Best Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr Pongsathorn Sitthisen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in hand and microsurgery at Menness Wellness Clinic.

• Performed sub-specialty training in hand and upper extremity surgery at Chulalongkorn University
• Expert in nerve compression cases involving the hand, wrist, and forearm
• Uses reconstructive microsurgery to repair delicate nerves and tissue for better functional results
• Trained at Ramathibodi Hospital, one of Thailand's leading medical university centres

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Murat Kezer is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement using the MAKO system. Dr. Kezer treats complex conditions, including ligament tears, bone fractures, and joint deformities.

• Completed specialized surgical training for MAKO total and partial joint reconstruction.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery and revision procedures for the knee and hip.
• Provides stem cell and PRP therapy for non-surgical arthritis management.
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.

Dr Kantaphong Thongrong specializes in ultrasound-guided hydrodissection – a non-surgical technique that uses fluid to release compressed nerves for faster carpal tunnel relief.

• Head of the Rehabilitation Department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Uses advanced laser therapy and radio-frequency techniques for chronic pain
• Presented clinical research at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia
• Board-certified physiatrist focused on non-invasive hand and nerve rehabilitation

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.

Dr Semih Ak is an orthopaedics and traumatology specialist at the Turan Turan Musculoskeletal Health Centre, focusing on surgical solutions for hand and limb nerve issues.

• Trained at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on musculoskeletal health and corrective trauma surgery
• Provides surgical expertise for nerve decompression in the wrist
• Practices at a dedicated centre for bone and joint disorders

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. 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 orthopaedics specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with a dedicated focus on hand surgery. He manages complex nerve compression and joint disorders using a range of surgical and non-surgical approaches.

• Specialises in hand surgery to relieve pressure on the median nerve
• Focuses on orthopaedics and traumatology for both paediatric and adult patients
• Expertise includes soft tissue and bone tumour management
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – a leading Turkish institution