Best Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery Doctors in Turkey for Australians

The doctor is a highly experienced specialist in hand surgery and microsurgery with a career spanning over three decades. Currently serving at Memorial Sisli Hospital since 2011, the doctor has dedicated extensive professional time to advanced surgical interventions and microsurgical techniques.

Previously, the doctor spent eighteen years at Manus Hand Surgery and Microsurgery, further refining expertise in complex hand procedures. This clinical background is complemented by a foundational fellowship in hand surgery and microsurgery completed at the VKV American Hospital, establishing a long-standing commitment to excellence in the field of reconstructive and hand-focused surgical care.

Professor Gursel Saka is a highly decorated orthopaedic surgeon and a finalist in the prestigious Tubitak XI Technology Awards for his work in medical innovation.

• Specialises in treating carpal tunnel syndrome and complex hand injuries
• Served as Associate Professor at Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on precision-based techniques to restore full nerve function and hand mobility
• Member of the surgical team at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a major JCI-accredited facility

Professor Cemal Firat is a microsurgery specialist who focuses on peripheral nerve repairs and complex reconstructive procedures at Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialises in microsurgical techniques for delicate nerve injuries and decompression
• Supervised major research into advanced nerve regeneration and grafting methods
• Holds the rank of Professor at Inonu University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive expertise in maxillofacial and reconstructive tumour surgery
• Leads clinical projects on tissue healing and surgical recovery protocols

Dr. Ruhat Tanli is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He treats bone and joint conditions with a focus on arthroscopy and spinal surgery. He previously served as an orthopedist at Istanbul Beylikduzu State Hospital. Dr. Tanli holds a degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in hand surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Member of the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 10,000+ patients annually.
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Selman Dogan is a highly-rated orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in hip and shoulder replacement and treats international patients. Dr. Dogan also manages complex spine and extremity trauma. He holds a degree from the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching Hospital.

• Expertise includes pediatric orthopedics for conditions like hip dysplasia and pes equinovarus.
• Studied orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital.
• Performs sports traumatology procedures for meniscus and cruciate ligament injuries.
• Dr. Dogan works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting US healthcare safety standards.

Dr Semih Ak specializes in musculoskeletal health at the Turan Turan Health Group with a focus on orthopaedic and traumatology care.

• Trained at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on precision hand and wrist procedures for nerve decompression
• Practices at a dedicated centre for musculoskeletal health and rehabilitation
• Member of the Turkish orthopaedic community providing surgical and non-surgical care

Dr Murat Ipetci is a specialist hand surgeon with advanced subspecialty training in microsurgery and upper extremity nerve compressions.

• Completed subspecialisation at the prestigious Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on precision microsurgery techniques for repairing delicate nerve injuries in the hand
• Hold a certificate from the FESSH Academy in Budapest for advanced hand surgery
• Active member of the Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Association
• Certified in advanced surgical approaches for hand and upper extremity topographic anatomy

Dr. Yusuf Pirincci is an orthopedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in limb lengthening and joint replacement surgery. Dr. Pirincci graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He treats patients of all ages for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and revision hip arthroplasty procedures.
• Treats bone infections, sports injuries, and developmental hip dysplasia.
• Authored research on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating tendinopathies.
• Works at an AACI-accredited facility with 99% success in joint replacements.

Op. Dr. Gökhan Güzel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He has more than 10 years of clinical and academic experience. His practice includes robotic knee and hip replacement, revision joint replacement, sports medicine, complex trauma surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, ACL and meniscus repairs, stem cell treatments, and pediatric orthopedics.

He earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine in 2015. He completed specialist training in orthopedics and traumatology at Haseki Training and Research Hospital. He has taught sports surgery and sports medicine at Aksaray University Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on new surgical technologies, deep learning in orthopedic surgery, and complex fracture care.

Professional memberships: TOTBİD and TUSYAD.

Dr. Emre Günenç is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He has worked there since 2026. He trained at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital, one of Istanbul’s largest and busiest centers. This gave him broad operative experience.

Education: Acıbadem University. Plastic Surgery residency at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital. Specialist posts: Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital (2024–2025) and Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital (2024).

Accreditations: Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association. Courses: 42nd Basic Microsurgery Course, ISAPS 5th Aesthetic Istanbul, and 4th Full Circle Rhinoplasty Live Surgery. He has also attended many national congresses and focused rhinoplasty and facial aesthetics courses. Focus: natural, balanced, and functional results in rhinoplasty, and in breast, body, and facial procedures.

Dr. Burak Ergun Tatar is a plastic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in transformative cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, and breast augmentation. Dr. Tatar completed a microsurgery fellowship at Università Campus Bio-Medico in Rome. He graduated with distinction from the Istanbul University School of Medicine.

• Holds specialized certifications in microsurgery, animal research, and medical statistics.
• Performs complex body contouring like tummy tucks, liposuction, and mommy makeovers.
• Treats functional and aesthetic conditions, including deviated septums and gynecomastia.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci robotic system.

Associate Professor Burak Özkan is a European-certified microsurgery expert specialising in hand and upper extremity reconstruction at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital.

• Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS)
• Executive Committee Member of the Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society
• Completed microsurgery fellowships at leading centres in Tokyo, Ghent, and Seoul
• Published research on advanced flap techniques and hand surgery training models
• Recipient of the ISBI Young Investigator Prize for his surgical contributions

Professor Cenk Shen is a plastic and reconstructive specialist at Estetik International Istanbul with elite expertise in microsurgery and hand repair. He brings a high level of surgical precision to every procedure through his background in complex reconstructive techniques.

• Member of the Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity
• Board-certified by the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Former Assistant Professor at Kocaeli University Medical Faculty
• Specialises in reconstructive microsurgery for delicate nerve and tissue repair
• Published over 50 scientific papers on advanced reconstructive surgical methods

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler is a specialist hand surgeon who mastered advanced microsurgery techniques at the prestigious Cleveland Medical Center in the United States.

• Completed a specialist hand and microsurgery fellowship at Columbia University School of Medicine
• Former Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital where he trained next-generation specialists
• Specifically focuses on orthopaedic microsurgery to treat nerve compression and hand injuries
• Served as Head of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery at the American Hospital in Istanbul

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopaedic specialist with international training from the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA and Balgrist University in Zurich.

• Specialises in upper limb conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, and hand
• Completed a dedicated fellowship programme in shoulder and elbow surgery
• Experienced in microsurgical techniques for nerve decompression at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Dr. Ömer Buhşem is a plastic surgeon and the founder of the D’estetica Aesthetics and Laser Clinic Hair Transplant Center. He specializes in facial aesthetics, breast surgery, and reconstructive microsurgery. Dr. Buhşem works in Bursa, Turkey, combining surgical planning with injection-based rejuvenation. He earned his specialty degree in aesthetic plastic surgery and hand surgery from Uludağ University.

• Performs hair restoration using FUE, DHI, and Sapphire FUE techniques.
• Treats reconstructive cases including cleft lip and palate repair.
• Published research on lip injection techniques involving over 200 patients.
• Uses digital dermoscopy for mole mapping and micro-surgical lesion excision.

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who has refined his surgical skills through advanced cadaveric training in microsurgery and wrist arthroscopy.

• Completed specialized training in basic microsurgery in Ankara to handle delicate nerve repairs
• Focuses on upper limb orthopaedics including shoulder, elbow, and complex wrist interventions
• Active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association
• Evaluates diagnostic pain mapping to improve patient outcomes in arthroscopic surgeries
• Presented research on grasp strength and upper limb pathologies at national medical congresses