Best Minimally Invasive Fusion Surgery Doctors Abroad

Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 43 years of experience in orthopedics and spine surgery
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in innovative minimally invasive techniques

Fellowship-trained in pediatric spinal surgery in Paris, Dr. Dror specializes in minimally invasive techniques for young patients at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Residency in orthopedic surgery at Ichilov Hospital
• Lecturer in orthopedic surgery at Tel Aviv University
• Multiple society memberships including Scoliosis Research Society and European Pediatric Orthopaedic Society

Director of Spinal Surgery at Tel Aviv Medical Center – Dr. Lidar Zvi specializes in minimally invasive techniques with training at top US institutions.

• 35 years focusing exclusively on spine surgeries
• Trained in advanced techniques at Medical College of Wisconsin
• Researcher and developer of miniature spine surgery approaches
• Active member of multiple international neurosurgical associations

Specializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery – Dr. Pisutbenya focuses on reducing recovery times at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• Trained in spinal surgery at Siriraj Hospital
• Expert in adult spinal deformity and cervical spine procedures
• Uses advanced techniques for precise, less invasive operations

Dr. Cristescu specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery, bringing precision and advanced techniques to complex spine and brain conditions at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Trained in neurosurgery at renowned hospitals in France
• Focuses on brain tumor removal and spinal surgery
• Known for combining technical expertise with compassionate care

Prof. Ibrahim Bayar Cinar trained at the University of Ottawa Heart Center – one of Canada's top cardiovascular surgery programs.

• 38 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques
• Member of European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery
• Former professor at Altınbaş University

Associate Professor Tuncay Kaner brings over 37 years of neurosurgical expertise, including a fellowship at UCLA's Comprehensive Spine Center.

• Specialized in minimally invasive spinal surgery techniques
• Member of the Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery
• Fellowship-trained at UCLA's prestigious spinal surgery program
• Active member of the Scoliosis Research Society

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including endoscopic and microsurgical techniques at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Expert in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc surgeries
• Performs far lateral lumbar disc surgeries using lateral microsurgical approach
• Published multiple studies on spinal anatomy and surgical techniques
• Associate Professor with extensive research in neurosurgery

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in minimally invasive techniques at Atlas University Hospital, with over 14 years of neurosurgical experience.

• Completed advanced spinal surgery training in Turkey and Europe
• Published research on minimally invasive approaches for spinal conditions
• Member of Turkish and European neurosurgical societies
• Performs emergency minimally invasive neurosurgery procedures

Expert in minimally invasive spine surgery with advanced training in Japan and South Korea – Dr. Sutantavibul uses the latest techniques for smaller incisions and quicker recovery.

• Trained in endoscopic spine surgery at Seoul Sangyero Hospital
• Fellowship in minimally invasive techniques at Wakayama Medical University
• Specializes in vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and percutaneous screw fixation
• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with residency at Ramathibodi Hospital

Specializes in robotic spine surgery at Hadassah Medical Center – a leader in minimally invasive techniques.

• Over 26 years of experience in spinal deformities and injuries
• Uses advanced robotic equipment for precise surgical outcomes
• Completed specialized training in pediatric vertebrology
• Member of the Association of Orthopedists and Congress of Vertebrologists
• Associate professor at the University of Jerusalem

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. Keorochana specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery with advanced training at UCLA and Desert Institute for Spine Care.

• Expert in MIS TLIF, LLIF, MIDLF, and endoscopic spine procedures
• Performs over 300 minimally invasive spinal surgeries annually
• Board-certified in orthopedic surgery with spinal surgery subspecialty
• Member of the North American Spine Society

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdullah Emre Taçyıldız is a neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital. He has more than 10 years of experience. He graduated from Mersin University Faculty of Medicine in 2012. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital in 2019. He has worked at Gölbaşı Community Health Center, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Karabük Training and Research Hospital, and Malatya Turgut Özal University.

His main fields include brain tumors, back and neck pain, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, head and neck injuries, and spinal stenosis. He is a member of national and international neurosurgery societies. He has an academic research background and solid surgical experience. He provides diagnosis and neurosurgical care.

Dr. Arunakul specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, trained at leading institutions like Yale School of Medicine and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

• Expert in endoscopic and adult reconstructive spine surgery
• Trained in pediatric spinal deformity at Rady's Children Hospital
• Research experience in spine surgery at University of California

Dr. Samuel Moscovici has co-authored 67 peer-reviewed articles in neurosurgery over 21 years, focusing on complex spinal and vascular conditions.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for spinal and vascular disorders
• Highly rated in six neurosurgical conditions
• Practices at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem

52 years of neurosurgical expertise – Dr. Kaye specializes in minimally invasive brain and skull base surgeries at Hadassah University Hospital.

• Trained at Oxford University and Cleveland Clinic
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Royal Melbourne Hospital
• Recipient of the Ronald Bittner Award from the American Association of Neurosurgeons
• Member of multiple international neurosurgical associations

Dr. Kenan Kibici focuses on minimally invasive spine and nerve surgeries at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, with extensive experience in complex cases.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Published multiple research papers on minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Member of the Spine Society of Europa and Turkish Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Lecturer at Altınbaş University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery

Dr. Kseniuk specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, with a focus on targeted pain relief and corrective procedures at Carolina Hospital.

• Graduated from the Medical University of Lviv and the Institute of Neurosurgery A. Romodanov
• Uses techniques like endoscopy and microsurgery for spine pathologies
• Treats a wide range of conditions from disc herniation to spinal deformities
• Offers corrective procedures for previously unsuccessful surgeries