Habitual dislocation of the shoulder Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Ahn Tae Hoon is the Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He specializes in heart failure, valvular disease, and interventional procedures. Dr. Ahn served as the President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. He completed his clinical training at the Montreal Heart Institute in Canada.

• Former President of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC).
• Served as President of the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS).
• Past Organizing Committee Chair of the ENCORE SEOUL international congress.
• Treats complex coronary artery disease, angina, and myocardial infarction.

Dr Yang Young Joon serves as the Director of the Orthopaedic Center at Na-Eun Hospital, where he specialises in reconstructive shoulder surgery.

• Expert in arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions for shoulder stabilisations, leading to less scarring and quicker hospital stays
• Full member of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society
• Specialises in managing sports injuries and complex joint trauma
• Fellowship-trained at the Catholic Central Medical Center in South Korea
• Leads a dedicated Joint Center focusing on bone and ligament repair

Dr. Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specializing in orthopedics and traumatology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He treats complex musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and developmental hip dysplasia. Dr. Ozdemir works at a JCI-accredited facility that utilizes robotic surgical systems for joint procedures.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for total hip replacement.
• Specializes in limb prosthetics, including bionic legs and electronic arm prostheses.
• Conducts minimally invasive procedures like endoscopic discectomy and arthroscopic meniscus repair.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and regenerative treatments for knee joints.

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.

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in joint-preserving surgery and sports-related trauma.

• Trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York – the world's top-ranked hospital for orthopaedics
• Uses minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery to repair joint damage with smaller incisions and faster recovery times
• Expert in arthroscopy, using keyhole surgery to treat shoulder instability and cartilage damage
• Published over 70 peer-reviewed articles in major international journals like the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery

Professor Cengiz Sen is a highly accredited orthopedic surgeon at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in complex joint reconstructions and arthroscopic repairs.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery – a minimally invasive technique using tiny cameras to repair shoulder instability with less scarring
• Former Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical training institutions
• Expert in revision arthroplasty – fixing previous surgical complications or failed joint repairs
• Specialises in stem cell therapy – uses regenerative medicine to aid tissue healing after surgical shoulder stabilisation

Professor Necdet Demir leads the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department at Biruni University Hospital – one of Turkey's major academic medical centres.

• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation to treat recurring dislocations with minimal scarring
• Serves as Head of Department – responsible for overseeing complex orthopaedic surgical cases
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce post-operative pain and speed up recovery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Trained at Istanbul University – Turkey's longest-standing medical institution

Dr. Turgut Akgul is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in scoliosis, kyphosis, and complex spine revision surgery. Dr. Akgul uses Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) for scoliosis treatment. This technique allows for spinal correction while maintaining patient flexibility.

• Board member and Treasurer of the Turkish Spine Society.
• Received the AO Spine Best Oral Presentation award for research on spinal tuberculosis.
• Specialist in narrow canal surgery and pelvic reconstruction.
• Associate Editor for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery and Acta Orthopaedica.

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who completed a dedicated fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University.

• Trained at Balgrist University Zurich in shoulder and elbow clinical observation
• Completed a surgical residency at Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Refined his surgical approach during an observership at the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA
• Specialises in managing complex instability and recurring joint issues

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Koru Ankara Hospital specializing in complex joint reconstructive procedures.

• Performs shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive keyhole technique that speeds up recovery and reduces scarring
• Specialises in sports injuries – focused on restoring stability to the shoulder joint for active patients
• Former Chief Resident at Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital – a major surgical teaching centre
• Appointed as full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University – reflects high clinical and academic standing
• Extensive research background with numerous published scientific articles on orthopaedic surgical outcomes

Professor Kwangyeal Lee is a leading specialist in shoulder reconstruction at Nanoori Hospital, focuses on restoring joint stability for patients with recurrent dislocations.

• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder surgery – uses keyhole techniques for faster recovery and minimal scarring
• Treats complex sport injuries affecting the shoulder and elbow joints
• Active member of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society
• Published clinical research on ultrasound techniques for diagnosing tendon issues
• Maintains professional standing with the Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association