Best Physiotherapy Doctors Worldwide — TOP 82

Dr. Joaquim Casañas is a world-leading specialist in peripheral nerve surgery and brachial plexus reconstruction, with 33 years of experience at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Pioneer in intraoperative electrophysiological mapping for precision
• Specializes in neuropathic pain and complex upper limb trauma
• Director of Traumaunit and Head of Hand Surgery Department
• Trained at Mayo Clinic and Avicenne & Bichat Hospitals
• President of the Spanish Society for Surgery of the Hand

Dr. Fatih Temizturk is a rehabilitation specialist at Nobel Medical Center in Pamukkale. He specializes in neurological and orthopedic recovery for children and adults. Dr. Temizturk is a former Assistant Professor at Dumlupınar University. He focuses on musculoskeletal diseases and rheumatological conditions.

• Performs USG-controlled injections, PRP, and CGF therapy for joint pain.
• Treats children with cerebral palsy and patients recovering from strokes.
• Specializes in Botox injections for neurological and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Practices at a center using thermal mineral water and natural mud therapy.

Dr. Kantaphong Thongrong is the Head of Rehabilitation at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital. He specializes in neurorehabilitation, chronic pain, and geriatric care. Dr. Thongrong is a board-certified physiatrist and the founder of PYONG Rehabilitation Group. He integrates robotics and wearable exoskeleton technology into patient recovery programs.

• Performs ultrasound-guided interventions, hydrodissection, and radiofrequency therapies.
• Principal Investigator for clinical trials on wearable exoskeleton training in stroke patients.
• Uses VR-based cognitive therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).
• Runs a public health education platform with over 100,000 followers.

Dr. Piya Assawaboonyadej is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in bone and connective tissue tumor surgery. He completed a clinical fellowship in Orthopedic Oncology and Reconstruction at the University of Iowa. Dr. Assawaboonyadej is a member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Expert in musculoskeletal tumor surgery and limb salvage techniques.
• Performs complex procedures including robotic knee replacement and endoscopic discectomy.
• Treats diverse conditions like developmental hip dysplasia and bone sarcomas.
• Practices at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Thailand.

Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery – Dr. Sitthisen combines surgical precision with patient-centered care.

• Sub-specialty training in Hand and Microsurgery
• Expert in traumatic and degenerative hand conditions
• Skilled in tendon injuries, fractures, and nerve compression
• Provides reconstructive microsurgery for complex cases

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Prof. Demiralp brings deep expertise in orthopedic oncology and trauma surgery, with specialized training at Mayo Clinic.

• Over 35 years of experience in orthopedics
• Specializes in complex limb reconstruction
• Associate professor in orthopaedic oncology and trauma
• Member of multiple prestigious orthopedic societies
• Received awards for tumor treatment research

Specializes in joint and cartilage surgery with over 10,000 knee and hip replacement procedures performed.

• Expert in sports medicine and joint arthroscopy
• Uses advanced non-surgical treatments like stem cell therapy
• Focuses on post-operative rehabilitation and medical plate exercises
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Orthopaedics Department

Dr. Li Yanwen is an early leader in functional neurosurgery in China. He is a founder of neurosurgical navigation in the country. He is a Visiting Professor at the University of Turin. His awards include the First Prize of the Shenzhen Science and Technology Progress Award and the Third Prize of the Guangdong Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award.

He specializes in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery. He has over 20 years of experience and has completed more than 10,000 surgical localization procedures for Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy. He is skilled in stereotactic and navigation techniques. His focus includes precision treatment for hard-to-treat cerebral hemorrhage and traumatic brain injury, post-stroke paralysis, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and spinal cord injury. He also performs targeted surgery for autism. He studies stem-cell therapies for neurological and autoimmune diseases.

Dr. Songpoj Tanprasert specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center in Bangkok. He focuses on restoring function for patients with neurological and musculoskeletal disorders. Dr. Tanprasert builds evidence-based plans for stroke recovery and chronic pain management. He works at a specialized center treating 200 patients annually.

• Specializes in stroke rehabilitation, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injury.
• Prioritizes non-surgical pain care and individualized therapeutic exercise programs.
• Performs specialized techniques including Bobath therapy and occupational therapy.
• Treats neurological conditions and post-surgical impairments in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Dr. Evgeniy Blum is an honored inventor and rehabilitation specialist in Marbella, Spain. He holds over 60 international patents for treating serious systemic diseases. Dr. Blum founded Somatodynamics, a scientific field focusing on fascial self-renewal and physiological flow. He treats complex conditions like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and cerebral palsy.

• Holds 62 international patents for medical technologies and treatments.
• Heads the Department of Clinical Rehabilitation at Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia.
• Supervised the training of over 5,800 medical specialists and PhD candidates.
• Developed 1,500 rehabilitation modules with no global equivalents.

The doctor is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, the Turkish Spine Association, and AOSpine. With an academic background from Marmara University in Turkey and further training at Yale School of Medicine in the USA, the doctor is well-versed in neurosurgery and spine-related medical practices.

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 minimally invasive spine surgery – Dr. Laohapornsvan brings advanced techniques to Navamin 9 Hospital.

• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in spine surgery
• Trained in endoscopic spine techniques in Seoul and Japan
• Focused on minimally invasive approaches for faster recovery
• Member of the Spine Society of Thailand

Dr. Ekkachai Tungkhavivatchakun is an orthopaedic specialist at PMG Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. He has practiced orthopaedic surgery (bone and joint surgery) since 2004. He has more than 20 years of clinical experience.

Education and credentials: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University. Diploma in Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University.

Dr. Liengwattanakul works at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital, which integrates conventional and regenerative medicine for comprehensive patient care.

• Specializes in physiotherapy within a multidisciplinary hospital setting
• Focuses on reducing hospitalization time with modern medical technology
• Works in an environment that combines treatment with a greenery atmosphere

Dr. Ma Bin, MD, PhD, is a Chief Physician and master's supervisor in Spinal Surgery at a tertiary hospital. He has more than 20 years of experience. His work focuses on degenerative spine disease and minimally invasive surgery. He is skilled in PELD, percutaneous pedicle screw fixation, and tubular retractor-assisted decompression and fusion.

He serves on the Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Committee of the Chinese Orthopaedic Association. He is also a standing committee member of the Spine Minimally Invasive Professional Committee of the Chinese Medical Doctor Association. He is a frequent keynote speaker at national conferences. He has led or joined several provincial and ministerial projects. He has published more than 20 papers in core domestic and SCI-indexed journals. His findings are widely cited, and some have been adopted into clinical guidelines.

Dr. Bestami Yalvac is an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Dr. Yalvac specializes in ozone therapy for fibromyalgia and sports injuries. He completed his residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats chronic conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatic pain, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Provides rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and nerve compression.
• Uses techniques such as dry needling, kinesiotaping, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 500,000 patients every year.

Prof. Cakar specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, with dual expertise in pain medicine and electrodiagnostic neurology at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Professor with of clinical experience
• Trained at Harvard Medical School in advanced brain stimulation techniques
• Published 40+ international research articles on rehabilitation
• Chairs the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group
• European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine member