Best Herniated disc surgery Doctors Worldwide — TOP 113

Dr. Conesa has extensive experience in complex neurosurgical procedures at highly functional brain areas – now leading neurosurgery at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specializes in brain and spinal cord tumor surgeries
• Completed fellowships at top US institutions like Massachusets General Hospital
• Director of neurosurgery departments at multiple Barcelona hospitals
• Member of European and Spanish neurosurgical societies
• Pioneers augmented reality platforms for surgical planning

Dr. Ertugrul Pinar specializes in neurosurgery with a focus on brain and spine conditions, including herniated discs, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Experienced in both adult and pediatric cases
• Handles complex spinal conditions
• Works with advanced surgical techniques

Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders. Dr. Kaya previously led a Parkinson’s disease research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University. He earned the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

• Performs complex brain tumor removals and skull base surgeries.
• Treats spinal conditions including tumors, stenosis, and herniated discs.
• Completed specialized observerships in cellular neuroscience at Maastricht University.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Sangwon Hwang has performed over 6,000 spine surgeries at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He is a neurosurgeon specializing in endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Hwang treats complex cases like spinal tumors and revision surgeries. He focuses on procedures that reduce pain and speed up recovery times.

• Serves as the CEO and Chief Spine Surgeon at Leadheal Hospital.
• Expert in cervical artificial disc replacement and laminectomy.
• Former clinical instructor and adjunct professor at Asan Medical Center.
• Member of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society.

Dr. Nnamdi Elenwoke specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery at Centro Médico Teknon, one of Europe’s leading neurosurgical centers.

• 15+ years of neurosurgical experience
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for complex spine conditions
• Trained in endoscopic skull base surgery at Emory University
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

Dr. Yunus Uysal specializes in herniated disc surgery with extensive training in spinal surgery techniques.

• Completed Basic and Advanced Spinal Surgery Training Program
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Trained in Developmental Hip Dysplasia and Advanced Arthroplasty
• Attended International Congress for Joint Reconstruction

Specializes in spine surgery with robotic-assisted techniques at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Trained in orthopedic trauma and spine surgery at Ankara Education and Research Hospital
• Certified in Stryker Mako robotic systems for precise joint replacements
• Published research on biomechanics of spinal screw revisions
• Attended Spine Intervention Society Congress in Munich

The doctor is a highly accomplished Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon with over 21 years of clinical experience and more than 6,000 successful procedures. Specializing in robotic-assisted knee arthroplasty, advanced arthroscopy, and sports medicine, the doctor utilizes cutting-edge systems like CORI and ROSA to ensure precision. Clinical expertise spans shoulder reconstruction, complex fracture management, spine care, and regenerative medicine.

Holding a PhD with honors, the doctor serves as the Director of the Sports Injuries Department at Olympion Medical Center. With a strong academic background and international recognition, the doctor has authored 25 peer-reviewed articles and provides expert medical consultancy for professional sports organizations.

Dr. Yılmaz trained at Yale School of Medicine – a leader in spinal surgery – and specializes in herniated disc procedures.

• Holds memberships in Turkish Neurosurgery and Spine Associations
• Certified by AOSpine – a global authority in spine care
• Performs advanced minimally invasive techniques

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.

Prof. Dr. Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir specializes in endoscopic lumbar disc surgery at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 24 years of experience of neurosurgery experience
• Expert in minimally invasive spine procedures
• Ranked 1st in Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Performs both lumbar and cervical disc surgeries

Dr. Yosawat Tangtrongchit is an orthopaedic surgeon. He has subspecialty expertise in spine surgery.

He earned his MD from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (2002–2008). He holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery from Phramongkutklao Hospital (2011–2015). He completed a clinical fellowship in spine surgery at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital (2024–2025).

Dr. Necati Kaplan is an Associate Professor and neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in the surgical treatment of brain and spine tumors, vascular diseases, and hydrocephalus. Dr. Kaplan holds international certification in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques from Mainz and Tuttlingen. He actively publishes clinical research on vertebral fractures and cervical surgery outcomes.

• Board Member of the Association of Nervous System Surgery.
• Expertise in stem cell and exosome therapies for spinal trauma.
• Co-authored clinical series covering 271 lumbar microdiscectomies and 200 cervical surgeries.
• Completed training in advanced neuroendoscopy and the keyhole surgical concept.

Dr. Emad Abdallah combines academic research with clinical practice, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for herniated discs.

• Neurosurgery residency at Balikesir University Health Practice and Research Hospital
• Published research on biochemical markers in lumbar disc herniation patients
• Trained in advanced spinal surgery techniques through specialized courses
• Conducted thesis research on innovative therapies for spinal cord injuries

Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgeries, including complex procedures like radical prostatectomy and cystectomy at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in urology
• Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques
• Performs advanced procedures like HOLEP surgery

Dr. Zvi Cohen is the Director of the Neurosurgery Department at Sheba Medical Center. He was recently recognized in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors list for 2025. Dr. Cohen specializes in treating complex brain, pituitary, and spinal cord tumors. He founded the brain tumor tissue bank at Sheba to support oncological research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in neurosurgery and leads clinical trials for malignant brain tumors.

• Completed fellowships in neurosurgical oncology at MD Anderson and neuroradiology at Beth Israel.
• Expert in intraoperative MRI, stereotactic biopsies, and image-guided resections.
• Performs radiosurgery and minimally invasive microsurgery for CNS tumors.
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Over 5,629 endoscopic surgeries performed – Prof. Dr. Ceylan is a leading expert in minimally invasive neurosurgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in complex cases including herniated discs
• Trained in the UK for advanced neurosurgical techniques
• Professor and Head of Neurosurgery Department at Kocaeli University
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical societies

Neurosurgeon with 14 years at the University Clinical Hospital in Olsztyn. Long‑time Head of the Adult “Budzik” Clinic. Performed the first stimulator implantations in coma patients in Europe. Provides DBS for Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy. Performs complex brain and spine surgery. Promotes minimally invasive pain care.

Completed international training in pain, dystonia, neurodegeneration, and neuroendoscopy. Training sites included Johns Hopkins and centers in Germany, the UK, and Switzerland. Presented internationally on trigeminal neuralgia, CRPS, modern coma care, and zona incerta stimulation in Parkinson’s disease.

Board member of the International Neuromodulation Society (INS). Member of IFNE, the London Pain Forum, and Polish neurosurgical and spine societies. At Wilmed, provides surgical treatment of spinal disorders and minimally invasive spinal pain therapy.

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. Selman Dogan specializes in lower and upper extremity trauma surgery as well as spinal surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching and Research Hospital
• Studied Orthopedic Oncology at Medeniyet University
• Specializes in sports traumatology and ligament injuries
• Experienced in hip and knee arthroplasty