Shoulder replacement Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Bulent Erol is an orthopedic oncologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He won first prize for orthopedic oncology at the National Turkish Orthopedic Congress. Dr. Erol completed his fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He specializes in bone tumors and complex pediatric orthopedic surgery.

• Completed a clinical visiting program at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the UK.
• Winner of multiple Akif Şakir Şakar Scientific Awards for clinical and experimental studies.
• Member of the European Pediatric Orthopaedics Society.
• Treats complex bone injuries, fractures, and arthrosis using robotic-assisted techniques at a JCI-accredited facility.

Professor Dedeoglu was awarded a prestigious traveling fellowship by the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society, marking him as a specialist in upper limb reconstruction. He currently serves at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Holds a fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery from Maltepe University
• Specialises in shoulder prosthetic surgery and complex joint arthroplasty
• Member of the European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and the Elbow
• Former Chief Physician at Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital
• Completed an Orthopaedic Trauma residency at Thomas Jefferson University

Dr. Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specializing in orthopedics and traumatology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He treats complex musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and developmental hip dysplasia. Dr. Ozdemir works at a JCI-accredited facility that utilizes robotic surgical systems for joint procedures.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for total hip replacement.
• Specializes in limb prosthetics, including bionic legs and electronic arm prostheses.
• Conducts minimally invasive procedures like endoscopic discectomy and arthroscopic meniscus repair.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and regenerative treatments for knee joints.

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in primary, revision, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements. Dr. Azboy completed specialized arthroplasty training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He also held a research fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Authored over 70 internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on orthopedic innovation.
• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee surgery.
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses da Vinci robotic systems.

Dr. Cengiz Sen is a professor of orthopedics at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in revision arthroplasty, congenital limb deformities, and complex orthopedic disorders in children. Dr. Sen is a pioneer in using stem cell therapy to treat degenerative joint diseases. He works at a TEMOS-accredited facility equipped with 15 operating rooms and robotic surgical systems.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and complex limb lengthening surgery.
• Treats infected nonunion and pseudoarthrosis using bone deformity correction.
• Published numerous articles on total knee replacement and orthopedic infections.
• Winner of the AOTT Oral Presentation Award for clinical achievements.

Dr. Halil Ibrahim Bekler is an orthopedic surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He completed microsurgery training at Cleveland Medical Center. Dr. Bekler specializes in orthopedic microsurgery, hand surgery, and joint replacement. He treats complex bone injuries and developmental hip dysplasia.

• Trained as a Hand and Microsurgery Specialist at Columbia University School of Medicine.
• Served as Chief of Orthopedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital.
• Former Head of Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgery at American Hospital.
• Performs knee and hip prostheses along with carpal tunnel and limb lengthening surgeries.

Professor Imren is a Yale-trained orthopaedic specialist who leads the advanced joint surgery unit at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He has completed a prestigious fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery, focusing on complex limb reconstruction.

• Holds a Master of Advanced Joint Surgery from the University of Health Science
• Trained at Yale University Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation
• Specialises in treating degenerative shoulder diseases and traumatic joint injuries
• Completed the EFFORT Spring Travelling Fellowship in Germany
• Uses robotic-assisted techniques for joint replacement and deformity correction

Professor Necdet Demir leads the Orthopaedics and Traumatology department at Biruni University Hospital where he specialises in major joint reconstructions.

• Serves as the Head of Department at Biruni University Faculty of Medicine
• Highly skilled in managing complex cases at a major academic teaching hospital
• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Dedicated to trauma and orthopaedics within university-level clinical practice

Dr Yusuf Yahsi is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a strong focus on arthroplasty and complex joint interventions.

• Specialises in adult arthroplasty for degenerative joint conditions
• Completed a rigorous residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in hand surgery and trauma reconstruction procedures
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery
• Experienced in multi-disciplinary care for comprehensive patient recovery

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is a highly focused orthopaedic surgeon who completed a specialised shoulder and elbow fellowship at Bezmialem Vakif University.

• Completed a shoulder and elbow observership at Balgrist University in Zurich
• Trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA
• Specialises in managing complex shoulder joint disorders and replacement surgery
• Practices at Medipol Acibadem Hospital focusing on upper limb reconstruction
• Published research on orthopaedic outcomes and surgical techniques

Dr. Erkam Komurcu is an orthopedic surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He is board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTEK). Dr. Komurcu earned the title of Associate Professor and completed a fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center. He specializes in spine surgery, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal tumors.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in orthopedic oncology and hand surgery at Ibn-i Sina Hospital.
• Published over 35 international peer-reviewed articles and medical book chapters.
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Society of Sports Injuries.
• Treats complex conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and meniscus tears.

Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk leads orthopaedic care at Risus Clinic Istanbul, specialising in total joint reconstruction and complex upper limb procedures.

• Performs shoulder replacement and advanced rotator cuff repairs
• Specialises in managing blood loss and surgical recovery protocols
• Expertise includes revisions for primary joint replacements
• Researches spinal and orthopaedic outcomes at Istanbul Science University
• Treats sports-related injuries and joint degeneration cases

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a shoulder specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who has presented his research on shoulder surgery at major international congresses in Switzerland and South Africa.

• Completed advanced shoulder surgery training at a cadaver course in Verona, Italy
• Focuses on complex upper end humerus fractures and gleno-humeral joint pathologies
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association
• Specialises in both arthroscopic procedures and reconstruction for shoulder dislocations
• Published research on surgical materials including conventional titanium and PEEK plates

Professor Erdinc Genc brings international expertise to Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital after intensive training at the American Hip Institute in Chicago.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at the Helios Endo Clinic in Hamburg, Germany
• Refined robotic and sports medicine techniques at the UPENN Sports Medicine Center in Philadelphia
• Specialises in shoulder and hip reconstructions for active patients
• Holds a postgraduate qualification in Football Medicine from Istanbul University