Best Meniscus Tear Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Dr Yusuf Bayram has performed over 1,100 successful orthopaedic procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a leading JCI-accredited facility.

• Specialises in arthroscopic knee surgery – a closed technique using tiny incisions for less pain and faster recovery
• Expert in managing meniscus tears and complex knee trauma requiring surgical intervention
• Trained at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital – one of largest orthopaedic centres in Istanbul
• Graduated from Marmara University – a top-tier medical institution recognised for clinical excellence

Professor Gemalmaz is a pioneer in meniscus repair, having performed over 1,100 orthopaedic treatments and introduced various first-of-their-kind surgeries to Turkey.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery, using keyhole techniques for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Focuses on sports injuries and joint reconstruction at his private clinic in Istanbul
• Serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine
• Uses 3D planning to create patient-specific surgical guides for complex cases
• Balances surgical and non-surgical care to ensure the most reliable functional outcomes

Dr Burak Tuna specialises in arthroscopic surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital – a technique using tiny cameras to repair joint damage through small incisions.

• Treats meniscus tears using minimally invasive methods for faster recovery and less post-op pain
• Focuses on ligament reconstruction and joint instability at a high-volume trauma centre
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Contributes to clinical research on innovative surgical techniques to improve patient outcomes
• Expert in managing complex sports injuries including ACL and ankle repairs

Dr Erman Cekic has treated 10,000+ patients for knee and hip joint concerns and leads the specialist OrtoCare Orthopedic Clinic.

• Specialises in joint arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique for meniscus repair that uses smaller incisions for faster recovery
• Expert in biological therapies including stem cell treatment to aid cartilage regeneration without major surgery
• Completed master-level knee arthroscopy training at the prestigious Acibadem University
• Focuses on sports medicine and postoperative rehabilitation to help patients return to full activity quickly

Associate Professor Sami Sokucu is a European Board-certified orthopaedic specialist who focuses on restoring join function through minimally invasive techniques.

• Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT)
• Specialises in arthroscopy – uses small cameras and tiny incisions to repair meniscus tears for faster recovery
• Faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University – teaches the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons
• Published extensive research on knee deformity correction and joint preservation
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

Associate Professor Murat Aydin prioritises joint preservation at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, using minimally invasive surgery to treat complex knee injuries.

• Specialises in arthroscopic meniscus repair – uses tiny cameras and tools to fix tears with minimal scarring.
• Focuses on sports-related cartilage damage and ligament ruptures to help patients return to activity sooner.
• Serves as an Associate Professor – a senior academic rank held by experts who teach and research new surgical methods.
• Uses personalised rehabilitation strategies to speed up recovery and restore full knee function.

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 Eyup Bakmaz is a key specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he leads surgical interventions for complex knee and hip sports injuries.

• Specialises in knee arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique using tiny cameras for faster meniscus recovery
• Focuses on orthopedic trauma cases involving severe joint and ligament damage
• Trained at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Served as Chief Assistant Specialist Doctor at one of Turkey's premier medical faculties

Dr Erdinc Genc holds a specialised diploma in Football Medicine from Istanbul University – his expertise focuses on high-level sports injury recovery.

• Trained at the American Hip Institute in Chicago – a global leader in joint preservation
• Specialises in arthroscopic meniscus repair – uses tiny cameras for less scarring and quicker healing
• Completed sports medicine training at the UPENN Sports Medicine Centre in Philadelphia
• Expertise in joint bio-mechanics gained at the Helios Endo Clinic in Hamburg

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 has performed over 1,100 orthopaedic procedures and leads the sports traumatology service at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in meniscus repair and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction
• Focuses on knee sports surgery including ligament and cartilage repair
• Completed specialist training at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching and Research Hospital
• Studied orthopaedic oncology at Medeniyet University's Goztepe Hospital
• Expertise in joint arthroplasty for both hip and knee replacements

Professor Gursel Saka is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a record of successful surgical outcomes.

• Specialises in arthroplasty, focusing on joint reconstruction and repair through minimally invasive techniques
• Named a finalist at the Tubitak XI Technology Awards for medical innovation
• Completed specialist training at the University of Health Sciences Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital
• Expert in trauma surgery, managing complex bone and joint injuries that require urgent reconstruction

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 is a pioneer in orthopaedics who established Turkey's first dedicated spine and bone surgery centre. He leads the orthopaedics department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialised in orthopaedics and traumatology at the prestigious Istanbul University
• Completed a clinical fellowship at the Minnesota Spine Center in the United States
• Undertook specialist surgical training at Hokkaido University in Japan
• Former Head of Department at Istanbul University’s medical school
• Founder of the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center

Professor Sokucu is a highly regarded orthopaedic specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has successfully performed over 1,100 surgical procedures.

• Recognised member of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT)
• Specialises in knee arthroplasty to restore joint function and mobility
• Active member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Teaches the next generation of surgeons at Istanbul Aydın University
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital who is currently completing a PhD in clinical anatomy. This deep focus on anatomy ensures high precision during surgical repairs of the knee joint.

• Maintains membership with the International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT).
• Trained in orthopaedics and traumatology at the Istanbul Ministry of Health teaching hospital.
• Board member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, focusing on joint health.
• Board certified by the Turkish Educational Council of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.

Professor Serdar Karaman is an orthopaedic specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has published research on microfracture techniques for regenerating knee joint cartilage.

• Specialises in arthroscopic knee surgery – a minimally invasive approach using tiny incisions for faster recovery and less pain
• Expertise in sports surgery and managing complex cartilage injuries within the knee joint
• Published clinical results on joint reconstruction and ligament repair in reputable international journals
• Experienced in paediatric orthopaedics, managing bone and joint issues in children and infants

Professor Ahmad Dogan is a senior orthopaedic surgeon specializing in complex joint repairs and regenerative therapies at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Performs meniscus repair using stem cell applications including BMAC and PRP to support faster natural healing
• Expert in arthroplasty and prosthesis surgery for patients with advanced joint degeneration
• Specialises in limb deformity correction and Ilizarov surgery for complex skeletal reconstruction
• Maintains international standing as a member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society
• Completed a specialist fellowship at the Orthopadisches Spital Speising in Vienna, Austria

Dr Safak Sayar is a dedicated orthopaedic specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, focusing on restorative knee surgery and meniscus repair.

• Specialises in knee arthroscopy – a minimally invasive 'keyhole' technique that uses tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Expertise in managing meniscus tears and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in active patients
• Former Lecturer at Medipol University – taught the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons in Turkey
• Highly trained in arthroplasty, including partial and total knee replacements for severe joint damage

Thesis:

1. Mentese ST, Colak O, Gunenc YE, Tufekci K, Eren OC, Bozkurt SU. The Effect of Hyperelastic Bone Produced with Three Dimensional Bioprinter in Heterotopic Bone Formation.

Peer Reviewed Abstracts

1. Kuru P, Bilgin S, Mentese ST, Tazegul G, Ozgur S, Cilingir OT, Akakin D, Yarat A, Kasimay O. Ameliorative Effect of Chronic Moderate Exercise in Smoke Exposed or Nicotine Applied Rats From Acute Stress Nicotine Tob Res. 2014 Sep 19. pii: ntu182. (As Senior Medical Student)

2. Özdemir ZN, Tazegül G, Kuru P, Bilgin S, Menteşe ST, Erzik C, Şirvancı S, Yeğen B. Nicotine alleviates colitis-induced damage in rats via its anti-oxidative activity. Marmara Medical Journal 2014; 27: 13-20 DOI: 10.5472/MMJ.2013.03125.1 (As Senior Medical Student)

3. Özay Özkaya Mutlu, Mert Canlı, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Ahmet Dilber; Retrospective Comperative Analysis of Preoperative Lymph Node Imaging and Pathological Results in Malignant Melanoma Patients, October Antalya 2017

Peer Reviewed Posters

1. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özay Özkaya, Deniz Özcan; Case Report: Differentiation of Intraoral lesions, Squamous Cell Carcinoma or Pseudoepitheliamatous Hyperplasia, October 2016, Antalya, Turkey.

2. Özay Özkaya, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, İlker Üsçetin; The Effect of Staging on Survey in Malignant Melanoma, October 2016, Antalya, Turkey.

3. Özay Özkaya Mutlu, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Ahmet Dilber, Özlem Çolak; Case Report: Free Adductor Magnus Flap Reconstruction of Calcanel Defect, October 2017, Antalya, Turkey.

4. Özlem Çolak, Özay Özkaya Mutlu, Kadri Özer, S. Tiber Menteşe; Multifunctional Use of Elongated Temporoparietal Fascia Flap in Periorbital Reconstruction, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

5. Ayberk Akçay, Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe; Case Report: Superior Epigastric Artery Perforator Propellar Flap Reconstruction of Anterior Chest Wall Defect, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

6. Batıbey Batmacı, Harun Erbek, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Türkay Gökeri, İlker Üsçetin, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Malign Hand Tumors in the Last Five Years In Our Clinic, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

7. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Harun Erbek, Özlem İmren, Mert Canlı, İlker Üsçetin, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Regional Fasciectomy Treatment Results of Dupuytren’s Contracture Patients, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

8. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Harun Erbek, Türkay Gökeri, Özlem İmren, Mert Canlı, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; The Comparison of Results of Late Term Primarily Fixed and Hunter Prosthesis Used Flexor Digitorum Profundus Injuries, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

9. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, Mert Canlı, İlker Üsçetin, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Extensor Indicis Proprius Transfer Supplied with Ruptured Extensor Pollicis Longus (EPL) Proximal Portion in a Patient with Recurrent EPL Rupture, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

10. Özlem Çolak, Mahir Gökbulut, Selman Taşkın, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Lesions Prediagnosed as Vascular Tumors; September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey.

11. Özlem Çolak, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Emre Gunenc, Selman Taşkın, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Flap Reconstruction of Periorbital Area Zone 2 Tumor Excision Defects, September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey.

12. Özlem Çolak, Emre Gunenc, Selman Taşkın, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Thoracal Wall Reconstruction in a Male Patient with Poland Syndrome, September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey.

13. Özlem Çolak, Burak Yılmaz, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Tuğçe Yasak, İlker Üsçetin; A Rare Skin Malignancy: Sebaceous Carcinoma, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

Oral Presentation:

1. The Effect of Apelin on Indomethacin Induced Gastric Ulcer, World Gastroenterology Subregional Meeting, November 2011, Antalya, Turkey. (As Senior Medical Student)

2. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özay Özkaya Mutlu, İlker Üsçetin; Case Report: 4 Different Merkel Cell Carcinoma, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

3. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin, Özay Özkaya Mutlu; Our Clinical Experience, Retrospective Analysis of Gynecomastia Patients, October 2018, Antalya, Turkey.

4. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Akif Ayberk Akçay, İlker Üsçetin, Harun Erbek, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Our Approach to Congenital Hand Anomalies Between 2015-2019 Time Periods in Our Clinic, April 2019, İstanbul, Turkey.

5. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Mert Canlı, Özlem Çolak, Batıbey Batmacı, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; Results of Repair Through Nerve Graft in Our Clinic in 2015-2019 Time Periods, April 2019, İstanbul, Turkey.

6. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Mert Canlı, Özlem Çolak, Harun Erbek, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada; The Evaluation of Long Term Results of Mallet Finger Cases Operated 2015-2019 Periods in Our Clinic, April 2019, İstanbul, Turkey.

7. Akif Ayberk Akçay, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Ayşin Karasoy Yeşilada, Özlem Çolak; The Evulation of Biomechanical and Histologic Aspects the Effect of Direct Thrombin inhibitors on Tendon Healing, September 2019, Samsun, Turkey.

8. Özlem Çolak, Harun Erbek, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Selman Taşkın, Mert Canlı, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin; Comparison of Fat Pad Transposition and Fat Graft Application After Fat Pad Resection in Transconjunctival Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty, September 2020, İstanbul, Turkey

9. Özlem Çolak, Zeynep Öykü Gürel, Semih Tiber Menteşe, İlker Üsçetin, Mahir Gökbulut; Versatile Use of Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator Flap in Axillary Reconstruction, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

10. Türkay Gökeri, Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, Günay Güldoğuş, Tuğçe Yasak Par; Effects of Covid-19 Pandemics on Emergency Plastic Surgery Patiens Admission, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

11. Özlem Çolak, Tuğçe Yasak Par, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Zeynep Öykü Gürel, İlker Üsçetin, Mahir Gökbulut ; Retrospective Analysis of Fourniere’s Gangrene Reconstruction Patients Operated From 2010 to 2021, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

12. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Günay Güldoğuş, Tuğçe Yasak Par; Foot Defect Reconstruction with a Superficial Circumflex İliac Artery Flap Including a Bony Component, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

13. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Günay Güldoğuş, Ayça Ergan Şahin; Reconstruction of Wrist Dorsum with a Very Thin Flap: Superficial Circumflex İliac Artery Perforator Flap, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

14. Semih Tiber Menteşe, Özlem Çolak, Caner Ali İlhan, Tuğçe Yasak Par, İlker Üsçetin; An Effective Solution for Wide Abdominal Wall Defect: Free Latissimus Dorsi Flap, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

15. Özlem Çolak, Semih Tiber Menteşe, Caner Ali İlhan, Ayça Ergan Şahin; An Early and Higher Function Providing Reconstruction Option in Phalangeal Bony Defects, November 2021, Antalya, Turkey.

Experiences:

1. Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic, Cardiology Hospital C. I. Parhon Iaşi/ROMANIA 2010 (IFMSA Medical Student Exchange Program)

2. Gastroenterology Clinic, Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa Zaragoza/SPAIN 2011 (IFMSA Medical Student Exchange Program)

3. Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic, General Surgery Clinic, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome/ITALY 2012 (ERASMUS Student Exchange Program)

4. Cardiology Clinic, Herlev Hospital, Copenhagen/DENMARK 2012 (IFMSA Medical Student Exchange Program)

5. General Surgery Clinic, Hippokration General Hospital, Athens/GREECE 2012 (Observership As Medical Student)

Courses:

1. National XXXI. Basic Microsurgery Course, June 2018, Marmara University Medical Faculty, İstanbul.

2. XXVIII. Laboratory Animal Science for Researchers Course, September 2019, YUDETAM, Yeditepe University Experimental Research Center