Hand surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Serdar Toker is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who holds the prestigious FESSH European Diploma in hand surgery.

• Performed 900+ procedures focusing on complex hand and upper limb reconstruction
• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Completed a research fellowship at the Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Centre in the USA
• Specialises in microsurgery and reconstructive techniques for traumatic injuries
• Certified instructor for national microsurgery and hand surgery programmes

Dr. Yusuf Pirincci is an orthopedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in limb lengthening and joint replacement surgery. Dr. Pirincci graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He treats patients of all ages for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and revision hip arthroplasty procedures.
• Treats bone infections, sports injuries, and developmental hip dysplasia.
• Authored research on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating tendinopathies.
• Works at an AACI-accredited facility with 99% success in joint replacements.

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.

Professor Ugur Onur Kasman is a specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with expertise in complex orthopaedic repairs and limb trauma.

• Specialises in tendon injuries and repairs to restore hand and finger functionality
• Uses arthroscopic joint surgery – a minimally invasive method using tiny cameras for faster healing
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Trains other surgeons in orthopaedics and traumatology through his academic roles
• Expert in microsurgery techniques for delicate nerve and tissue repair

Dr Yusuf Yahsi is a lead specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, where he focuses on restoration of hand function and trauma repair.

• Specialises in hand surgery and microsurgical techniques to repair delicate nerves and tendons
• Manages complex hand trauma and reconstructive cases for both children and adults
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)
• Completed rigorous residency training at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Dr Mert Filibeli is a dual-language specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on orthopaedics and reconstructive hand surgery.

• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma and surgical repair of hand injuries
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital – a major regional surgical hub
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Highly proficient in German and English for clear international patient communication
• Experienced in paediatric orthopaedics and emergency surgical care

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on reconstructive limb procedures and trauma recovery.

• Completed a surgical research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the United States
• Served as Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital for four years
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Accredited by the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Specialises in arthroscopy – using small cameras and tiny incisions for faster joint recovery

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with a dedicated clinical focus on hand surgery.

• Treats traumatic hand injuries and chronic conditions affecting the wrist and fingers
• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedic surgery for congenital or injury-related hand issues
• Practises at a major JCI-accredited medical centre in Turkey
• Combines hand microsurgery expertise with broader orthopaedic trauma management

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital who trained at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Undertook further international training at Balgrist University in Zurich
• Focuses on upper limb procedures including complex shoulder and elbow reconstructions
• Served as an orthopaedic surgeon at Istanbul Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Research and Training Hospital

Prof. Dr. Şevki Erdem is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with expertise in spine surgery, deformity correction, and complex spinal disorders. He earned his medical degree from Atatürk University in Erzurum. He completed specialty training in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Erciyes University. Over several decades in leading Turkish hospitals, he has treated thousands of patients with spinal conditions. He has also trained future spine surgeons. In 2013, the Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year.

He currently practices at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He provides advanced, patient-centered orthopedic care for scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, fractures, tumors, infections, and spinal deformities. He also performs joint replacement.

Professor Bulent Erol is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist who completed a prestigious clinical fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

• Specialises in paediatric hand surgery and complex musculoskeletal oncology
• Heads the orthopaedic department at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Won multiple Akif Sakir Sakar Scientific Awards for clinical research
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Trained as a clinical visitor at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Birmingham

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Günaydın is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He sees patients at the Optimed International Çorlu Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Outpatient Clinic. Clinic hours: 09:00–18:00. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2004. He completed his specialization at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal in 2010.

Clinical focus: prosthetic surgery, meniscus surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, fracture surgery, orthopedic oncology, pediatric orthopedics, and anterior cruciate ligament surgery.

Awards include the XIX. Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award in Clinical Research (TOTDER, 2015) and a certificate of appreciation (2019). Accreditations and certificates include EFORT (2010, 2017, 2021) and AO Trauma courses (2012, 2013). He has been a TUSYAD member since 2011. He has publications in the Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics, and the International Journal of Surgery.

Professor Kececi is a highly regarded specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on limb salvage and complex orthopaedic reconstruction.

• Specialises in tendon transfers to restore hand and arm function after injury
• Trained in France in minimally invasive techniques for faster patient recovery
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS)
• Former General Secretary of the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch
• Manages complex reconstruction cases including elbow and shoulder surgery

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 Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with advanced training in microvascular hand and wrist repair.

• Trained in basic microsurgery for the delicate repair of small nerves and blood vessels in the hand
• Completed specialist cadaver training in wrist arthroscopy – using tiny cameras for minimally invasive joint surgery
• Researched how lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) impacts grasp strength to improve functional recovery
• Expertise in managing complex limb trauma, including humerus and tibia fractures
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

Professor Erturer is a leading expert in hand and reconstructive microsurgery at Liv Hospital Ulus, specialising in delicate repairs of the hand and wrist.

• Member of the Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery Association
• Performs reconstructive microsurgery to repair tiny nerves and blood vessels in the hand
• Treats complex conditions like tennis elbow and golfer's elbow
• Active researcher with 26 international articles published on orthopaedic trauma and surgical outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

Dr. Burak Onvural is the founder of Onvural Orthopedic Center in Izmir. He served as the official injury doctor for Altay FC in the Turkish Premier League. Dr. Onvural specializes in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and stem cell therapy for arthritis. He completed training at Europe’s International Trauma Association in Switzerland.

• Trained at Ranawat Orthopaedics in the US and Louisville University in Germany.
• Treats professional athletes from the Turkish Premier League.
• Performs knee, hip, and ankle arthroscopy alongside joint replacement procedures.
• Works at the only private Turkish orthopedic clinic accredited for medical tourism.

Professor Bekler is a highly skilled microsurgeon who completed specialized hand surgery training at the prestigious Columbia University School of Medicine.

• Trained in microsurgery at the Cleveland Medical Center – focusing on delicate nerve and vessel repairs
• Former Head of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery at the American Hospital
• Specialises in orthopaedic microsurgery to restore hand function and sensation
• Trained numerous specialists as the Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital

Associate Professor Yunus Imren is a Yale-trained orthopaedic specialist who leads complex hand and upper extremity cases at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Completed a specialised Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at Maltepe University
• Served as an Orthopaedic Trauma Research Assistant at Yale University in the United States
• Specialises in arthroscopy – using tiny cameras and instruments for precise joint repairs
• Manages traumatic injuries including complex fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue damage
• Experienced in microsurgery for delicate nerve and tendon repairs in the hand