Injuries of bones and joints Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

Professor Omer Faruk Bilgen performs about 650 surgeries each year and serves as the President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association.

• Specialises in total knee, hip, and shoulder replacements for joint degeneration
• Developed a new surgical technique for treating complex hip dislocations
• Served as an education advisor and lecturer for Stryker in the USA
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• Expert in revision arthroplasty to fix or replace failing joint implants

Professor Burak Onvural is a trauma specialist who previously served as the Chief Medical Officer for Altay FC in the Turkish Premier League.

• Specialises in arthroscopy – using keyhole surgery for knees, hips, and ankles to ensure quicker recovery times
• Trained in microsurgery at Louisville University to repair delicate nerves and blood vessels in injured limbs
• Completed professional training with the International Trauma Association in Switzerland
• Uses stem cell therapy for joint injuries to help regenerate damaged cartilage and reduce inflammation
• Performs reconstruction of foot and toe joints for complex crush or impact injuries

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler is a microsurgery specialist who trained at the world-renowned Cleveland Medical Center and Columbia University School of Medicine.

• Specialises in orthopaedic microsurgery to repair complex nerve and tissue damage in limbs
• Performs knee and hip replacements using techniques focused on joint stability
• Former Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital where he trained specialist surgeons
• Expert in hand surgery and microsurgery for intricate bone and joint reconstructions

Professor Cengiz Sen served as a Professor at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine for over a decade, training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons.

• Specialises in revision arthroplasty, fixing complications from previous joint replacement surgeries
• Uses stem cell therapy for arthritis to promote natural healing in damaged joint tissue
• Performs robotic knee replacement surgery for higher accuracy and better alignment
• Specialised in pelvic osteotomies to correct hip socket issues in adult patients
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Professor Necdet Demir leads the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department at Biruni University Hospital, where he specialises in surgical repair for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Head of Orthopaedics at a major university teaching hospital in Istanbul
• Expert in traumatology, managing acute fractures and severe joint dislocations
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Oversees surgical training for the next generation of orthopaedic specialists

Associate Professor Yunus Imren is a robotic surgery specialist who refined his orthopaedic trauma skills at Yale University in the United States.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted knee and hip replacements for greater surgical precision
• Performs arthroscopy – a minimally invasive keyhole technique used to repair joint and cartilage damage
• Completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery for complex arm and shoulder injuries
• Holds a Master of Advanced Joint Surgery from the University of Health Science

Dr Mehmet Taskoparan specialises in minimally invasive trauma surgery and percutaneous spinal repair for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs percutaneous spinal surgery using small punctures for faster patient recovery
• Uses shock wave therapy (ESWT) to treat heel spurs and tennis elbow without surgery
• Specialises in arthroscopic meniscus and ligament repair for sports-related injuries
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Arthroplasty Society
• Highly skilled in total hip and knee prostheses for rheumatic joint disorders

Dr Fahrettin Atalmış is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Egemed Hospital with a focus on trauma and restorative bone surgery.

• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on traumatology, treating acute fractures and complex joint injuries
• Practised as a specialist at major public and private centres like Koru Hospital
• Provides surgical solutions for degenerative joint disease and bone trauma

Associate Professor Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is a spine and trauma specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He has completed a dedicated fellowship in spine surgery at the prestigious Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Treats complex bone and joint injuries including fractures and spinal trauma
• Specialises in prosthetic surgery for joint replacement and long-term mobility
• Focuses on sports medicine for ligament repairs and joint stability
• Served as a clinical lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
• Highly skilled in managing surgical medical sciences for orthopaedic emergencies

Associate Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk is a high-volume orthopaedic surgeon specialising in complex joint reconstructions and minimally invasive arthroscopy at Risus Clinic Istanbul.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery on knees, shoulders, and ankles using tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in revision arthroplasty to fix or replace failing older joint implants
• Uses stem cell therapy for knees and arthritis to promote natural tissue healing
• Treats paediatric cases including spina bifida surgery and prosthetic fittings for children
• Expert in scoliosis management including published research on surgical blood loss safety

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser leads orthopaedic care at Private Koru Ankara Hospital, specialising in robotic-assisted joint replacements and complex trauma recovery.

• Performs robotic knee arthroplasty – uses computer guidance for more precise implant alignment and faster recovery
• Treats extremity traumas including complex bone fractures and muscle or tendon tears
• Specialises in orthopaedic oncology for the surgical removal of bone tumours
• Uses arthroscopy for sports injuries – a keyhole technique that reduces scarring and downtime
• Appointed as a Full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University in 2018