Osteoporosis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with a major focus on bone health and traumatic injuries.

• Treats complex fractures and bone density issues related to metabolic conditions
• Served as Chief Assistant at the renowned Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in arthroscopy – using tiny cameras to treat joint issues with minimal downtime
• Expertise includes managing musculoskeletal injuries and reinforcing bone strength
• Member of Turkey's leading orthopaedic and trauma research networks

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. Bestami Yalvac is an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Dr. Yalvac specializes in ozone therapy for fibromyalgia and sports injuries. He completed his residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats chronic conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatic pain, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Provides rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and nerve compression.
• Uses techniques such as dry needling, kinesiotaping, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 500,000 patients every year.

Dr Selman Dogan is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with specialised training in bone oncology and spinal surgery.

• Treats osteoporosis-related spinal fractures using minimally invasive stabilisation techniques
• Completed bone oncology training at Medeniyet University to manage complex bone density issues
• Uses PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy to support natural healing in weakened joints
• Graduate of the prestigious Cerrahpasa School of Medicine at Istanbul University

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.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.

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 centre and leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in spinal reconstruction for patients with severe bone density loss
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center – a world-leading facility for complex orthopaedics
• Refined advanced surgical techniques at Hokkaido University in Japan
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and former University Professor
• Uses minimally invasive methods to stabilise the spine and prevent fractures

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He leads the surgical management of bone health and fracture prevention.

• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma and fracture management for weakened bones
• Focuses on hip and knee arthroscopy – minimally invasive joint surgery with smaller incisions
• Provides surgical care for sports injuries and metabolic bone fragility
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – a premier medical institution

Professor Sami Sokucu is a highly credentialed specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with prestigious European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT) certification.

• Fellow of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Specialises in managing bone density loss and traumatic fractures
• Professor at Istanbul Aydın University specialising in bone health research
• Awarded by the Provincial Health Directorate for clinical commitment

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with deep expertise in managing bone health and complex fractures.

• Treats osteoporosis-related bone issues through specialised hip and knee joint care
• Manages bone tumours and soft tissue conditions affecting skeletal strength
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Focuses on pediatric orthopaedic surgery for early-onset bone density concerns
• Handles complex hand surgery and reconstructive procedures for fragile bones

Associate Professor Adil Turan is an orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya with high-level training from Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in managing bone fragility and fractures caused by osteoporosis
• Holds board certification from the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Serves as a clinical instructor training other orthopaedic specialists in Turkey
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Expert in trauma research and surgical stabilization of weakened bones

Dr Esref Terzi leads orthopaedic care at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, focusing on bone health and reconstructive procedures. He conducts specialist research into bone formation and the use of 3D-printed hyperelastic bone.

• Treats osteoporosis and osteoarthritis with a focus on musculoskeletal health
• Specialises in regenerative medicine using stem cell therapy for chronic back pain
• Trained in microsurgery for delicate reconstructive and bone repair procedures
• Uses robotic MAKOplasty for joint cases to ensure high-precision outcomes
• Completed surgical training across prestigious clinics in Denmark, Italy, and Spain

Professor Ahmad Dogan is the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals and a leading specialist in regenerative bone healing. He integrates modern biological therapies to help patients recover from complex skeletal conditions and fractures.

• Uses BMAC and SVF stem cell therapies to trigger natural bone and tissue repair
• Specialises in limb lengthening and Ilizarov surgery to correct significant bone deformities
• Fellowship trained in Austria under Professor Franz Grill at Orthopadisches Spital Speising
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society (EPOS) and Turkish Trauma Society
• Instructs other surgeons on ultrasound techniques for diagnosing hip and joint issues