Osteoporosis Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr. Burcin Kececi is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Point İzmir Hospital. He specializes in orthopedic oncology, pediatric orthopedics, and complex bone tumors. Dr. Kececi completed specialized training in France focusing on knee, hip, and sports injuries. He also holds rare expertise in minimally invasive hip surgery techniques.

• Specializes in treating bone metastases and soft tissue tumors.
• Performs limb lengthening, tendon transfers, and joint prosthesis replacements.
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS).
• Former board member of the Turkish society TOTBİD.

Specializations

Scoliosis Treatment

Spinal Canal Stenosis

Fracture and Slip Problems in the Spine

Heel Spurs and Foot and Ankle Problems

Knee and Hip Prosthesis

Shoulder and Knee Problems

Coccyx Pain (Coccyx Pain)

Dr. Hasan Kalkan is an orthopedic surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery and total joint replacements for the knee, hip, and shoulder. Dr. Kalkan graduated from the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He treats complex musculoskeletal issues, including ligament tears and bone fractures.

• Performs anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and arthroscopic meniscectomy.
• Surgical expert in correcting valgus deformity and hallux valgus (toe deformity).
• Performs soft tissue tumor mass excision and trauma surgery.
• Works at a facility that uses robotic-assisted techniques for faster recovery.

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem Hospital who underwent specialist training at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Completed a shoulder and elbow surgery fellowship at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Undertook specialist observership at Balgrist University in Zurich
• Specialises in managing bone health and fracture prevention for senior patients
• Experienced in residency training at Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Focuses on surgical and non-surgical treatments for metabolic bone issues

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 Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who focuses on bone health and fracture prevention in older age.

• Specialises in managing complex fractures in patients aged 55 to 70 with advanced plating techniques
• Completed dedicated training in bone and soft tissue tumours to identify underlying bone weaknesses
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association and the Robotic Knee Surgery Association
• Published research on metabolic syndrome and its impact on skeletal health and cardiovascular risk factors

Professor Omer Faruk Bilgen is a leading orthopaedic surgeon who performs 650 major surgeries annually at Private Medicabil Hospital.

• Specialises in joint replacements and revision arthroplasty to manage bone health complications
• President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Served as a global clinical lecturer and advisor for Stryker USA
• Recognised member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• Developed new surgical techniques for managing complex hip dislocations and contractures

Professor Cagatay Ozturk is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who manages bone health and spinal fragility through surgical and non-surgical care.

• Treats spinal fractures and curvatures caused by bone thinning and reduced density
• Uses minimally invasive spinal surgery – involves smaller incisions for faster recovery and less pain
• Expert in managing cervical disc prosthesis and pediatric spinal bone problems
• Published over 100 international articles on orthopaedics and spinal bone health
• Board member of the Turkish Spine Association and the Scoliosis Research Society

Professor Cengiz Sen leads the orthopaedics team at Biruni University Hospital, bringing specialist expertise in managing brittle bones and skeletal health.

• Specialises in regenerative treatments including stem cell therapy to support bone and joint repair
• Expert in treating degenerative joint disease and complex bone fractures often linked to bone density loss
• Former Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of the region's most prestigious training centres
• Researches and publishes on total knee replacements and innovative limb reconstruction techniques
• Expertise in corrective bone surgery (osteotomy) for adult patients with structural skeletal issues

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler is a senior surgical expert who trained at the Cleveland Medical Center and Columbia University School of Medicine.

• Treats bone fragility and fractures using microsurgery – small-scale surgical techniques for precision repair
• Specialises in hip and knee prostheses for patients with bone density loss
• Former Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital where he trained specialist surgeons
• Expert in orthopaedic traumatology – managing complex bone breaks caused by weakened skeletal structures

Associate Professor Necdet Demir serves as the Head of Orthopaedics at Biruni University Hospital – one of Turkey's leading university-based medical centres.

• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma and bone health management
• Coordinates surgical and non-surgical care for bone density issues
• Oversees orthopaedic training as a senior medical faculty lead
• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University – a specialist Turkish health institution
• Focuses on preventitive bone care and fracture risk reduction

Dr. Yunus Imren is an orthopedic surgeon at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement and prosthesis revision surgery. Dr. Imren completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at Maltepe University. He also served as an orthopedic trauma research assistant at Yale University.

• Uses robotic systems for high-precision joint replacement and deformity correction.
• Treats complex conditions including developmental hip dysplasia and meniscus tears.
• Earned a master’s degree in joint surgery from the University of Health Science.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital, a center of excellence for robotic surgery.

Professor Ahmet Dogan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Kolan Hospital Group with a strong background in clinical research.

• Specialises in managing bone density loss and metabolic bone disorders
• Focuses on surgical and non-surgical treatments for bone health
• Contributes to orthopaedic science through ongoing clinical research
• Handled both routine and complex bone health cases

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly qualified orthopaedic specialist who holds a BOARD certificate from the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.

• Specialises in fracture management and metabolic bone health at Estophia Hospital
• Published research in International Osteoporosis describing the link between platelet volume and bone mineralisation
• Completed a clinical spine surgery fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles
• Expert in managing vertebral fractures and degenerative spine conditions through surgical and non-surgical means
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Dr Fahrettin Atalmış is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Egemed Hospitals with extensive training in musculoskeletal health and surgical bone care.

• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on metabolic bone health and fracture prevention for senior patients
• Treats cases involving lifestyle-related bone density loss and traumatic injuries
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

Associate Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk is a specialist in spinal and joint surgery who has published research on idiopathic scoliosis in the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery.

• Performs vertebral plastic – a procedure to stabilise fractured vertebrae and reduce pain
• Uses stem cell therapy for arthritis and joint degeneration to aid natural tissue healing
• Specialises in conservative scoliosis treatment to manage spinal curvature without invasive surgery
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association