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Best Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) Doctors Worldwide — TOP 9

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Sangwon Hwang

  • 30 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Leadheal Hospital
  • Over 6,000 spine surgeries performed – Dr. Hwang specializes in minimally invasive TLIF procedures at Leadheal Hospital.

    • 30 years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
    • Expert in endoscopic spine techniques for faster recovery
    • CEO & Chief Spine Surgeon at Lead Hill Hospital
    • 2021 Eunpyeong Grand Prize winner
    • Member of Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society
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Nnamdi Elenwoke

  • 4.7 Excellent 485 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Nnamdi Elenwoke specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery at Centro Médico Teknon's Neuroinstitut – one of Europe's leading neurosurgical centers.

    • 15+ years of experience in neurosurgery
    • Trained in endoscopic skull base surgery at Emory University
    • Uses advanced imaging and neuronavigation systems for precision
    • Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Focuses on maximum preservation of neurological function
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Necati Kaplan

  • 25 years of experience
  • 60000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Tekirdag, Optimed International Hospital
  • Dr. Necati Kaplan is an Associate Professor and neurosurgeon at Optimed International Hospital in Turkey. He specializes in the surgical treatment of brain and spine tumors, vascular diseases, and hydrocephalus. Dr. Kaplan holds international certification in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques from Mainz and Tuttlingen. He actively publishes clinical research on vertebral fractures and cervical surgery outcomes.

    • Board Member of the Association of Nervous System Surgery.
    • Expertise in stem cell and exosome therapies for spinal trauma.
    • Co-authored clinical series covering 271 lumbar microdiscectomies and 200 cervical surgeries.
    • Completed training in advanced neuroendoscopy and the keyhole surgical concept.
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Bugra Bilge Keseroglu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • Specializes in Robotic Surgery techniques – focuses on urological and female reconstructive procedures at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

    • Over 29 years of experience of experience in urology
    • Skilled in robotic and laparoscopic surgeries for urological conditions
    • Performs all types of female incontinence surgeries
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Zvi Cohen

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Israel, Ramat Gan, Sheba Medical Center
  • 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.
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Ercan Kaya

  • 4.3 Good 72 reviews
  • 13 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, NP Istanbul Brain Hospital
  • 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.

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Alexandru Cristescu

  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Romania, Bucharest, Ponderas Academic Hospital
  • Specializes in spinal surgery with precision and patient-centered care at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

    • Extensive experience in complex spine conditions
    • Trained in neurosurgery at renowned hospitals in France
    • Focuses on minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
    • Combines advanced surgical methods with compassionate care
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Ali Osman Mucuoglu

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Atlas University Hospital
  • Dr. Mucuoglu specializes in neurosurgery with advanced training in spinal procedures, including TLIF, at Atlas University Hospital.

    • Trained at Dokuz Eylül University in brain and neurosurgery
    • Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
    • Published multiple case reports on spinal and neurosurgical conditions
    • Participated in advanced spinal surgery courses
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Halil Can

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • Prof. Halil Can specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, including advanced TLIF procedures at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

    • Published 6+ studies on transforaminal lumbar techniques
    • Professor of neurosurgery with specialized cadaver research
    • Uses endoscopic and microsurgical approaches for disc issues
    • Performs complex spinal fusion and deformity corrections
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Bookimed Insights: Top Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) Specialists in the World (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 54642 requests for Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) globally, collaborating with 9 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#130 years of experienceMinimally invasive TLIF proceduresPerforms endoscopic spine techniques for faster recovery. Award-winning surgeon leading Lead Hill Hospital's Spine Center. Expertise in complex cases including spinal tumors.
Republic of Korea
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#229 years of experienceRobotic urological & female reconstructive surgeriesExpert in Robotic Radical Prostatectomy, Radical Cystectomy and Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty – trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital.
Turkey
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#316 years of experienceComplex spine conditionsSpecializes in precision spinal surgery with minimally invasive techniques. Trained in renowned French hospitals for neurosurgery.
Romania
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#414 years of experienceComplex spinal surgeriesSpecializes in neurosurgery with advanced spinal training. Member of prestigious neurosurgical societies and contributor to spinal surgery research.
Turkey
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#519 years of experienceComplex spinal fusionsConducts anatomical studies on TLIF approaches – published in World Neurosurgery. Professor at top Turkish medical university with focus on minimally invasive techniques.
Turkey
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