Osteoarthritis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

The doctor is a highly qualified orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee and hip replacement surgery. With a strong academic foundation, the doctor earned a Doctor of Medicine with First Class Honors from Mahidol University in 2010.

The doctor holds a Diploma from the Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery, completed at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. Furthermore, the doctor has advanced clinical training through a fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery, focusing specifically on complex knee and hip procedures. This extensive training underscores a commitment to excellence in reconstructive orthopedic care.

Associate Professor Murat Aydin has performed over 900 successful orthopaedic procedures, specialising in joint replacement and reconstruction at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Treats osteoarthritis with hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery to restore pain-free movement
• Uses minimally invasive arthroscopy to diagnose and repair joint damage with smaller scars
• Conducts research into regenerative medicine to improve healing and patient recovery times
• Develops personalised rehabilitation strategies tailored to every patient's functional goals

Dr. Pongsathron Liengwattanakol, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his M.D. from Thammasat University (2007–2013). He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Thammasat University (2016–2021). He previously served as a general practitioner and orthopedic officer at Buddhasothorn Hospital. He also worked as an orthopedic surgeon at Asia International Hospital.

Accreditations include board certification in Longevity and Quality of Life Medicine and in Nutritional Wellness. He holds diplomas in Clinical Sexology and Sexual Medicine. He also holds a Sex Therapy certificate. He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Advanced training includes Recent Advances in Regenerative Medicine (2025). He trained in advanced hyaluronic acid injection. He has experience with mesotherapy, vitamin therapy, and PRP. He completed courses in multidisciplinary botulinum toxin use and regenerative cosmetic dermatology. He trained in FUE hair transplant and non‑invasive intimacy fillers (2024). He also studied pain and insomnia management.

Professor Bakmaz is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in joint preservation and trauma recovery.

• Performs knee and hip arthroscopy – keyhole surgery that reduces scarring and speeds up recovery times
• Expert in managing complex orthopaedic trauma and sports-related joint injuries
• Served as Chief Assistant Specialist at the prestigious Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to treat joint wear without major open surgery

Dr. Pongsathron Liengwattanakul is an orthopedic specialist at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He focuses on restoring mobility through both surgical and regenerative treatments. Dr. Liengwattanakul treats complex conditions including scoliosis, degenerative spine disease, and joint osteoarthritis. He works within a facility holding AACI and GHA international medical accreditations.

• Performs knee and hip replacements and therapeutic arthroscopy.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for joint and spine repair.
• Treats various sports injuries, meniscus tears, and bone fractures.
• Offers total knee replacement using the OMNI robotic system.

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr Selman Dogan has performed over 900 successful orthopedic procedures and is a highly-rated specialist for joint replacement surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in hip and knee arthroplasty to restore mobility in joints damaged by wear and tear
• Uses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to help heal damaged cartilage without invasive surgery
• Trained in orthopaedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching Hospital to manage complex bone and soft tissue cases
• Expert in sports traumatology including meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repairs

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Professor Gursel Saka is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon and a finalist for the prestigious Tubitak Technology Award for his work in clinical innovation.

• Specialises in arthroplasty – joint replacement surgery to restore mobility and eliminate pain
• Performs reconstruction for pelvis and acetabulum injuries using precise surgical techniques
• Expert in spine and trauma surgery at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
• Recognised for clinical excellence at major Turkish university training and research hospitals

Dr. Kenan Keklikci is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, joint prosthesis, and sports injuries. Dr. Keklikci completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis and severe osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.

• Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy.
• Performs robotic knee replacement and total hip replacement surgery.
• Expert in arthroscopic procedures for the ankle, hip, and knee.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Professor Hamzaoglu established Turkey's first dedicated spine surgery centre and leads the orthopaedics department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and Hokkaido University in Japan
• Specialises in spinal osteoarthritis and complex degenerative joint conditions
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to preserve mobility and reduce recovery times
• Former Head of Orthopaedics at Istanbul University medical faculty
• Founder of the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with deep residency training from the prestigious Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in knee and hip arthroscopy – keyhole surgery for joint repair that reduces scarring and speeds up recovery
• Manages complex joint wear through surgical and non-surgical orthopedic trauma protocols
• Expertise in sports-related joint injuries affecting mobility and alignment
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's most respected medical institutions