Halyus Valgus Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Ahmet Arik has performed over 1,100 orthopaedic treatments at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital. He is a senior specialist focused on surgical correction for structural foot conditions.

• Specialises in surgical correction of Hallux Valgus to restore foot alignment
• Performs minimally invasive procedures to reduce post-operative pain and scarring
• Practises at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital – a major private facility in Ankara
• Focuses on functional recovery to help patients return to normal activities

Associate Professor Serdar Toker is a highly credentialed specialist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the University of Colorado Denver Health Centre.

• Holds a European Diploma from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand
• Specialises in ankle arthroscopy – a keyhole technique that allows for faster recovery times
• Expert in Ilizarov applications for correcting complex bone deformities and misalignments
• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University where he trained other specialists

Dr Ugur Onur Kasman is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He focuses on restoring foot function and mobility through precise tendon and joint repairs.

• Specialises in arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery for reconstructive foot care
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Expert in tendon injuries and repairs to ensure proper toe alignment
• Trained at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

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. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a trauma specialist at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on functional recovery through precise orthopaedic techniques.

• Completed a trauma research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the United States
• Serves as an Instructor at Health Sciences University – training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council since 2016

Dr Mert Filibeli is a surgical specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who provides focused orthopaedic care for complex foot deformities.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology since residency
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council for clinical excellence
• Experienced in paediatric surgical cases at Dr Behcet Uz hospital
• Holds C2-level German language certification for international patient consultations

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 Burcin Kececi is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital who specialises in complex foot and ankle reconstructions.

• Performed specialised training in France focusing on minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Expert in diabetic foot surgery and managing chronic lower limb deformities
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS) for complex bone care
• Uses tendon transfers to restore function and improve patient mobility after surgery

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. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Professor Hilmi Elmacioglu is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who focuses on surgical correction of complex foot and ankle deformities.

• Specialises in surgical treatment of fractures and dislocations to restore mobility
• Manages hip and knee arthroplasty, involving joint replacement for severe wear
• Provides paediatric orthopaedic care for congenital foot and hip conditions
• Treats sports injuries with focus on rapid return to physical activity
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a major multi-specialty surgical centre

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.