Injuries of bones and joints Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Abdullah Eren is a pioneer in paediatric orthopaedics who developed a new surgical technique for hip dysplasia that eliminates the need for internal pins.

• Specialises in limb lengthening using Ilizarov techniques to correct bone deformities and length discrepancies
• Founding member of the Turkish Ilizarov Applications and Research Centre (ASAMI)
• Expert in paediatric trauma and reconstructive surgery for complex joint injuries
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Professor Senol Akman is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who has authored over 15 major studies on complex bone and joint injuries.

• Specialises in unstable femoral fractures using internal fixation to stabilise the hip and thigh bone
• Expert in surgical repair of elbow ankylosis and post-traumatic stiffness to restore joint movement
• Performs Bankart reconstructions using suture anchors to treat recurring shoulder dislocations
• Researched bioabsorbable screws in ligament surgery for more natural healing outcomes
• Manages complex ankle fractures and syndesmotic injuries using targeted surgical techniques

Professor Arslanohlu is a bone and joint specialist who trained at the Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital - a premier centre for orthopaedic excellence.

• Specialises in meniscus tears and knee ligament repair to restore joint stability
• Performs hip and knee replacements using prosthesis to treat severe calcification
• Expert in managing recurrent shoulder dislocations and chronic shoulder instability
• Treats carpal tunnel syndrome using techniques to relieve pressure on the median nerve

Professor Murat Demiroglu is a specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a deep academic focus on bone health and joint degeneration.

• Published research on how subchondral bone influences the progression of joint diseases
• Focuses on the structural changes within joints to improve long-term treatment outcomes
• Contributes to the Open Journal of Orthopedics on complex bone health topics
• Practices at a hospital renowned for its specialised orthopaedic department

Dr Firat Fidan is a board-certified specialist who focuses on complex trauma and post-trauma deformities at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Specialises in AO Trauma Master techniques for upper extremity bone and joint injuries
• Performs arthroscopic surgery for ACL and shoulder repairs using minimally invasive methods
• Expert in limb lengthening and corrective surgery for severe bone deformities
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council (TOTBİD)
• Treats paediatric orthopaedic conditions and bone tumours with specialised surgical protocols