Injuries of bones and joints Doctors in Turkey — Page 5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious spine surgery fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles.

• Specialises in spine surgery, hand and upper extremity injuries, and complex fractures of the pelvis and lower limbs
• Holds a Turkish Board certification in Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTEK)
• Expert in total knee arthroplasty, using techniques that improve post-operative muscle strength and recovery
• Experienced in treating orthopaedic oncology cases involving both benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumours

The doctor is a highly experienced orthopedic specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over two decades across multiple international healthcare systems. Having completed medical training at Hacettepe University and Dokuz Eylül University, the doctor has held significant clinical and academic positions, including roles at Al-Azhar University Faculty of Medicine and various state and private hospitals in Gaza and Turkey.

With a strong commitment to professional development, the doctor maintains active memberships with the Egyptian Orthopaedic Association, TOTBİD, and the Turkish Orthopedic Research Council (TOAK). The doctor's career is defined by a dedication to orthopedic research, surgical excellence, and comprehensive patient care within diverse clinical environments.