Best Habitual dislocation of the shoulder Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,000 surgeries at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a leading centre for complex orthopaedic care.

• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder surgery – uses closed, minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Handles shoulder stabilisation for recurrent instability and dislocations
• Experienced in shoulder replacement for cases involving joint wear
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's oldest medical faculties
• Manages trauma-related shoulder injuries using modern surgical protocols

Dr Burak Tuna is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, where he focuses on joint instability and reconstruction.

• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder surgery – uses tiny incisions and a camera for less pain and faster recovery
• Expert in treating habitual shoulder dislocations and chronic joint instability
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic and Traumatology Association
• Uses minimally invasive surgical techniques to repair damaged ligaments and stabilise the shoulder joint
• Regularly publishes research on innovative surgical techniques and patient outcomes in orthopaedics

Dr Erman Cekic is a leading orthopaedic surgeon at OrtoCare Clinic who has performed over 10,000 joint replacement and reconstruction procedures throughout his career.

• Specialises in shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique using tiny cameras and instruments for faster recovery and less scarring
• Completed advanced training in shoulder arthroscopy and joint surgery at Dokuz Eylül University
• Expertise in sports medicine, managing complex instability cases for both professional and amateur athletes
• Integrates stem cell therapy and electromagnetic treatments to support post-operative healing and tissue repair
• Regularly presents research on fracture healing and joint outcomes at international orthopaedic congresses

Professor Sami Sokucu is a board-certified orthopaedic specialist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital who has pioneered effective techniques for managing recurring shoulder instability.

• Developed the 'Flexion-adduction-external rotation' method to safely relocate dislocated shoulders
• Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT)
• Specialises in minimally invasive bridging techniques for complex bone fractures
• Faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University specialising in orthopaedic traumatology
• Extensively published in international journals on joint deformity and limb correction

Education

• (1998-2004), Bachelor's Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• (2005-2010), Doctorate / Specialization in Medicine Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Experience

• 2005-2011, Assistant Doctor Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2011-2013, Specialist Doctor Kahramanmaraş Women's and Children's Hospital, Kahramanmaraş Necip Fazıl City Hospital (mandatory service)
• 2013-2022, Specialist Doctor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2022, Associate Professor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology

Dr Erdinc Genc has international training from the American Hip Institute and UPENN Sports Medicine Center – leading institutions for joint and sports injury recovery.

• Specialises in sports medicine and orthopaedic trauma for complex shoulder instability
• Trained at Hamburg's Helios Endo Clinic – a world-renowned centre for joint replacement
• Holds a master's degree in Football Medicine from Istanbul University
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital using minimally invasive techniques
• Focuses on restoring joint function for high-performance athletes

Prof. Dr. Akif Albayrak is an orthopedic and spine surgeon in Istanbul. He practices at Central Hospital and leads the clinical and surgical spine services.

He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders. His expertise includes scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma and reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery. He treats both adults and children.

His training includes advanced clinical work in Turkey and abroad. He completed an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He progressed from Associate Professor to Professor and publishes regularly in international orthopedic journals.

Dr Selman Dogan is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who focus on complex shoulder reconstruction and sports traumatology.

• Treats recurring shoulder instability using ligament and tendon repair techniques
• Specialises in sports surgery including meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament injuries
• Completed specialist orthopaedic oncology training at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Manages trauma surgery for both upper and lower extremity injuries
• University-trained at the prestigious Cerrahpasa School of Medicine in Istanbul

Dr. Gursel Saka is an orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty. Dr. Saka was a finalist for the Tubitak XI Technology Awards in 2014. He has performed numerous operations for complex bone and joint conditions.

• Expertise in pelvis-acetabulum surgery and pediatric orthopedics.
• Treats scoliosis, spinal fractures, and herniated discs.
• Performs MAKOplasty robotic joint replacement for knees and hips.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000+ patients annually.

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.

Professor Hamzaoglu established Turkey's first dedicated spine and orthopaedic centre after honing his surgical skills at the Minnesota Spine Center in the United States.

• Specialises in complex joint reconstruction and orthopaedic trauma surgery
• Professor at Istanbul University – a premier institution for medical training
• Completed fellowships at Japan's Hokkaido University to refine precision surgical techniques
• Founded the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center for specialist orthopaedic care
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and leader in musculoskeletal health

Education and Residency

2001 to 2007: Medical Education, Meram School of Medicine, Selçuk University

2009 to 2014: Residency Education, School of Medicine, Atatürk University

Experience

2009 to 2014: Residency, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, School of Medicine, Atatürk University

2015 to 2016: Conscription, Kozluk State Hospital, Batman

2016: Orthopedic Oncology, Experience Trainings, Ibn-I Sina Hospital, Ankara University

2017: Orthopedic Oncology, Experience Trainings, Acıbadem Medical School

2021: Orthopedic Oncology Training, Acıbadem Medical School

Professional Memberships

-Association of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors

-Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

-Foot and Ankle Surgery Department

-Association of Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods Development

-Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

Professor Yusuf Pirincci specialises in sports surgery and complex joint restoration at Atlas University Hospital. He focuses on shoulder stability through specialised slap repairs and prosthesis procedures.

• Performs shoulder slap repair to fix labrum tears and restore joint stability
• Expert in sports surgery for ligament tears and chronic joint instability
• Published researcher in platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for tendon healing
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Manages complex bone deficiencies using specialised surgical rings and cages

Professor Senol Akman is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who specialises in complex shoulder reconstruction and stabilisation.

• Developed a modified Bankart reconstruction technique using suture anchors for anatomical shoulder repair
• Published research on treating humeral head fractures and shoulder dislocations in the journal Injury
• Expert in arthroscopic and open shoulder surgery to prevent recurring instability and dislocations
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic Association and published in prestigious international journals like Arthroscopy

• 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 Kesmezacar is a highly credentialed orthopaedic specialist who completed a prestigious visiting fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Specialises in shoulder instability and managing habitual shoulder dislocations
• Trained at the University of Western Ontario in Canada for shoulder and elbow surgery
• Serves as a Professor at Bilim University Medical Faculty, training the next generation of surgeons
• Expert in arthroscopic techniques and shoulder trauma at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published extensive research on shoulder anatomy and long-term functional recovery outcomes

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in joint-preserving surgery and sports-related trauma.

• Trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York – the world's top-ranked hospital for orthopaedics
• Uses minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery to repair joint damage with smaller incisions and faster recovery times
• Expert in arthroscopy, using keyhole surgery to treat shoulder instability and cartilage damage
• Published over 70 peer-reviewed articles in major international journals like the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery

Professor Hasan Kalkan is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospital specialising in minimally invasive joint repair and reconstruction.

• Uses arthroscopic techniques to stabilise shoulder joints through tiny incisions for quicker recovery
• Expert in shoulder replacement surgery for cases involving joint degradation or severe injury
• Trained at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's oldest medical schools
• Manages complex trauma cases and soft tissue repairs to restore full range of motion

Dr Goksel Gultekin Sahiner performs keyhole shoulder surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals to stabilising joints prone to repeat dislocations.

• Specialises in shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique using tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Performs shoulder prosthesis surgery for cases involving joint degradation or severe instability
• Manages both adult and paediatric trauma surgery involving complex joint injuries
• Focuses on sports surgery to help active patients return to peak performance safely