What is Spine Surgeon?
Spine surgeons are doctors who specialize in the treatment of conditions that affect the spine. Both orthopedic Surgeons and Neurosurgeons are trained in and may specialize in spinal procedures.
In some cases, specialization training may involve a combined team of both orthopedics and neurosurgeons.
Top Spine Surgeons In South Africa
1. Dr. Neil Wood
Dr. Neil Wood is a highly skilled orthopedic surgeon based in Cape Town. He has a special interest in spinal surgery and is recognized as one of the leading experts in this field in South Africa. Dr. Wood is a member of the South African Spine Society and is actively involved in research and education in the field of spinal surgery.
He has published numerous articles in medical journals and has presented at many international conferences.
2. Dr. Mohamed Cassim
Dr. Mohamed Cassim is an experienced neurosurgeon based in Johannesburg. He has a special interest in complex spine surgery and has performed numerous successful surgeries over the years.
Dr. Cassim is a member of the South African Spine Society and is actively involved in research and education in the field of spinal surgery. He has published numerous articles in medical journals and has presented at many international conferences.
3. Dr. Bryanston Goss
Dr. Bryanston Goss is a highly experienced orthopedic surgeon based in Johannesburg. He has a special interest in spinal surgery and has treated numerous patients with spinal injuries and conditions over the years.
Dr. Goss is a member of the South African Spine Society and is actively involved in research and education in the field of spinal surgery. He has published numerous articles in medical journals and has presented at many international conferences.
4. Dr. Clive Holloway
Dr. Clive Holloway is a specialist neurosurgeon based in Cape Town. He has a special interest in the treatment of spinal conditions and has performed numerous successful surgeries over the years.
Dr. Holloway is a member of the South African Spine Society and is actively involved in research and education in the field of spinal surgery. He has published numerous articles in medical journals and has presented at many international conferences.
5. Dr. Graham Howarth
Dr. Graham Howarth is a highly experienced orthopedic surgeon based in Johannesburg. He has a special interest in spinal surgery and has treated numerous patients with spinal injuries and conditions over the years.
Dr. Howarth is a member of the South African Spine Society and is actively involved in research and education in the field of spinal surgery. He has published numerous articles in medical journals and has presented at many international conferences.
How much is spinal cord surgery in South Africa?
For self-paying patients we give a quotation subject to expected events. A typical lumbar decompression is between R80-120 000 whereas fusion surgery can be around R250 000 all in all.