Discectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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.

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

• Graduated from Medical University of Lviv and Institute of Neurosurgery A. Romodanov
• Expert in surgical treatment of spine pathologies and peripheral nervous system
• Uses advanced techniques like endoscopy and microsurgery
• Specializes in corrective procedures after unsuccessful surgeries

Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in spinal surgery, including discectomies, with extensive training in orthopedic and trauma procedures at top Turkish hospitals.

• Expert in lower and upper extremity trauma surgery
• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Medeniyet University
• Specializes in sports traumatology, including ligament and tendon injuries
• Performs hip and knee arthroplasty procedures

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in spine surgery and has performed numerous successful operations in orthopedics and traumatology.

• Expertise in spine surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty
• Finalist in Tubitak XI. Technology Awards
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University

Docent Stanisław Kwiek specializes in minimally invasive spinal procedures, including endoscopic discectomy at KCM Clinic.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery and neurotraumatology
• Performs advanced techniques like SED-YESS lumbar endoscopy and PLDD laser decompression
• Associate professor at Medical University of Katowice's Neurosurgery Department
• Published research on predictive factors for long-term surgical outcomes

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with over 22 years of experience of experience – Dr. Sari specializes in complex spinal procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed specialization at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing the Neurosurgery Department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Holds academic roles alongside clinical practice

Specializes in spine surgery with expertise in artificial disk implantation and endoscopic disc hernia removal. Works at Carolina Medical Center.

• Graduated from Medical University in Warsaw
• Completed internships in the USA, Germany, and other countries
• Author of several publications on neurosurgery

Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu merges innovation with surgical expertise at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology since 1983
• Head of the Scoliosis and Spine Center since 2013
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and Hokkaido University
• Established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center

Performs a wide range of neurosurgical operations, including spine surgery, with a focus on endoscopic techniques.

• Graduated from the Medical University of Warsaw
• Gained professional experience at top neurosurgery clinics in Poland
• Long-time academic lecturer and co-author of several articles
• Member of EUROSPINE, PTNCH, and PTCHK

Performed 2,500+ neurosurgical procedures – Dr. Bujko specializes in endoscopic spine surgery and complex brain tumor cases.

• Certified instructor in endoscopic spine surgery techniques
• Expert in both open and minimally invasive disc procedures
• Specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar discopathies
• Fluent in English, German, Russian, and Polish

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery – trained at the University of Wisconsin Neurosurgery Clinic. Dr. Uc focuses on complex spinal conditions.

• Expert in herniated disc and spinal stenosis treatments
• Published research on minimally invasive spine techniques
• Over 19 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Works at Valued Med Hub Hospitals

Dr. Skuryginas specializes in neurosurgery with extensive training in spinal procedures, including discectomy, at Vilnius University Hospital.

• Over 21 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Trained in spinal neurosurgery through EANS courses
• Works at Kardiolita Hospital and VUL Santariškių Clinics
• Passed the rigorous EANS neurosurgery exam

Prof. Imer pioneers full-endoscopic spine surgery – trained in Herne, Germany – offering minimally invasive discectomies at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 41 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery with Turkish Board certification
• Advanced training in DISC nucleoplasty for cervical and lumbar disc diseases
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Fellowship at Kuopio University Hospital under renowned Finnish neurosurgeons

Assoc Prof. Dr. Guclu specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery with international training in advanced techniques.

• 23 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic Center for Spine Health
• Expert in full-endoscopic lumbar and cervical spine procedures
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal Surgery Group
• Published multiple research papers on spinal disorders

Dr. Akin Akakin specializes in far lateral lumbar disc surgery – a precise microsurgical approach – with 26 years of experience of experience.

• Trained at Florida University in brain and nerve surgery neuroanatomy
• Expert in neurovascular surgery and cerebrovascular diseases
• Published multiple articles in international medical journals
• Performs complex disc surgeries other surgeons may avoid

Fellowship-trained in neurology and neurosurgery in Phoenix – Dr Roberto Hernandez-Pena brings advanced expertise to discectomy procedures at Hospital de la Familia.

• 27 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Works alongside Dr Nestor Rodriguez as a specialized neurology team
• Graduated from Universidad Autonoma of Baja California
• Considered among top neurology teams in Mexicali

Prof. Dr. Baran Yil brings a wealth of expertise in neurosurgery, with specialized training at Yale School of Medicine. His focus on spine surgery makes him a top choice for discectomy patients.

• Completed cerebrovascular research fellowship at Yale School of Medicine
• Awarded the Prof. Dr. Hamit Ziya Gökalp Young Neurosurgeon Encouragement First Prize
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and AOSpine
• Head of the Department at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine