Herniated disc surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Over 1,000 spine surgeries performed – Dr. Ashkenazi founded and heads the Israel Spine Center at Assuta Hospital.

• 27 years of experience specializing in spine surgery
• Expertise in lumbar and cervical spine conditions
• Uses TOPS™ System for spinal stenosis
• Author of 50+ research papers on spine treatment
• Trained at Montefiore Medical Center (USA)

Dr. Mehmet Hakan Şahin is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital (as of 2026). He specializes in neuro-oncological and neurovascular surgery. He also performs skull base, complex cranial, and spine surgery. He was an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University (2019–2024). He served at UW Health (2024–2025).

He has 29 international peer-reviewed papers and 11 national papers. He has written 5 textbook chapters. He has given 7 oral presentations, including at AANS 2025 and a 2024 panel on supratotal glioma resection. His honors include the 2024 Turkish Neurosurgery Association Young Neurosurgeon Incentive Award (Second Prize) and 1st Prize at the 1st Yaşargil Microneurosurgery Academy. He holds the Turkish Neurosurgery Qualification Certificate (2023). He has been a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association since 2017 (No. 1620).

Specializes in herniated disc surgery, offering expertise in both spine surgery and peripheral nerve procedures.

• Handles complex spine conditions including tumors and fractures
• Skilled in treating waist, neck, and back hernias
• Specialized in aneurysm and pituitary surgery

Dr. Kseniuk specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery at Carolina Hospital, including targeted blockades and microsurgery for herniated discs.

• Graduated from Medical University of Lviv and Institute of Neurosurgery A. Romodanov
• Performs both classic and corrective spine surgeries
• Expert in pain management techniques like spinal cord stimulation
• Treats spine pathologies across all age groups

Prof. Akalan has over 38 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain and spine conditions at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Expert in advanced techniques like the O-arm Imaging System and iMRI
• Published 117 scientific papers on neurosurgery
• Co-author of 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery'
• Specializes in epilepsy, glioma, and spine tumors

Specializing in spine surgery, Dr. Michalik focuses on innovative artificial disk implantations and minimally invasive procedures.

• Performs endoscopic removal of lumbar disc hernias
• Skilled in surgical treatment of spinal tumors
• Graduated from Medical University in Warsaw
• Author of several neurosurgery publications

Specializes in endoscopic spine surgery – Dr. Netczuk brings precision to herniated disc procedures at Carolina Hospital.

• Graduate of Medical University of Warsaw
• Member of EUROSPINE and Polish neurosurgical societies
• Academic lecturer with published articles
• Experienced in complex spine operations

Performed 2,500+ surgeries, including 1,600 as lead surgeon – Dr. Lechanoine specializes in minimally invasive spine procedures at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• Expert in UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy) for herniated discs
• European Diploma of Spine Surgery (Eurospine) certified
• Senior consultant with international experience across Europe
• Authored numerous scientific publications in neurosurgery

34 years of experience of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Gogusgeren specializes in minimally invasive herniated disc surgeries under the microscope.

• Performs secured surgeries from smaller incisions
• Prioritizes patient trust and post-surgery care
• Available for patients at any time

Dr. Mehmet Tonge specializes in herniated disc surgery with extensive training in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery at prestigious institutions.

• Completed neurosurgery residency at Gazi University
• Trained in microneurosurgery and interventional neuroradiology in Zurich
• Published 32 papers and 12 book chapters on neurosurgery
• Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies

5,000+ successful surgeries – Dr. Aghayev is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon with US patents for spinal surgery inventions.

• Over 20 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Developed unique surgical techniques like the PURED method
• Specializes in herniated discs and complex spinal conditions
• Completed fellowship at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
• Published 50+ scientific papers on neurosurgical topics

Associate Professor Melih Ucer specializes in herniated disc surgery with training at the University of Wisconsin's Neurosurgery Department.

• 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Visiting scholar at University of Wisconsin, Madison
• Member of Turkish Spine Society and EUROSPINE
• Works at Biruni University Hospital

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.