Orthopedics Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Murat Aydin has performed over 1,100 successful procedures, specialising in complex trauma and joint replacement at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacements to relieve chronic pain and restore mobility
• Uses minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery for joint repairs to ensure smaller scars and faster recovery
• Expert in regenerative medicine, using stem cell therapy for joint regeneration
• Specialises in pediatric orthopaedics, treating scoliosis and congenital deformities in children
• Leads research into fracture healing and innovative surgical techniques as an Associate Professor

Dr. Nurullah Ermis is an orthopedic surgeon at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and orthopedic trauma. Dr. Ermis is a widely published researcher. His studies are indexed in PubMed and Scopus. He presented at the 37th ESRA Congress in Dublin. Dr. Ermis works at a facility equipped with robotic surgical systems.

• Performs total hip and knee replacements alongside arthroscopic procedures.
• Treats complex conditions like Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis and spinal deformities.
• Expert in surgical treatments for scoliosis and kyphosis in children and adults.
• Published studies on anesthesia techniques for better postoperative pain management in hip surgery.

Dr Eyup Bakmaz is a senior specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he has focused on orthopedic trauma and sports medicine since 1997.

• Specialises in knee and hip arthroscopy – minimally invasive keyhole surgery for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Performs ACL reconstructions and repairs meniscus tears for athletes and active patients
• Expert in treating complex hip fractures and orthopedic trauma cases
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at the Cerrahpaşa Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Professor Ekin is a specialist in hand and microsurgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He completed his fellowship at Columbia University Presbyterian Medical Centre.

• Performs microsurgery for hand injuries and complex tendon repairs
• Uses wrist and elbow arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint treatment
• Expert in shoulder, elbow, and hand-finger prosthesis applications
• Treats hip and knee joint deformities using surgical prosthesis
• Established the Department of Hand Surgery at a major university

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr Tanli is a specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital with deep expertise in microsurgery and trauma care. He holds membership in the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association.

• Specialises in arthroscopy and arthroplasty for joint repair and replacement
• Performs hand surgery and delicate microsurgical procedures
• Trained at Kartal Lütfi Kırdar – a major Turkish training and research hospital
• Expert in spine surgery and complex trauma management

Dr Selman Dogan has performed over 1,100 orthopedic procedures, with a major focus on robotic-assisted joint replacements and sports traumatology.

• Performs MAKOplasty – robotic-assisted surgery for higher precision in hip and knee replacements
• Fellowship-trained in orthopedic oncology, providing advanced expertise for complex bone and soft tissue cases
• Specialises in sports injuries, including ACL reconstruction, meniscus repairs, and cartilage restoration
• Expert in PRP therapy – uses a patient's own blood cells to accelerate healing in tendons and joints

Professor Gursel Saka is a leading orthopedic surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with over 1,100 successful procedures performed.

• Specialises in pelvis-acetabulum surgery, a rare focus for treating complex hip and pelvic fractures
• Performs MAKOplasty, a robotic-assisted system for more precise joint replacements and faster recovery
• Handles complex spine deformities including scoliosis and kyphosis using minimally invasive techniques
• Recognised as a finalist for the prestigious Tubitak XI Technology Awards for surgical innovation

Dr Yalin Dirik is a senior orthopaedic and traumatology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He leads surgical care for musculoskeletal injuries and degenerative joint conditions.

• Specialises in traumatology and orthopaedic surgery at a major JCI-accredited hospital
• Previously served as a specialist at Medicana International Istanbul Hospital
• Experienced in managing both routine bone care and complex trauma cases
• Focuses on restoring mobility through surgical and non-surgical interventions

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.

Professor Mahir Mahirogullari brings prestigious American fellowship training to Memorial Şişli Hospital. He is a multi-award-winning specialist in joint preservation and sports medicine.

• Completed an orthopaedic fellowship at Wake Forest University in the United States
• Recognised with the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology clinical award
• Specialises in arthrosis using both surgical and non-surgical joint treatments
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Expert in shoulder and elbow surgery for sports-related injuries

Dr Mehmet Halis Cerci serves as an Orthopaedics and Traumatology Specialist at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in treating bone fractures and musculoskeletal injuries
• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Served as a medical officer and practitioner for the Naval Forces Command
• Provides expert care for both routine trauma and elective orthopaedic cases

Dr. Ozan Ali Erdal is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in treating cerebral palsy and osteogenesis imperfecta. He focuses on deformity correction and limb lengthening. Dr. Erdal performs complex surgeries for congenital bone deficiencies and hip dislocation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Specializes in clubfoot (PEV) treatment and height extension procedures.
• Treats pediatric fractures, malunions, and chronic foot deformities.
• Completed medical specialization at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.
• Corrects congenital conditions like fibular hemimelia and bowlegs.

Professor Ozkaya served as the Administrative and Education Officer at GOP Taksim Training and Research Hospital, where he shaped orthopaedic training for other specialists.

• Practises as an Orthopaedics and Traumatology Specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
• Held senior leadership and education roles at major Turkish training hospitals
• Specialises in managing complex musculoskeletal trauma and orthopaedic conditions
• Provides specialist consultations for injuries and degenerative joint issues

Professor Hamzaoglu is the pioneer who established Turkey's first dedicated spine surgery centre. He leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Centre at Florence Nightingale Hospital, focusing on the most challenging spinal deformities.

• Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery centre and current department head
• Completed advanced fellowships at the Minnesota Spine Centre in the US and Hokkaido University in Japan
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty and innovative minimally invasive spinal repairs
• Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, training the next generation of spine specialists

Professor Keklikci is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Anadolu Medical Center with international training from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the USA.

• Specialises in knee replacement surgery and joint prosthesis for the hip, shoulder, and ankle
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery – a minimally invasive technique for treating sports injuries with smaller incisions
• Experienced in trauma surgery for treating severe bone and joint injuries
• Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA)

Dr Bakmaz has performed 1,100+ orthopedic treatments at Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specialises in minimally invasive joint surgery to help patients return to activity sooner.

• Focuses on knee and hip arthroscopy – using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Treats sports injuries, orthopedic trauma, and complex joint conditions like osteoarthritis
• Served as Chief Assistant at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Heads the Orthopedics department at Florence Nightingale Hospital in Gayrettepe