Arthrosis Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who focuses on joint preservation and reconstruction.

• Specialises in knee and hip arthroscopy – uses tiny cameras and small incisions for faster healing
• Formerly Chief Assistant at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in managing sports-related joint injuries and complex fractures
• Qualified from Istanbul University with a focus on orthopaedics and traumatology

Professor Abdullah Eren is a leading specialist in orthopedic reconstruction at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He pioneered a modified Salter osteotomy technique that improves hip stability without the need for internal pins.

• Treats complex arthrosis cases linked to hip dysplasia in adults and adolescents
• Founding member of the Turkish Ilizarov Society for limb reconstruction and lengthening
• Former President of the Turkish Pediatric Orthopedic Branch
• Awarded for research into protecting joint cartilage from inflammatory damage
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, where he focuses on joint reconstruction and managing advanced arthrosis.

• Holds membership in the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
• Recognised fellow of the European Hip Society and the International Society of Orthopedic Surgery
• Specialises in hip and knee arthroplasty to restore joint mobility and reduce chronic pain
• Currently undertaking a PhD in clinical anatomy to further specialise in musculoskeletal structures
• Board member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association

Professor Ahmad Dogan is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who leads the department at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He completed a specialist fellowship at Austria's prestigious Orthopadisches Spital Speising to advance his surgical expertise.

• Specialises in arthroplasty surgery, focusing on joint replacement and prosthesis for arthrosis patients
• Uses stem cell applications, including BMAC and SVF, to support joint tissue repair without major surgery
• Expert in deformity correction and Ilizarov surgery for complex limb alignment issues
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society and the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professor Murat Demiroglu is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who focuses on bone-related joint conditions.

• Researches how subchondral bone – the layer just beneath joint cartilage – affects the progression of osteoarthritis
• Published expert reviews on joint health in the Open Journal of Orthopedics
• Practices at a hospital renowned for its specialised orthopaedic department
• Uses research-based protocols to manage joint wear and structural bone changes

Thesis:

1. Mentese ST, Colak O, Gunenc YE, Tufekci K, Eren OC, Bozkurt SU. The Effect of Hyperelastic Bone Produced with Three Dimensional Bioprinter in Heterotopic Bone Formation.

Peer Reviewed Abstracts

1. Kuru P, Bilgin S, Mentese ST, Tazegul G, Ozgur S, Cilingir OT, Akakin D, Yarat A, Kasimay O. Ameliorative Effect of Chronic Moderate Exercise in Smoke Exposed or Nicotine Applied Rats From Acute Stress Nicotine Tob Res. 2014 Sep 19. pii: ntu182. (As Senior Medical Student)

2. Özdemir ZN, Tazegül G, Kuru P, Bilgin S, Menteşe ST, Erzik C, Şirvancı S, Yeğen B. Nicotine alleviates colitis-induced damage in rats via its anti-oxidative activity. Marmara Medical Journal 2014; 27: 13-20 DOI: 10.5472/MMJ.2013.03125.1 (As Senior Medical Student)

3. Özay Özkaya Mutlu, Mert Canlı, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Ahmet Dilber; Retrospective Comperative Analysis of Preoperative Lymph Node Imaging and Pathological Results in Malignant Melanoma Patients, October Antalya 2017

Peer Reviewed Posters

1. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özay Özkaya, Deniz Özcan; Case Report: Differentiation of Intraoral lesions, Squamous Cell Carcinoma or Pseudoepitheliamatous Hyperplasia, October 2016, Antalya, Turkey.

2. Özay Özkaya, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, İlker Üsçetin; The Effect of Staging on Survey in Malignant Melanoma, October 2016, Antalya, Turkey.

3. Özay Özkaya Mutlu, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Ahmet Dilber, Özlem Çolak; Case Report: Free Adductor Magnus Flap Reconstruction of Calcanel Defect, October 2017, Antalya, Turkey.

4. Özlem Çolak, Özay Özkaya Mutlu, Kadri Özer, S. Tiber Menteşe; Multifunctional Use of Elongated Temporoparietal Fascia Flap in Periorbital Reconstruction, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

5. Ayberk Akçay, Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe; Case Report: Superior Epigastric Artery Perforator Propellar Flap Reconstruction of Anterior Chest Wall Defect, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

6. Batıbey Batmacı, Harun Erbek, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Türkay Gökeri, İlker Üsçetin, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Malign Hand Tumors in the Last Five Years In Our Clinic, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

7. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Harun Erbek, Özlem İmren, Mert Canlı, İlker Üsçetin, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Regional Fasciectomy Treatment Results of Dupuytren’s Contracture Patients, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

8. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Harun Erbek, Türkay Gökeri, Özlem İmren, Mert Canlı, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; The Comparison of Results of Late Term Primarily Fixed and Hunter Prosthesis Used Flexor Digitorum Profundus Injuries, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

9. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, Mert Canlı, İlker Üsçetin, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Extensor Indicis Proprius Transfer Supplied with Ruptured Extensor Pollicis Longus (EPL) Proximal Portion in a Patient with Recurrent EPL Rupture, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

10. Özlem Çolak, Mahir Gökbulut, Selman Taşkın, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Lesions Prediagnosed as Vascular Tumors; September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey.

11. Özlem Çolak, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Emre Gunenc, Selman Taşkın, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Flap Reconstruction of Periorbital Area Zone 2 Tumor Excision Defects, September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey.

12. Özlem Çolak, Emre Gunenc, Selman Taşkın, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Thoracal Wall Reconstruction in a Male Patient with Poland Syndrome, September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey.

13. Özlem Çolak, Burak Yılmaz, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Tuğçe Yasak, İlker Üsçetin; A Rare Skin Malignancy: Sebaceous Carcinoma, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

Oral Presentation:

1. The Effect of Apelin on Indomethacin Induced Gastric Ulcer, World Gastroenterology Subregional Meeting, November 2011, Antalya, Turkey. (As Senior Medical Student)

2. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özay Özkaya Mutlu, İlker Üsçetin; Case Report: 4 Different Merkel Cell Carcinoma, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

3. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin, Özay Özkaya Mutlu; Our Clinical Experience, Retrospective Analysis of Gynecomastia Patients, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

4. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Akif Ayberk Akçay, İlker Üsçetin, Harun Erbek, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Our Approach to Congenital Hand Anomalies Between 2015-2019 Time Periods in Our Clinic, April 2019, İstanbul, Turkey.

5. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Mert Canlı, Özlem Çolak, Batıbey Batmacı, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Results of Repair Through Nerve Graft in Our Clinic in 2015-2019 Time Periods, April 2019, İstanbul, Turkey.

6. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Mert Canlı, Özlem Çolak, Harun Erbek, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; The Evaluation of Long Term Results of Mallet Finger Cases Operated 2015-2019 Periods in Our Clinic, April 2019, İstanbul, Turkey.

7. Akif Ayberk Akçay, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada, Özlem Çolak; The Evulation of Biomechanical and Histologic Aspects the Effect of Direct Thrombin inhibitors on Tendon Healing, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

8. Özlem Çolak, Harun Erbek, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Selman Taşkın, Mert Canlı, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Comparison of Fat Pad Transposition and Fat Graft Application After Fat Pad Resection in Transconjunctival Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty, September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey

9. Özlem Çolak, Zeynep Öykü Gürel, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin, Mahir Gökbulut; Versatile Use of Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator Flap in Axillary Reconstruction, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

10. Türkay Gökeri, Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, Günay Güldoğuş, Tuğçe Yasak Par; Effects of Covid-19 Pandemics on Emergency Plastic Surgery Patiens Admission, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

11. Özlem Çolak, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Zeynep Öykü Gürel, İlker Üsçetin, Mahir Gökbulut ; Retrospective Analysis of Fourniere’s Gangrene Reconstruction Patients Operated From 2010 to 2021, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

12. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Günay Güldoğuş, Tuğçe Yasak Par; Foot Defect Reconstruction with a Superficial Circumflex İliac Artery Flap Including a Bony Component, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

13. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Günay Güldoğuş, Ayça Ergan Şahin; Reconstruction of Wrist Dorsum with a Very Thin Flap: Superficial Circumflex İliac Artery Perforator Flap, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

14. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, Caner Ali İlhan, Tuğçe Yasak Par, İlker Üsçetin; An Effective Solution for Wide Abdominal Wall Defect: Free Latissimus Dorsi Flap, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

15. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Caner Ali İlhan, Ayça Ergan Şahin; An Early and Higher Function Providing Reconstruction Option in Phalangeal Bony Defects, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

Experiences:

1. Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic, Cardiology Hospital C. I. Parhon Iaşi/ROMANIA 2010 (IFMSA Medical Student Exchange Program)

2. Gastroenterology Clinic, Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa Zaragoza/SPAIN 2011 (IFMSA Medical Student Exchange Program)

3. Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic, General Surgery Clinic, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome/ITALY 2012 (ERASMUS Student Exchange Program)

4. Cardiology Clinic, Herlev Hospital, Copenhagen/DENMARK 2012 (IFMSA Medical Student Exchange Program)

5. General Surgery Clinic, Hippokration General Hospital, Athens/GREECE 2012 (Observership As Medical Student)

Courses:

1. National XXXI. Basic Microsurgery Course, June 2018, Marmara University Medical Faculty, İstanbul.

2. XXVIII. Laboratory Animal Science for Researchers Course, September 2019, YUDETAM, Yeditepe University Experimental Research Center

Dr Serdar Karaman is a specialist orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has published extensive research on managing complex joint injuries.

• Specialises in arthroplasty, the surgical reconstruction or replacement of joints to restore mobility and relieve pain
• Performs arthroscopic surgeries using minimally invasive 'keyhole' techniques for faster recovery and less tissue damage
• Uses microfracture techniques to stimulate new cartilage growth in damaged knee joints
• Expertise includes treating cartilage injuries and sports-related joint damage to help patients return to activity

The doctor has extensive experience in occupational medicine, having worked in this field from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, from 2005 to 2013, the doctor served at Haseki Education and Research Hospital, contributing significantly to the medical community. Additionally, from 1987 to 2013, the doctor was involved with Haliç University, working with the Foundation for Children with Leukemia, showcasing a long-standing commitment to pediatric oncology and research.

Professor Semih Ak treats arthrosis at the Turan Turan Health Group, a specialist centre known for managing complex bone and joint conditions.

• Specialises in orthopaedics and traumatology focusing on joint preservation and repair
• Trained at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on musculoskeletal health to improve mobility in stiff joints
• Manages arthrosis through both surgical and non-surgical clinical pathways

Dr Kutsi Tuncer leads orthopaedic care at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, focusing on joint replacement and bone reconstruction.

• Member of the Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
• Specialises in arthroplasty – surgical joint replacement to restore mobility and reduce pain
• Uses Ilizarov methods – specialised limb lengthening and bone deformity correction techniques
• Trained in orthopaedic oncology at Ankara University and Acıbadem Medical School
• Member of the Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

Associate Professor Firat Fidan is a board-certified orthopaedic specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a focus on degenerative spinal conditions.

• Treats arthrosis using shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique that reduces scarring and speeds up recovery
• Holds a Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Board Certification – a mark of high clinical standards
• Completed the AO Trauma Master Course for upper extremity surgery
• Specialises in spinal cord surgery and managing trauma-related joint deformities
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Professor Yusuf Pirincci is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who publishes research on joint replacement designs for patients with complex hip dysplasia.

• Performs knee, hip, and shoulder prosthesis – replaces damaged joints to restore mobility and reduce pain
• Uses press-fit designs in hip replacements for more natural bone integration
• Specialises in limb lengthening and corrective height extension surgery
• Expert in managing bone infections (osteomyelitis) and diabetic foot complications

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a knee and joint specialist who refined his expertise in orthopaedic trauma at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in arthroscopy and knee surgery through the Turkish Sports Injuries Association
• Performed clinical instruction at Antalya Training and Research Hospital as Chief Assistant
• Board-certified with the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Treats complex joint issues and trauma-related arthrosis using research-backed protocols

Dr Ugur Onur Kasman specializes in arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He focuses on restoring mobility through joint replacement and minimally invasive repairs.

• Specialises in arthroplasty – surgical joint replacement to treat severe wear and tear
• Performs arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny cameras and small incisions for faster healing
• Expert in tendon repairs and managing complex sports-related joint injuries
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Trained at Gazi University – one of Turkey's leading medical faculties

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with deep expertise in joint reconstruction and prosthesis surgery.

• Specialises in knee and hip joint surgery to restore mobility and reduce chronic pain
• Performs orthopaedic prosthesis procedures for patients requiring joint replacement
• Treats complex paediatric orthopaedic cases involving bone and soft tissue tumours
• Completed specialist training at Akdeniz University – a major Turkish medical and research hub

Professor Kesmezacar is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious visiting fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York – the world's top-ranked hospital for orthopaedics.

• Specialises in managing knee osteoarthritis using intra-articular injections like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
• Performs arthroscopic microfracture surgery to treat bone tissue death and joint damage in the knee
• Expert in hip and shoulder replacements at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published extensive research on total hip arthroplasty and long-term joint function
• Trained at the University of Western Ontario, focusing on complex limb reconstruction

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a specialist in joint replacement and preservation who trained at the top-ranked Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Uses robotic-assisted technology for high-precision hip and knee arthroplasty
• Specialises in joint-preserving surgery to delay the need for full replacements
• Uses minimally invasive techniques that involve smaller incisions for faster recovery
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
• Authored over 70 international peer-reviewed articles on joint infection and surgery

Dr Mert Filibeli is a surgical specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on restorative orthopaedics and traumatology.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Recognised by the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council for clinical standards
• Experienced in paediatric orthopaedic surgery for complex bone conditions
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital in orthopaedic trauma
• Offers consultations in fluent English and German for international patients