Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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

• Over 23 years of experience 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

Prof. Imer brings over 41 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in complex spinal procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with extensive training in functional and stereotactic techniques
• Completed advanced fellowships in France and Finland for spine surgery
• Authored 68 articles and 9 book chapters on neurosurgical topics
• Pioneered full-endoscopic spine surgery techniques in Turkey

Dr. Akin Akakin has over 26 years of experience of neurosurgery experience, specializing in complex spinal and brain procedures at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Expert in far lateral lumbar disc surgery using the lateral microsurgical approach
• Florida University fellowship-trained in neuroanatomy and cerebrovascular diseases
• Published multiple research articles in international conferences and journals
• Skilled in aneurysms and neurovascular surgery

Dr. Zvi Lidar is a top neurosurgeon in Israel, specializing in minimally invasive spinal surgeries. He has performed thousands of procedures for degenerative diseases and tumors.

• Certified for surgical treatment in Israel and the USA
• Graduated from Tel Aviv University and trained in the USA and Japan
• Author of over 30 scientific papers on spinal surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical and spine societies

Professor Shimon Rochkind is a top neurosurgeon in Israel with 47 years of experience of experience, specializing in minimally invasive spinal and nerve surgeries.

• Expert in peripheral nerve microsurgery and spinal disorders
• Uses modern laser and bioengineering technologies for complex cases
• Trained in Canada, Germany, and South Africa
• Heads the Israeli Society of Laser Neurotechnologies

Dr. Dror specializes in pediatric spinal surgery, trained at Hospital St. Vincent de Paul in Paris – one of Europe's leading centers for spinal deformities.

• Expert in treating spinal diseases and deformities in children and adolescents
• Lecturer at Tel Aviv University's Sackler School of Medicine
• Member of Scoliosis Research Society and European Pediatric Orthopaedic Society
• Residency completed at Ichilov Hospital, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center

Director of Spinal Surgery at Tel Aviv Medical Center – specializes in minimally invasive spine procedures for over 35 years of experience.

• Trained in spine surgery at Medical College of Wisconsin
• Expert in tiny spine surgery techniques and biomechanics
• Published 50+ papers on spinal surgery
• Member of World Neurosurgical and American Spine Associations

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Bozbuga brings over 35 years of experience of neurosurgical expertise, specializing in spine and spinal cord surgery at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital.

• Professor at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital – a leading neurosurgical center
• Specializes in skull base surgery, neuro-oncology, and neurovascular surgery
• Authored publications in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented research at numerous international conferences

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Dr. Alexandru Cristescu brings precision and advanced techniques to spine surgery at Ponderas Academic Hospital, with specialized training in France.

• Specializes in complex brain and spine conditions
• Uses minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Known for patient-centered, compassionate care
• Residency completed at renowned hospitals in France

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, including endoscopic techniques for cervical spine conditions at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• Trained in spinal surgery at Siriraj Hospital
• Expert in adult spinal deformity procedures
• Performs endoscopic spine surgery with reduced recovery times
• Board-certified in orthopedic surgery

Specializes in spinal surgeries with extensive training in cervical disc herniation and spinal surgery techniques.

• Over 37 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association
• Attended specialized courses in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve surgery

Specializing in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc surgery, Dr. Halil Can performs advanced endoscopic and microsurgical techniques at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Expert in minimally invasive spine surgeries including anterior cervical discectomy and fusion
• Published multiple studies on spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Professor with extensive academic contributions to neurosurgery
• Special focus on degenerative spine diseases and spinal fractures

Dr. Sutantavibul specializes in minimally invasive spinal surgery, including endoscopic techniques. He trained at top hospitals in Thailand, South Korea, and Japan.

• Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Advanced training in endoscopic spine techniques in Seoul and Wakayama
• Performs vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and percutaneous screw fixation
• Residency in orthopedic surgery at Mahidol University

Specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on spinal procedures – Dr. Mucuoglu brings precision to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion at Atlas University Hospital.

• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University's Brain and Neurosurgery Department
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Published multiple case reports on spinal and neurosurgical conditions
• Attended advanced spinal surgery courses for specialized techniques

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.