Injuries of bones and joints Doctors Abroad — Page 11

Aziz Cataltepe has completed over 1,100 successful procedures and serves as a lead specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises as an orthopaedic oncologist focusing on bone and joint tumours
• Handled a high volume of complex reconstructive cases for skeletal injuries
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, a top-tier Turkish institution
• Background includes senior roles at several major private surgical hospitals
• Combines oncological expertise with orthopaedic surgery for better limb preservation

Associate Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk is a high-volume orthopaedic surgeon specialising in complex joint reconstructions and minimally invasive arthroscopy at Risus Clinic Istanbul.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery on knees, shoulders, and ankles using tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in revision arthroplasty to fix or replace failing older joint implants
• Uses stem cell therapy for knees and arthritis to promote natural tissue healing
• Treats paediatric cases including spina bifida surgery and prosthetic fittings for children
• Expert in scoliosis management including published research on surgical blood loss safety

Professor Erdinc Genc specializes in sports medicine and joint repair, having completed fellowships at the American Hip Institute in Chicago and the UPENN Sports Medicine Center.

• Focuses on hip and joint injuries using techniques learned at Germany's Helios Endo Clinic
• Holds a specialized qualification in football medicine from Istanbul University
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Turkey
• Expertise includes managing complex orthopedic trauma and sports-related bone injuries

The doctor is a highly experienced orthopedic specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over two decades across multiple international healthcare systems. Having completed medical training at Hacettepe University and Dokuz Eylül University, the doctor has held significant clinical and academic positions, including roles at Al-Azhar University Faculty of Medicine and various state and private hospitals in Gaza and Turkey.

With a strong commitment to professional development, the doctor maintains active memberships with the Egyptian Orthopaedic Association, TOTBİD, and the Turkish Orthopedic Research Council (TOAK). The doctor's career is defined by a dedication to orthopedic research, surgical excellence, and comprehensive patient care within diverse clinical environments.