Best Heel Spur Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr Pongsathorn Sitthisen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who trained at Mahidol University – one of Thailand's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in reconstructive surgery and microsurgery for complex bone and joint repairs
• Completed sub-specialty training in hand and upper extremity surgery at Chulalongkorn University
• Focuses on functional outcomes to help patients regain full mobility and movement
• Expert in managing both traumatic injuries and degenerative conditions in joints

Dr Kantaphong Thongrong is a board-certified physiatrist who leads the rehabilitation department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital. He specialises in using ultrasound-guided interventions and advanced laser therapy to manage chronic foot pain and musculoskeletal issues.

• Uses ultrasound-guided hydrodissection to release trapped nerves and treat stubborn heel pain
• Directs the PYONG Rehabilitation Group, focusing on non-invasive recovery solutions
• Presented clinical research at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia
• Instructor of Musculoskeletal System and Body Movement at KMITL Faculty of Medicine
• Master-trained in laser therapy for targeted, surgery-free pain relief

Dr. Murat Kezer is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in joint reconstruction, arthroplasty, and sports injuries. He has completed advanced training in MAKO Total and Partial Knee and Hip Replacement. Since 2002, he has attended more than 20 national and international congresses and courses.

Dr. Kezer is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association, International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, and Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. He is known for his skill in hip and knee arthroplasty. He has a strong record of successful surgeries and is dedicated to surgical innovation and patient care.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Dr. Pradab Pradasuk is an orthopedic surgeon with 24 years of experience at Navamin9 Hospital in Bangkok. He consults in English and Thai.

His practice focuses on arthroscopy and knee reconstruction. This includes ACL surgery, meniscectomy, arthroplasty, and joint replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, including rotator cuff tears. He manages ankle and foot conditions, including arthrodesis, joint replacement, Achilles tendon repair, and toe or foot reconstruction. He performs fracture surgery of the forearm, pelvis, and spine. Spine procedures include endoscopic discectomy, decompression, fusion with instrumentation, and spinal cord stimulation (SCS). He provides limb prosthetics and orthotics. He provides orthopedic rehabilitation, including Re-Step. Diagnostic support includes MRI, CT, and chest X-ray.

Dr. Fırat Oruç is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with 20 years of experience (since 2005). He has worked at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex since 2008. He previously worked at Private Lara Hospital (2005–2007) and completed his military service at GATA Istanbul (2007–2008).

Clinical focus includes knee, shoulder, and hip surgery; joint prostheses; soft tissue and bone tumors; pediatric orthopedics; and hand surgery. He earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine (1993–1999). He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at Akdeniz University (1999–2005).

Dr Mert Filibeli is a surgical specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with a background in complex orthopaedic and trauma care.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Specialises in surgical and non-surgical management of foot and ankle conditions
• Qualified through the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council for certified specialist care
• Fluent in English and German for clear communication with international patients
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital in musculoskeletal health

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Professor Feridun Cilli is an orthopaedic expert at Memorial Bodrum Hospital who completed a prestigious fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

• Specialises in sports medicine and musculoskeletal injuries affecting the foot and ankle
• Certified in microsurgery – uses high-precision techniques for delicate tissue repair
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Trained in sports medicine in the USA for advanced joint and soft tissue care

Professor Kececi is a highly skilled orthopaedic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital with international training in France for minimally invasive surgical techniques.

• Specialises in ankle surgery and diabetic foot management for complex mobility issues
• Completed specialised training in France focusing on limb salvage and sports injuries
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage for advanced bone care
• Recognised member of the European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society
• Expert in tendon transfers and trauma surgery for restored foot function