13 Best Orthopedic Rehabilitation Doctors in Istanbul

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in hand surgery and microsurgery with a career spanning over three decades. Currently serving at Memorial Sisli Hospital since 2011, the doctor has dedicated extensive professional time to advanced surgical interventions and microsurgical techniques.

Previously, the doctor spent eighteen years at Manus Hand Surgery and Microsurgery, further refining expertise in complex hand procedures. This clinical background is complemented by a foundational fellowship in hand surgery and microsurgery completed at the VKV American Hospital, establishing a long-standing commitment to excellence in the field of reconstructive and hand-focused surgical care.

Assistant Professor Bestami Yalvac is a specialised rehabilitation consultant at Hisar Hospital with deep expertise in managing neurological recovery and chronic pain. He currently teaches future specialists as a clinical academic at Galata University.

• Specialises in stroke recovery including management of left and right hemiplegia
• Uses ozone therapy and dry needling to manage complex fibromyalgia and rheumatic pain
• Treats spinal cord injuries, paraplegia, and nerve compression cases
• Expertise in sports injury recovery and anterior cruciate ligament rehabilitation
• Alumnus of the prestigious Istanbul University Çapa Medical Faculty

Dr. Gunesh Yavuzer is a professor of physical therapy and a senior physician at Romatem Rehabilitation Centers. He holds a PhD from Erasmus University in the Netherlands. Dr. Yavuzer specializes in neurological recovery using robotic rehabilitation and gait analysis. He treats complex conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

• Expert in robotic gait training and functional recovery for orthopedic cases.
• Published researcher with numerous international works in rehabilitation medicine.
• Treats patients at Romatem Hospitals, a center serving over 5,000 patients annually.
• Performs specialized procedures including Lokomat therapy and Anti-Gravity treadmill training.

Dr Selin Bozkurt leads recovery programmes using RoboSpine robotic physical therapy at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. She specialises in combining high-tech rehabilitation with ultrasound-guided pain management to restore patient mobility.

• Expert in ultrasound-guided intra-articular injections and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
• Uses extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) for persistent musculoskeletal injuries
• Specialised in managing complex spinal cord injuries and stroke rehabilitation cases
• Integrates acupuncture and neural therapy into traditional orthopaedic recovery plans
• Focuses on paediatric orthopaedic disorders including scoliosis and postural issues

Professor Semih Aki is the founder of the Physical Treatment and Rehabilitation Department at Anadolu Medical Center and holds a European Board certification in the field.

• Specialises in electroneurophysiology to precisely assess nerve and muscle function
• Uses innovative recovery tools including the Adele load suit and verticalisers
• Provides targeted treatments like Botulinum toxin injections for muscle spasticity
• Member of the International Osteoporosis Foundation and the Movement Disorder Society
• Former Professor at Istanbul University – a premier medical training institution in Turkey

Professor Gunes Yavuzer is a European Board-certified specialist who has held senior academic positions at some of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties.

• Completed a fellowship at the Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan in the USA
• Holds a Doctorate from Erasmus University specialising in rehabilitation medicine
• Earned a European Board Certificate in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Former Associate Professor at the renowned Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in both adult orthopaedic recovery and paediatric rehabilitation therapy

Dr Aslıhan Sever combines clinical physical medicine with complementary therapies at BHT CLINIC Istanbul Tema Hospital. She treats complex musculoskeletal issues using a mix of traditional rehab and targeted pain relief.

• Specialises in ozone therapy and acupuncture for non-surgical pain management
• Focuses on discogenic disorders and functional recovery for spinal health
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Manages intra-articular infections and long-term orthopaedic recovery programmes
• Practices at a large, modern facility in Istanbul

Dr. Ilker Garipoğlu is a pediatric rehabilitation specialist at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats children with cerebral palsy and traumatic brain injuries. Dr. Garipoğlu works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually. He offers online consultations for international families.

• Uses suspension therapy and Anti-Gravity treadmill training.
• Treats multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injuries.
• Performs neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation for children.
• Uses specialized gross therapy tools and verticalizers.

Professor Recep Caliskan serves as the Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Private Optimed Hospital, where he leads the department specialising in complex musculoskeletal recovery.

• Coordinates structured rehabilitation plans for patients recovering from major bone and joint surgery
• Focuses on trauma care and post-surgical functional restoration
• Previously served at the SSK Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Integrates surgical intervention with targeted physical recovery programmes
• Managed orthopaedic services across Turkish state and private medical institutions

Professor Caglayan Altinbas is a senior specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University – a leading private medical university in Istanbul
• Completed medical studies at Marmara University in English
• Held senior clinical roles at major regional and private Turkish hospitals
• Teaches at Uskudar University – contributing to the next generation of physical medicine specialists
• Focuses on recovery after complex orthopaedic injuries and surgeries