Arthrosis Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Jakkarin Phunphakchit is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in joint replacement. He earned his MD from the College of Medicine, Rangsit University. He completed fellowships in orthopedic surgery and joint replacement at Thammasat University Hospital.

His practice focuses on robot-assisted knee and hip replacement. He also performs direct anterior approach (DAA) hip replacement, primary hip and knee replacement, and revision joint replacement. He is experienced in total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a knee and joint specialist who refined his expertise in orthopaedic trauma at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in arthroscopy and knee surgery through the Turkish Sports Injuries Association
• Performed clinical instruction at Antalya Training and Research Hospital as Chief Assistant
• Board-certified with the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Treats complex joint issues and trauma-related arthrosis using research-backed protocols

Professor Kesmezacar is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious visiting fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York – the world's top-ranked hospital for orthopaedics.

• Specialises in managing knee osteoarthritis using intra-articular injections like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
• Performs arthroscopic microfracture surgery to treat bone tissue death and joint damage in the knee
• Expert in hip and shoulder replacements at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Published extensive research on total hip arthroplasty and long-term joint function
• Trained at the University of Western Ontario, focusing on complex limb reconstruction

Dr. Lee Dongyeop is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy and joint replacement. He performs arthroscopic surgery (joint endoscopy) and total knee replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, sports injuries, and chronic knee conditions.

Credentials: M.D.-Ph.D. combined program, The Catholic University of Korea Graduate School of Medicine. Internship and orthopedic surgery residency, The Catholic University of Korea Catholic Medical Center. Clinical Instructor (fellow), Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea.

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.

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with deep expertise in joint reconstruction and prosthesis surgery.

• Specialises in knee and hip joint surgery to restore mobility and reduce chronic pain
• Performs orthopaedic prosthesis procedures for patients requiring joint replacement
• Treats complex paediatric orthopaedic cases involving bone and soft tissue tumours
• Completed specialist training at Akdeniz University – a major Turkish medical and research hub

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.

Professor Yusuf Pirincci is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who publishes research on joint replacement designs for patients with complex hip dysplasia.

• Performs knee, hip, and shoulder prosthesis – replaces damaged joints to restore mobility and reduce pain
• Uses press-fit designs in hip replacements for more natural bone integration
• Specialises in limb lengthening and corrective height extension surgery
• Expert in managing bone infections (osteomyelitis) and diabetic foot complications

Professor Feridun Cilli is a highly credentialed specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the United States.

• Specialises in knee and shoulder surgery for arthrosis management
• Expert in arthroscopy – uses keyhole surgery for joint repair and faster recovery
• Certified in microsurgery for high-precision joint and nerve procedures
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Trained at GATA Haydarpasa, one of Turkey's premier military medical institutions

Professor Bulent Erol is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious clinical fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

• Specialises in orthopaedic oncology and paediatric orthopaedics for complex joint cases
• Performed a clinical residency at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the UK
• Awarded first prize for oncology presentation at the National Turkish Orthopaedics Congress
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Former Professor of Orthopaedics at Marmara University Department of Traumatology