Foraminotomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Han Yeongmin is a neurosurgeon (MD, PhD). He is Medical Director and Director of the Neurosurgery Center at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital. He treats cerebrovascular disease and peripheral nerve disorders. He also specializes in brain tumors and skull base surgery. Conditions include stroke, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, and moyamoya disease. He performs PEN, PNP, and SNB. He also offers microscopic and endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, MIS-TLIF/minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned his MD and PhD from The Catholic University of Korea. He served as a visiting professor in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute (Phoenix, Arizona, USA). He also served at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington (Seattle, USA).

His publications include co-authorship of Chapter 52 of the Textbook of Korean Cerebrovascular Surgery. He also co-authored Acoustic Neuroma Oncology. He is a full member of KNS, KSCVS, KSBS, KBTS, KNTS, KSNS, and KSPNS.

Performs minimally invasive foraminotomy with specialized training from top U.S. institutions like Moffitt Cancer Center and LSUHSC.

• Board-certified neurosurgeon with a focus on spine surgery
• Trained in advanced techniques at Rainbow and Babies Hospital, Case Western Reserve
• Current Head of Neurosurgery at German Medical Institute, Limassol
• Completed multiple spine surgery courses including minimally invasive techniques

Specializes in microsurgical lumbar and cervical disc herniation treatment – Dr. Akkurt focuses on precise spine procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in scoliosis surgery and treatment
• Performs spinal canal narrowing surgeries
• Treats spine fractures and lumbar slipping
• Handles complex brain and spine tumors

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including foraminotomy, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in endoscopic closed lumbar disc herniation surgery
• Performs surgical treatments for spine fractures
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for cervical and lumbar herniations

Dr. Samuel Moskovichi is a highly rated neurosurgeon at Hadassah Medical Center with expertise in complex spinal conditions.

• Specializes in epidermoid cysts, schwannomas, and neurosarcoidosis
• Author of 67 peer-reviewed articles in neurosurgery
• Highly rated in 6 neurological conditions

Dr. Andry Key brings 52 years of experience of neurosurgery experience, specializing in complex brain and spine procedures at Hadassah University Hospital.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at Oxford University and Cleveland Clinic
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Royal Melbourne Hospital
• Recipient of Ronald Bittner Award from American Association of Neurosurgeons
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical associations worldwide

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including foraminotomy, at Carolina Hospital.

• Trained at Medical University of Lviv and Institute of Neurosurgery A. Romodanov
• Uses X-ray and ultrasound-guided techniques for precision
• Experienced in corrective surgeries after unsuccessful procedures elsewhere
• Offers comprehensive pain management solutions

Specializes in spine surgery with expertise in minimally invasive techniques like endoscopic removal of lumbar disc hernias at Carolina Hospital.

• Graduated from Medical University in Warsaw
• Participated in international internships and conferences in the USA, Germany, and more
• Author of several publications on neurosurgery
• Performs implantation of artificial lumbar and cervical disks

Dr. Covaro specializes in spinal surgery with advanced training in complex spine techniques – his dual fellowships via SICOT and AOspine set him apart.

• Completed fellowships in Aarhus and Uppsala focused on spinal surgery
• Active participant in international spinal surgery conferences
• Published multiple articles in scientific journals on spine treatments
• Member of Eurospine, GEER and Spanish Orthopedics Society

Dr. Covaro actively contributes to spine surgery research and attends patients at top Barcelona hospitals.

• Member of Spanish Society of Orthopedics and Eurospine
• Regular participant in international spine surgery meetings
• Published multiple articles in scientific magazines
• Practices at Institut Universitari Dexeus and Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge

Specialist Dr. Teyyub Hesenov brings extensive neurosurgical expertise, trained at Marmara University and experienced in complex spinal procedures.

• Over 16 years of experience of neurosurgery practice in leading Turkish hospitals
• Specialized training in cranial base surgery and neuro-oncology
• Published multiple research papers on spinal conditions and neurosurgical techniques
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgery Society with ongoing professional development

Dr. Augusto Covaro specializes in spine surgery with fellowships in Denmark and Sweden, bringing advanced techniques to Barcelona.

• Performs treatments for lumbar spine stenosis, radiculopathy, and herniated discs
• Completed fellowships in Aarhus and Uppsala for spinal surgery
• Active participant in international spine surgery meetings
• Published multiple articles in scientific magazines

Prof. Jang specializes in microscopic spinal surgery and has published research on foraminal and extraforaminal lumbar disc herniation.

• Over 43 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• President of Nanoori Hospital and founder of Nanoori Medical Foundation
• Member of the European Spine Society and other prestigious organizations
• Selected as the best doctor in Spine Disorder Treatment by leading South Korean newspapers

Introduced anterior cervical foraminotomy to Korea first – Jaehyeon Lim specializes in minimally invasive spinal procedures at Nanoori Hospital.

• Professor at Inje University Paik Hospital with 38 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Developed mini spinal fusion surgery and painless techniques
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society
• Trained in minimal-access spine surgery in Memphis, Tennessee

Dr. Kim specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, including foraminotomy, with extensive training in Germany and Korea.

• Over 32 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery and spine procedures
• Faculty member of multiple international spine surgery research societies
• Recipient of the 2018 Paviz Kambin Award for spine surgery excellence
• Published numerous articles on minimally invasive spine techniques

Specializes in spine diseases and surgical procedures for lumbar and neck hernia – Dr. Gurelik brings decades of neurosurgical expertise to Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1989
• Specialized in neurosurgery at Cumhuriyet University in 1997
• Experienced in treating brain and spinal cord tumors
• Skilled in non-surgical treatment methods for hernias

Dr. Marcelo Amato is a neurosurgeon and spine surgeon in São Paulo. He focuses on endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery. He earned his MD in 2004 and completed neurosurgery residency in 2009 at FMRP‑USP. He holds a PhD in Neurosurgery/Clinical Surgery. He is a specialist in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery recognized by the Brazilian Neurosurgery and Spine societies and the Brazilian Medical Association. CRM‑SP 116,579; RQE 29,417.

He has worked in endoscopic spine surgery since 2013. His work includes clinical care, teaching, and research. He teaches courses. He is a collaborator at the University Hospital (FMRP‑USP) and is director of Amato Hospital Day. His website reports over 2,100 spine surgeries and over 1,600 pediatric neurosurgeries up to 2021, and over 97% satisfaction in endoscopic cases (Macnab). At the São Paulo Air Force Hospital (2010–2018), he helped rebuild the neurosurgery service and performed more than 250 high‑complexity procedures.