18 Best Shoulder Ligament Tear Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Gursel Saka is an orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty. Dr. Saka was a finalist for the Tubitak XI Technology Awards in 2014. He has performed numerous operations for complex bone and joint conditions.

• Expertise in pelvis-acetabulum surgery and pediatric orthopedics.
• Treats scoliosis, spinal fractures, and herniated discs.
• Performs MAKOplasty robotic joint replacement for knees and hips.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Associate Professor Servet Igrek is a specialist in minimally invasive sports surgery who completed a prestigious SECEC and ESSKA-approved fellowship program.

• Specialises in shoulder arthroscopy to repair ligament tears through tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Treats complex shoulder instability and recurrent dislocations using keyhole reconstruction techniques
• Serves as an instructor for international arthroscopy training programs for fellow surgeons
• Member of the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association
• Practises at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, a major JCI-accredited medical centre

Professor Hayrettin Kesmezacar is a highly regarded orthopaedic specialist who completed a prestigious visiting fellowship at the University of Western Ontario in Canada.

• Specialises in rotator cuff tears and chronic shoulder instability for active patients
• Completed clinical research training at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Canada
• Former Professor at Bilim University Medical Faculty with over 20 published papers
• Expert in shoulder and elbow trauma management at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

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 Gokhan Guzel specialises in shoulder arthroscopy at Atlas University Hospital – a keyhole surgical technique that repairs ligament tears with smaller incisions and faster recovery.

• Treats complex sports injuries including rotator cuff and labral tears
• Uses evidence-based medicine to guide post-operative rehabilitation
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Experienced in stem cell therapies for enhancing joint tissue repair
• Taught sports surgery and sports medicine at Aksaray University Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Baris Ozkul is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Central Hospital with TOTEK Board Certification in bone and joint reconstruction.

• Specialises in shoulder arthroplasty for complex joint and ligament repairs
• Presented research at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in Las Vegas
• Expertise in limb reconstruction and managing bone nonunion after trauma
• Published author on orthopaedic techniques in high-impact medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

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.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

Professor Mustafa Özdemir is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital who trained at Johns Hopkins University, one of the world's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Completed specialist clinical training at Heidelberg University in Germany
• Served as Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at major university teaching hospitals
• Specialises in reconstructive surgery for both adult and paediatric patients
• Manages complex traumatic injuries using surgical techniques refined through 30 years of practice

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemür is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has broad experience in orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. He treats bone and soft-tissue tumors, bone metastases, and pediatric bone tumors. He also performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery.

He has served as Professor, Chief Physician, and Medical Director. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care and uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Professor Levent Bayam brings high-level expertise to shoulder ligament repairs after completing surgical fellowships and postgraduate training in the United Kingdom.

• Specialises in shoulder arthroscopy – keyhole surgery that reduces scarring and speeds up recovery times
• Expert in sports medicine for treating complex ligament and tendon injuries
• Holds postgraduate qualifications in trauma and orthopaedics from British institutions
• Performs evidence-based repairs at Medipol Mega University Hospital

Professor Cem Coskun Avci leads orthopaedic care at Medipol Mega University Hospital, focusing on complex shoulder and elbow reconstructions.

• Specialises in surgical repair of shoulder ligaments and sports-related injuries
• Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – a top-tier medical training centre
• Uses evidence-based surgical techniques for faster joint recovery and mobility
• Focuses on patient-centred care for chronic shoulder instability and tears

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.