Osteoarthritis Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Pradab Pradasuk is an orthopedic surgeon at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in arthroscopy, knee reconstruction, and complex spine surgery. Dr. Pradasuk performs endoscopic discectomy and spinal fusion with instrumentation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 30,000 patients annually.

• Performs ACL surgery, meniscectomy, and total knee arthroplastic.
• Treats shoulder rotator cuff tears and performs ankle joint replacements.
• Manages fractures of the pelvis, spine, and forearm.
• Provides specialized rehabilitation using the Re-Step system.

Professor Yusuf Pirincci is a leading hip and knee replacement specialist at Atlas University Hospital with deep expertise in managing joint degeneration. He focuses on restoring mobility through precise prosthetic surgery and biological treatments.

• Specialises in knee, hip, and shoulder prosthesis to treat end-stage osteoarthritis
• Uses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to manage tendinopathy and early joint wear
• Expert in complex acetabular revisions for patients with significant bone loss
• Researched femur dimensions to improve fit and longevity of hip implants
• Member of the faculty at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa orthopaedics department

Dr Ugur Onur Kasman specialises in arthroplasty at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital – a major healthcare facility in Istanbul.

• Performs arthroplasty for joint replacement surgery to restore mobility in hips and knees
• Specialises in arthroscopic joint surgery – a minimally invasive technique using tiny incisions for quicker recovery
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Trained at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training Hospital
• Expertise includes managing complex tendon repairs and sporting injuries

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a top-tier specialist in joint reconstruction, having trained at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Performs robotic-assisted hip and knee arthroplasty for high-precision implant positioning
• Specialises in joint-preserving surgery to delay or avoid the need for full replacements
• Expert in managing prosthetic joint infections and complex revision surgeries
• Maintains an active academic role as Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)

Associate Professor Serdar Toker is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Colorado University Denver Health Centre.

• Holds a European Diploma in Hand Surgery from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand
• Specialises in arthroscopy – uses small cameras and tools to treat joint damage with less scarring
• Expert in Ilizarov applications – a specialised technique for complex bone reconstruction and limb alignment
• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University where he trained other specialists

Dr Yusuf Yahsi is a specialist surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with deep expertise in arthroplasty for joint restoration.

• Specialises in arthroplasty to replace or restore diseased joints for better mobility
• Uses hand surgery techniques for osteoarthritis affecting the fingers and wrists
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to create non-surgical and surgical management plans

Dr Firat Oruc is an orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, focusing on joint replacement and reconstruction for chronic pain.

• Specialises in knee and hip joint surgery to restore mobility and function
• Performs prosthesis surgery using implants to replace joints damaged by wear and tear
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Extensive experience in managing complex cases, including bone and soft tissue tumours
• Skilled in hand and paediatric orthopaedic surgery for corrective joint procedures

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a knee and joint specialist who conducted intensive trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in arthroscopy – uses tiny cameras and small incisions for faster joint recovery
• Focuses on knee surgery and managing complex sports injuries
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Holds a Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council certificate
• Serves as a clinical instructor training future orthopaedic specialists

Dr. Kim Joo Young is an orthopedic surgeon at Samsung Balance Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in regenerative treatments and joint reconstruction. Dr. Kim served as the director of orthopedic surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He treats complex conditions like knee osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and frozen shoulder.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and osteoarthritis.
• Expert in knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction.
• Former professor at the Catholic University of Korea.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association.

Doctor Naputt graduated with first-class honours from Mahidol University and specialises in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine at EDNA Wellness.

• Completed clinical fellowship training at the Institute of Orthopedics within Lerdsin Hospital
• Specialises in post-operative rehabilitation to help patients regain mobility after joint procedures
• Expert in musculoskeletal health and managing sarcopenia, which is age-related muscle loss
• Publishes research on functional independence and recovery following fragility hip fractures
• Experienced in treating complex joint dislocations and nerve-related orthopaedic injuries

Dr Mert Filibeli is a surgical specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with deep expertise in joint reconstruction and trauma care.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council
• Completed specialist residency at the University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital
• Former surgeon at major teaching and research hospitals in İzmir
• Fluent in English and German for clear communication with international patients

Professor Burcin Kececi specialises in bone health and joint restoration at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with high-level training from elite orthopaedic centres in France.

• Specialises in minimally invasive hip surgery – smaller incisions mean less muscle damage and faster recovery times
• Performs knee and hip prosthesis replacements for patients with severe joint degeneration
• Trained in sports injuries and joint restoration at Hospices Civil de Lyon
• International member of SICOT, the global society for orthopaedic surgery and traumatology
• Former general secretary for the Turkish Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch