience across the full range of neurosurgical diseases. He also prepared a second doctoral thesis in vascular neurosurgery on brain aneurysms.

Since September 2011, he has practiced as a private neurosurgeon in Greece. Since 2014, he has served as Scientific Director of the specialized spine center "SPINALIS".

Dr. Chanon Panyangam is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in spinal surgery and general orthopedics. Dr. Panyangam earned his medical degree from Chiang Mai University. He completed extensive residency training at the Police General Hospital. His surgical focus includes complex spinal conditions and restorative orthopedic care.

• Completed a fellowship in spine surgery at Thammasat University.
• Certified by the Thai Board in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Treats patients at an ISO 9001:2015-certified medical facility.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 100,000 patients annually.

Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in spinal surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with extensive training in orthopedic trauma and sports injuries.

• Completed residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching and Research Hospital
• Expert in lower and upper extremity trauma surgery
• Specialized in hip and knee arthroplasty
• Additional training in orthopedic oncology at Medeniyet University

Dr. Sari specializes in neurosurgery with extensive training and academic contributions, including an associate professorship in neurosurgery.

• Over 22 years of neurosurgery experience
• Contributed to establishing Neurosurgery at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patients
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology from Istanbul University
• Head of the Scoliosis and Spine Center since 2013
• Worked at the Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine

Assoc Prof. Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in spinal surgery with extensive training in advanced techniques, including cervical spine procedures.

• Over 23 years of neurosurgical experience
• Trained at The Cleveland Clinic Center for Spine Health
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Published multiple research papers on spinal surgery outcomes