Arthrosis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Murat Demiroglu is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who focuses on bone-related joint conditions.

• Researches how subchondral bone – the layer just beneath joint cartilage – affects the progression of osteoarthritis
• Published expert reviews on joint health in the Open Journal of Orthopedics
• Practices at a hospital renowned for its specialised orthopaedic department
• Uses research-based protocols to manage joint wear and structural bone changes

Dr Serdar Karaman is a specialist orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has published extensive research on managing complex joint injuries.

• Specialises in arthroplasty, the surgical reconstruction or replacement of joints to restore mobility and relieve pain
• Performs arthroscopic surgeries using minimally invasive 'keyhole' techniques for faster recovery and less tissue damage
• Uses microfracture techniques to stimulate new cartilage growth in damaged knee joints
• Expertise includes treating cartilage injuries and sports-related joint damage to help patients return to activity

Professor Ahmad Dogan is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who leads the department at Valued Med Hub Hospitals. He completed a specialist fellowship at Austria's prestigious Orthopadisches Spital Speising to advance his surgical expertise.

• Specialises in arthroplasty surgery, focusing on joint replacement and prosthesis for arthrosis patients
• Uses stem cell applications, including BMAC and SVF, to support joint tissue repair without major surgery
• Expert in deformity correction and Ilizarov surgery for complex limb alignment issues
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society and the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. Esref Terzi is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on joint reconstruction and traumatic injury repair. Dr. Terzi uses the MAKO robotic system for high-precision hip and knee replacements. He has published research on 3D bioprinting for bone formation.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears and rotator cuff injuries.
• Treats complex spinal conditions like scoliosis and funnel chest deformity.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease.
• Participated in medical exchange programs in Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Greece.

Associate Professor Firat Fidan is a board-certified orthopaedic specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a focus on degenerative spinal conditions.

• Treats arthrosis using shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique that reduces scarring and speeds up recovery
• Holds a Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Board Certification – a mark of high clinical standards
• Completed the AO Trauma Master Course for upper extremity surgery
• Specialises in spinal cord surgery and managing trauma-related joint deformities
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Dr Kutsi Tuncer leads orthopaedic care at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, focusing on joint replacement and bone reconstruction.

• Member of the Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
• Specialises in arthroplasty – surgical joint replacement to restore mobility and reduce pain
• Uses Ilizarov methods – specialised limb lengthening and bone deformity correction techniques
• Trained in orthopaedic oncology at Ankara University and Acıbadem Medical School
• Member of the Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

Dr Ahmet Arik has performed 900+ orthopaedic procedures, focusing on surgical solutions for patients with severe joint wear and tear.

• Specialises in managing complex arthrosis cases at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital
• Personally reviews all diagnostic materials to create individualised surgical or treatment programmes
• Maintains a perfect 5-star rating for patient satisfaction and surgical outcomes
• Expertise includes joint preservation and reconstructive techniques for damaged cartilage

Dr. Yang Yeongjun is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint care and arthroscopy. He treats knee and shoulder disorders and performs arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement (arthroplasty). He also manages trauma and sports conditions, including sports injuries, foot and ankle problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fractures.

He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Catholic Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship at Catholic Medical Center St. Paul’s Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society, the Korean Knee Society, and the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society.

Professor Kesmezacar is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious visiting fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York – the world's top-ranked hospital for orthopaedics.

• Specialises in managing knee osteoarthritis using intra-articular injections like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
• Performs arthroscopic microfracture surgery to treat bone tissue death and joint damage in the knee
• Expert in hip and shoulder replacements at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published extensive research on total hip arthroplasty and long-term joint function
• Trained at the University of Western Ontario, focusing on complex limb reconstruction

Dr. Lee Dongyeop is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy and joint replacement. He performs arthroscopic surgery (joint endoscopy) and total knee replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, sports injuries, and chronic knee conditions.

Credentials: M.D.-Ph.D. combined program, The Catholic University of Korea Graduate School of Medicine. Internship and orthopedic surgery residency, The Catholic University of Korea Catholic Medical Center. Clinical Instructor (fellow), Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea.

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Dr Ugur Onur Kasman specializes in arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He focuses on restoring mobility through joint replacement and minimally invasive repairs.

• Specialises in arthroplasty – surgical joint replacement to treat severe wear and tear
• Performs arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny cameras and small incisions for faster healing
• Expert in tendon repairs and managing complex sports-related joint injuries
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Trained at Gazi University – one of Turkey's leading medical faculties

Dr. Burak Gunaydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in prosthetic surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and pediatric orthopedic oncology. Dr. Gunaydin won the Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award for clinical research.

• Completed AO Trauma advanced surgical training in Austria.
• Performs single-bundle and double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Publishes research in the International Journal of Surgery and Archives of Orthopaedic Surgery.