Habitual dislocation of the shoulder Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr Fahrettin Atalmış is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Egemed Hospital who focuses on restoring stability to patients with recurring injuries.

• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, a major government teaching centre
• Specialises in orthopaedics and traumatology for complex joint instability
• Performs arthroscopic repairs – uses tiny cameras and small incisions for less pain
• Focuses on surgical techniques that strengthen weakened shoulder ligaments
• Experienced in managing both acute trauma and long-term joint wear

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who has completed intensive fellowship training at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles.

• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder surgery to repair torn ligaments and stabilise the joint with minimal scarring
• Recognised by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology with a formal BOARD certificate
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Expert in upper extremity injuries and complex dislocations of the musculoskeletal system

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Koru Ankara Hospital specializing in complex joint reconstructive procedures.

• Performs shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive keyhole technique that speeds up recovery and reduces scarring
• Specialises in sports injuries – focused on restoring stability to the shoulder joint for active patients
• Former Chief Resident at Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital – a major surgical teaching centre
• Appointed as full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University – reflects high clinical and academic standing
• Extensive research background with numerous published scientific articles on orthopaedic surgical outcomes

Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Risus Clinic Istanbul with published research in major surgical journals.

• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder procedures – uses small incisions to repair joint instability for quicker recovery times
• Performs rotator cuff repair – fixes the group of muscles and tendons that keep the shoulder joint in place
• Offers shoulder replacement surgery – uses prosthetic components to restore full joint function in chronic cases
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic Association – follows global standards for joint reconstruction and sports medicine

Dr. Mustafa Akkaya earned his medical degree from Gazi University (2003–2009). He completed his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazit University (2009–2014). He holds a PhD in Musculoskeletal System and Regenerative Medicine from the same university (2016–2020).

In 2022, he received the European Knee Society Knee Arthroplasty Traveling Researcher Fellowship in robotic knee arthroplasty. He worked as a clinical researcher at Helios ENDO‑Klinik Hamburg (2021–2022), focusing on advanced joint surgery and prosthetic infections. He also worked as a clinical researcher at Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna (2014), focusing on arthroscopic joint surgery, meniscus, and cartilage. In 2013, he held the same role at ATOS Clinic Heidelberg.

Clinical interests include joint surgery, knee and hip surgery, prosthetic infections, meniscus and cartilage surgery, and regenerative medicine.

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who completed a dedicated fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University.

• Trained at Balgrist University Zurich in shoulder and elbow clinical observation
• Completed a surgical residency at Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Refined his surgical approach during an observership at the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA
• Specialises in managing complex instability and recurring joint issues

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who has dedicated his research to improving outcomes for recurrent shoulder dislocations.

• Specialises in arthroscopic Bankart repair, a minimally invasive technique to stabilise the shoulder joint with smaller incisions.
• Presented award-winning research on how bone loss and anchor counts affect success rates in shoulder dislocation surgery.
• Completed advanced cadaveric training in shoulder surgery in Verona, Italy, to master complex surgical techniques.
• Member of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association and the North American SECEC-ESSE for shoulder and elbow surgery.

Dr. Aziz Cataltepe is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions, including bone injuries, joint fractures, and scoliosis. Dr. Cataltepe also focuses on orthopedic oncology and spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats complex conditions like hip dysplasia, meniscus tears, and coxarthrosis.
• Performs orthopedic procedures at a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for valgus deformity and hand surgery.
• Works at a hospital that treats 600,000 patients every year.

Dr Erdinc Genc has international training from the American Hip Institute and UPENN Sports Medicine Center – leading institutions for joint and sports injury recovery.

• Specialises in sports medicine and orthopaedic trauma for complex shoulder instability
• Trained at Hamburg's Helios Endo Clinic – a world-renowned centre for joint replacement
• Holds a master's degree in Football Medicine from Istanbul University
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital using minimally invasive techniques
• Focuses on restoring joint function for high-performance athletes