Professional Experience
- Head of Spine Surgery: KCM Clinic since 2010, leading the Lower Silesian Center of Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery
- Academic Roles: Assistant Professor and later Adjunct Professor at Medical University of Silesia
- Clinical Expertise: Performed thousands of spine and brain surgeries, including endoscopic spinal procedures
Academic Contributions
- Author/co-author of more than 90 full-text journal articles and over 150 conference papers
- Lectures internationally on endoscopic spine surgery and neurotraumatology
- Mentors neurosurgery trainees and contributes to professional congresses
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Kwiek treats a broad range of complex neurosurgical and spinal conditions with state-of-the-art, minimally invasive techniques.
- Spinal Disc Pathology: Herniated discs, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery: SED-YESS, PLDD, DIAM stabilization, vertebroplasty, implant-based fusion
- Neurotrauma & Tumours: Spinal implants, brain tumour removal, cerebral AVMs
- Deep Brain Stimulation: Procedures for Parkinson’s and movement disorders
Publications and Research
Dr. Kwiek’s significant scholarly contributions include:
- «Endovascular treatment of small cerebral arteriovenous malformations» – Pol J Radiol, 2018
- «Stand‑alone coil embolization of anterior communicating artery aneurysms» – Neuroradiology Journal, 2016
- Numerous studies on stereotactic brain tumour surgery and deep brain stimulation
He also holds a habilitation on long-term outcomes of vestibular nerve surgery and maintains an active research profile in spinal neurosurgery.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Kwiek’s approach centers on precision, empathy, and comprehensive care to help patients regain function and quality of life.
- Advanced Techniques: Favors minimally invasive surgery to reduce pain and speed recovery
- Patient Education: Thoroughly explains diagnoses, surgical options, and rehabilitation plans
- International Access: Offers remote pre-consultations for patients from abroad
- Holistic Support: Collaborates with physiotherapists for tailored post-operative recovery programs
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Polish Neurosurgeons Society and Board
- Member of the Polish Society of Skull Base Surgery
- Fellow of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
- Academic roles at the Medical University of Silesia (Electors Council; Medical School Council)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Stanisław Kwiek board-certified?
- Yes. He is certified in neurosurgery since 1995, neurotraumatology since 1998, and completed his habilitation in 2013.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs endoscopic spine surgery, disc decompression, spinal fusion, vertebroplasty, brain tumour resections, and deep brain stimulation.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. Dr. Kwiek offers remote consultations and supports international patients through the KCM Clinic network.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Stay varies by procedure—most minimally invasive spinal surgeries require 1–3 days; complex cases may need longer hospitalization.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Polish and English, facilitating clear communication with all his patients.
- Can I consult with Dr. Kwiek online before traveling?
- Yes. Online pre-consultations are available to assess the case and prepare patients before arrival.
