Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Associate Professor Ramazan Sari specializes in neurosurgery with extensive training at prestigious institutions like SB Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Over 22 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Key role in establishing the neurosurgery department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in Turkish and English
• Currently practicing at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Assoc. Prof. Mustafa Yavuz Samanci specializes in spinal cord stimulation at Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center.

• Neurosurgery resident with 19 years of experience of experience
• Completed fellowship in spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation in Germany
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
• Active in clinical research on neuromodulation techniques

Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at UC Davis – Dr. Thongchai specializes in minimally invasive techniques and dynamic stabilization.

• Robotic-assisted spine surgery certified in Florida
• Expertise in adult degenerative spine and spinal deformity
• Published multiple research papers on spine fusion techniques
• Performs total disc replacement procedures

With over 25 years of clinical and academic experience, the doctor is a highly accomplished specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Clinical expertise encompasses hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery. The doctor has held significant positions at various training and research hospitals, including serving as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor has pursued international professional development, including an observership at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. After being appointed Associate Professor in 2018, the doctor attained the rank of Professor in 2024 and currently practices as a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Dr. Shao Ming is a leading neurologist with groundbreaking research in epilepsy and neurophysiological monitoring, featured in The Journal of Neuroscience.

• Doctor of Medical Sciences with postdoctoral training at Harvard and University of Texas
• Introduced propofol for Wada tests in China, enhancing surgical safety
• Author of over 50 scientific articles, including 30 in international journals
• Multiple grant recipient for epilepsy research from prestigious institutions
• Holds leadership roles in Chinese and international neurophysiological societies

Dr. Ercan Kaya is a neurosurgery specialist. He earned his M.D. from Marmara University. He completed his residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital in 2020. He fulfilled his mandatory service in Mardin. He then served as a neurosurgery specialist at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital. Since 2026, he has worked as a neurosurgeon at NPİSTANBUL Hospital.

His practice focuses on spine and spinal cord disorders. He gained further experience as an observer in the Complex Spinal Surgery department at The Walton Centre, a leading neurosurgery center in the UK.

Specializes in spine surgery with 35 years of experience of experience – Dr. Uyar handles complex cases at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained at SSK Göztepe Training Hospital
• Performs spinal cord stimulator implantations
• Focuses on lumbar and cervical spine conditions
• Won Istanbul Chamber of Medicine's thesis prize

Prof. Cinar brings cardiovascular surgery expertise to spinal cord stimulation, trained at Canada's University of Ottawa Heart Center.

• 38 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery
• Fellowship-trained at a leading North American heart center
• Professor at Altınbaş University
• Member of European vascular surgery societies

Specializes in functional neurosurgery, including spinal cord stimulator procedures, with extensive experience in minimally invasive techniques.

• Associate Professor with a focus on spinal surgery and pain management
• Published multiple studies on spinal cord injuries and treatments
• Performs endoscopic and microsurgical spine procedures
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society

Specializes in ultrasound-guided spinal injections at Central Hospital – precise delivery for optimal spinal cord stimulator outcomes.

• Honor graduate from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Trained in advanced injection techniques at Istanbul Physical Medicine Research Hospital
• Provides comprehensive rehabilitation protocols post-SCS implantation
• Expertise in PRP and prolotherapy for enhanced recovery

Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in spinal cord stimulator procedures at Atlas University Hospital, with advanced training in spinal and peripheral nerve surgery.

• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Participated in advanced spinal surgery courses led by Dr. Mehmet Zileli
• Published multiple case reports on neurosurgical techniques
• Attended European Training Course in Neurosurgery on Functional Neurosurgery

Dr. Firat Oruc specializes in orthopedics and traumatology with a focus on joint surgeries and prosthetics at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Expert in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgeries
• Specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery and hand surgery
• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

Adil Turan brings over 17 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery, with specialized training in trauma research at Denver Health Hospital.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology at İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Boasts a background in Trauma Research from Denver Health Hospital

Dr. Samet Erinc specializes in spine surgery at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, with expertise in both pediatric and degenerative spinal conditions.

• Trained at Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA
• Focused on scoliosis, kyphosis, and disc herniation
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Certified in advanced spine surgery techniques

Principal investigator of 100+ clinical trials in neuroscience – Dr. Arroyo leads the Neurology Department at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Head of Neurology at Quironsalud University Hospital since 2006
• Published 139 international articles in top journals like New England Journal of Medicine
• Professor of Medicine at European University of Madrid
• Specializes in complex neurological interventions and research

41 years of experience specializing in pediatric orthopedic surgery – Dr. Albiñana focuses on complex cases like hip dysplasia and Perthes disease at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Former Head of Pediatric Orthopedics at La Paz Hospital
• Fellowship-trained at University of Iowa and Oxford University
• Published research on acetabular development and hip dysplasia
• Associate Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid

Dr. Romero Imbroda is a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology and President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology, specializing in advanced neurological treatments.

• Head of Neurology Units at Quirónsalud Malaga and Marbella Hospitals
• Lecturer at the University of Granada with a focus on neurology
• Author of numerous national and international scientific publications
• Specializes in complex neurological conditions and treatments

Professor Cheng Biao is Chief Physician, Professor, and Doctoral Supervisor of Orthopedics at Shanghai Tongji Hospital. He specializes in complex joint disease and sports trauma. His focus areas are arthroplasty and arthroscopy.

Scope includes knee and hip arthroplasty, meniscectomy, and rotator cuff, ACL, and Bankart repair. He also treats DDH, patellar and shoulder instability, axial spondyloarthritis, Kashin–Beck disease, and major‑joint osteoarthritis.

He is Deputy Head of the Arthroscopy Group, Shanghai Medical Doctor Association, and a founding member of the Chinese Shoulder & Elbow Collaborative. His awards include the Shanghai Medical Science & Technology Award (Third Prize) and the Shanghai Science & Technology Progress Award. He also serves as an international medical expert at the Shanghai World International Medical Center.

Specializing in spine surgery and spinal cord stimulator procedures, Dr. Karkucak brings focused expertise to complex spinal conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Experienced in treating spinal fractures and tumors
• Skilled in peripheral nerve surgery
• Handles waist, neck, and back hernias
• Performs aneurysm and pituitary surgeries

Specializes in orthopedic surgeries with a focus on sports-related injuries and joint prostheses at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expertise in limb lengthening and complex joint replacements
• Published research on hip prosthesis and acetabular revisions