Prof. Dr. Çağatay Öztürk is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology. He qualified as a specialist in 2004. He is Head of the Department at Istinye University. He founded and directs the Liv Spine Center, which is certified as a Center of Excellence by the AOSpine Society. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and became a professor in 2017.

He continues clinical and academic work at Liv Hospital Ulus, Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, and Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku. He also performs surgeries in Iraq, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, North Macedonia, Morocco, Montenegro, Albania, and Mongolia.

Dr Yunus Uysal is a leading expert at Turan Turan Health Group, specialising in robotic-assisted hip and knee surgery for precise implant positioning and faster recovery.

• Completed specialized robotic surgery training in Luxembourg and Nashville
• Uses the MAZOR X robotic system for high-precision scoliosis and complex spinal corrections
• Expert in treating developmental hip dysplasia through advanced arthroplasty techniques
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction (ICJR)
• Performs minimally invasive arthroscopic repairs for joint and ligament injuries

Dr. Nurullah Ermiş has published from 2010 to 2024 on orthopaedic trauma, spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and regional anesthesia. His work is indexed in PubMed and Scopus.

Highlights include an irreducible ankle fracture‑dislocation caused by tibialis posterior tendon interposition (J Foot Ankle Surg., 2010; PubMed). Another report covers an irreducible posterolateral knee dislocation due to medial meniscus interposition (Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc., 2011; PubMed). He examined scoliosis and kyphosis after sternotomy or thoracotomy (J Turk Spinal Surg., 23(2):83‑90, 2012). Additional JTSS papers appeared in 2012 and in 2017 (28(4):283‑288). He reported on ESPB and QLB in hip surgery (Indian J Anaesth., 62(10):802, 2018; Anesth Essays Res., 12(4):825‑831, 2018; ESRA 2018). He studied outcomes of hip prosthesis for Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis (Medicine Science, 13(4):873‑878, 2024). He also described medial superior cluneal nerve entrapment (SAGE Journals).

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir provides expert musculoskeletal imaging and interventional radiology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in precise imaging for spinal surgery, scoliosis, and total joint replacements
• Uses interventional radiology – heat-based and needle-guided treatments for bone and joint pain
• Collaborates with surgical teams to plan complex MAKOplasty robotic hip and knee procedures
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of the most prestigious medical schools in Turkey

Dr Eyup Bakmaz is a senior specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he has focused on orthopedic trauma and sports medicine since 1997.

• Specialises in knee and hip arthroscopy – minimally invasive keyhole surgery for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Performs ACL reconstructions and repairs meniscus tears for athletes and active patients
• Expert in treating complex hip fractures and orthopedic trauma cases
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at the Cerrahpaşa Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Dr Yusuf Yahsi specializes in managing complex pediatric orthopedic cases at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with rare expertise in childhood joint replacements.

• Trained at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital – one of Turkey's premier centers for orthopedics and traumatology
• Performs delicate pediatric hand surgery and microsurgical procedures
• Manages sports-related injuries in children, including ACL reconstructions and knee arthroscopy
• Expert in treating developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and childhood scoliosis
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery (TUSYAD)

Professor Ekin is a specialist in hand and microsurgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He completed his fellowship at Columbia University Presbyterian Medical Centre.

• Performs microsurgery for hand injuries and complex tendon repairs
• Uses wrist and elbow arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint treatment
• Expert in shoulder, elbow, and hand-finger prosthesis applications
• Treats hip and knee joint deformities using surgical prosthesis
• Established the Department of Hand Surgery at a major university

Associate Professor Selcuk is a dual-qualified surgeon and researcher who trained under world-renowned neurosurgery pioneer Professor M. Gazi Yasargil at Saint Louis University, USA.

• Specialises in complex spinal procedures and minimally invasive fusion surgery
• Maintains a PhD in Molecular Medicine alongside his clinical surgical practice
• Served as a specialist at Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Spine Association and European neurosurgical societies

Dr Erdinc Genc is a highly trained orthopaedic surgeon who completed prestigious fellowships at the American Hip Institute in Chicago and the UPENN Sports Medicine Centre in Philadelphia.

• Specialises in sports medicine and joint preservation techniques
• Completed specialised training in football medicine at Istanbul University
• Gained international surgical experience at the Helios Endo Clinic in Hamburg
• Expert in minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures for knee and shoulder injuries
• Focuses on both surgical and non-surgical management of osteoarthritis

Prof. Dr. Akif Albayrak is an orthopedic and spine surgeon in Istanbul. He practices at Central Hospital and leads the clinical and surgical spine services.

He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders. His expertise includes scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma and reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery. He treats both adults and children.

His training includes advanced clinical work in Turkey and abroad. He completed an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He progressed from Associate Professor to Professor and publishes regularly in international orthopedic journals.

Dr Selman Dogan has performed over 1,100 orthopedic procedures, with a major focus on robotic-assisted joint replacements and sports traumatology.

• Performs MAKOplasty – robotic-assisted surgery for higher precision in hip and knee replacements
• Fellowship-trained in orthopedic oncology, providing advanced expertise for complex bone and soft tissue cases
• Specialises in sports injuries, including ACL reconstruction, meniscus repairs, and cartilage restoration
• Expert in PRP therapy – uses a patient's own blood cells to accelerate healing in tendons and joints

Professor Gursel Saka is a leading orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with over 1,100 successful procedures performed.

• Specialises in pelvis-acetabulum surgery, a rare focus for treating complex hip and pelvic fractures
• Performs MAKOplasty, a robotic-assisted system for more precise joint replacements and faster recovery
• Handles complex spine deformities including scoliosis and kyphosis using minimally invasive techniques
• Recognised as a finalist for the prestigious Tubitak XI Technology Awards for surgical innovation

Dr Yalin Dirik is a senior orthopaedic and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He leads surgical care for musculoskeletal injuries and degenerative joint conditions.

• Specialises in traumatology and orthopaedic surgery at a major JCI-accredited hospital
• Previously served as a specialist at Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
• Experienced in managing both routine bone care and complex trauma cases
• Focuses on restoring mobility through surgical and non-surgical interventions

Professor Mahir Mahirogullari brings prestigious American fellowship training to Memorial Şişli Hospital. He is a multi-award-winning specialist in joint preservation and sports medicine.

• Completed an orthopaedic fellowship at Wake Forest University in the United States
• Recognised with the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology clinical award
• Specialises in arthrosis using both surgical and non-surgical joint treatments
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Expert in shoulder and elbow surgery for sports-related injuries

Dr Mehmet Halis Cerci serves as an Orthopaedics and Traumatology Specialist at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in treating bone fractures and musculoskeletal injuries
• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Served as a medical officer and practitioner for the Naval Forces Command
• Provides expert care for both routine trauma and elective orthopaedic cases

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Dr. Ozan Ali Erdal is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with a focus on pediatric orthopedics. His clinical interests include cerebral palsy and osteogenesis imperfecta. His work includes deformity correction, limb lengthening and height extension, and clubfoot (PEV). He also treats hip dislocation, congenital bone deficiencies including fibular hemimelia, flatfoot and other foot deformities, genu varum, pediatric fractures, and malunions.

Education: Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Medicine (2000–2007). Medical specialization (2008–2013). Experience: Cerrahpaşa Hospital (2008–2013). İnebolu State Hospital (2013–2015). Pediatric Orthopedics Clinic (2015–2025). Lokman Hekim University Istanbul Hospital (2025–present).

Professor Keklikci is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Anadolu Medical Center with international training from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the USA.

• Specialises in knee replacement surgery and joint prosthesis for the hip, shoulder, and ankle
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery – a minimally invasive technique for treating sports injuries with smaller incisions
• Experienced in trauma surgery for treating severe bone and joint injuries
• Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA)