Best Osteotomy Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr. Olcay Guler is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He manages complex bone and joint conditions within a JCI-accredited facility. Dr. Guler previously held academic roles at Altınbaş University and Medipol University. He treats patients at one of Turkey’s most active private medical centers.

• Practices at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Served as a specialist at Bahçelievler Medical Park and Medipol University.
• Treats a wide variety of orthopedic injuries and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Works in a facility that hosts patients from over 160 countries annually.

Dr. Abdulaziz Temiz is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group. He specializes in robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Temiz earned a certification for the Mako robotic system in Amsterdam. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis, coxarthrosis, and bone fractures.

• Uses the NAVIO 7 and Mako systems for robotic knee and hip replacements.
• Performs herniated disc surgery, laminectomy, and spinal fusion.
• Specially trained in the kinematic approach for knee replacement surgery.
• Published research on biomechanical methods for pedicle screw revision.

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Professor Bahtiyar Demiralp is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a fellowship at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in limb-sparing surgery and the correction of complex bone deformities
• Expert in using the Ilizarov circular external fixator for lower limb reconstructions
• Former Associate Professor at GATA Military Medical Faculty focusing on trauma and oncology
• Recognised with multiple awards for research into bone tumour reconstruction and limb preservation
• Member of the Turkish Musculoskeletal Tumour Society and ASAMI International

Professor Cagatay Ozturk is the founder and director of the Liv Spine Centre – a prestigious facility certified as a Centre of Excellence by the AOSpine Society.

• Serves as Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Istinye University
• Performs complex corrective surgeries throughout Eastern Europe and Central Asia
• Leads a multidisciplinary team at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul
• Published researcher specialising in spinal deformities and surgical corrections
• Expert in managing both paediatric and adult orthopaedic cases

Dr Erman Cekic has performed 10,000 joint replacement surgeries and specialises in complex musculoskeletal corrections at OrtoCare Orthopedic Clinic.

• Trained in advanced revision techniques and AO Trauma Masters protocols
• Uses stem cell therapy and microsurgery to support bone healing
• Completed specialist knee arthroplasty training in Vienna, Austria
• Treats both adult osteoarthritis and paediatric orthopaedic conditions
• Authored research on radiographic scoring systems for tibial fractures

Dr. Yunus Uysal is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He completed specialized training in robotic hip and knee replacement in Luxembourg. He treats complex musculoskeletal issues, including scoliosis and degenerative spine disease. Dr. Uysal works at a center with over 25 years of robotic surgery experience.

• Certified by the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.
• Performs endoscopic discectomy and minimally invasive spinal fusion.
• Treats arthritis and joint injuries using stem cell therapy.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.

Professor Sami Sokucu is a board-certified orthopaedic specialist who excels in complex limb reconstruction and corrective bone surgery at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Specialises in distal femur corrective osteotomy to fix valgus deformities and knee alignment issues
• Expert in using the Taylor Spatial Frame for precision limb lengthening and deformity correction
• Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT)
• Published extensive research on magnetic bone nails and motorised lengthening systems
• Current faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University specialising in advanced orthopaedic trauma

Dr Bakmaz serves as a senior Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He previously held the prestigious position of Chief Assistant Specialist Doctor at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in joint preservation through knee and hip arthroscopy
• Focuses on complex orthopaedic trauma and sports injuries
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in managing surgical corrections for musculoskeletal conditions

The doctor is a highly experienced Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist with a career spanning over 15 years in clinical practice. Since 2009, the doctor has been providing specialized orthopedic care at Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has held key positions at several prominent medical institutions, including Medicana International Istanbul Hospital, Esenler Life Hospital, and Van State Hospital. The doctor possesses extensive expertise in the diagnosis and surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions, consistently delivering high-quality patient care across diverse clinical settings.

Dr. Semih Ak is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He focuses on sports medicine, joint disorders, and trauma reconstruction. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Yeditepe University. Dr. Ak completed specialized residency training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training Hospital.

• Performs ligament reconstructions, including ACL and rotator cuff repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and Achilles tendon injuries.
• Manages ankle osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases.
• Works at a center using robotic systems for knee and spine surgery.

Professor Abdullah Eren pioneered a modified Salter osteotomy technique that removes the need for internal fixation pins when treating hip dysplasia.

• Specialises in pediatric orthopaedics and complex limb lengthening at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Founding member of the Turkish Ilizarov Applications and Research Center
• Recognised with multiple first-place awards for innovative pelvic osteotomy techniques
• International trainer for limb lengthening and paediatric trauma surgical courses
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society

Professor Hamzaoglu established Turkey's first dedicated spine surgery centre and currently leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. He has pioneered innovative surgical techniques for complex spinal corrections at the Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center in the United States
• Completed advanced surgical studies at the University of Hokkaido in Japan
• Served as Head of the Scoliosis and Spine Center since its inception
• Full Professor at Istanbul University's prestigious Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in orthopaedics and traumatology for paediatric and adult cases

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a trauma research specialist who trained at Denver Health Hospital in the USA to master complex bone reconstruction. He currently serves as a senior instructor at the Health Sciences University Antalya Health Application Center.

• Specialises in orthopaedics and traumatology with a focus on limb realignment
• Holds a leadership role as Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Recognised by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Experienced in handling both state hospital trauma cases and academic instruction

Dr Firat Oruc performs precise corrective procedures at Medical Park Antalya using robotic technology and advanced imaging systems.

• Specialises in limb reconstruction including corrective surgery for fused fingers and toes
• Performs 3D bunion correction and Hallux Valgus reconstruction for better foot alignment
• Uses arthroscopic techniques to minimise recovery time and post-operative pain
• Treats complex paediatric conditions including spinal deformities and scoliosis
• Provides regenerative treatments like stem cell therapy for early-stage joint issues

Dr Esref Terzi uses sophisticated 3D bioprinting technology to improve bone formation outcomes for patients requiring complex reconstructive surgery.

• Researches hyperelastic bone production to enhance structural recovery in challenging bone cases
• Specialises in vascularised bone transfers and superficial circumflex iliac artery flaps with bony components
• Published specialist research on treating phalangeal bone defects to restore hand function quickly
• Completed international clinical training across Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Greece

Professor Kutsi Tuncer is an orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler who focuses on complex bone reconstruction and tumour-related surgeries.

• Completed specialised training in orthopaedic oncology at Ankara University
• Member of the Association of Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods
• Focuses on hip and knee arthroplasty for restorative joint function
• Active in the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Specialist background in soft tissue and bone tumour management

Professor Yusuf Pirincci is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Atlas University Hospital with significant academic contributions to hip and femur reconstruction. He is a published researcher in the field of developmental hip dysplasia and complex bone deficiencies.

• Specialises in limb lengthening and complex height extension procedures
• Expert in treating acetabular bone deficiency using Burch-Schneider cages
• Published research on femoral dimensions in adult hip dysplasia cases
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul University
• Focuses on bone infections and advanced orthopaedic tumour surgery

Professor Samet Erinc is a highly trained orthopaedic specialist with international clinical experience from Loyola University in Chicago. He works at the JCI-accredited VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, focusing on corrective bone surgery.

• Completed Eurospine Accredited Education Modules with the Turkish Spine Society
• Expertise in managing complex joint disorders across the knee and hip
• Certified in AO Trauma Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Specialises in childhood spinal diseases and degenerative bone conditions

Professor Cengiz Sen specialises in complex pelvic osteotomies and limb deformities at Biruni University Hospital. He wrote his expert thesis on osteotomies for adult patients with acetabular dysplasia.

• Former Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Expertise includes treating congenital limb deformities and degenerative joint diseases
• Handled numerous cases involving revision arthroplasty and infected nonunion
• Published extensive research on limb reconstruction and total knee replacement outcomes
• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedics and reconstructive surgery