Injuries of bones and joints Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr Naputt Virasathienpornkul graduated with first-class honours from Mahidol University and leads orthopaedic care at EDNA Wellness.

• Specialises in sports medicine and treating complex bone and joint injuries
• Completed clinical fellowship training at the prestigious Institute of Orthopedics
• Researches post-surgical rehabilitation to improve recovery for fragility hip fractures
• Expert in treating irreducible fracture dislocations and nerve-related joint trauma
• Contributing member to advancements in Thai musculoskeletal clinical practice

Dr Mert Filibeli is a dual-language specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology currently treating patients at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Specialised in paediatric orthopaedics and emergency surgery for bone and joint injuries
• Completed advanced residency at the University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics Education Council and the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Fluent in German and English, facilitating clear communication for international patients
• Formerly served as a surgeon at major teaching and research hospitals across Turkey

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 Ugur Onur Kasman leads orthopaedic care at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, specialising in joint repair and complex trauma surgery.

• Performs arthroscopic joint surgery – uses tiny incisions and cameras for faster healing and less scarring
• Expert in arthroplasty, the surgical reconstruction or replacement of damaged joints to restore mobility
• Specialises in tendon repairs and treating sports-related bone and joint injuries
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Focuses on paediatric orthopaedics and limb lengthening procedures for children

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. 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.

Dr. Att Kosonsuraseni is an orthopedic surgeon. His subspecialty is orthopedic trauma.

He earned his Doctor of Medicine at Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (2008–2014). He completed a Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery at Phramongkutklao Hospital (2016–2019). He finished a Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital (2022–2023).

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

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.

Dr Thanit Tundamrongpong is a board-certified rehabilitation specialist who uses robotic technology and exoskeleton gait training to help patients recover from bone and joint injuries.

• Specialises in functional recovery after major surgery or orthopaedic trauma
• Uses ultrasound-guided interventions to treat musculoskeletal pain with pinpoint accuracy
• Expert in hydrodissection, a technique using fluid to relieve trapped nerves without surgery
• Trained at Chulalongkorn University, one of Thailand's most prestigious medical institutions
• Member of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine

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.