Best Spina Bifida surgery Doctors Worldwide — TOP 24

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in Spine Surgery, including complex Spina Bifida cases, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed specialty training at University of Health Sciences
• Expertise in Trauma Surgery and Arthroplasty
• TUBITAK XI. Technology Awards Finalist in 2014
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University

Prof. Dr. Hasan Özgür Özdemir is an expert in neurosurgery with a specialized focus on spinal conditions at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 24 years of neurosurgical experience
• Specializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgeries
• Ranked 1st in the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society
• Handles complex spine tumors and fractures

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.

Dr. Emad Abdallah brings specialized neurosurgical expertise to complex spina bifida cases, trained under renowned spinal surgery programs.

• Neurosurgery residency completed at Balikesir University Health Practice and Research Hospital
• Published research on spinal cord injury therapies in peer-reviewed journals
• Advanced training in minimally invasive spinal surgery techniques
• Completed specialized pediatric neurosurgery coursework

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. Selman Dogan specializes in spinal surgery and sports traumatology, bringing extensive expertise to complex spine conditions like spina bifida at Hisar Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedics with fellowship in orthopedic oncology
• Manages trauma treatments of spine and extremities
• Trained at Istanbul University's renowned Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Specializes in pediatric conditions including hip dysplasia

Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Over 43 years of experience in spine surgery
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in complex spinal deformities and corrective procedures

Assoc Prof. Dr. Dogan Gucluhan Guclu specializes in spinal surgeries with training at prestigious institutions like The Cleveland Clinic and Saint Louis University.

• 23 years of experience in neurosurgery, focusing on spinal conditions
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group
• Trained in less-invasive spine surgery techniques internationally
• Published multiple studies on spinal decompression and pediatric lumbar surgery

Over 47 years of neurosurgery experience – Prof. Rochkind specializes in minimally invasive techniques for spinal and peripheral nerve conditions at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Expert in peripheral nerve microsurgery and spinal surgery
• Trained in pediatric neurosurgery at Canada's Hospital for Sick Children
• Uses modern laser and bioengineering technologies for complex operations
• Heads the Israeli Society of Laser Neurotechnologies

Prof. Kaptanoglu specializes in complex spinal surgeries, including spina bifida, with over 34 years of neurosurgical experience. His research on spinal cord injuries has earned multiple awards.

• Completed fellowship in spinal cord injury at University of Toronto
• Published 65 international scientific articles on neurosurgery
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at Marmara University
• Member of EUROSPINE and AO Spine organizations

Dr. Boaz Liberman is the Director of the Orthopedic Oncology Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating bone and soft tissue sarcomas in adults and children. Dr. Liberman was recognized in the Forbes list of top doctors in Israel. He focuses on limb-sparing cancer surgery combined with functional reconstruction. Dr. Liberman completed fellowships at Mount Sinai Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto.

• Performs complex joint reconstruction and revision hip or knee replacements.
• Uses MRgFUS to treat bone conditions with imaging-guided ultrasound.
• Treats childhood tumors like Ewing's sarcoma and rhabdomyosarcoma.
• Member of the American and European Associations of Tissue Banks.

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).

Head of Neurosurgery at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital – Dr. Hinojosa specializes in pediatric neurosurgery with over 28 years of experience.

• Trained in fetal surgery at Federal University of São Paulo
• President of the Spanish Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery (SENEP)
• Author of 93 scientific publications in neurosurgery
• Member of European and International Pediatric Neurosurgery Societies

Dr. Ban Seong-su is a neurosurgeon. His specialties include biportal endoscopic spine surgery (herniated disc, spinal stenosis, spinal fusion), percutaneous epidural neuroplasty (PEN), radiofrequency therapy, and cervical artificial disc replacement. He is Director of the Department of Neurosurgery at Naeun Hospital. He previously served as Director or Medical Director of Spine Centers at Gangnam Nanoori Hospital, International Baro Hospital, Pyeongtaek Pakae Hospital, Cheonan Woori Hospital, and Busan Sehung Hospital. He was also a visiting physician and clinical fellow at Asan Medical Center.

He earned his M.D. from Chung-Ang University College of Medicine. He is a Ph.D. candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Chung-Ang University. He completed an internship at Korea Cancer Center Hospital and a neurosurgery residency at Seoul Medical Center.

Dr. Teyyub Hesenov specializes in neurosurgery at Melhem International Hospital, with extensive training in complex spinal conditions.

• Graduated from Dokuz Eylul University and completed advanced neurosurgery training at Marmara University
• Published multiple research papers on spinal conditions and neurosurgical techniques
• Participated in specialized cadaver courses for cranial base surgery
• Worked at prestigious hospitals including Bahcesehir University Medical Park
• Active member of neurosurgery scientific communities with international presentations

Dr. Hakan Ozalp specializes in neurosurgery with training from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

• Board-certified in brain and surgery
• Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Practiced at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital
• Trained at University of Insubria, Italy

Over 14 years of neurosurgery experience – Dr. Gokcek specializes in complex spinal conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Performs minimally invasive spine surgery and percutaneous techniques
• Successfully treated thousands of patients with severe brain and spine conditions
• Trained in microsurgery and neuroendoscopy at top international institutions
• Published 17 articles on neurosurgery topics

Assoc. Prof. Erkam Komurcu specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on spinal conditions, including spina bifida, at Estophia Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology with over 22 years of experience
• Trained in spinal surgery at UCLA Spine Center and Ankara University
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Published multiple research papers on spinal conditions and surgical techniques