Osteoarthritis Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Mehmet Soyarslan is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic knee surgery and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Soyarslan is a member of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association. He also serves the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association.

• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Treats pediatric orthopedic conditions, including developmental hip dysplasia and scoliosis.
• Presented shoulder arthroscopy research at SICOT and SECEC–ESSE international congresses.
• Completed specialized cadaver training in advanced knee and ankle surgical techniques.

Dr Hasan Kalkan specializes in joint replacement surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on restorative procedures for patients with degenerative joint wear.

• Performs total joint arthroplasty, replacing damaged bone with high-quality prostheses to restore mobility
• Uses arthroscopic debridement to clear joint debris through small incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in microfracture surgery to stimulate new cartilage growth in damaged joint areas
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in managing complex toe deformities like Hallux Valgus alongside major joint care

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 Rodi Ertogrul is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with international training from the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery
• Trained at Balgrist University in Zurich for upper limb orthopaedics
• Focuses on joint restoration and surgical management of osteoarthritis
• Fellow of the Istanbul Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital program

Professor Sahiner specialises in total joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on restoring mobility for patients with severe joint wear.

• Performs knee, hip, and shoulder prosthesis to replace damaged joint surfaces
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions and cameras for faster recovery
• Specialises in deformity and lengthening surgery to correct limb alignment
• Manages sports-related joint injuries using minimally invasive techniques
• Provides orthopaedic care for both adult and paediatric trauma cases

Dr Omer Bozduman leads orthopaedic care at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, where he focuses on joint restoration and prosthetic surgery.

• Performs hip and knee replacements to restore mobility in cases of severe joint wear
• Treats foot and ankle complications related to chronic joint degeneration
• Manages complex shoulder joint issues using modern repair techniques
• Specialises in spinal canal stenosis to relieve pressure on the spinal cord
• Focuses on restoring long-term function through precision surgical intervention

Associate Professor Erden Erturer is a senior orthopedic specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on joint reconstruction and prosthesis surgery for severe joint wear.

• Performs knee, hip, and shoulder replacements using joint-specific implants for long-term mobility
• Member of the Turkish Artroplasti Society with expertise in prosthetic joint alignment
• Published 26 international research papers on orthopedic traumatology and surgical outcomes
• Trained at Istanbul Bilim University, specialising in complex spinal and reconstructive surgery
• Recognised for managing sports-related injuries and degenerative joint conditions

Professor Dedeoglu is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon who previously served as Chief Physician at the specialise Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs joint arthroplasty to replace damaged knee, hip, and shoulder joints with prosthetics
• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery, using tiny cameras and small incisions for faster recovery
• Completed a shoulder and elbow fellowship in South Korea with the KSES society
• Conducted orthopaedic trauma research as a fellow at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA
• Recognised as a member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council

Professor Yunus Imren is a robotic surgery expert at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, specialising in joint replacement for severe osteoarthritis cases.

• Performs robotic knee and hip replacements for high-precision joint alignment
• Trained at Yale University in orthopaedic rehabilitation and trauma research
• Completed an Advanced Joint Surgery Master's programme in Istanbul
• Director-trained specialist in hand and upper extremity surgeries
• Fellow of the EFFORT programme in Germany for orthopaedic excellence

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler is a highly credentialed orthopaedic specialist who trained in microsurgery at the prestigious Cleveland Medical Center.

• Specialises in knee and hip prostheses using microsurgery techniques for more precise joint replacement
• Trained at Columbia University School of Medicine in hand and microsurgery
• Former Head of Orthopaedic Surgery at American Hospital – a leading private facility
• Previously served as Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital where he trained specialist surgeons

Associate Professor Necdet Demir serves as the Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Biruni University Hospital – a major academic medical centre.

• Specialises in orthopaedic surgery for chronic joint degradation
• Leads the specialist training programme for new orthopaedic surgeons
• Focuses on surgical interventions for severe joint mobility issues
• Experienced in managing trauma-related bone and joint conditions

Professor Cengiz Sen specialises in revision arthroplasty and regenerative medicine at Biruni University Hospital. He offers biological alternatives like stem cell therapy for patients seeking to delay or avoid major joint surgery.

• Performs robotic knee replacement surgery for more precise implant alignment and faster recovery
• Uses stem cell therapy for arthritis to promote natural tissue repair within the joint
• Specialises in revision arthroplasty – complex procedures to fix or replace failing joint implants
• Former Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, training the next generation of surgeons
• Expert in managing degenerative joint disease and congenital limb deformities

Associate Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk is a high-volume orthopaedic surgeon specialising in joint replacement and evidence-based blood management techniques.

• Performs stem cell therapy for arthritis to promote tissue repair without invasive surgery
• Specialises in total hip and knee replacements for osteoarthritis management
• Expert in revision arthroplasty, correcting or replacing older joint implants
• Researches blood loss management to improve patient safety during complex spinal procedures
• Uses arthroscopic surgery for minimally invasive joint repairs, ensuring smaller incisions and faster healing

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who publishes extensively on improving recovery times and muscle strength after knee surgery.

• Completed a specialist fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles
• Specialises in total knee arthroplasty, focusing on techniques that preserve post-operative muscle strength
• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTEK)
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Extensive experience in managing degenerative joint disease and complex musculoskeletal injuries

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser specialises in robotic knee prosthesis surgery at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. This technology allows for more accurate implant placement and faster recovery times for patients with severe joint wear.

• Performed extensive research on total knee arthroplasty at Ankara Dr Muhittin Ulker Hospital
• Appointed as a full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University in 2018
• Focuses on hip and shoulder arthroplasty using prosthetic bone replacements
• Treats complex sports injuries and tendon tears via arthroscopy
• Published numerous scientific articles on joint reconstruction and trauma care