Herniated disc surgery in Israel is performed by neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine surgeons. Specialists like Professor Shimon Rochkind at Sourasky Medical Center and Dr. Ilya Pekarsky at Assuta specialize in minimally invasive techniques. Many hold international board certifications and lead specialized spine units at JCI-accredited hospitals.
- Neurosurgeons. They focus on microsurgery for nerves and spinal cord to ensure safety.
- Orthopedic spine surgeons. These experts manage structural spine issues like reconstruction and complex stabilizing fusions.
- Minimally invasive specialists. Dr. Zvi Lidar uses tiny-spine techniques to speed up patient recovery times.
- Pediatric specialists. Dr. Zvi Rappoport provides specialized anesthesia for spinal procedures in children.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Israeli specialists often hold multi-country training backgrounds. Dr. Zvi Lidar trained in the USA and Japan, while Professor Shimon Rochkind studied in Canada and Germany. This global exposure means they use diverse surgical approaches. Patients can choose specialists based on specific technical backgrounds, such as laser neurotechnology or bioengineering patents.
Patient Consensus: Patients noticed that they often meet a neurologist or orthopedist first to review imaging. They recommend asking if a surgeon is a neurosurgeon or orthopedist early on. This helps them understand whether the focus is on nerve protection or structural spine repair.
