Arthrosis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Education

• (1998-2004), Bachelor's Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• (2005-2010), Doctorate / Specialization in Medicine Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Experience

• 2005-2011, Assistant Doctor Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2011-2013, Specialist Doctor Kahramanmaraş Women's and Children's Hospital, Kahramanmaraş Necip Fazıl City Hospital (mandatory service)
• 2013-2022, Specialist Doctor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2022, Associate Professor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology

Dr Ahmet Arik has performed 900+ orthopaedic procedures, focusing on surgical solutions for patients with severe joint wear and tear.

• Specialises in managing complex arthrosis cases at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital
• Personally reviews all diagnostic materials to create individualised surgical or treatment programmes
• Maintains a perfect 5-star rating for patient satisfaction and surgical outcomes
• Expertise includes joint preservation and reconstructive techniques for damaged cartilage

Specialty:
Orthopedic Surgery.

Subspecialty:
Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery.

Education:

• 2004–2010: Doctor of Medicine (First Class Honors), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.
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• 2013–2017: Diploma, Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.
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• 2019–2020: Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery (Knee and Hip), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University…………………………..

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he leads the orthopaedics and traumatology team.

• Specialises in knee and hip arthroscopy to treat joint issues using tiny incisions
• Expert in managing complex orthopaedic trauma and restorative sports injuries
• Served as Chief Assistant Specialist at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques that reduce post-operative pain and recovery time

Dr Yusuf Yahsi specializes in arthroplasty at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, focusing on restoring joint function for patients with severe arthrosis.

• Performs arthroplasty to replace damaged joint surfaces with artificial implants
• Specialises in knee surgery and arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint repair
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery
• Trained at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored post-operative recovery plans

Prof. Dr. Akif Albayrak is an orthopedic and spine surgeon in Istanbul. He practices at Central Hospital and leads the clinical and surgical spine services.

He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders. His expertise includes scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma and reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery. He treats both adults and children.

His training includes advanced clinical work in Turkey and abroad. He completed an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He progressed from Associate Professor to Professor and publishes regularly in international orthopedic journals.

Dr Erdinc Genc refined his skills at the American Hip Institute in Chicago – a world-leading centre for joint preservation and reconstruction.

• Specialises in arthroscopic joint surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Trained at Hamburg's Helios Endo Clinic – Europe’s largest centre for joint replacement and arthrosis
• Completed a sports medicine fellowship at the UPENN Sports Medicine Center
• Expert in football medicine – manages joint injuries for professional athletes
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital

Professor Gursel Saka is a highly regarded orthopaedic specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – he was an award finalist for the prestigious Tubitak XI Technology Awards.

• Specialises in arthroplasty, focusing on joint replacement for advanced arthrosis
• Previous Head of Orthopaedics at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in pelvis-acetabulum surgery for complex joint reconstructions
• Trained at the University of Health Sciences to handle trauma-related joint damage
• Fellow of the Health Sciences University Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital

Dr Selman Dogan is a highly-rated surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who specialises in restoring mobility through hip and knee joint replacement surgery.

• Performs hip and knee arthroplasty to replace joints damaged by severe arthrosis
• Uses Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy – a non-surgical injection to promote natural healing
• Studied orthopaedic oncology at Medeniyet University to manage bone and soft tissue tumours
• Completed specialist residency training at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching and Research Hospital
• Expertise in cartilage repair for patients with ligament and tendon injuries

Professor Mahir Mahirogullari is a decorated orthopaedic surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital who specialises in major joint reconstruction and sports medicine.

• Completed an orthopaedic fellowship at Wake Forest University in the USA
• Recognised by the Turkish Association of Orthopaedics and Traumatology for clinical excellence
• Member of the Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association focusing on joint replacement surgery
• Specialises in arthroscopy – using tiny cameras for minimally invasive joint repairs
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

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.