Developmental Dysplasia Of The Hip (ddh) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who focuses on joint preservation and reconstruction.

• Specialises in hip arthroscopy, a minimally invasive technique to treat joint issues through tiny incisions.
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's oldest and most prestigious medical institutions.
• Focuses on orthopaedic trauma and reconstruction to restore mobility in complex hip cases.
• Expert in sports injuries and knee arthroscopy for active patients needing joint repairs.

Dr Yusuf Pirincci is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital who focus on complex reconstructive hip surgery for developmental dysplasia.

• Published research on femoral variables in Crowe type IV dysplasia to improve implant choice
• Specialises in press-fit hip prosthesis designs to ensure better stability in dysplastic joints
• Expertise in limb lengthening and deformity correction for uneven leg lengths
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – a premier Turkish medical institution
• Performs tumour surgery and manages bone infections like osteomyelitis

Personal Information

Name Surname : Serdar TOKER
Place of Birth - Year :    Istanbul - 1972
Academic Title : Assoc. Dr.
Foreign Language : English

Education

Ege University Faculty of Medicine - Graduation
Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital - Specialised
Work Experience

1998 - 2003 Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
2003 - 2004 Kars State Hospital
2004 - 2006 Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
2006 - 2009 Dumlupınar University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology 
2009 - 2010 Research Fellow. Colorado University Denver Healt Centre Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Centre Department of Orthopaedics and Hand Surgery
2010 - 2016 Necmettin Erbakan University Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. Head of Hand Surgery Department
Courses - Seminars and Certificates Received

2013 FESSH (Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand) European Diploma
2015 RMCD Microsurgery Course Course Chair
2015 National Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress Speaker
2015 RMCD Congress Speaker
2014 National Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress Speaker
2013 - 2014 Rıdvan Ege Hand Surgery Course Instructor
2013 RMCD Microsurgery Course Instructor
2013 RMCD Congress Session Chair
2012 Shoulder Elbow Surgery Course Instructor
2012 Subspeciality Diploma in Hand Surgery
2011 RMCD Microsurgery Course
2009 Ankle Arthroscopy Course
2008 Knee Arthroscopy Course
2005 Ilizarov Applications Course

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Dr Mert Filibeli is a dedicated orthopaedic surgeon with significant specialist training in paediatric bone and joint surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Behcet Uz Paediatric Diseases and Surgery Hospital – a dedicated centre for children's surgical needs
• Spearheaded paediatric emergency care and orthopaedic trauma cases across major Turkish teaching hospitals
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology since 2012
• Recognised by the Turkish Orthopaedics Education Council for professional standards and clinical excellence

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a trauma-specialised orthopaedic surgeon who honed his skills through a research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in orthopaedics and traumatology for complex bone alignments
• Serves as an instructor, ensuring his methods follow current clinical guidelines
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Board-certified by the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Experienced in treating congenital hip issues and bone trauma

Dr Firat Oruc is a dedicated specialist in paediatric orthopaedic surgery at Medical Park Antalya, focusing on corrective treatments for children with hip joint conditions.

• Specialises in hip joint surgery and prosthesis for complex structural developments
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Focuses on paediatric orthopaedic surgery to improve mobility in young patients
• Manages bone and soft tissue tumours affecting the skeletal system
• Expertise includes hand surgery and restorative procedures for musculoskeletal trauma

Professor Senol Akman is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a prolific background in complex bone and joint reconstruction.

• Specialises in osteosynthesis – using internal fixations like pins and plates to stabilise and realign bone structures
• Published extensive research on femoral and hip joint complications in the respected journal Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc
• Focuses on paediatric and adolescent orthopaedics including idiopathic scoliosis and complex joint dislocations
• Expertise in bioabsorbable interference screws – providing structural support that the body eventually absorbs naturally

Prof. İbrahim Azboy, M.D.

Languages: English, Kurdish, Arabic

Orthopaedics and Traumatology
 

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Hip & knee arthroplasty (primary, revision, robotic‑assisted)
• Infection prevention & management in joint replacements
• Minimally invasive and joint‑preserving orthopedic surgery
• Sports & trauma-related injuries (e.g. ACL, fractures)
• Osteoarthritis, cartilage damage & osteonecrosis

International Researcher IDs:  

• ORCID: 0000-0003-0926-3029 / Yoksis Researcher ID: 145243 

Education & Training

• 1994–2001: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
• 2002–2008: Ministry of Health Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• 2014 & 2017: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA – Knee and Hip Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy Training
• 2016: Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, USA – Knee and Hip Arthroplasty and Hip Preserving Surgery Training

Academic & Professional Appointments

• 2021–Present: Professor, Istanbul Medipol University
• 2017–2020: Associate Professor, Istanbul Medipol University
• 2011–2017: Assistant Professor, Dicle University
• 2008–2011: Consultant MD, Şanlıurfa and Balıkesir Military Hospitals

Professional Memberships

• Member of 9 national and international orthopedic associations including:
  AAHKS, SICOT, EHS, KADAD, TOTBID, TOTEK, and TTB

Scientific & Educational Contributions

• Prof. Dr. İbrahim Azboy has authored over 70 internationally and 25 nationally peer-reviewed journal articles, contributed to 4 book chapters and 2 book translations, and presented at 25+ international and 65+ national congresses. He also serves as a reviewer for 13 scientific journals, including JBJS, JOA, SICOT-J, and JORR.

Teaching & Speaking Engagements

• Speaker/trainer in 20+ national courses and congresses on topics such as:
• Hip and knee arthroplasty
• Prosthetic joint infections
• VTE prophylaxis
• Surgical approaches and implant strategies

Professor Feridun Cilli brings international expertise to Memorial Bodrum Hospital after completing specialist training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in the USA.

• Specialises in orthopaedic surgery for complex musculoskeletal corrections
• Gained high-volume clinical experience at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Holds a Microsurgery Certificate for delicate tissue and joint repair
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Expertise includes surgical management of paediatric and adult hip deformities

Professor Kececi is a renowned specialist in paediatric orthopaedics who received focused training in minimally invasive hip surgery at the Centre Orthopedique in France.

• Specialises in developmental dysplasia of the hip and paediatric musculoskeletal disorders
• Performs minimally invasive hip surgery – uses smaller incisions for faster healing and less scarring
• Member of SICOT, the ведущая international society for orthopaedic surgery and traumatology
• Extensive experience in limb salvage and complex reconstructive procedures for children

Dr Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with international training from the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedic surgery for hip alignment and stabilization
• Completed residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Focused academic background in musculoskeletal correction and joint preservation
• Trained at Zurich's Balgrist University in specialized joint mechanics
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to improve recovery times for younger patients

Professor Hilmi Elmacioglu specializes in paediatric orthopaedics and the complex management of hip dislocations at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Focuses on paediatric conditions including developmental dysplasia of the hip
• Performs hip arthroplasty – joint replacement surgery for severe or chronic cases
• Expertise in surgical repair of fractures and congenital dislocations
• Treats sports injuries affecting the hip and knee joints
• Experienced in both conservative and invasive orthopaedic interventions

Experience

2017
Private Nisa Hospital

2011 - 2017
Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital

2007 - 2011
Gaziosmanpaşa Private Bilge Hospital

Education

2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

2005
Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases

2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

2000
İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who has published key research on accurately identifying the hip rotation centre in patients.

• Completed specialised training in developmental hip dysplasia (DDH) and clubfoot management
• Researched pelvic landmarks to improve surgical accuracy for hip joint procedures
• Expertise in both open and paediatric supracondylar surgery for complex orthopaedic cases
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

Associate Professor Erden Erturer is a senior specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with deep expertise in reconstructive hip surgery and joint preservation.

• Specialises in extremity reconstruction using the Ilizarov method to correct bone deformities and joint misalignments
• Performs hip arthroscopy, a minimally invasive technique for joint repair that uses small incisions for faster recovery
• Member of the Turkish Arthroplasty Society, focusing on complex joint replacement and reconstruction
• Published over 25 international papers on orthopaedic traumatology and surgical outcomes

Professor Omer Faruk Bilgen is a leading authority in hip surgery who pioneered a new technique for managing Crowe Type IV hip dislocations. He serves as the President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association.

• Performs 650 orthopaedic surgeries yearly including complex hip reconstructions
• Developed a specific two-stage muscle evaluation method for severe hip dysplasia
• Recognised as an international lecturer and education advisor for Stryker USA
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• Published research on surgical techniques in global orthopaedic journals