Looking for the Best Spine Hospital in Dubai? Spine Surgery at CMC Dubai
Our spine surgeons at Clemenceau Medical Center (CMC) Dubai treat neck and back pain, slipped discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis and spinal tumours. Care starts with an accurate diagnosis and non-surgical treatment, with minimally invasive spine surgery when an operation is the right choice.
Minimally Invasive
Keyhole spine surgery techniques (MISS)
International Training
Spine surgeons trained in Germany, Switzerland, Korea and Canada
Two Specialties
Orthopedic spine surgeons and neurosurgeons on one team
24/7
Emergency department, every day
Direct Billing
With most major UAE insurers
Dubai Healthcare City
Al Jaddaf, just off Al Khail Road
Spine Surgery Hospital in Dubai at Clemenceau Medical Center
Most back and neck problems get better without an operation, so every patient at CMC starts with a full assessment by a spine surgeon: history, examination and imaging such as MRI, CT or X-ray on the same campus. Many patients are treated with physiotherapy, medication and pain management alone.
When spine surgery in Dubai is the right option, our spine surgery hospital offers the full range, from minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) and microsurgery to complex reconstruction of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Our orthopedic spine surgeons and neurosurgeons work as one team, alongside radiology, anaesthesia, intensive care and physiotherapy, so surgery and recovery happen in the same hospital.
Meet Our Spine Surgeons in Dubai
Our spine surgery doctors include consultant orthopedic spine surgeons and consultant neurosurgeons who trained at leading spine centres in Germany, Switzerland, Korea and Canada. Choose a spine surgeon below to see their qualifications and areas of interest, or book an appointment and our team will match you with the right spine surgeon doctor for your condition.
- Consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon
- Consultant Neurosurgeon
Spine Conditions and Treatments at CMC Dubai
Our spine team diagnoses and treats conditions of the neck, mid-back and lower back in adults, from a first episode of back pain to complex spinal deformity.
Slipped Disc and Sciatica
Herniated discs pressing on a nerve, causing back or neck pain that spreads to the leg or arm, numbness or weakness.
Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of the spinal canal that causes leg pain or heaviness when walking, treated with decompression when needed.
Degenerative Disc Disease
Wear of the spinal discs with age, causing long-term back or neck pain. Degenerative disc disease
Neck Pain and Cervical Spine
Neck pain, trapped nerves and cervical spine conditions. Neck pain clinic
Lower Back Pain and Lumbar Spine
Persistent lower back pain and lumbar spine conditions. Lumbar spine surgery
Scoliosis, Kyphosis and Spondylolisthesis
Curvature and slippage of the spine, treated with corrective spinal surgery when needed. Scoliosis treatment
Spinal Tumours
Diagnosis and surgery for tumours of the spine, planned with our oncology team. Spinal tumour surgery
Spinal Infections and Instability
Spondylodiscitis, epidural abscess and spinal instability, including percutaneous stabilisation.
When Surgical Spine Surgery is Needed: Our Spine Surgery Options
Surgical spine surgery is recommended only when non-surgical treatment has not worked, or when nerves or the spinal cord are at risk. Your spine surgeon explains each option, the expected recovery and the alternatives before any decision is made.
Non-Surgical Spine Care
Physiotherapy, medication and pain management techniques, the first step for most patients.
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
Small incisions, including full percutaneous endoscopic discectomy (PELD) and percutaneous stabilisation, for less pain and faster recovery.
Spine Microsurgery
Microdiscectomy and microdecompression under the microscope to free trapped nerves. Spine microsurgery
Cervical Spine Surgery
ACDF, cervical corpectomy and fusion, and posterior cervical foraminotomy. Cervical spine surgery
Lumbar Spine Fusion
ALIF, TLIF, PLIF, XLIF and OLIF fusion techniques for unstable or worn lumbar segments.
Reconstructive and Revision Spine Surgery
Complex reconstruction with corpectomy and vertebral body replacement, and revision of previous spine operations.
Spine Surgery Second Opinion in Dubai
If you have already been told you need spine surgery, a second opinion can confirm the diagnosis or show that a less invasive option will work. Bring your MRI, CT scans and reports, and one of our spine surgeons will review them with you.
- Review of your scans and the surgery that was recommended
- A clear explanation of surgical and non-surgical options
- A written plan you can take back to your own doctor
Book a Spine Consultation in Dubai
Tell us about your back or neck problem and our patient team will book you with the right spine surgeon and guide you through insurance and direct billing before your visit.
How to Choose the Best Spine Doctor in Dubai
There is no single best spine doctor for everyone. The right choice is a spine surgeon with deep experience in your specific condition, who will try non-surgical treatment first and operate only when it is truly needed. Whether you are comparing a spine surgeon in Dubai for a slipped disc or looking for the best spine specialist in Dubai for a complex case, these are the questions worth asking.
- Training. Is the surgeon a consultant spine surgeon, orthopedic or neurosurgical, with fellowship training in spine surgery?
- Conservative care first. Will they try physiotherapy and pain management before recommending an operation?
- Technique. Do they offer minimally invasive and microsurgical options, not only open surgery?
- Hospital support. Does the spine surgery hospital have MRI, intensive care and a 24/7 emergency department on site?
- Insurance. Does the hospital offer direct billing with your insurer?
Book Your Spine Consultation
Find a Spine Surgeon Near You in Dubai
Searching for a spine surgeon near you? CMC Dubai is in Dubai Healthcare City, Al Jaddaf, just off Al Khail Road.
- 5 to 10 minutes from Business Bay, Downtown Dubai and Dubai Festival City
- About 10 minutes from Mirdif
- 12 to 15 minutes from Jumeirah
- 15 to 20 minutes from Dubai Hills, Al Barsha and Dubai Silicon Oasis
Spine Surgery at CMC Dubai: Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a spine surgeon?
Book a consultation if back or neck pain lasts more than a few weeks, spreads into an arm or leg, or comes with numbness, tingling or weakness. Loss of bladder or bowel control, or sudden weakness in the legs, needs our 24/7 emergency department straight away.
Do all back problems need spine surgery?
No. Most back and neck problems improve with physiotherapy, medication and pain management. Surgery is recommended only when these have not worked or when nerves are at risk.
What is minimally invasive spine surgery?
Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) uses small incisions, special instruments and imaging guidance instead of a large open cut. It usually means less muscle damage, less pain and a faster return to normal activity.
What is the difference between an orthopedic spine surgeon and a neurosurgeon?
Both are trained to operate on the spine. Orthopedic spine surgeons come from bone and joint surgery, and neurosurgeons from brain and nerve surgery. At CMC they work as one spine team and choose the right specialist for your case.
How long is recovery after spine surgery?
It depends on the operation. After minimally invasive spine surgery, patients are usually up and walking soon afterwards and have a shorter hospital stay, while fusion and reconstructive surgery take longer. Your spine surgeon will give you a personal recovery plan before surgery.
Does CMC Dubai accept insurance for spine surgery?
Yes. CMC Dubai works with most major UAE insurers and third-party administrators, so most patients are treated on direct billing. See our insurance providers or ask our team to check your plan.
Can I get a second opinion before spine surgery?
Yes. Bring your MRI, CT scans and reports, and one of our spine surgeons will review your case and explain all your options.
Where is the CMC spine surgery clinic in Dubai?
The spine clinic is inside Clemenceau Medical Center in Dubai Healthcare City, Al Jaddaf, just off Al Khail Road, within easy reach of Business Bay, Downtown Dubai and Dubai Festival City.