Associated with: Sana Dreifaltigkeits Hospital Cologne
Cologne (Köln), Germany
Type of Professional: Orthopedic Surgeon
Specialty: Orthopedics, Spinal Surgery
<script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"https://schema.org/", "@type":"Physician", "name":"Biren Desai", "url":"https://myacare.com/doctor/dr-med-biren-desai-germany", "description":"Dr. Biren Desai has long-standing experience in the specialities of orthopedics, trauma surgery, and spinal surgery, and enjoys an excellent repuation nationally and internationally. He is the Head of the Spinal Surgery Department at the Sana Dreifaltigkeits-Hospital Cologne.", "medicalSpecialty":["Orthopedic Surgeon","Spondylosis Specialist","Specialist in Implantation of a disc prosthesis","Nucleotomy and decompression Specialist"], "memberOf":[{ "@type":"MedicalClinic","name":"Sana Dreifaltigkeits Hospital Cologne", "url":"https://myacare.com/healthcare-provider/sana-dreifaltigkeits-hospital-cologne-germany" }] },] </script> <style type="text/css">body p { margin-bottom: 10px; text-align: Justify; } .about_the_doctor ul{ padding-left: 40px; margin-bottom: 10px; } </style> <p>Dr. Biren Desai has long-standing experience in the specialities of orthopedics, trauma surgery, and spinal surgery, and enjoys an excellent repuation nationally and internationally. He is the Head of the Spinal Surgery Department at the Sana Dreifaltigkeits-Hospital Cologne.</p> <p>Dr. Biren Desai and his team of physicians offer all surgical procedures of the spine - from microsurgical disc surgery and endoscopic surgical techniques to fusion of individual spinal floors. Dr. Biren Desai has been instrumental in the development of state-of-the-art surgical instruments and improved implantation techniques. He has over 17 years of surgical experience and has qualified for the additional designation of Specialty Orthopedic Surgeon. </p> <p><strong>Medical Focus</strong></p> <ul> <li>Conservative therapeutic measures</li> <li>Spondylosis/correction of spondylosis</li> <li>Implantation of a disc prosthesis</li> <li>Nucleotomy/decompression</li> </ul> Read More
Associated with: Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Gurugram
Gurgaon, India
Type of Professional: Orthopedic Surgeon
Specialty: Orthopedics, Spinal Surgery
<script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"https://schema.org/", "@type":"Physician", "name":"Rajesh Kumar Verma", "url":"https://myacare.com/doctor/dr-rajesh-kumar-verma-india", "description":"Dr Rajesh Kumar Verma, has nurtured his skills in treating spinal disorders for last 20 years, has emerged a boon for those who suffer from complex bone, joint and spine disorders.", "medicalSpecialty":["Orthopedic Surgeon","Specialist in Kyphoplasty","Specialist in SpineJet Hydrodiscectomy","Specialist in Spine Surgeries"], "memberOf":[{ "@type":"MedicalClinic","name":"Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Gurugram", "url":"https://myacare.com/healthcare-provider/narayana-superspeciality-hospital-gurugram-india" }] },] </script> <style type="text/css">body p { margin-bottom: 10px; text-align: Justify; } .about_the_doctor ul{ padding-left: 40px; margin-bottom: 10px; } </style> <p>Dr Rajesh Kumar Verma, has nurtured his skills in treating spinal disorders for last 20 years, has emerged a boon for those who suffer from complex bone, joint and spine disorders. It is his dedication towards his patients his chosen field of work that has earned him his recognition today. He performed maximum number of percutaneous spine surgeries like Kyphoplasty, Disc Excision using state of the art Joimax TESSY’s system, Nucleoplasty, SpineJet Hydrodiscectomy and Pain Management procedures using radiofrequency techniques. Dr Rajesh Kumar Verma has been a part of more than 22000 surgical cases, personally performing over 14,000 surgeries including all types of Spine surgeries, Joint Replacements, Pediatric Orthopedics and Complex Trauma Surgeries. Currently, he is acknowledged as one of the few leading Spine experts of India, performing as many as 50 surgeries every month. He is one of few leading spine surgeons performing motion preservation and dynamic spine surgeries instead of spine fusions. He is a teaching faculty for postgraduate students & has delivered lectures at various nationals & International platforms.</p> Read More
Associated with: Hospital Universitario Quirónsalud Madrid
Madrid, Spain
Type of Professional: Orthopedic Surgeon
Specialty: Orthopedics
<script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"https://schema.org/", "@type":"Physician", "name":"Ignacio Álvarez García de Quesada", "url":"https://myacare.com/doctor/dr-ignacio-alvarez-garcia-quesada-spain", "description":"Dr. Ignacio Álvarez García de Quesada is associated with Hospital Universitario Quirónsalud Madrid. He has more than 30 years of experience in orthopedic surgery and traumatology.", "medicalSpecialty":["Orthopedic Surgeon","Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery","Specialist in Traumatology","Specialist in Spinal Injury","Specialist in Cervical Arthroplasty","Specialist in Scoliosis","Specialist in Kyphosis","Specialist in lumbar decompression","Specialist in kyphoplasty","Specialist in Spine Cancer Surgery"], "memberOf":[{ "@type":"MedicalClinic","name":"Hospital Universitario Quirónsalud Madrid", "url":"https://myacare.com/healthcare-provider/hospital-universitario-quironsalud-madrid-spain" }] },] </script> <style type="text/css">body p { margin-bottom: 10px; text-align: Justify; } .about_the_doctor ul{ padding-left: 40px; margin-bottom: 10px; } </style> <p>Dr. Ignacio is the Associate Head of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology. He has a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the Complutense University of Madrid. He has completed his training in Traumatology at the Gregorio Marañón Hospital in Madrid. He also has professional experience at the Central Fraternidad Hospital in Madrid. He is a specialist in the treatment of spinal injuries, cervical arthroplasty, correction of scoliosis, kyphosis, lumbar decompression, kyphoplasty and spine cancer surgery.</p> Read More
Associated with: Hospital Universitari Sagrat Cor (Sagrat Cor University Hospital)
Barcelona, Spain
Type of Professional: Neurosurgeon
Specialty: Cancer/Oncology, Neurology, Spinal Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery
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Associated with: Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
Bangalore, India
Type of Professional: Orthopedic Surgeon
Specialty: Orthopedics, Spinal Surgery
<script type="application/ld+json"> {"@context":"https://schema.org/", "@type":"Physician", "name":"Thomas Kishen", "url":"https://myacare.com/doctor/dr-thomas-kishen-india", "description":"Dr. Thomas Kishen is a Spine Surgeon working at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India.", "medicalSpecialty":["Orthopedic Surgeon","Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery","Specialist in Spine Surgery","Specialist in Management of Spinal Disorders","Specialist in Scoliosis","Specialist in Kyphosis","Specialist in Spinal Deformity Surgery"], "memberOf":[{ "@type":"MedicalClinic","name":"Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road", "url":"https://myacare.com/healthcare-provider/manipal-hospital-hal-airport-road-india" }] },] </script> <style type="text/css">body p { margin-bottom: 10px; text-align: Justify; } .about_the_doctor ul{ padding-left: 40px; margin-bottom: 10px; } </style> <p>Dr. Thomas Kishen is a Spine Surgeon working at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India. He completed his basic Orthopedic training (DOrtho) at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal and was awarded the ‘Dr. Premananda Nayak Gold Medal’ for standing first in the University. Following this, Dr. Kishen trained at PSG Medical College, Coimbatore for the Diplomate of the National Board (Orthopedics) and was awarded the ‘Professor M.V. Daniel Gold Medal’ for “Exemplary Commitment to Patient Care” during this period. He then went on to receive the ‘Dr. Balu Sankaran Gold Medal’ for “standing first in India in the “Diplomate of the National Board Exam” in Orthopedics for the year 2001.</p> <p>Dr. Kishen undertook his Spine Surgery fellowship training at Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore and received the ‘ASSI-Depuy Best Spine Research Award’ during this period. He then spent five years in Sydney, Australia where he underwent advanced training in Spine Surgery at St George Hospital, University of New South Wales. He is experienced in all aspects of non-operative and operative management of spinal disorders affecting all regions of the spine from the neck to the lower back. Dr. Kishen has a special interest in the management of spinal deformities (scoliosis and kyphosis).</p> <p>During his tenure in Australia, Dr. Kishen was involved in teaching at the University of New South Wales and was awarded a Graduate Certificate in University Learning and Teaching. He has published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals and has contributed chapters to books on Spine Surgery. Dr. Kishen has been conducting a monthly teaching programme for the last six years – Bone School – for Orthopedic trainees across South India. He also runs an NGO – Scoliosis Foundation of India- to help children from the weaker sections to access spinal deformity surgery.</p> Read More