Spinal cord abscess Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Gurelik is a senior neurosurgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital, where he leads the department in managing surgical spine diseases and complex infections.

• Specialises in spinal cord surgery for tumours, traumas, and inflammatory diseases
• Expert in microsurgery and endoscopic techniques – small incisions for faster recovery
• Performs spinal decompression to relieve pressure caused by abscesses or hernia
• Trained at Cumhuriyet University – a leading Turkish institution for medical research
• Treats nerve congestion and carpal tunnel with precision surgical release

Assistant Professor Peerapong Montriwiwatchai is a specialist neurosurgeon at Bumrungrad International Hospital with high-level fellowship training from Temple University Hospital in the USA.

• Focuses on complex spine surgery and neurological infections
• Holds a Diploma from the Thai Board of Neurosurgery
• Trained in Philadelphia in neurological surgery techniques
• Provides specialist care for spinal infections and abscesses
• Communicates clearly with international patients in English

Professor Mehmet Tonge is a neurosurgery specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital – one of Turkey's largest and most technologically equipped medical centres.

• Specialises in neurosurgery, focusing on complex spinal and brain conditions
• Professor at a leading university hospital teaching future surgeons
• Experienced in treating infections and structural issues of the central nervous system
• Works within a multidisciplinary team to manage post-operative recovery

Professor Hyeunsung Harrison Kim is a world-renowned neurosurgeon who co-designed the Apollon spinal fixation system and holds a PhD in spinal surgery.

• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery – uses tiny cameras and tools for smaller incisions and faster recovery than open surgery
• Performs minimally invasive lumbar interbody fusion to stabilise the spine with minimal disruption to surrounding tissue
• Awarded the prestigious Parviz Kambin Award for his contributions to minimally invasive spinal techniques
• Member of the North American Spine Society (NASS) and Eurospine
• Serves as a journal reviewer for 'World Neurosurgery' and the 'Korean Neurological Society'

Dr Murat Duzgun is a neurosurgery specialist at Can Hospitals with extensive training from Ege University Hospital in brain and nerve surgery.

• Specialises in spine surgery using microsurgery and endoscopic closed methods
• Uses neuronavigation for high precision when operating on delicate spinal structures
• Performs minimally invasive procedures to reduce recovery time and post-operative pain
• Focuses on treating complex spinal tumours and inflammatory spinal conditions

Professor Gulsah Bademci is a highly distinguished neurosurgeon who served as a clinical fellow under the legendary Professor M Gazi Yasargil, the father of modern microneurosurgery.

• Holds a European Board certificate from the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies
• Fellowship trained at Yale University School of Medicine in the United States
• Specialises in spinal cord surgery and managing complex infections of the central nervous system
• Former Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University – a leading Turkish medical training institution
• Achieved ECFMG certification, meeting the rigorous standards required for American medical practice

Professor Hakan Ozalp is a neurosurgery specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with international training from the University of Insubria in Italy.

• Specialises in neurosurgery, focusing on complex spinal infections and surgical drainage
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical institutions
• Former University Lecturer, responsible for training the next generation of specialise surgeons
• Experienced in both public research hospitals and high-end private clinical settings