Injuries of bones and joints Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr. Thawat Prasitathikun, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon. He diagnoses and treats musculoskeletal disorders.

He earned his M.D. from the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Thailand. He is a Diplomate of the Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

His expertise includes bone and joint conditions, fractures, sports injuries, degenerative joint disease, and trauma. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered orthopaedic care.

Professor Burcin Kececi is a specialist in orthopaedic oncology and limb salvage who treats complex bone and joint injuries at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained in minimally invasive hip surgery at the Centre Orthopedique in France
• Performs limb salvage surgery to preserve function after severe fractures or tumours
• Specialises in pediatric orthopaedics for children with joint issues
• Expert in tendon transfers and reconstructive surgery for hand and shoulder injuries
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS)

Dr Hasan Kalkan specializes in surgical repair for complex joint injuries at Büyük Anadolu Hospital – a major centre for orthopaedic trauma.

• Performs arthroscopic debridement and microfracture surgery to repair damaged joint cartilage
• Specialises in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction using minimally invasive techniques
• Conducts total joint replacements for damaged hip, knee, and shoulder joints
• Trained at the Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Expert in trauma surgery for acute bone fractures and soft tissue injuries

Dr Omer Bozduman is a specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex spinal repairs and joint reconstruction for patients with severe bone and joint damage.

• Specialises in scoliosis treatment to correct spinal curvature and improve posture
• Manages spinal canal stenosis using techniques to relieve pressure on the spinal cord
• Performs knee and hip prosthesis surgery for patients with advanced joint degeneration
• Treats chronic heel spurs and complex foot and ankle injuries
• Expertise in managing persistent coccyx pain and structural spine slips

Professor Goksel Gultekin Sahiner specialises in both adult and paediatric trauma surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He focuses on restoring mobility after severe bone and joint injuries.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Expert in joint replacements including knee, hip, and shoulder prosthetics
• Specialises in deformity and lengthening surgery to correct bone alignment
• Treats sports-related injuries using minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Manages complex fractures and musculoskeletal trauma for all age groups

Professor Hilmi Elmacioglu specializes in complex surgical repair for fractures and sports-related joint injuries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs hip and knee arthroplasty – replacing damaged joints to restore painless movement
• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedics, including treating congenital hip dislocations in children
• Uses surgical techniques for fractures and dislocations to ensure proper bone alignment
• Treats acute sports injuries to get patients back to physical activity faster

Dr Gerald Raphael Tur is a Doctor of Osteopathy and the official Phuket representative for the Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada.

• Treats joint injuries using Gonstead Chiropractic techniques and knee chest table adjustments
• Member of the International Osteopathic Association and the Swiss Medical Register
• Certified in Chinese pharmacology and nutrition for holistic recovery support
• Registered with the Association of Swiss Health Insurances for recognised quality care
• Trained at the National University of Medical Sciences in osteopathic science

Professor Bulent Erol is a highly decorated orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious clinical fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedics and bone tumour surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Won multiple Akif Sakir Sakar Scientific Awards for excellence in clinical and experimental orthopaedic studies
• Gained specialist oncology experience at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the United Kingdom
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Former Professor at Marmara University where he trained the next generation of orthopaedic specialists

Dr. Alireza Soltanzadeh is an anesthesiology and reanimation specialist at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul. He has performed anesthesia and critical care procedures since 1998. He holds a specific fellowship in cardiac anesthesia from Istanbul’s Çapa Medical Faculty. Dr. Soltanzadeh also trained in pain management (algology) at the Siyami Ersek Cardiovascular Center.

• Specializes in cardiac anesthesia, ozonotherapy, and chronic pain management.
• Served as Chief Physician at a state hospital for five years.
• Fluent in seven languages, including English, German, Arabic, and Farsi.
• Practices at Estexper Clinic, an ISO-certified and ISAPS-certified facility.