Discectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr. Fernando Ruiz Juretschke is a neurosurgeon at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He treats brain tumors and complex spinal conditions, including glioblastoma, pituitary adenomas, and spinal stenosis. Dr. Ruiz Juretschke performs specialized procedures such as endoscopic discectomies for herniated disks. He works at a JCI-accredited facility, a medical hub in Spain with a team of over 100 specialists.

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.

Specializes in spine and spinal cord surgery, bringing expertise to Biruni University Hospital. With a focus on pediatric neurosurgery, Dr. Baskan combines precision with compassionate care.

• 17 years of neurosurgery experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Specializes in pediatric neurosurgery for 17 years
• Engages in spina bifida and congenital anomalies treatment

41 years of spine surgery expertise – Dr. Hedge pioneered modern spine instrumentation in India at Apollo Hospital Indraprastha.

• Specializes in both surgical and non-surgical spine treatments
• Member of Spine Trauma Study Group, USA and other prestigious associations
• Completed MS from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
• Handles complex spinal trauma cases with advanced techniques

of experience in neurosurgery – Dr. Peerapong specializes in spine surgery at Bumrungrad International Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in neurological surgery at Temple University Hospital, USA
• Special clinical interest in spine surgery
• Board-certified in neurosurgery in Thailand
• Speaks both English and Thai

Pioneered anterior cervical foraminotomy in Korea – Dr. Lim specializes in minimally invasive spinal procedures at Nanoori Hospital.

• 38 years of neurosurgical experience
• Developed mini spinal fusion surgery
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society
• Trained in minimal-access spine surgery in Memphis
• Multiple publications on spinal disc treatments

Highly experienced in spine surgeries, Dr. Mustafa Gurelik specializes in discectomy procedures at Medicana Sivas Hospital.

• Graduated from Cumhuriyet University in 1989
• Specialized in neurosurgery at Cumhuriyet University in 1997
• Extensive experience in treating spine diseases
• Performs both surgical and non-surgical treatments for herniated discs

Specialized in neurosurgery with training at Ankara University – Dr. Ozalp focuses on spinal procedures at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Brain and surgery specialist with extensive training
• Experience at Ankara Private Acıbadem Hospital
• Educated at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries – Murat Duzgun performs fully closed discectomies for faster patient recovery at Can Hospitals Turkey.

• Trained in brain and nerve surgery at Izmir Ege University
• Uses microsurgery techniques for lumbar and cervical hernias
• Experience includes spinal fracture treatments and scoliosis corrections
• Performs endoscopic procedures for less invasive interventions

Dr. Augusto Covaro specializes in spine surgery at Hospital Universitari Quiron-Dexeus, bringing advanced techniques to treat herniated discs and other spinal conditions.

• Completed fellowships in spinal surgery in Aarhus and Uppsala
• Specializes in lumbar spine stenosis and radiculopathy
• Active participant in international spinal surgery meetings
• Published multiple articles in scientific journals

Over 14 years of neurosurgical experience with a high success rate – Dr. Gokcek specializes in minimally invasive spine surgeries, including discectomies, at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained in microsurgery and endoscopic techniques at leading institutions
• Performs cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc surgeries with excellent outcomes
• Skilled in both primary procedures and complex revision cases
• Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery with extensive teaching experience
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Dr. Covaro actively contributes to spine surgery research with publications in scientific magazines. He is a key member of leading spine organizations.

• Member of Spanish Society of Orthopedics, AOspine, GEER, and Eurospine
• Practices at Institut Universitari Dexeus and Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge
• Engages in international spine surgery meetings