Orthopedics Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Dr Pisutbenya is a leading specialist in endoscopic spine surgery at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital. He focuses on precise, minimally invasive techniques that significantly reduce recovery times for his patients.

• Specialises in endoscopic procedures for the cervical spine and adult spinal deformities
• Trained at Siriraj Hospital – home to Thailand's most prestigious spinal surgery programme
• Uses minimally invasive discectomy methods to treat herniated discs with smaller incisions
• Educated at Mahidol University, one of Thailand's top-tier medical institutions
• Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with focused expertise in complex scoliosis correction

Dr. Pradab Pradasuk is an orthopedic surgeon at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in arthroscopy, knee reconstruction, and complex spine surgery. Dr. Pradasuk performs endoscopic discectomy and spinal fusion with instrumentation. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 30,000 patients annually.

• Performs ACL surgery, meniscectomy, and total knee arthroplastic.
• Treats shoulder rotator cuff tears and performs ankle joint replacements.
• Manages fractures of the pelvis, spine, and forearm.
• Provides specialized rehabilitation using the Re-Step system.

Professor Cinar is a highly credentialed surgeon who completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Ottawa Heart Center – one of Canada's top heart programmes.

• Specialises in surgical treatment for vascular conditions including atherosclerosis and blood clots
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery times and physical trauma
• Fellowship-trained at a leading North American institution for surgical excellence
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery and European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

Associate Professor Serdar Toker is a dual-specialised orthopedic surgeon who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Centre in the USA.

• Holds a European Diploma from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand (FESSH)
• Former Head of the Hand Surgery Department at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Uses microsurgery – high-precision techniques for nerve and small vessel repairs
• Specialises in arthroscopy, using tiny cameras for less invasive joint surgery
• Qualified instructor who teaches advanced microsurgery to other surgeons

Dr Samet Erinc is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, having completed advanced training at Chicago Loyola University in the USA.

• Specialises in spinal surgery, including scoliosis and kyphosis management
• Uses microsurgery – high-precision techniques for better nerve protection and recovery
• Performs stem cell therapy for arthritis and degenerative joint disorders
• Treats childhood spinal diseases and complex fracture trauma cases
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Professor Acaroglu is the founding director of the Ankara Spine Center and a leading authority on orthopaedic trauma and spinal disorders.

• Specialises in complex scoliosis cases and paediatric orthopaedics
• Completed a clinical research fellowship at Columbia University in New York
• Active member of the Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine Europe
• Holds a master degree from the Open University in the UK
• Former lecturer at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Professor Deniz Konya is a Harvard-trained spine specialist who focuses on complex spinal deformities at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex.

• Completed an elite fellowship in spine surgery at Harvard Medical School
• Expert in treating scoliosis and protuberance (curvatures and protrusions of the spine)
• Manages spinal fractures, tumours, and waist or neck hernias
• Member of the Scoliosis Research Society and North American Spine Society
• Published 47 international papers on spinal trauma and surgical techniques

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a trauma research fellow from Denver Health Hospital in the US, specializing in complex orthopedic reconstructions and sports medicine.

• Performs MAKOplasty – robotic-assisted joint replacement for higher precision and faster recovery
• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery for shoulder instability and meniscus tears
• Manages complex spinal deformities including scoliosis and vertebral fractures
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association

Dr. Kim Joo Young is an orthopedic surgeon at Samsung Balance Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in regenerative treatments and joint reconstruction. Dr. Kim served as the director of orthopedic surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He treats complex conditions like knee osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and frozen shoulder.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and osteoarthritis.
• Expert in knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction.
• Former professor at the Catholic University of Korea.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association.

Dr. Suwit Tangcharoenwathanakul is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine disorders. He has subspecialty training in spine surgery.

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University (2010). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Hatyai Hospital (2015). Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Center of Excellence, Lerdsin Hospital (2020).

Dr. Ozlem Koroglu is a rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Ankara Hospital. She specializes in physical medicine and musculoskeletal recovery. Dr. Koroglu served as an instructor for ultrasound at the ISPRM World Congress. She holds Ministry of Health certification in prolotherapy. Her expertise includes neural therapy and botulinum toxin for hand spasticity.

• Served as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital.
• Trained at the Euro–Mediterranean PRM School in Italy.
• Instructs medical courses on PRP, knee prolotherapy, and spinal manipulation.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Dr Nivit Karla is a specialist at PrimeCare Bkk with extensive training from Mahidol University's Siriraj Medical School.

• Provides orthopaedic consultations for international patients in clear English
• Practises at PrimeCare Bkk, a clinic known for personalised care
• Background includes rigorous training at Rajavithi Hospital
• Focuses on patient-centred diagnosis for diversas musculo-skeletal issues

Dr Mert Filibeli is an orthopaedics and traumatology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who excels in both adult joint reconstruction and complex paediatric cases.

• Specialises in hip and knee replacements, including difficult revision surgeries for failed implants
• Expert in paediatric orthopaedics, treating conditions like developmental dysplasia of the hip and syndactyly
• Performs arthroscopic procedures for meniscus tears and ACL reconstruction using minimally invasive techniques
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics Education Council, keeping his surgical methods up to date