Hand surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 4

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.

Professor Kececi is a highly regarded specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on limb salvage and complex orthopaedic reconstruction.

• Specialises in tendon transfers to restore hand and arm function after injury
• Trained in France in minimally invasive techniques for faster patient recovery
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS)
• Former General Secretary of the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch
• Manages complex reconstruction cases including elbow and shoulder surgery

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 Erturer is a leading expert in hand and reconstructive microsurgery at Liv Hospital Ulus, specialising in delicate repairs of the hand and wrist.

• Member of the Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery Association
• Performs reconstructive microsurgery to repair tiny nerves and blood vessels in the hand
• Treats complex conditions like tennis elbow and golfer's elbow
• Active researcher with 26 international articles published on orthopaedic trauma and surgical outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

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 leads the Joint Centre at Na-Eun Hospital. He specialises in microsurgery for hand and foot conditions, offering high-precision care for delicate nerve and tendon repairs.

• Treats carpal tunnel syndrome and hand numbness using minimally invasive techniques
• Specialises in microsurgery, which uses high-powered microscopes for precise small-vessel repair
• Member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society, focusing on keyhole surgery for faster recovery
• Completed a specialist orthopaedic fellowship at the Catholic Central Medical Centre
• Manages complex hand trauma and fractures within a dedicated orthopaedic centre

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 Bekler is a highly skilled microsurgeon who completed specialized hand surgery training at the prestigious Columbia University School of Medicine.

• Trained in microsurgery at the Cleveland Medical Center – focusing on delicate nerve and vessel repairs
• Former Head of Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery at the American Hospital
• Specialises in orthopaedic microsurgery to restore hand function and sensation
• Trained numerous specialists as the Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital

Associate Professor Yunus Imren is a Yale-trained orthopaedic specialist who leads complex hand and upper extremity cases at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Completed a specialised Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at Maltepe University
• Served as an Orthopaedic Trauma Research Assistant at Yale University in the United States
• Specialises in arthroscopy – using tiny cameras and instruments for precise joint repairs
• Manages traumatic injuries including complex fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue damage
• Experienced in microsurgery for delicate nerve and tendon repairs in the hand

Dr. Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is an orthopedist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He completed a prestigious spine surgery fellowship at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. Dr. Gokcen focuses on spine surgery, prosthetic procedures, trauma, and sports medicine. He previously served as an academic lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in knee arthroscopy and ankle joint replacement.
• Treats bone fractures, meniscus tears, and shoulder dislocations.
• Performs complex reconstructions of foot joints and tendons.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital with Centers of Excellence in surgery.

Dr. Seongcheol Moon serves as the Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery, including joint replacement and arthroscopic repair. Dr. Moon is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). He works at a hospital recognized by the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare.

• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
• Published over 10 peer-reviewed papers in journals like the American Journal of Sports Medicine.
• Specializes in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty for complex cuff tear cases.
• Sits on the editorial committee for the Korean Shoulder & Elbow Association.

Dr. Kwangyeal Lee is an orthopedic surgeon at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in arthroscopic and total replacement surgeries for the knee and shoulder. Dr. Lee is the current President of Gangnam Nanoori Hospital. He treats a wide range of sports injuries and degenerative joint conditions.

• Holds personal certifications from the Korean Knee Society and the Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association.
• Performs specialized procedures including MAKOplasty and stem cell therapy for arthritis.
• Heads external cooperation for the Korea Regional Hospital Association.
• Works at Nanoori Hospital, a spine and joint facility certified by the Korean Ministry of Health.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly credentialed orthopaedic specialist who completed a dedicated clinical fellowship in hand surgery at Ankara University's Ibn-i Sina Hospital.

• Specialises in scaphoid non-union repair using vascularised bone grafts to restore blood flow and healing to the wrist
• Expert in managing median nerve schwannomas and carpal tunnel syndrome caused by rare space-occupying lesions
• Performs complex tendon repairs, including management of spontaneous and traumatic ruptures in the hand and wrist
• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology for meeting rigorous surgical standards