Best Herniated Disk Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr Ertugrul Pinar has performed over 900 treatments, specialising in both adult and paediatric spine and brain diseases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Focuses on neurosurgery and spine surgery for complex herniated disk cases
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's top medical faculties
• Manages spine conditions alongside skull base and vascular neurosurgery
• Experienced in treating both routine and complex spinal pathologies

Dr. Ahmet Hilmi Kaya is a professor of neurosurgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders. Dr. Kaya previously led a Parkinson’s disease research project at Ondokuz Mayıs University. He earned the Aysima Altınok Thesis Award from the Turkish Neurosurgical Society.

• Performs complex brain tumor removals and skull base surgeries.
• Treats spinal conditions including tumors, stenosis, and herniated discs.
• Completed specialized observerships in cellular neuroscience at Maastricht University.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Doctor Pongwat Polpong is a specialist neurosurgeon who leads clinical protocols at EDNA Wellness. He trained at the International Neuroscience Institute in Germany, focusing on complex spinal pathology.

• Specialises in endoscopic lumbar discectomy – a minimally invasive approach for removing herniated disk material through tiny incisions
• Researches percutaneous techniques to reduce recovery times and surgical trauma for spinal patients
• Maintains dual expertise in neurology and musculoskeletal care for high-precision treatment planning
• Published peer-reviewed research on spinal disorders and advanced surgical outcomes
• Appointed as Chief Physician to oversee physician-supervised protocols and regenerative medicine

Professor Erhan Arslan is a senior neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital and a recognised authority on spinal health.

• Specialises in minimally invasive neurosurgery for lumbar and cervical disc herniations
• Completed clinical observations at Helsinki University Central Hospital to refine surgical techniques
• Manages complex spinal canal stenosis surgery to relieve pressure on nerves
• Active member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association and Society of Neurological Surgery
• Formerly served as Professor at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Ersoy Kocabicak is a leading neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital who specialises in treating nerve compression and lumbar radiculopathy.

• Practices as a Senior Neurosurgeon and Rector at Atlas University in Istanbul
• Expert in managing lumbar radiculopathy – nerve pain caused by herniated disks in the lower back
• Sits on the functional group committee of the European Association of Neurosurgery (EANS)
• Recognised for research into restless leg syndrome and its link to spinal disk issues
• Provides specialist consultancy to major international medical institutions and oncology centres

Dr Dogan Gucluhan Guclu is a specialist neurosurgeon at VM Medical Park Florya who focuses on microsurgical and endoscopic techniques for spinal repair.

• Treats lumbar and cervical herniated disks using minimally invasive methods
• Specialises in endoscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker recovery
• Managed complex neurological cases at Bakirkoy Psychiatric and Neurological Research Hospital
• Expert in spinal stenosis and surgical correction for scoliosis cases
• Published research on improving surgical outcomes in spinal and paediatric neurosurgery

Dr. Sangwon Hwang has performed over 6,000 spine surgeries at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He is a neurosurgeon specializing in endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Hwang treats complex cases like spinal tumors and revision surgeries. He focuses on procedures that reduce pain and speed up recovery times.

• Serves as the CEO and Chief Spine Surgeon at Leadheal Hospital.
• Expert in cervical artificial disc replacement and laminectomy.
• Former clinical instructor and adjunct professor at Asan Medical Center.
• Member of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society.

Professor Hasan Ozgur Ozdemir is a high-achieving neurosurgeon who topped the 2008 Turkish Neurosurgical Society Proficiency Exam. He currently leads neurosurgical cases at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in endoscopic lumbar discectomy – a minimally invasive keyhole technique for lower back hernias
• Uses small incisions for neck hernia surgery to reduce scarring and speed up patient recovery
• Award-winning specialist with training in minimally invasive spinal surgery
• Certified in endoscopic brain surgery and complex vascular operations
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and the Turkish Medical Association

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.

Professor Savas Ceylan has performed over 5,600 endoscopic surgeries and leads the neurosurgery department at VM Medical Park Pendik.

• Specialises in endoscopic techniques – uses tiny cameras for spine repairs which reduces scarring and speeds up recovery
• Trained at the Midland Centre for Neurosurgery and Neurology in Birmingham
• Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
• Recipient of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association Service Award
• Current Head of Neurosurgery at Kocaeli University training the next generation of spine specialists

Dr. Emad Abdallah is a neurosurgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He specializes in spinal surgery and neuro-oncology. Dr. Abdallah co-authored a notable 2024 study on lumbar disc herniation. He completed his residency at Balikesir University in Turkey. His research includes investigating platelet-rich plasma treatments for spinal cord injuries.

• Performs laminectomy, discectomy, and radiofrequency ablation.
• Treats spinal stenosis, brain cysts, and complex spinal cord abscesses.
• Analyzes enzyme activity in patients with herniated disks.
• Uses minimally invasive spine techniques for faster patient recovery.

Professor Serkan Kitis is a neurosurgery specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, bringing elite academic expertise to complex spinal care.

• Specialises in surgical repair for herniated disks and nerve impingement
• Former faculty member at Bezmialem Vakif University – a leading Turkish medical institution
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa, one of the region's most prestigious medical schools
• Focuses on spinal health to relieve chronic pain and restore patient mobility