Injuries of bones and joints Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr Firat Oruc is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, focusing on major joint reconstruction.

• Specialises in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgery for complex injuries
• Performs orthopaedic oncology to treat bone and soft tissue tumours
• Provides paediatric orthopaedic surgery for children with bone and joint disorders
• Experienced in hand surgery for intricate nerve and tendon repairs
• Completed specialist training at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Hayrettin Kesmezacar is a North American-trained orthopaedic surgeon who completed elite fellowships at Cornell University and the University of Western Ontario.

• Specialises in complex shoulder and elbow trauma, including rotator cuff repairs and instability
• Performs reverse shoulder prosthesis surgery for proximal humerus tumours and joint damage
• Uses arthroscopic microfracture techniques to treat knee osteonecrosis with minimal invasion
• Published extensive research on long-term outcomes for distal humeral and supracondylar fractures
• Experienced in managing geriatric hip fractures and joint replacement procedures

Professor Burcin Kececi is a specialist in orthopaedic oncology and limb salvage who treats complex bone and joint injuries at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained in minimally invasive hip surgery at the Centre Orthopedique in France
• Performs limb salvage surgery to preserve function after severe fractures or tumours
• Specialises in pediatric orthopaedics for children with joint issues
• Expert in tendon transfers and reconstructive surgery for hand and shoulder injuries
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS)

Dr. Savas Comlek is an Associate Professor and anesthesiologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice and a Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist. Dr. Comlek treats complex spinal, neck, and cancer pain using ultrasound-guided techniques.

• Expert in splanchnic neurolysis for pancreatic cancer pain management.
• Authored over 10 international articles on interventional pain and analgesia protocols.
• Specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions like hip fractures and osteoarthritis.
• Works at JCI-accredited Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Alireza Soltanzadeh is an anesthesiology and reanimation specialist at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed anesthesia and critical care procedures since 1998. He holds a specific fellowship in cardiac anesthesia from Istanbul’s Çapa Medical Faculty. Dr. Soltanzadeh also trained in pain management (algology) at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Center.

• Specializes in cardiac anesthesia, ozonotherapy, and chronic pain management.
• Served as Chief Physician at a state hospital for five years.
• Fluent in seven languages, including English, German, Arabic, and Farsi.
• Practices at Estexper Clinic, an ISO-certified and ISAPS-certified facility.

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

• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedics and bone tumour surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Won multiple Akif Sakir Sakar Scientific Awards for excellence in clinical and experimental orthopaedic studies
• Gained specialist oncology experience at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the United Kingdom
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Former Professor at Marmara University where he trained the next generation of orthopaedic specialists

Aziz Cataltepe has completed over 1,100 successful procedures and serves as a lead specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises as an orthopaedic oncologist focusing on bone and joint tumours
• Handled a high volume of complex reconstructive cases for skeletal injuries
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, a top-tier Turkish institution
• Background includes senior roles at several major private surgical hospitals
• Combines oncological expertise with orthopaedic surgery for better limb preservation

Dr. Burak Gunaydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in prosthetic surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and pediatric orthopedic oncology. Dr. Gunaydin won the Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award for clinical research.

• Completed AO Trauma advanced surgical training in Austria.
• Performs single-bundle and double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Publishes research in the International Journal of Surgery and Archives of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a focus on robotic-assisted joint surgery and complex bone trauma.

• Member of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association, specialising in computer-guided joint replacements
• Highly trained in arthroscopy – using keyhole surgery for shoulder, knee, and ankle injuries to speed up recovery times
• Expert in managing complex fractures, including paediatric humerus and adult tibia injuries
• Completed advanced surgical training in Verona, Italy, specifically for shoulder joint reconstruction
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Dr. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Dr Omer Bozduman is a specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex spinal repairs and joint reconstruction for patients with severe bone and joint damage.

• Specialises in scoliosis treatment to correct spinal curvature and improve posture
• Manages spinal canal stenosis using techniques to relieve pressure on the spinal cord
• Performs knee and hip prosthesis surgery for patients with advanced joint degeneration
• Treats chronic heel spurs and complex foot and ankle injuries
• Expertise in managing persistent coccyx pain and structural spine slips

Professor Murat Demiroglu is a specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a deep academic focus on bone health and joint degeneration.

• Published research on how subchondral bone influences the progression of joint diseases
• Focuses on the structural changes within joints to improve long-term treatment outcomes
• Contributes to the Open Journal of Orthopedics on complex bone health topics
• Practices at a hospital renowned for its specialised orthopaedic department

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who completed an elite fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University.

• Trained at Switzerland's Balgrist University in Zurich for complex upper limb joint repairs
• Completed an observership at the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA
• Specialises in treating acute bone fractures and chronic joint injuries
• Practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital using modern surgical techniques
• Focuses on restoring mobility through targeted shoulder and elbow interventions

Professor Goksel Gultekin Sahiner specialises in both adult and paediatric trauma surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He focuses on restoring mobility after severe bone and joint injuries.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Expert in joint replacements including knee, hip, and shoulder prosthetics
• Specialises in deformity and lengthening surgery to correct bone alignment
• Treats sports-related injuries using minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Manages complex fractures and musculoskeletal trauma for all age groups

Professor Hilmi Elmacioglu specializes in complex surgical repair for fractures and sports-related joint injuries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs hip and knee arthroplasty – replacing damaged joints to restore painless movement
• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedics, including treating congenital hip dislocations in children
• Uses surgical techniques for fractures and dislocations to ensure proper bone alignment
• Treats acute sports injuries to get patients back to physical activity faster

Dr Hasan Kalkan specializes in surgical repair for complex joint injuries at Büyük Anadolu Hospital – a major centre for orthopaedic trauma.

• Performs arthroscopic debridement and microfracture surgery to repair damaged joint cartilage
• Specialises in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using minimally invasive techniques
• Conducts total joint replacements for damaged hip, knee, and shoulder joints
• Trained at the Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Expert in trauma surgery for acute bone fractures and soft tissue injuries

Professor Erden Erturer is a leading orthopaedics specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with 47 published research papers on bone and joint trauma outcomes.

• Specialises in arthroscopy – uses tiny cameras for keyhole joint repairs with smaller scars and faster recovery
• Expert in joint replacement surgery for hips, knees, shoulders, and elbows to restore full mobility
• Performs reconstructive microsurgery for complex hand and limb injuries requiring delicate nerve or vessel repair
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the AO Alumni Association for bone fracture management

Professor Dedeoglu is a highly regarded orthopaedic specialist who formerly served as Chief Physician at the prestigious Istanbul Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery – use of tiny cameras and small incisions for faster recovery in knee and shoulder repairs
• Completed a research fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA focused on orthopaedic trauma
• Awarded a travelling fellowship by the South Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society
• Performs joint arthroplasty – prosthetic replacement of damaged knee, hip, and shoulder joints
• Expert in reconstructive microsurgery for complex hand and upper extremity injuries