Discectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Professor Mustafa Gurelik is a neurosurgery specialist at Medicana Sivas with deep expertise in managing complex spine diseases and herniated discs.

• Performs both surgical and non-surgical treatments for lumbar and neck hernias
• Specialises in spinal cord tumours and traumatic spine injuries
• Expert in pituitary surgery and cerebrospinal fluid shunt procedures
• Expertise includes treating carpal tunnel and peripheral nerve compressions
• Former faculty member at Cumhuriyet University training the next generation of surgeons

Dr. Hyeunsung Harrison Kim is a spine neurosurgeon at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Kim co-designed the Apollon spinal fixation system. He treats herniated disks, spinal stenosis, and degenerative spinal diseases. Dr. Kim also serves as an adjunct professor at Chosun University Medical College.

• Winner of the Parviz Kambin Award for excellence in percutaneous endoscopic surgery.
• Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and several textbooks on spine anatomy.
• Completed clinical training in spine surgery at Anna Hospital in Germany.
• Member of the North American Spine Society and AO Spine.

Professor Jaehyeon Lim is a pioneer in spinal surgery who introduced anterior cervical foraminotomy to South Korea and developed innovative mini spinal fusion techniques.

• Specialises in microscopic spinal surgery and artificial disc replacement
• Developed painless spinal fusion protocols using advanced epidural treatments
• Trained in minimal-access spine surgery at the Medical Education and Research Institute in the USA
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society and Professor at Inje University Paik Hospital
• Published extensive research on clinical outcomes for lumbar disc herniation

Professor Iltae Jang was selected as South Korea's best doctor for spinal disorders by the country's most credible medical news outlets. He founded the Nanoori Medical Foundation and leads specialised care for complex disc herniations.

• Specialises in microscopic spinal surgery and artificial disc replacement
• Published major research on endoscopic lumbar discectomy for high-grade disc migration
• Developed 1-day lumbar fusion techniques that allow for early walking and recovery
• Completed advanced surgical fellowships at Clinic Arago and Center Des Massues in France
• Serves as a Professor at Yonsei University and Korea University

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.

Assistant Professor Cevdet Gokcek is a highly skilled neurosurgeon at Medipol University Hospital who has successfully treated thousands of patients for complex spinal and brain conditions.

• Specialises in microdiscectomy and endoscopic spine surgery for cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc hernias
• Performs minimally invasive and percutaneous spine procedures to help speed up patient recovery
• Recognised for a high success rate in handling difficult revision surgeries for degenerative spine disease
• Published 17 research articles in national and international medical journals on neurosurgical outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Neurosurgical Society and trained in advanced microsurgery and neuro-endoscopy

Dr Murat Duzgun focuses on spinal health at Can Hospitals Turkey, where he uses microsurgery and fully closed techniques for herniated disc removal.

• Performs endoscopic discectomies – a closed surgical method designed for faster recovery
• Uses neuronavigation technology for precision during complex spinal and brain procedures
• Trained at Izmir Ege University – a major academic medical centre in Turkey
• Specialises in kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for spinal fracture management
• Applies minimally invasive methods for both cervical and lumbar disc hernias

Dr Abdulkerim Gokoglu serves as a postdoctoral researcher at Brigham Women's Hospital in Boston – the teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.

• Holds a PhD in Clinical Anatomy which provides a deep understanding of spinal structures
• Focuses on treating complex spinal diseases and degenerative spine deformities
• Trained in neurosurgery at the Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise covers both congenital nervous system disorders and traumatic spine injuries

Dr Ozgur Ismail Turk is a specialist surgeon at Risus Clinic Istanbul who has contributed to peer-reviewed research for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery.

• Performs discectomy procedures within an extensive orthopaedic and spinal surgical practice
• Background in spinal trauma and complex blood loss management during surgery
• Highly skilled in both spinal interventions and major joint replacements
• Researches outcomes for spinal conditions to improve patient recovery and safety
• Practices at a dedicated surgical centre focusing on modern orthopaedic techniques