Best Torn Acl (anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury) Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz
Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgeon | Istanbul, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology with extensive experience in joint replacement, sports injuries, and advanced reconstructive surgery. He treats both local and international patients in his private clinic in Istanbul and performs surgeries in leading private hospitals.

He specializes in knee, hip, and shoulder conditions, including robotic-assisted joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and complex trauma care. His practice combines modern surgical techniques with individualized treatment planning to achieve reliable functional outcomes and faster recovery.

In selected cases, Prof. Gemalmaz utilizes advanced 3D planning and patient-specific surgical guides to improve surgical precision, particularly in complex deformities and revision procedures.

He is currently a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine and previously worked at Acıbadem Health Group and Acıbadem University.

Key strengths:
Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment
Modern surgical techniques and robotic-assisted procedures
Strong experience in joint replacement and sports injuries
Clear communication with international patients
Balanced approach between surgical and non-surgical care

Dr. Murat Kezer is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in joint reconstruction, arthroplasty, and sports injuries. He has completed advanced training in MAKO Total and Partial Knee and Hip Replacement. Since 2002, he has attended more than 20 national and international congresses and courses.

Dr. Kezer is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association, International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, and Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. He is known for his skill in hip and knee arthroplasty. He has a strong record of successful surgeries and is dedicated to surgical innovation and patient care.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Dr Semih Ak leads orthopaedic care at the Turan Turan Health Group, a specialist centre known for robotic-assisted surgery and joint reconstruction.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions for ligament repair to speed up recovery and reduce scarring
• Trained at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Hospital – a major Turkish centre for orthopaedic research
• Expertise covers both acute ligament tears and complex musculoskeletal trauma
• Focuses on anatomical reconstruction to restore natural stability to the knee joint

Dr Firat Oruc is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at Medical Park Antalya, focusing on reconstructive knee surgery and joint health.

• Specialises in arthroscopic knee surgery – minimally invasive techniques for ligament repair and faster recovery
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, a leading Turkish research institution
• Manages complex soft tissue injuries and bone tumours affecting the joints
• Expertise includes paediatric orthopaedic surgery for younger patients with ligament injuries
• Focuses on restoring joint stability and range of motion through patient-specific surgical plans

Dr Mert Filibeli is a dedicated orthopaedic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital who excels in restorative joint procedures and traumatology.

• Treats paediatric and adult knee injuries with focus on joint preservation
• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma surgery at a major teaching and research centre
• Certified member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Holds a C2 level German language diploma for seamless European patient care
• Registered with the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council for clinical excellence

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Professor Burcin Kececi is a knee and hip specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital with international training from world-leading orthopaedic centres in France.

• Trained in sports injuries at Hopital de la Croix Rousse in Lyon
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster ACL recovery
• Fellow of the International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)
• Specialises in trauma-related tendon transfers and complex knee reconstructions

Professor Feridun Cilli brings global expertise to ACL recovery, having completed a specialised fellowship at the world-renowned University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the USA.

• Specialises in arthroscopic knee surgery – a minimally invasive approach using small incisions for faster healing
• Focuses on sports injuries and ligament reconstruction as a member of TUSYAD
• Holds a Microsurgery Certificate for intricate nerve and tissue repair
• Trained at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital, a major Turkish military medical centre
• Practices at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility