Best Frozen Shoulder (Shoulder Stiffness) Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr. Chollawat Thongthaisin is the lead doctor at Vega Wellness and Bioprime Sindhorn Clinic. He specializes in regenerative medicine, anti-aging therapies, and stem cell research. Dr. Thongthaisin is certified by the American Board of Regenerative Medicine. He leads clinical consultations at Vega Clinic in Bangkok.

• Provides stem cell therapies for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis.
• Performs aesthetic procedures including PRP hair loss treatments and exosome therapy.
• Treats orthopedic conditions such as osteoarthritis and meniscus tears.
• Uses intravenous vitamin C, NAD+ therapy, and mesenchymal stem cell treatments.

Dr Pongsathorn Sitthisen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specialising in upper extremity surgery at Menness Wellness Clinic.

• Trained in microsurgery at Chulalongkorn University for precise nerve and tendon repair
• Manages degenerative shoulder and arm conditions to restore full joint function
• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the prestigious Ramathibodi Hospital
• Focuses on functional outcomes to help patients return to daily activities faster
• Expert in reconstructive techniques for complex upper limb injuries

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Apisit Rattanatanasarn is an orthopedic surgeon at EDNA Wellness in Bangkok. He specializes in foot and ankle disorders and regenerative medicine. He completed his fellowship training at Mahidol University, a top academic medical center in Thailand. Dr. Rattanatanasarn treats degenerative diseases, sports injuries, and post-traumatic bone conditions.

• Member of the Thailand Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (THOFAS).
• Offers both surgical reconstruction and regenerative therapies like stem cell treatments.
• Treats complex conditions including ankle osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and ACL injuries.
• Works at an ISO 9001:2015 certified center with high success rates for orthopedic therapies.

Dr. Murat Kezer is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement using the MAKO system. Dr. Kezer treats complex conditions, including ligament tears, bone fractures, and joint deformities.

• Completed specialized surgical training for MAKO total and partial joint reconstruction.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery and revision procedures for the knee and hip.
• Provides stem cell and PRP therapy for non-surgical arthritis management.
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.

Associate Professor Kantaphong Thongrong is the Head of Rehabilitation at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital, specialising in ultrasound-guided treatments for shoulder stiffness.

• Treats frozen shoulder using hydrodissection – an ultrasound-guided technique that uses fluid to gently release internal scarring
• Lead Instructor of the Musculoskeletal System at the Faculty of Medicine, KMITL
• Utilises advanced laser therapy and radio-frequency techniques to manage chronic joint pain
• Presented clinical research on rehabilitation outcomes at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia

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.

Dr Pongtep Na Nakorn specialises in shoulder and knee arthroscopic surgery at KDMS Hospital – Thailand's first dedicated musculoskeletal centre.

• Treats frozen shoulder using arthroscopic techniques – tiny cameras and small incisions for less tissue damage
• Uses minimally invasive surgery to help patients regain range of motion with reduced post-op pain
• Fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine at Thammasat University
• Member of the Faculty of Medicine at the esteemed Mahidol University

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.

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, where he focuses on surgical and non-surgical shoulder recovery.

• Specialises in shoulder surgeries for stiffness and mobility restoration
• Performs arthroscopic procedures using tiny incisions for faster healing
• Expertise in hand and paediatric orthopaedic surgery for complex bone cases
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Practises at a major hospital complex providing multidisciplinary rehabilitation support

Professor Kesmezacar is a North American-trained orthopaedic surgeon who completed highly sought-after fellowships at Cornell University and the University of Western Ontario.

• Specialises in shoulder and elbow surgery for patients with chronic stiffness and pain
• Leads complex cases involving shoulder instability and rotator cuff pathology
• Expert in reverse shoulder prosthesis – used for severe joint damage and tumours
• Published extensive research on subacromial impingement and joint injection therapies
• Former Head of Department at Bilim University Medical Faculty

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Dr. Naputt Virasathienpornkul is an orthopedic surgeon at EDNA Wellness in Bangkok. He graduated with first-class honors from Mahidol University’s Siriraj Hospital. Dr. Naputt specializes in sports medicine and regenerative orthopedic care. He has performed over 250 surgical procedures. He treats conditions like ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and knee osteoarthritis.

• Completed a specialized Sports Medicine Orthopedic Fellowship at Lerdsin Hospital.
• Published research on hip fracture recovery and elbow dislocations in JSEA Orthopedics.
• Uses stem cell therapy and PRP to treat chronic joint pain and sports injuries.
• Works at an ISO-certified center partnering with national stem cell laboratories.

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.