Consultation with a neurosurgeon Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Jose Hinojosa Mena-Bernal serves as President of the Spanish Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery. He leads the neurosurgery department at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital.

• Author of 93 scientific papers on advanced surgical techniques for children
• Expert in neuro-oncology using CyberKnife and deep brain stimulation methods
• Specializes in neuroendoscopy – using small cameras for minimally invasive brain surgery
• Former head of pediatric neurosurgery at Hospital 12 de Octubre in Madrid
• Editor for the international medical journal Children’s Nerve System

Dr. Joseph Guilbord heads the pediatric neurosurgery department at Rambam Medical Center. His consultation with a neurosurgeon focuses on complex neurological conditions in children.

• Leads a specialized unit at a major Israeli state hospital
• Focuses on surgical treatment for the nervous system in young patients
• Oversees neurosurgical care at a leading trauma and referral center
• Expert in pediatric brain and spine disorders

The doctor is a highly experienced pediatric hematologist with a focus on treating blood disorders in children. With over 15 years of clinical practice, the doctor has contributed to numerous research studies aimed at improving treatment outcomes for pediatric patients. The doctor is board-certified in pediatric hematology-oncology and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. The doctor is also actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, sharing expertise in the latest advancements in pediatric hematology.

Dr. Key received the Medal of Honor from the International Federation of Neurosurgical Societies. He leads the neurosurgery department at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Treats both adult and pediatric patients for a consultation with a neurosurgeon
• Specializes in complex brain tumor removal and skull base surgery
• Uses CyberKnife and Gamma Knife for non-invasive tumor treatment without incisions
• Performs deep brain stimulation and minimally invasive fusion surgery
• Trained at Oxford University and the Cleveland Clinic in the United States

Professor Moskovichi is a highly rated specialist at Hadassah Medical Center. He provides neurosurgeon consultations for complex skull base and vascular conditions.

• Co-authored 67 peer-reviewed articles in major medical journals
• Specializes in endovascular embolization to treat abnormal blood vessels
• Expert in stent placement for narrowed or weakened arteries
• Focuses on rare conditions like epidermoid cysts and schwannomas
• Highly rated for clinical expertise in six distinct neurosurgical conditions

Dr. Eli Ashkenazi leads spinal care at Assuta Medical Center. He founded the Israel Spine Center and specializes in complex lumbar and cervical spine diseases during any consultation with a neurosurgeon.

• Performed over 1,000 surgeries at Assuta Medical Center
• Completed a spinal surgery fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center in the USA
• Uses the TOPS System – a mechanical implant for treating spinal stenosis
• Authored over 50 scientific papers on advanced spine treatments
• Member of the North American Spine Society and EUROSPINE

Dr. Shalom Michowitz is a leading brain surgeon at the Schneider Children's Medical Center. He performs consultations with a neurosurgeon for both children and adults.

• Specializes in minimally invasive operations on the brain and spinal cord
• Focuses on pediatric neurosurgery for complex childhood brain conditions
• Lectures at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University
• Author of numerous scientific publications on general and pediatric brain surgery

Dr. Jurij Kseniuk twice won the international Vexim Rebalancing Spine competition for his clinical work. During a consultation with a neurosurgeon, he provides expert diagnostic planning for complex spine pathologies.

• Heads the Neurosurgery Department at Carolina Hospital in Warsaw
• Member of AO Spine, a global organization setting excellence standards for spine surgeons
• Specializes in minimally invasive diagnostics including ultrasound-guided targeted blockades
• Performs corrective surgery for patients who had unsuccessful operations at other centers
• Member of the Polish Society of Spine Surgery

Professor Nejat Akalan heads the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He provides expert neurosurgeon consultations for complex brain and spine conditions.

• Authored 117 scientific papers and a textbook on technical standards in neurosurgery
• Specializes in surgical treatment for epilepsy in both children and adults
• Uses the O-arm system for real-time 3D imaging during surgical evaluations
• Expertise includes treating brain tumors, pituitary adenomas, and herniated discs
• Integrates intraoperative MRI to verify results during surgical procedures

Dr. Tamer Atasever is a nuclear medicine specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He previously served as the Director of the Nuclear Medicine Department at Ankara Order Laboratory. Dr. Atasever held multiple professorships at the prestigious Gazi University. He is a member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine.

• Expert in radioiodine therapy and PET-CT with Gallium 68 for cancer diagnostics.
• Uses advanced nuclear imaging for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul.
• Member of the Turkey Association of Nuclear Medicine.

Professor Erol Akgul is a specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He provides a consultation with a neurosurgeon for complex brain and spine cases.

• Specializes in interventional neuroradiology – performs brain procedures using minimally invasive methods
• Member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology
• Joins the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe
• Active member of the European Association of Radiology
• Participates in the Turkish Society of Neuroradiology

Dr. Elnur Sahibov practiced at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. A neurosurgeon consultation here benefits from his specialized training in radiation oncology.

• Completed specialization at Marmara University Department of Radiation Oncology
• Graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine with English-language instruction
• Provides expert insights for patients requiring integrated neurological and oncological care
• Practices at Emsey Hospital in Istanbul

Dr. Antonio Cubillo Gracián heads the Medical Oncology Service at HM CIOCC in Madrid. He provides patients with a pioneering liquid biopsy program in Spain. This blood test identifies molecular characteristics of malignant tumors. Dr. Cubillo Gracián is an Associate Professor at the University CEU San Pablo.

• Directs the postgraduate research Master’s in clinical and applied oncology.
• Leads the Digestive, Sarcomas, and Head and Neck Unit.
• Completed specialized oncology training at the MD Anderson Cancer Center.
• Treats colon cancer, glioblastoma, and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.