Developmental Dysplasia Of The Hip (ddh) Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Kececi is a renowned specialist in paediatric orthopaedics who received focused training in minimally invasive hip surgery at the Centre Orthopedique in France.

• Specialises in developmental dysplasia of the hip and paediatric musculoskeletal disorders
• Performs minimally invasive hip surgery – uses smaller incisions for faster healing and less scarring
• Member of SICOT, the ведущая international society for orthopaedic surgery and traumatology
• Extensive experience in limb salvage and complex reconstructive procedures for children

Professor Feridun Cilli brings international expertise to Memorial Bodrum Hospital after completing specialist training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the USA.

• Specialises in orthopaedic surgery for complex musculoskeletal corrections
• Gained high-volume clinical experience at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Holds a Microsurgery Certificate for delicate tissue and joint repair
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Expertise includes surgical management of paediatric and adult hip deformities

Professor Hilmi Elmacioglu specializes in paediatric orthopaedics and the complex management of hip dislocations at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Focuses on paediatric conditions including developmental dysplasia of the hip
• Performs hip arthroplasty – joint replacement surgery for severe or chronic cases
• Expertise in surgical repair of fractures and congenital dislocations
• Treats sports injuries affecting the hip and knee joints
• Experienced in both conservative and invasive orthopaedic interventions

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with international training from the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedic surgery for hip alignment and stabilization
• Completed residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Focused academic background in musculoskeletal correction and joint preservation
• Trained at Zurich's Balgrist University in specialized joint mechanics
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to improve recovery times for younger patients

Experience

2017
Private Nisa Hospital

2011 - 2017
Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital

2007 - 2011
Gaziosmanpaşa Private Bilge Hospital

Education

2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who has published key research on accurately identifying the hip rotation centre in patients.

• Completed specialised training in developmental hip dysplasia (DDH) and clubfoot management
• Researched pelvic landmarks to improve surgical accuracy for hip joint procedures
• Expertise in both open and paediatric supracondylar surgery for complex orthopaedic cases
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

Associate Professor Erden Erturer is a senior specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with deep expertise in reconstructive hip surgery and joint preservation.

• Specialises in extremity reconstruction using the Ilizarov method to correct bone deformities and joint misalignments
• Performs hip arthroscopy, a minimally invasive technique for joint repair that uses small incisions for faster recovery
• Member of the Turkish Arthroplasty Society, focusing on complex joint replacement and reconstruction
• Published over 25 international papers on orthopaedic traumatology and surgical outcomes

Professor Omer Faruk Bilgen is a leading authority in hip surgery who pioneered a new technique for managing Crowe Type IV hip dislocations. He serves as the President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association.

• Performs 650 orthopaedic surgeries yearly including complex hip reconstructions
• Developed a specific two-stage muscle evaluation method for severe hip dysplasia
• Recognised as an international lecturer and education advisor for Stryker USA
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• Published research on surgical techniques in global orthopaedic journals

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler leads orthopaedic care at Avicenna International Hospital with top-tier training from the Cleveland Medical Center and Columbia University.

• Specialises in orthopaedic microsurgery – focuses on precise tissue repair for better joint function
• Trained at Columbia University School of Medicine in hand and microsurgery techniques
• Former Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital – trained the next generation of specialists
• Performs complex hip prosthesis procedures for patients requiring durable joint correction

Associate Professor Yunus Imren is a Yale-trained orthopaedic specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He uses robotic-assisted techniques to help patients with hip and joint deformities achieve better mobility.

• Trained at Yale University in orthopaedic rehabilitation and trauma research
• Specialises in robotic hip replacement – uses robotic arms for more accurate implant placement
• Masters degree in joint surgery from the University of Health Science
• Fellowship trained in treating complex leg curvatures and joint deformities
• Member of the EFFORT Spring Traveling Fellowship programme in Germany

Professor Cengiz Sen specialises in paediatric orthopaedics and limb deformities, having served as a professor at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine for over a decade.

• Wrote his specialist thesis on pelvic osteotomies – surgical reshaping of the hip socket to improve joint stability
• Expert in managing congenital limb deformities and degenerative joint diseases in children
• Uses stem cell therapy to support joint healing and treat arthritic conditions
• Publishes clinical research on complex hip reconstruction and bone fracture treatments
• Former lead at major university hospitals, training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons

Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk specialises in total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia of the hip, focusing on complex joint reconstruction at Risus Clinic Istanbul.

• Performs specialist hip surgery to correct developmental dysplasia in adult patients
• Expertise in revision hip arthroplasty to fix or replace failing earlier implants
• Published researcher on surgical blood loss management in the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery
• Uses hip arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint repair with smaller incisions
• Experienced in stem cell therapy as a conservative option for joint preservation

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Koru Ankara Hospital specialising in complex hip and knee reconstructive surgery.

• Appointed as a Full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University – a key medical training institution
• Specialises in prosthetic surgery and robotic-assisted techniques for joint reconstruction
• Manages bone tumours through orthopaedic oncology surgery to preserve limb function
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Expert in extremity trauma including complex fractures and tendon repairs