Halyus Valgus Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Haluk Cabuk is a highly decorated orthopaedic surgeon and winner of the Derviş Manizade Science Award for his contributions to the field.

• Specialises in ankle surgery and arthroplasty to correct foot deformities and restore joint function
• Completed an international clinical fellowship in Germany focusing on complex joint reconstruction
• Awarded the TUSYAD overseas scholarship for expertise in sports injuries and joint repair
• Currently serves as an Associate Professor at Istinye University Hospital – a leading Turkish teaching facility

Dr. Esref Terzi is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on joint reconstruction and traumatic injury repair. Dr. Terzi uses the MAKO robotic system for high-precision hip and knee replacements. He has published research on 3D bioprinting for bone formation.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears and rotator cuff injuries.
• Treats complex spinal conditions like scoliosis and funnel chest deformity.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease.
• Participated in medical exchange programs in Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Greece.

Firat Fidan is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with advanced training in managing complex foot and limb deformities.

• Holds Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Board Certification – a mark of high clinical standards
• Completed the AO Trauma Master Course for upper and lower limb reconstructive techniques
• Specialises in trauma and post-trauma deformities including corrective foot surgery
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Focuses on restoring mobility through precise tendon and bone alignment

Dr Kutsi Tuncer is a core member of the Foot and Ankle Surgery Department at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He focuses on corrective procedures for complex gait issues and foot deformities.

• Specialises in extremity reconstruction to restore normal foot alignment and function
• Member of the Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty for joint preservation
• Trained in orthopaedic oncology at Ankara University and Acibadem Medical School
• Registered with the Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Dr Yusuf Pirincci leads orthopaedic care at Atlas University Hospital, specialising in corrective foot surgery and complex reconstruction.

• Performs Hallux Valgus surgery to realign bone and relieve chronic bunion pain
• Specialises in foot surgery and diabetic foot management for high-risk patients
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics
• Contributes to clinical research on joint revision and bone deficiency management
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and reconstructive tumour surgery

Dr. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a trauma specialist at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on functional recovery through precise orthopaedic techniques.

• Completed a trauma research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the United States
• Serves as an Instructor at Health Sciences University – training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council since 2016

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 Ugur Onur Kasman is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He focuses on restoring foot function and mobility through precise tendon and joint repairs.

• Specialises in arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery for reconstructive foot care
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Expert in tendon injuries and repairs to ensure proper toe alignment
• Trained at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in primary, revision, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements. Dr. Azboy completed specialized arthroplasty training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He also held a research fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Authored over 70 internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on orthopedic innovation.
• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee surgery.
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses da Vinci robotic systems.

Associate Professor Serdar Toker is a highly credentialed specialist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the University of Colorado Denver Health Centre.

• Holds a European Diploma from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand
• Specialises in ankle arthroscopy – a keyhole technique that allows for faster recovery times
• Expert in Ilizarov applications for correcting complex bone deformities and misalignments
• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University where he trained other specialists

Dr Mert Filibeli is a surgical specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who provides focused orthopaedic care for complex foot deformities.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology since residency
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council for clinical excellence
• Experienced in paediatric surgical cases at Dr Behcet Uz hospital
• Holds C2-level German language certification for international patient consultations

Professor Burcin Kececi is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital who specialises in complex foot and ankle reconstructions.

• Performed specialised training in France focusing on minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Expert in diabetic foot surgery and managing chronic lower limb deformities
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS) for complex bone care
• Uses tendon transfers to restore function and improve patient mobility after surgery

Professor Bulent Erol is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist who formerly led the Department of Orthopaedics at Marmara University.

• Trained at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as a Research Clinical Fellow
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society and Turkish Traumatology Association
• Won multiple Akif Sakir Sakar Scientific Awards for clinical and experimental studies
• Completed a clinical residency at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the UK
• Specialises in complex musculoskeletal reconstructions and corrective orthopaedic procedures

Dr. Aziz Cataltepe is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions, including bone injuries, joint fractures, and scoliosis. Dr. Cataltepe also focuses on orthopedic oncology and spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats complex conditions like hip dysplasia, meniscus tears, and coxarthrosis.
• Performs orthopedic procedures at a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for valgus deformity and hand surgery.
• Works at a hospital that treats 600,000 patients every year.

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is a highly trained orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with deep expertise in corrective bone and joint procedures.

• Completed an observership at the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA – the world's top-ranked orthopaedic centre
• Holds a fellowship from Bezmialem Vakif University specialising in upper and lower limb surgery
• Experienced in performing osteotomies – surgical bone realignments to correct painful foot deformities
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and completed residency at the prestigious Sisli Etfal Training Hospital

Professor Hilmi Elmacioglu is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on surgical correction of complex foot and ankle deformities.

• Specialises in surgical treatment of fractures and dislocations to restore mobility
• Manages hip and knee arthroplasty, involving joint replacement for severe wear
• Provides paediatric orthopaedic care for congenital foot and hip conditions
• Treats sports injuries with focus on rapid return to physical activity
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a major multi-specialty surgical centre