Ankylosing spondylitis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Hamzaoglu established Turkey's first dedicated spine surgery centre and leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. He specialises in complex spinal reconstructions for patients with advanced inflammatory conditions.

• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center in the United States
• Completed specialised spinal fellowships at Hokkaido University in Japan
• Former Head of Spine Surgery at Istanbul University medical faculty
• Uses innovative surgical techniques to restore spinal alignment and mobility
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association specialising in orthopaedic traumatology

Associate Professor Haluk Cabuk is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist who holds the prestigious Derviş Manizade Science Award for his contributions to the field.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in Germany focusing on complex knee reconstructive surgery
• Recognised for clinical excellence by the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Specialises in arthroplasty, performing joint replacements to restore mobility in stiffened spines
• Published award-winning research on orthopaedic healing and surgical recovery protocols
• Serves as Associate Professor at Istinye University, teaching next-gen surgeons

Professor Ahmad Dogan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, focusing on complex skeletal reconstruction and regenerative therapies.

• Specialises in deformity correction and limb lengthening using Ilizarov surgery techniques
• Uses stem cell applications, including bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC), to support joint and bone health
• Completed an advanced fellowship at Orthopadisches Spital Speising in Vienna, a leading European centre
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society (EPOS) and the Turkish Ilizarov Society

Professor Tuncer brings deep expertise in joint reconstruction and skeletal health to Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Member of the Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty for surgical joint replacement
• Specialises in extremity reconstruction to restore function and improve patient mobility
• Member of the Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)
• Experienced in the Ilizarov method for complex bone alignment and limb correction
• Trained at Acıbadem Medical School in skeletal oncology and bone health management

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Dr. Yang Yeongjun is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint care and arthroscopy. He treats knee and shoulder disorders and performs arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement (arthroplasty). He also manages trauma and sports conditions, including sports injuries, foot and ankle problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fractures.

He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Catholic Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship at Catholic Medical Center St. Paul’s Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society, the Korean Knee Society, and the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society.

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya who completed trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in correcting spinal deformities and joint stability issues
• Recognised as an Associate Professor by the Health Sciences University
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Trained at Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Dr. Feridun Cilli is an orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Bodrum Hospital. He completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Cilli specializes in knee and shoulder surgery and orthopaedic trauma care. He holds a Microsurgery Certificate from the GATA Microsurgery Training Center.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery.
• Treats complex conditions like rotator cuff tears, ACL injuries, and meniscus tears.
• Served as Chief Medical Officer of the Military Infirmary for the 125th Regiment.
• Works at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, a facility with 26 specialized medical departments.