Endoscopic discectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Salih Murat Imer is a highly specialised neurosurgeon who earned his Full-Endoscopic Spine Surgery certification in Germany to master minimally invasive techniques.

• Trained in DISC nucleoplasty in Freiburg for advanced treatment of cervical and lumbar disc diseases
• Former Founder and Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital
• Completed a five-year European Association of Neurosurgical Societies training cycle across five countries
• Authored 68 peer-reviewed articles and 9 book chapters on neurosurgical outcomes
• Specialises in functional neurosurgery and stereotactic techniques for complex spinal cases

Dr Ramazan Uyar is an award-winning neurosurgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex who specialises in minimally invasive spine care.

• Awarded the Dr Cengiz Çetin thesis prize by the Istanbul Chamber of Medicine
• Focuses on lumbar and neck hernia surgeries using precise endoscopic techniques
• Subspecialises in spine surgery and cerebrospinal tumours
• Previously served as Chief Physician at several major Turkish state hospitals
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Thongchai Theerajumyaporn trained in clinical stem cell therapy in Melbourne and holds an advanced spinal fellowship from the UC Davis School of Medicine in California.

• Completed specialist robotic-assisted spine surgery training at the Nicholson Center in Florida
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for adult degenerative spine conditions and disc replacement
• Performed over 900 successful treatments as a specialist orthopaedic surgeon in Bangkok
• Member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who completed a trauma research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in endoscopic spinal procedures for herniated discs
• Serves as an instructor and Associate Professor at Health Sciences University
• Completed rigorous training at Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital
• Current member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Recognised by the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council

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.

Dr. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Dr Jirachai Pisutbenya is a specialist orthopedic surgeon at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital with advanced training in minimally invasive spinal techniques.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in spinal surgery at Mahidol University
• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery to reduce recovery times
• Expertise includes managing adult spinal deformity and cervical spine cases
• Trained in orthopedic surgery at the prestigious Siriraj Hospital

Dr. Ibrahim Bayar Cinar is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating mitral valve prolapse and aortic valve insufficiency. Dr. Cinar completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Ottawa Heart Center in Canada. He holds memberships in the European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery and Vascular Surgery.

• Served as a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Altınbaş University.
• Treats complex conditions like aorto-mesenteric artery compression syndrome.
• Performs cardiac procedures at a JCI-accredited university hospital.
• Practices at a national reference center for cardiovascular surgery and intensive care.

Professor Erkan Kaptanoglu is a highly decorated neurosurgeon who served as the Chairman of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society Spinal and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group.

• Completed a research fellowship in spinal regeneration at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
• Holds a PhD in Advanced Neuroscience from Hacettepe University Institute of Medical Sciences
• Specialises in complex spinal surgery including thoracoscopic and minimally invasive techniques
• Authored 65 international scientific articles and edited seven medical books on neurological care
• Active member of EUROSPINE and the Turkish Spine Society

Professor Halil Can is a leading neurosurgeon who has published extensive anatomical research on the 'working zones' required for successful endoscopic spinal surgery.

• Specialises in endoscopic and microsurgical techniques for cervical and lumbar disc repairs
• Performs advanced pain management including laser nucleoplasty and intradiscal ozone therapy
• Conducts fresh cadaveric research to improve the precision of transforaminal endoscopic approaches
• Expert in managing complex spinal conditions including fractures, tumours, and scoliosis

Dr Wuttichai Sutantavibul is an orthopaedic spine specialist at KDMS Hospital who completed elite international fellowships in South Korea and Japan. He focuses on ultra-minimally invasive techniques to treat spinal disc issues.

• Completed advanced endoscopic spine surgery training at Seoul Sangyero Hospital in South Korea
• Specialised in microendoscopic surgery at Wakayama Medical University in Japan
• Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at the prestigious Mahidol University
• Expertise includes vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and percutaneous screw fixation
• Uses endoscopic methods to reduce recovery time and surgical impact

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).

Associate Professor Tuncay Kaner is a spinal specialist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center in California.

• Specialises in minimal intervention spinal surgery for disc-related issues
• Completed a dedicated spinal surgery programme at the Istanbul American Hospital
• Served as a visiting faculty member at the University of Virginia
• Member of the Society for Minimal Intervention in Spinal Surgery
• Active contributor to the Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine International

Dr. Han Yeongmin is a neurosurgeon (MD, PhD). He is Medical Director and Director of the Neurosurgery Center at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital. He treats cerebrovascular disease and peripheral nerve disorders. He also specializes in brain tumors and skull base surgery. Conditions include stroke, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, and moyamoya disease. He performs PEN, PNP, and SNB. He also offers microscopic and endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, MIS-TLIF/minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned his MD and PhD from The Catholic University of Korea. He served as a visiting professor in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute (Phoenix, Arizona, USA). He also served at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington (Seattle, USA).

His publications include co-authorship of Chapter 52 of the Textbook of Korean Cerebrovascular Surgery. He also co-authored Acoustic Neuroma Oncology. He is a full member of KNS, KSCVS, KSBS, KBTS, KNTS, KSNS, and KSPNS.

Dr Samet Erinc is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya who holds prestigious Eurospine accredited training credentials.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at Chicago Loyola University in the United States
• Specialises in degenerative spine diseases and lumbar disc herniation
• Certified in basic microsurgery techniques for delicate spinal procedures
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's most established medical schools

Dr. Yusuf Pirincci is an orthopedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in limb lengthening and joint replacement surgery. Dr. Pirincci graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He treats patients of all ages for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and revision hip arthroplasty procedures.
• Treats bone infections, sports injuries, and developmental hip dysplasia.
• Authored research on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating tendinopathies.
• Works at an AACI-accredited facility with 99% success in joint replacements.