Rotator cuff tear Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Doctor Naputt Virasathienpornkul graduated with first-class honours from Mahidol University and completed a clinical fellowship in Sports Medicine Orthopaedics at Bangkok's renowned Lerdsin Hospital.

• Specialises in sports medicine and orthopaedic surgery for complex musculoskeletal injuries
• Researches post-operative rehabilitation to help patients regain mobility faster after joint repair
• Published clinical research on nerve palsy and functional independence in the JSEA Orthopaedics journal
• Appointed as a mentor for medical residents at the Institute of Orthopaedics

Dr Mert Filibeli is a highly skilled orthopaedic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital with academic foundations in trauma and reconstructive surgery.

• Specialises in arthroscopic repair – a minimally invasive technique for rotator cuff tears using tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Board-certified specialist via the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council
• Completed residency at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital – a major surgical centre
• Fluent in English and German for clear communication with international patients

Professor Hayrettin Kesmezacar is a highly credentialed shoulder specialist who completed a prestigious visiting fellowship at the University of Western Ontario in Canada.

• Specialises in anatomical and functional restoration of complex rotator cuff tears
• Published extensive research on the relationship between ligament morphology and cuff pathology
• Expertise in reverse shoulder prosthesis for severe joint reconstructions
• Former Professor at Bilim University Medical Faculty, training the next generation of surgeons
• Fellowship-trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, a global leader in orthopaedics

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with a dedicated focus on shoulder and knee reconstructive surgeries.

• Specialises in shoulder surgeries for rotator cuff repair and joint stability
• Performs orthopaedic trauma surgery for complex bone and soft tissue injuries
• Treats paediatric orthopaedic cases involving bone and joint development
• Manages bone and soft tissue tumours with surgical excision techniques
• Provides comprehensive care for hip joint issues and prosthesis fittings

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Dr. Feridun Cilli is an orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Cilli specializes in knee and shoulder surgery and orthopaedic trauma care. He holds a Microsurgery Certificate from the GATA Microsurgery Training Center.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like rotator cuff tears, ACL injuries, and meniscus tears.
• Served as Chief Medical Officer of the Military Infirmary for the 125th Regiment.
• Works at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, a facility with 26 specialized medical departments.

Professor Burcin Kececi is a specialist in shoulder surgery and sports injuries at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He completed specific training in hip and knee trauma at major orthopaedic centres in France.

• Specialises in arthroscopy – a minimally invasive keyhole technique for shoulder repairs
• Performs tendon transfers for complex or chronic rotator cuff issues
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Trained in limb salvage at the International Society of Limb Salvage

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.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.