Orthopedics Doctors in Turkey — Page 7

Dr Rodi Ertogrul trained at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in New York and Balgrist University in Zurich – both world leaders in orthopaedic innovation.

• Specialises in shoulder and elbow surgery with a dedicated fellowship from Bezmialem Vakif University
• Performs minimally invasive joint procedures including arthroscopic meniscus and Bankart repairs
• Expertise in restorative joint treatments such as stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee repairs
• Provides specialist care for complex cases including pediatric hip dysplasia and valgus deformities

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an eye surgery specialist based at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on restoring and preserving vision through precision microsurgery.

• Performs cataract surgery using phacoemulsification and premium lens implants
• Uses laser techniques to treat myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Manages retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Provides surgical and medical treatments for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Treats keratoconus and performs corneal transplants for anterior segment disorders

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is an English-speaking surgeon at Umran Medical Centre with clinical focus on trauma surgery and minimally invasive techniques.

• Treats urgent musculoskeletal injuries through trauma surgery interventions
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – small incisions that lead to less pain and faster recovery
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University and Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on patient-centred care and precise surgical techniques

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a specialised dietician at Ümran Medical Centre who supports orthopedic recovery through clinical nutrition and weight management.

• Designs tailored nutrition plans to manage metabolic conditions like diabetes and heart health
• Focuses on healthy weight control to reduce stress on joints and bones
• Develops sports nutrition strategies to improve recovery and physical performance
• Uses an evidence-based approach to create sustainable meal plans for children and adults

Dr Gokhan Kursat Kara is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on complex spinal reconstructions and deformity correction surgery.

• Specialises in spine surgery, including adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and odontoid fractures
• Performs arthroplasty and joint replacement for developmental hip dysplasia
• Uses posterior vertebral column resection to treat severe spinal deformities
• Researches absorbable barriers to prevent scarring and adhesions after tendon repair

Dr Osman Karli is a specialist in paediatric care at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on the health and development of children from birth through to age 18.

• Manages childhood diseases and preventive medicine to keep kids healthy
• Provides nutrition consultancy for infants and growing children
• Expert in newborn care and monitoring early developmental milestones
• Identifies complex conditions like psoriatic arthritis in young patients

Dr Ahmet Cem Dural is a highly credentialed specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with fellowships from the Cleveland Clinic and Karolinska University Hospital.

• Specialises in sarcoma surgery for soft tissue and bone tumours
• Trained in robotic and laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive care
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and European Society of Endocrine Surgery
• Completed a translational medicine fellowship at the University of Ottawa

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi with over a decade of experience across medical and surgical skin care.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology for early detection of skin cancers
• Performs surgical excision to remove suspicious or cancerous skin lesions
• Manages chronic skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and acne
• Offers cosmetic skin rejuvenation using mesotherapy and chemical peels

Dr Aykut Ozdemir is a lead specialist at Private Çevre Hospital with a focus on arthroscopic surgery and joint restoration.

• Specialises in arthroplasty – surgical joint replacement and reconstruction
• Performs arthroscopic surgery on knees, shoulders, and ankles through tiny incisions
• Treats anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus injuries in athletes
• Provides stem cell therapy and PRP to aid natural joint tissue repair
• Manages paediatric orthopaedic conditions and complex bone trauma

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya is a senior specialist at Ümran Medical Centre, bringing over three decades of clinical expertise to patients with skin concerns.

• Specialises in dermato-oncology – the evaluation and surgical treatment of skin tumours
• Treats chronic conditions including psoriasis, eczema, acne, and vitiligo
• Performs non-invasive cosmetic rejuvenation using fillers, mesotherapy, and chemical peels
• Uses laser and light-based therapies to treat vascular lesions and scarring

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a specialist radiologist at Umran Medical Centre with clinical training from Ondokuz Mayis University.

• Provides diagnostic evaluations for musculoskeletal diseases using conventional radiology
• Uses ultrasound imaging for soft tissue and vascular assessments
• Performs CT and MRI imaging for various orthopaedic and neurological conditions
• Focuses on interventional radiology – minimally invasive procedures guided by imaging
• Supports clinical teams with precise diagnostic reporting for treatment planning

Associate Professor Turgut Akgul is an award-winning spine specialist who performs Vertebra Body Tethering (VBT) – a flexible scoliosis treatment that avoids traditional spinal fusion.

• Awarded Best Oral Presentation at the 10th Hellenic Spine Congress for research on paediatric spinal health
• Holds board positions with the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Orthopedic Association
• Specialises in complex spinal deformities including scoliosis, kyphosis, and narrow canal surgery
• Uses VBT techniques to correct spinal curves while maintaining the patient's flexibility and growth

Associate Professor Salduz is a US-trained orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in orthopaedic oncology and limb reconstruction at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed clinical and research fellowships at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Iowa
• Treats complex bone tumours including osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, and giant cell tumours
• Manages soft tissue tumours such as liposarcoma, synovial sarcoma, and desmoid tumours
• Performs reconstruction for complex limb cases and hip or knee prosthesis revisions
• Trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York for prosthetic surgery

Professor Ozan Beytemur is a leading researcher and surgeon who focuses on regenerative treatments like stem cell therapy for knees. He currently leads the orthopedic team at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted knee replacements and complex bone regeneration
• National board-certified specialist with the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Focuses on bone and soft tissue tumours and complex spinal scoliosis cases
• Expert in intramedullary nailing, a technique using metal rods to repair fractures
• Published author on bone infections and advanced osteoporosis screening on MRI