Injuries of bones and joints Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser leads orthopaedic care at Private Koru Ankara Hospital, specialising in robotic-assisted joint replacements and complex trauma recovery.

• Performs robotic knee arthroplasty – uses computer guidance for more precise implant alignment and faster recovery
• Treats extremity traumas including complex bone fractures and muscle or tendon tears
• Specialises in orthopaedic oncology for the surgical removal of bone tumours
• Uses arthroscopy for sports injuries – a keyhole technique that reduces scarring and downtime
• Appointed as a Full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University in 2018

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

Dr Fahrettin Atalmış is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Egemed Hospital with a focus on trauma and restorative bone surgery.

• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on traumatology, treating acute fractures and complex joint injuries
• Practised as a specialist at major public and private centres like Koru Hospital
• Provides surgical solutions for degenerative joint disease and bone trauma

Dr Mehmet Taskoparan specialises in minimally invasive trauma surgery and percutaneous spinal repair for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs percutaneous spinal surgery using small punctures for faster patient recovery
• Uses shock wave therapy (ESWT) to treat heel spurs and tennis elbow without surgery
• Specialises in arthroscopic meniscus and ligament repair for sports-related injuries
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Arthroplasty Society
• Highly skilled in total hip and knee prostheses for rheumatic joint disorders

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a focus on robotic-assisted joint surgery and complex bone trauma.

• Member of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association, specialising in computer-guided joint replacements
• Highly trained in arthroscopy – using keyhole surgery for shoulder, knee, and ankle injuries to speed up recovery times
• Expert in managing complex fractures, including paediatric humerus and adult tibia injuries
• Completed advanced surgical training in Verona, Italy, specifically for shoulder joint reconstruction
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious spine surgery fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles.

• Specialises in spine surgery, hand and upper extremity injuries, and complex fractures of the pelvis and lower limbs
• Holds a Turkish Board certification in Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTEK)
• Expert in total knee arthroplasty, using techniques that improve post-operative muscle strength and recovery
• Experienced in treating orthopaedic oncology cases involving both benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumours

Associate Professor Mason Porramatikul is a specialist orthopaedic traumatologist practicing at the JCI-accredited Bumrungrad International Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex bone and joint injuries
• Holds a faculty position as Associate Professor of Orthopaedics
• Experienced in treating fractures and acute musculoskeletal trauma
• Focuses on restoring joint function after severe physical injury

Professor Kwangyeal Lee is a leading specialist at Nanoori Hospital, focusing on arthroscopic surgery for complex joint reconstructions and sports-related injuries.

• Specialises in arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery using tiny cameras for faster healing
• Performs total joint replacements for patients with severe bone and joint damage
• Member of the Asia-Pacific Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Knee Society
• Researched ultrasound techniques to improve diagnosis for tendon sheath issues
• Published clinical findings on operative treatments for complex scapula (shoulder blade) fractures

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who completed an elite fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University.

• Trained at Switzerland's Balgrist University in Zurich for complex upper limb joint repairs
• Completed an observership at the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA
• Specialises in treating acute bone fractures and chronic joint injuries
• Practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital using modern surgical techniques
• Focuses on restoring mobility through targeted shoulder and elbow interventions