Surgical treatment of valgus deformity Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Adil Turan is an orthopaedic specialist who completed a high-level trauma research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Serves as an Associate Professor and Instructor at the Health Sciences University Antalya Health Application Centre
• Specialises in orthopaedics and traumatology with a focus on corrective foot surgery
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Recognised by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Practises at the JCI-accredited Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Professor Burcin Kececi is a highly skilled orthopaedic surgeon who completed prestigious fellowships in France focusing on minimally invasive techniques.

• Specialises in ankle surgery and complex trauma reconstructions for lower limbs
• Trained at Centre Orthopedique in France in minimally invasive surgical methods
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage for complex cases
• Served as General Secretary for the Turkish bone and tumour branch
• Experienced in treating both adult and paediatric orthopaedic conditions

Dr Omer Bozduman is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex foot and ankle reconstructions.

• Specialises in correcting valgus deformities and heel spurs
• Expertise in both knee and hip prosthetic surgery
• Treats a wide range of degenerative spine and joint conditions
• Practises at a major hospital known for orthopaedic excellence

Dr. Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, sports injuries, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Ertogrul completed fellowships at Balgrist University in Zurich and the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Expert in robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint surgery.
• Performs advanced shoulder and elbow surgery following prestigious Swiss and US training.
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci surgery system.

Professor Goksel Gultekin Sahiner leads the orthopaedics team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex lower limb reconstruction and bone deformity correction.

• Focuses on surgical correction of valgus deformities and bone alignment issues
• Expert in both adult and paediatric orthopaedic trauma reconstructive surgery
• Specialises in ankle arthroscopic techniques for minimally invasive joint correction
• Performed numerous deformity and lengthening procedures using modern fixation methods
• Academic lead training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons in Turkey

Professor Hasan Kalkan leads the orthopaedic surgery programme at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex foot and toe reconstructions.

• Focuses on Hallux Valgus surgery using precise deformity correction techniques
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest medical schools
• Handles orthopaedic trauma and soft tissue tumour excisions alongside corrective surgery
• Completed advanced specialist training at Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Burak Onvural is the founder of Onvural Orthopedic Center in Izmir. He served as the official injury doctor for Altay FC in the Turkish Premier League. Dr. Onvural specializes in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and stem cell therapy for arthritis. He completed training at Europe’s International Trauma Association in Switzerland.

• Trained at Ranawat Orthopaedics in the US and Louisville University in Germany.
• Treats professional athletes from the Turkish Premier League.
• Performs knee, hip, and ankle arthroscopy alongside joint replacement procedures.
• Works at the only private Turkish orthopedic clinic accredited for medical tourism.

Associate Professor Yunus Imren completed a prestigious research fellowship at Yale University and now treats complex leg curvatures at Liv Hospital.

• Specialises in correcting lower limb deformities including valgus and leg curvatures
• Master of Advanced Joint Surgery from the University of Health Science
• Trained in robotic-assisted orthopaedic techniques for precise joint realignment
• Completed an elite travelling fellowship in joint surgery across Germany
• Member of the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Bezmialem Foundation University

Professor Cengiz Sen handles complex toe and foot reconstructions at Biruni University Hospital, bringing senior academic expertise to every case.

• Performs reconstruction of foot joints and toes using refined surgical techniques
• Former Professor at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Specialises in limb deformities and paediatric orthopaedic conditions
• Published specialist researcher in degenerative joint disease and bone reconstruction
• Recognised with the AOTT Oral Presentation award for his clinical contributions

Associate Professor Necdet Demir serves as the Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Biruni University Hospital – one of Turkey's major academic medical centres.

• Specialises in foot and ankle reconstruction including complex valgus deformity correction
• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the prestigious Bezmialem Vakif University
• Oversees orthopaedic surgical protocols as Department Head
• Focuses on restoring mobility through evidence-based surgical techniques
• Holds an Associate Professor title reflecting high-level academic and clinical expertise

Professor Turgut Akgul is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist and former Associate Professor at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's premier medical faculties.

• Recognised with the TOTDER Akif Sakar Science Award for his contributions to orthopaedic research
• Holds editorial positions at the Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
• Served as a board member for both the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Orthopedic Association
• Specialises in complex pelvic surgery and corrective procedures for lower limb alignment
• Awarded numerous prizes for research into radiographic parameters and patient quality of life

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who has spent over two decades mastering complex joint and bone reconstructions.

• Completed a specialised clinical fellowship at the world-renowned UCLA Spine Centre in Los Angeles
• Holds a Turkish Board certificate from the National Training Council (TOTEK)
• Served as a Professor at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University – training the next generation of orthopaedic specialists
• Published over 35 international research papers on surgical outcomes and bone healing
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology