Osteoporosis Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Dr. Savas Comlek is an Associate Professor and anesthesiologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice and a Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist. Dr. Comlek treats complex spinal, neck, and cancer pain using ultrasound-guided techniques.

• Expert in splanchnic neurolysis for pancreatic cancer pain management.
• Authored over 10 international articles on interventional pain and analgesia protocols.
• Specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions like hip fractures and osteoarthritis.
• Works at JCI-accredited Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul.

Professor Yusuf Pirincci is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital with deep expertise in bone health and reconstructive surgery.

• Specialises in managing complex bone infections and metabolic bone conditions
• Expert in joint replacement surgery involving hip, knee, and shoulder prostheses
• Published research on surgical solutions for bone deficiencies and femoral health
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on limb lengthening and reconstructive procedures for skeletal integrity

Professor Bulent Erol is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist who leads complex bone health cases at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as a Research Clinical Fellow
• Holds a PhD in Orthopaedics and Traumatology from Marmara University
• Awarded first prize at the National Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Specialises in preventing and treating fractures related to bone density loss

Specializations

Scoliosis Treatment

Spinal Canal Stenosis

Fracture and Slip Problems in the Spine

Heel Spurs and Foot and Ankle Problems

Knee and Hip Prosthesis

Shoulder and Knee Problems

Coccyx Pain (Coccyx Pain)

Dr. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Dr. Hasan Kalkan is an orthopedic surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and total joint replacements for the knee, hip, and shoulder. Dr. Kalkan graduated from the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He treats complex musculoskeletal issues, including ligament tears and bone fractures.

• Performs anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Surgical expert in correcting valgus deformity and hallux valgus (toe deformity).
• Performs soft tissue tumor mass excision and trauma surgery.
• Works at a facility that uses robotic-assisted techniques for faster recovery.

Dr. Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specializing in orthopedics and traumatology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He treats complex musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and developmental hip dysplasia. Dr. Ozdemir works at a JCI-accredited facility that utilizes robotic surgical systems for joint procedures.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for total hip replacement.
• Specializes in limb prosthetics, including bionic legs and electronic arm prostheses.
• Conducts minimally invasive procedures like endoscopic discectomy and arthroscopic meniscus repair.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and regenerative treatments for knee joints.

Professor Cagatay Ozturk is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who manages bone health and spinal fragility through surgical and non-surgical care.

• Treats spinal fractures and curvatures caused by bone thinning and reduced density
• Uses minimally invasive spinal surgery – involves smaller incisions for faster recovery and less pain
• Expert in managing cervical disc prosthesis and pediatric spinal bone problems
• Published over 100 international articles on orthopaedics and spinal bone health
• Board member of the Turkish Spine Association and the Scoliosis Research Society

Professor Cengiz Sen leads the orthopaedics team at Biruni University Hospital, bringing specialist expertise in managing brittle bones and skeletal health.

• Specialises in regenerative treatments including stem cell therapy to support bone and joint repair
• Expert in treating degenerative joint disease and complex bone fractures often linked to bone density loss
• Former Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of the region's most prestigious training centres
• Researches and publishes on total knee replacements and innovative limb reconstruction techniques
• Expertise in corrective bone surgery (osteotomy) for adult patients with structural skeletal issues

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, focusing on joint-preserving surgery and fracture management. He holds a prestigious fellowship from the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, the top-ranked orthopaedic hospital in the US.

• Specialises in managing fragility fractures caused by osteoporosis and low bone density
• Expert in joint-preserving techniques to maintain mobility and reduce the need for surgery
• Uses robotic-assisted technology for high-precision hip and knee reconstructions
• Published over 70 international peer-reviewed articles on bone and joint health
• Member of the International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)

Dr. Yusuf Yahsi is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, and joint replacement. Dr. Yahsi treats complex trauma and bone deformities. He works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint surgery.
• Treats pediatric conditions like developmental hip dysplasia and scoliosis.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBİD).
• Specializes in limb prosthetics and bone deformity correction.

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler is a senior surgical expert who trained at the Cleveland Medical Center and Columbia University School of Medicine.

• Treats bone fragility and fractures using microsurgery – small-scale surgical techniques for precision repair
• Specialises in hip and knee prostheses for patients with bone density loss
• Former Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital where he trained specialist surgeons
• Expert in orthopaedic traumatology – managing complex bone breaks caused by weakened skeletal structures

Dr. Yunus Imren is an orthopedic surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement and prosthesis revision surgery. Dr. Imren completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at Maltepe University. He also served as an orthopedic trauma research assistant at Yale University.

• Uses robotic systems for high-precision joint replacement and deformity correction.
• Treats complex conditions including developmental hip dysplasia and meniscus tears.
• Earned a master’s degree in joint surgery from the University of Health Science.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center of excellence for robotic surgery.

Associate Professor Necdet Demir serves as the Head of Orthopaedics at Biruni University Hospital – one of Turkey's leading university-based medical centres.

• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma and bone health management
• Coordinates surgical and non-surgical care for bone density issues
• Oversees orthopaedic training as a senior medical faculty lead
• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University – a specialist Turkish health institution
• Focuses on preventitive bone care and fracture risk reduction

Professor Ozan Beytemur is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, known for his work in improving osteoporosis prediction through lumbar MRI scans.

• Specialises in identifying bone quality issues using paravertebral muscle measurements
• Researches chemoprophylactic treatments to protect against steroid-induced bone loss
• Board-certified by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Former Chief Physician with senior expertise in managing complex bone density cases
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association since 2011

Professor Ahmet Dogan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Kolan Hospital Group with a strong background in clinical research.

• Specialises in managing bone density loss and metabolic bone disorders
• Focuses on surgical and non-surgical treatments for bone health
• Contributes to orthopaedic science through ongoing clinical research
• Handled both routine and complex bone health cases