Arthrosis Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Dr Mehmet Taskoparan is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who performs joint replacement surgery for advanced arthrosis at Private Anadolu Hospital.

• Performs total knee and hip prostheses for degenerative joint disorders
• Uses three-dimensional surgery for precise knee and hip alignment
• Specialises in arthroscopic interventional surgery – a minimally invasive approach for joint repair
• Member of the Arthroplasty Society and the Turkish Spine Society
• Fellow of the Turkish Association of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBİD)

Dr. Selim Bilgin is an orthopedic surgeon at Egemed Hospitals in Izmir. He treats joint conditions and bone trauma, including osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. His work includes managing bone and joint injuries, hip fractures, and meniscus tears.

He performs surgeries for hand conditions, shoulder dislocations, and congenital issues such as syndactyly. He works at Egemed Hospitals, which treats 100,000 patients annually. The facility has 75 beds for surgical recovery and inpatient care.

Dr Fahrettin Atalmış is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at Egemed Hospitals, where he focuses on surgical solutions for joint wear and tear.

• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Managed complex joint cases at the Ministry of Health Sincan Nafiz Körez State Hospital
• Held senior clinical roles across major private medical centres including Koru Hospital
• Graduated from the Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Rustu Nuran is an orthopedic surgeon at Hermes Clinics in Ankara. He treats musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis and habitual shoulder dislocations. Dr. Nuran is a member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID). He practices at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and arthritis.
• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, shoulder, and ankle.
• Treats bone fractures and spinal conditions like ankylosing spondylitis.
• Performs surgical correction for hallux valgus and funnel chest deformity.

Dr Erdinc Genc refined his skills at the American Hip Institute in Chicago – a world-leading centre for joint preservation and reconstruction.

• Specialises in arthroscopic joint surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Trained at Hamburg's Helios Endo Clinic – Europe’s largest centre for joint replacement and arthrosis
• Completed a sports medicine fellowship at the UPENN Sports Medicine Center
• Expert in football medicine – manages joint injuries for professional athletes
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital

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. Bulut Okay is an orthopedic surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He specializes in pediatric orthopedics and joint reconstruction. Dr. Okay performs ALMIS, a minimally invasive technique for hip arthroplasty, and uses stem cell therapy for knee conditions. He treats bone deformities and sports injuries.

• Performs MAKOplasty for robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements.
• Treats pediatric conditions such as developmental hip dysplasia and syndactyly.
• Performs revision arthroplasty for failed hip and knee implants.
• Works at Medicana Sivas, a facility treating over 113,700 patients annually.

Dr. Oguzhan Chimen is an orthopedist at Medistanbul Hospital. He treats bone and joint conditions using surgical and regenerative methods. He performs knee, hip, and shoulder replacements and uses stem cell therapy for arthritis.

• Performs MAKOplasty robotic-assisted joint replacement.
• Treats spinal deformities including scoliosis and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears and ligament reconstruction.
• Works at Medistanbul Hospital, which treats over 90,000 patients annually.

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist in joint restoration who sits on the board of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery, using keyhole techniques for faster recovery and less post-op pain
• Expertise in developmental hip dysplasia and complex joint preservation
• Completed advanced cadaveric training in shoulder and ankle surgery in Italy and Turkey
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

Dr. Gorkem Kiyak is an orthopedic surgeon at Academic Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in orthopedic oncology, spinal surgery, and pediatric orthopedics. Dr. Kiyak treats scoliosis, bone injuries, and ankylosing spondylitis. He works at a facility accredited by TEMOS and ISO 9001.

• Specializes in adult and pediatric orthopedic spine surgery.
• Treats conditions such as osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.
• Performs surgery for hip fractures and meniscus tears.
• Works at a clinic licensed for international health tourism by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

Professor Ahmet Dogan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Kolan Hospital Group with a focus on reconstructive surgery and joint health.

• Specialises in arthroplasty – replacing damaged joint surfaces with prosthetics to restore pain-free movement
• Performs orthopaedic trauma surgery to repair complex bone and joint injuries
• Active researcher in the field of orthopaedics and traumatology
• Recognised for managing both degenerative joint wear and sudden structural damage

Dr. Mehmet Sahin is an orthopedic surgeon at Egemed Hospitals in Izmir. He treats bone and joint injuries, including habitual shoulder dislocations and meniscus tears. Dr. Sahin performs joint replacement surgery for the hip, knee, and ankle at Egemed Hospitals, which treats 100,000 patients every year.

• Uses stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and joint degeneration.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery on the knee and ankle.
• Treats congenital and acquired deformities like scoliosis, syndactyly, and funnel chest.
• Conducts reconstructive procedures for foot joints, toes, and forearm fractures.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a BOARD-certified orthopaedic specialist at Estophia Hospital, holding prestigious clinical fellowships from both Ankara University and the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles.

• Specialises in managing arthrosis through total knee arthroplasty and joint preservation techniques
• Uses evidence-based wound closure methods in knee surgery to improve post-operative muscle strength
• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Training Council (TOTEK)
• Expertise in arthroscopy – a minimally invasive 'keyhole' approach for faster recovery and less scarring
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery