Best Injuries of bones and joints Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,100 successful orthopaedic procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a leading JCI-accredited facility.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery, using small incisions for faster knee and shoulder recovery
• Manages complex bone and joint injuries through trauma-focused surgical techniques
• Focuses on spinal diseases including scoliosis, disc herniation, and spinal fractures
• Graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Professor Kayhan Turan is the founder of Turan Turan Health Group and uses robotic-assisted technology for bone and joint reconstruction.

• Completed a surgical externship at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago
• Member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• Specialises in arthroscopy – using small cameras to treat joint injuries with less tissue damage
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction (ICJR)
• Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Medical Faculty, one of Turkey's premier medical schools

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr Murat Kezer is a leading specialist in robotic-assisted joint replacement at Turan Turan Health Group, having completed comprehensive MAKO surgical training for hip and knee reconstructions.

• Specialises in MAKO robotic surgery for partial and total knee replacements to improve implant precision
• Performs reverse total shoulder and Latarjet procedures for complex shoulder instability and joint wear
• Highly experienced in both primary and revision hip arthroplasty for failed previous joint surgeries
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction (ICJR)
• Uses endoscopic orthopaedic techniques to treat bone and joint injuries with smaller incisions

Dr Abdulaziz Temiz is a robotic surgery expert at Turan Turan Health Group, specialising in rapid-recovery techniques for complex joint and bone injuries.

• Certified in Mako robotic systems for high-precision joint replacement surgery
• Uses the kinematic approach to knee replacement to mimic natural leg movement
• Performs minimally invasive fracture repairs for faster healing and smaller scars
• Specialised training in arthroscopic surgery to treat joints via tiny incisions
• Expert in failed pedicle screw revision and complex spinal stabilisation research

Professor Bahtiyar Demiralp is a specialist in complex bone and joint reconstruction who completed fellowships at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in limb-sparing surgery and limb lengthening for severe bone injuries
• Expert in trauma surgery, including polytrauma and complex war-related bone injuries
• Uses Ilizarov external fixation to treat non-healing fractures and bone deformities
• Recognised with multiple best research awards for his work in bone reconstruction
• Active member of the Turkish Musculoskeletal Tumor Society and ASAMI International

Dr. Burak Tuna is an orthopedic surgeon at JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and complex trauma management. Dr. Tuna focuses on minimally invasive techniques for joint and ligament repairs. This approach helps patients achieve faster recovery times and better surgical outcomes.

• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association.
• Performs knee, hip, and ankle arthroscopy for ligament and meniscus injuries.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, hip dysplasia, and skeletal fractures.
• Manages joint osteoarthritis through minimally invasive hip and knee replacement.

Dr Erman Cekic has performed approximately 10,000 knee and hip replacement surgeries, making him a heavyweight in joint reconstruction at OrtoCare Clinic.

• Specialises in joint and cartilage repair using stem cell therapy to help regenerate tissue
• Expert in arthroscopy – uses keyhole surgery for joint injuries to speed up patient recovery
• Provides post-operative rehabilitation including medical Pilates to restore joint function
• Trained in trauma surgery through the AO Foundation, focusing on complex fracture repair
• Extensive research on tibial fracture healing published in international orthopaedic journals

Professor Sami Sokucu is a Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT), specialising in bone and joint reconstruction at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Expert in Taylor Spatial Frame technology – uses an automated external fixator for complex limb lengthening and deformity correction
• Specialises in motorized lengthening nails – allows for femur and tibia lengthening with less discomfort than traditional frames
• Performs percutaneous locked plating – a minimally invasive technique for tibia fractures that promotes faster bone healing
• Uses radiofrequency ablation to treat bone tumours without major surgery, using heat to destroy abnormal cells

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 specialist in robotic-assisted orthopaedic surgery, having completed rigorous training in hip and knee replacements in Luxembourg.

• Performs robotic joint replacements for higher precision and faster return to daily activities
• Expert in managing developmental hip dysplasia, focused on correcting joint alignment
• Trained in spinal surgery for both routine and complex back and neck injuries
• Uses arthroscopy – keyhole surgery that involves smaller incisions and less post-operative pain
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction

Associate Professor Murat Aydin specializes in complex reconstructive surgery for bone and joint injuries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He focuses on restoring full mobility through minimally invasive techniques that reduce patient recovery time.

• Treats complex trauma cases involving shattered bones and severe soft tissue damage
• Uses arthroscopic surgery to fix joint ligaments with minimal scarring
• Expert in pediatric orthopaedics for congenital deformities and growth plate injuries
• Performs joint replacements for patients suffering from chronic post-injury pain
• Researches regenerative medicine to speed up natural bone and fracture healing

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).

Dr. Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specializing in orthopedics and traumatology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He treats complex musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and developmental hip dysplasia. Dr. Ozdemir works at a JCI-accredited facility that utilizes robotic surgical systems for joint procedures.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for total hip replacement.
• Specializes in limb prosthetics, including bionic legs and electronic arm prostheses.
• Conducts minimally invasive procedures like endoscopic discectomy and arthroscopic meniscus repair.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and regenerative treatments for knee joints.

Dr Eyup Bakmaz leads the orthopaedics team at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in joint repairs and sports medicine.

• Performs knee and hip arthroscopy using keyhole surgery for faster recovery
• Specialises in managing complex bone and joint injuries from sports trauma
• Completed specialist training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Former Chief Assistant at one of the region's top medical faculties
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to reduce post-operative pain

Professor Erdinc Genc specializes in sports medicine and joint repair, having completed fellowships at the American Hip Institute in Chicago and the UPENN Sports Medicine Center.

• Focuses on hip and joint injuries using techniques learned at Germany's Helios Endo Clinic
• Holds a specialized qualification in football medicine from Istanbul University
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Turkey
• Expertise includes managing complex orthopedic trauma and sports-related bone injuries

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 900 successful treatments for bone and joint injuries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in sports traumatology, including meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions
• Uses arthroscopy for joint repairs – a minimally invasive technique that reduces scarring and downtime
• Completed specialised training in orthopaedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Expert in fracture fixation and spinal trauma surgery for complex extremity injuries

Professor Gursel Saka is a finalist for the prestigious Tubitak Technology Award for his contributions to surgical innovation at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in pelvis and acetabulum surgery – complex procedures to repair the hip socket and pelvic ring
• Performs arthroplasty to replace damaged joints with artificial ones for better mobility
• Focuses on trauma surgery to repair severe bone fractures and joint injuries
• Expert in spine surgery for correcting structural damage and relieving chronic pain
• Professor at the University of Health Sciences – one of Turkey's premier medical training institutions