Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala realizando una cirugía de columna vertebral en quirófano
Spine Neurosurgery

Neurocirujano de columna en Alicante y Benidorm – Dr. KarimBen Ghezala

Spine neurosurgeon in Alicante and Benidorm, offering safe and personalized treatments to help you return to your daily life.

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AÑOS DE EXPERIENCIA
33
LANGUAGES
Spanish · English · German
Retrato del Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala, neurocirujano de columna

"My commitment is to provide personalized care supported by the most advanced techniques in spinal disorders."

Professional Background

International training and experience

Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala is a spine neurosurgeon in Alicante and Benidorm, trained at Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz and Dr.-Horst-Schmidt-Kliniken in Wiesbaden (Germany), where he obtained his board certification in Neurosurgery in 2003.

Since 2005, he has practiced in Spain as a leading neurosurgeon in spine disorders, having directed spine units at Hospital General Universitario de Alicante, Hospital de Vinalopó, and Hospital Clínica Benidorm. He has over 20 years of experience, more than 30 scientific publications, and regular participation as a speaker and faculty member at international spine surgery courses.

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Scientific Societies

Member of 7 leading international scientific societies

To ensure the highest standards of safety and up-to-date care, Dr. Ben Ghezala is an active member of renowned European and global societies in neurosurgery and spine surgery.

Logo DGNC - German Neurosurgery Society
German Neurosurgery Society
Logo DWG - German Spine Society
German Spine Society
Logo NEURORAQUIS - Spanish Spine Neurosurgery Society
Spanish Spine Neurosurgery Society
Logo SENEC - Spanish Neurosurgery Society
Spanish Neurosurgery Society
Logo EUROSPINE - European Spine Surgery Society
European Spine Surgery Society
Logo NASS - North American Spine Society
North American Spine Society
Logo IFNE - International Federation of Neuroendoscopy
International Federation of Neuroendoscopy
TREATMENTS

Treatments and surgeries for your spine

This section highlights the treatments and surgeries most commonly used in clinical practice to address the spine conditions that most frequently require medical care.

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01

Cervical spine

Diagnosis and treatment of cervical disc herniation, stenosis and other causes of neck, shoulder and arm pain.

02

Thoracic (dorsal) spine

Management of thoracic spine conditions: disc herniation, spinal stenosis, deformities and fractures.

03

Lumbar spine

Treatment of lumbar disc herniation, sciatica, lumbar spinal stenosis and lower back instability.

04

General spinal conditions

Comprehensive management of spinal tumours, infections, trauma and complex spinal deformities.

05

Advanced surgical techniques and technologies

Minimally invasive spine surgery, endoscopy, navigation, robotics and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring.

06

Pain surgery and functional procedures

Blocks, injections, rhizotomies and other procedures for chronic spinal pain management.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions about Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala's care

General answers for people considering an assessment with Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala for back pain or spinal pathology.

Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala treats most spinal pathologies: disc herniations, spinal stenosis, instabilities, deformities such as scoliosis, vertebral fractures, tumors, infections, and chronic back pain. During the first consultation, symptoms and imaging studies are reviewed to determine the best approach for each case.
Although consultations take place in Alicante and Benidorm, Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala sees patients from across the Valencian Community, other provinces in Spain, and also from other countries. Many patients travel specifically for a specialized assessment of their spinal pathology.
No. In most cases, the first visit focuses on listening to the patient, reviewing the MRI scan, and examining the neurological situation. Whenever possible, conservative treatment options are considered first before contemplating spinal surgery.
After the first consultation, an individualized plan is defined: it may include medical treatment, rehabilitation, or, if indicated, spinal surgery. Dr. Ben Ghezala accompanies the patient throughout the entire process: preoperative preparation, hospital intervention, and subsequent reviews to monitor recovery.
Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala holds consultations and performs spinal surgery primarily at Hospital Vithas Medimar Alicante and Hospital Clínica Benidorm, reference centers in the province of Alicante.
Consultations can be conducted in Spanish, English, and German. This facilitates care for both local patients and international patients who reside, spend time, or travel specifically to the Costa Blanca and the Valencian Community for a spinal assessment.
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Dr. Karim Ben Ghezala | Spine Neurosurgeon in Alicante and Benidorm