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🔬 Endoscopic Spine Specialist · Dubai, UAE
Told You Need Spine Surgery?There's a Better Way — Keyhole Endoscopic. Home Same Day.
Endoscopic spine surgery uses a 7mm keyhole — not a 10cm open cut. Local anaesthesia, same-day discharge, back to work in days. A specialist second opinion costs nothing and could change everything.
✓7mm keyhole vs 5–12cm open incision — no muscle cutting
✓Local anaesthesia + sedation — no general anaesthesia required
✓Same-day discharge — walk out within hours of the procedure
✓Back to work in 3–7 days vs 6–12 weeks for open surgery
✓Free specialist MRI review on WhatsApp before any commitment
7mmKeyhole Only
Same DayHome
7,000+Procedures
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Dr. Manish Raj
Double Board-Certified · Interventional Pain Medicine & Endoscopic Spine Surgery
✅ DHA Licensed
🎓 Germany Fellowship
🇰🇷 South Korea Training
🎤 ASPN 2025 Speaker
⭐ 4.9 Google Rating
📖 Published Author
🏥 7,000+ Procedures
15+ Years Dubai
🔎 Already told you need open surgery? Get a free second opinion before deciding.
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Conditions Treated Endoscopically
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Disc Herniation
L4/L5 · L5/S1
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Spinal Stenosis
Canal narrowing
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Severe Sciatica
Shooting leg pain
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Cervical Disc
Neck and arm pain
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Foraminal Stenosis
Nerve exit narrowing
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Synovial Cyst
Joint cyst on nerve
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Recurrent Disc
After prior surgery
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Failed Injections
Need next step
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Why Patients Choose Dr. Manish Raj
Dual Board-Certified. Internationally Trained. Outcome-Focused.
Every patient receives a personalised plan designed to eliminate pain with the least invasive approach available.
Dual Board Certified
Certified in both Interventional Pain Medicine and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery — a rare combination ensuring comprehensive expert care.
Internationally Trained
Fellowship-trained in Germany and South Korea under world-leading spine specialists, bringing elite global standards to Dubai.
Image-Guided Precision
Every procedure performed under live fluoroscopy or ultrasound — millimetre-accurate placement, superior outcomes.
Surgery-Last Philosophy
Over 96% of patients avoid major open surgery. Every minimally invasive option is explored before anything more is recommended.
Advanced Technology
Latest endoscopic systems, RF generators and regenerative biologics — equipment from the world's top spine institutes.
7,000+ Procedures
Extensive procedure volume across interventional pain, endoscopic spine and neuromodulation.
Truly Personalised
No templates. Each plan built around your MRI, your lifestyle and your specific goals.
Insurance Managed
We handle all eligibility checks and pre-authorisation — you focus on recovery, we handle the paperwork.
Advanced Treatments
Endoscopic Procedures Available
All performed under HD endoscopic vision through a 7mm keyhole — no large incision, no hospital inpatient stay.
Disc Surgery · Keyhole
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Endoscopic Discectomy
Removes the herniated disc fragment pressing on the nerve root through a 7mm port under HD camera guidance. Same outcome as open discectomy with a fraction of the trauma.
7mm incision — no large scar
Same-day discharge from hospital
Walking the same day
Back to work in 5–10 days
Canal Widening
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Endoscopic Decompression
For spinal stenosis causing leg pain or walking difficulty — the narrowed canal is widened endoscopically, freeing compressed nerves without destabilising the spine or requiring fusion.
Avoids open laminectomy entirely
Preserves full spinal stability
Same-day procedure
Immediate leg pain relief
Cervical · Neck
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Cervical Endoscopic Discectomy
Neck and arm pain from a cervical disc pressing on a nerve root — resolved through a posterior endoscopic approach. No fusion required. Same-day discharge.
Arm and shoulder pain resolved
No cervical fusion needed
7mm posterior approach
Return to desk work in 5–7 days
The Gap No One Else Fills
Why Dr. Manish Raj is Different from Every Other Specialist
Most pain doctors can only inject. Most spine surgeons only do open surgery. Dr. Manish occupies the space in between — and that changes everything.
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Category A Doctor
Anaesthetist
No interventional fellowship or advanced training. When basic injections fail, has no further solution for you.
Limited scope→
YOUR SPECIALIST
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Dr. Manish Raj
Endoscopic Spine & Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
Complete care: injections → RFA → minimally invasive procedures → endoscopic surgery. Treats pain AND its structural cause. No unnecessary open surgery — ever.
The complete solution←
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Category B Doctor
Neuro / Ortho Open Surgeon
Large incisions, general anaesthesia, 6–12 week recovery. Often skips minimally invasive options entirely.
Invasive & slow recovery
The result for you: When injections are not enough but open surgery feels too extreme — Dr. Manish offers the third way. 7mm keyhole, local anaesthesia, home same day, back to work in a week.
The Treatment Pathway
Every Option Explored — Least Invasive First
Surgery is Step 4 — only if all prior steps have not adequately resolved your pain.
Step 1
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Precise Diagnosis
Your MRI reviewed personally by Dr. Manish before any treatment is considered.
Step 2
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Conservative First
Physiotherapy, activity modification and medication optimised. Surgery is never the first answer.
Step 3
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Interventional Procedures
Image-guided injections, RFA, nerve blocks or PRP — precise day-procedure treatments.
Step 4
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Endoscopic Surgery — Only If Needed
7mm keyhole procedure resolves structural compression. Same-day discharge.
The Visual Difference
Open Surgery vs Endoscopic — See the Difference
One procedure leaves a 10cm wound requiring months of recovery. The other uses a 7mm keyhole and sends you home the same afternoon.
❌ Traditional Open Surgery
❌ 5–12cm open incision
❌ General anaesthesia
❌ 3–7 days hospital
❌ 6–12 weeks recovery
❌ Muscle damage
DR. MANISH'S APPROACH
✅ Endoscopic Surgery
✅ 7mm incision only
✅ Local anaesthesia
✅ Same-day discharge
✅ Back to work 3–7 days
✅ No muscle cutting
Why Minimally Invasive First?
The Benefits Are Clear. The Results Speak for Themselves.
Advanced non-surgical and keyhole procedures deliver the outcomes patients want — without the recovery time, hospital stay and risks of traditional open surgery.
No Large Incision
5–7mm keyhole vs 10cm surgical cut
Home Same Day
Day procedure — no hospital inpatient stay
Faster Recovery
Days not months before returning to life
Less Medication
Dramatically reduced pain medication need
Precision Targeting
Real-time imaging — exact treatment, no guesswork
Repeatable
Safe to repeat if pain returns over time
Better Outcomes
Equivalent or superior results to open surgery
Less Trauma
Minimal muscle disruption and blood loss
Multiple safe treatments remain if one is insufficient
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Traditional Surgery vs Dr. Manish's Approach
See how minimally invasive options compare to conventional open surgery on every measure that matters to you.
What Matters to You
Open / Traditional Surgery
✅ Dr. Manish's Approach
Hospital Stay
❌ 3–7 days inpatient
✅ Day procedure · home same day
Incision Size
❌ 5–12 cm open cut
✅ 5–7 mm keyhole entry
Recovery Time
❌ 6–12 weeks
✅ Days to 2 weeks
Return to Work
❌ 6–12 weeks
✅ 3–10 days
Anaesthesia
❌ General anaesthesia
✅ Local + sedation only
Post-Op Pain
❌ Significant wound pain
✅ Minimal discomfort
Complication Risk
❌ Higher — open wound
✅ Minimal — image-guided
Future Options
❌ Limited if it fails
✅ Multiple safe options remain
📹 Patient Recovery Stories
Watch: From Chronic Pain to Pain-Free
Real patients share their journey from years of pain to walking out of a day procedure and reclaiming their lives.
Real Patient Reviews
Real Patients. Real Results.
Unedited, verified Google reviews — in our patients' own words. ⭐ 4.9/5 · 500+ reviews
Flew from Kuwait
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Ruben Martin
Herniated Lumbar Disc · Kuwait → Dubai
★★★★★
"I was in Kuwait, suffering from a work-related injury with severe pain for over a year. Dr. Manish consulted with me over the phone and reviewed my case thoroughly — instilling complete confidence in me. I travelled to Dubai for the surgery and it was the best decision I ever made. Just days after the procedure I am walking without any pain. Recovery time was only 15 days. Thank you, Dr. Manish and your team, for this miracle."
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7 days — all done
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Jacob Thomson
Chronic Back Pain · International Patient
★★★★★
"I only had 7 days in Dubai and Dr. Manish ensured all procedures were completed before I had to fly out — with absolutely no rush. His care and compassion is more than I have ever experienced from any doctor. During every procedure he made sure I was informed, comfortable and relaxed. He truly went above and beyond. Dr. Manish will be my spine doctor from here on out."
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Walking next day
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Bishal Ranabhat
L5-S1 Disc Bulge · Endoscopic Discectomy
★★★★★
"The pain radiated from my lower back to my left leg — I could barely stand for 30 minutes. Dr. Manish recommended an epidural first and when that did not help, suggested endoscopic surgery — even helping push through insurance approval. On December 11, 2022, he performed the endoscopic discectomy. I was able to walk straight the very next day. Today I am living pain-free."
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Common Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Answers to the questions our patients ask most — designed to give you clarity and confidence before your first appointment.
Yes — for the majority of patients, endoscopic spine surgery offers an equivalent or superior outcome through a 7mm keyhole incision. Same-day discharge, walking within hours, back to work in days. Send your MRI on WhatsApp for a free specialist second opinion before committing to anything.
Endoscopic spine surgery uses a 7mm tubular port and an HD camera to remove the herniated disc or decompress the narrowed canal through a tiny keyhole. Open surgery requires 5–12cm through muscle, 3–7 days in hospital and 6–12 weeks of recovery. Endoscopic means home the same day and back to life within a week.
When nerve compression is confirmed on MRI and injections have not provided adequate relief, or when progressive leg weakness is present. It is always Step 4 — after diagnosis, conservative management and interventional procedures have been fully explored.
The procedure takes 60–90 minutes. You recover in clinic for 2–3 hours and go home the same day. Most patients walk within hours. Desk work resumes in 5–10 days. Full recovery is typically 2–4 weeks.
Yes — it carries substantially lower complication rates than open surgery. It avoids large incisions, significant muscle disruption, major blood loss and general anaesthesia.
Most major UAE insurers including Daman, AXA, ADNIC and Bupa cover endoscopic spine procedures when the clinical indication is documented. Our team handles all pre-authorisation at no cost to you.
Send your MRI on WhatsApp. Dr. Manish personally reviews your imaging and confirms candidacy within 2 hours — completely free and without any obligation to book.
Dr. Manish Raj is a dual board-certified specialist in both Interventional Pain Medicine and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, fellowship-trained in Germany and South Korea. DHA licensed, 15+ years experience, 7,000+ procedures in Dubai.
Yes — recurrent disc herniations and nerve compression after prior open surgery can often be addressed endoscopically, avoiding a second large open procedure and its risks.
Open discectomy requires a 5–7cm midline incision, extensive muscle retraction, general anaesthesia and 4–6 weeks recovery. Endoscopic achieves the same decompression through a 7mm port, with local anaesthesia, same-day discharge and 1–2 week recovery.
Your Pain-Free Life Starts Today
Same-week appointments. Insurance managed. Advanced treatments. No surgery unless absolutely necessary.
Our Clinics
Two Convenient Dubai Locations
🏥 HMS Mirdif Hospital
Al Mizhar Area, Mirdif, Dubai
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🏥 HMS Al Garhoud Hospital
Near Millennium Airport Hotel, Al Garhoud, Dubai
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