Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Cengiz Sen specialises in paediatric orthopaedics and limb deformities, having served as a professor at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine for over a decade.

• Wrote his specialist thesis on pelvic osteotomies – surgical reshaping of the hip socket to improve joint stability
• Expert in managing congenital limb deformities and degenerative joint diseases in children
• Uses stem cell therapy to support joint healing and treat arthritic conditions
• Publishes clinical research on complex hip reconstruction and bone fracture treatments
• Former lead at major university hospitals, training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler leads orthopaedic care at Avicenna International Hospital with top-tier training from the Cleveland Medical Center and Columbia University.

• Specialises in orthopaedic microsurgery – focuses on precise tissue repair for better joint function
• Trained at Columbia University School of Medicine in hand and microsurgery techniques
• Former Chief of Orthopaedics at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital – trained the next generation of specialists
• Performs complex hip prosthesis procedures for patients requiring durable joint correction

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemür is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has broad experience in orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. He treats bone and soft-tissue tumors, bone metastases, and pediatric bone tumors. He also performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery.

He has served as Professor, Chief Physician, and Medical Director. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care and uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.

Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk specialises in total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia of the hip, focusing on complex joint reconstruction at Risus Clinic Istanbul.

• Performs specialist hip surgery to correct developmental dysplasia in adult patients
• Expertise in revision hip arthroplasty to fix or replace failing earlier implants
• Published researcher on surgical blood loss management in the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery
• Uses hip arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint repair with smaller incisions
• Experienced in stem cell therapy as a conservative option for joint preservation

Prof. H. Mustafa Özdemir is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine. He has more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric spine surgery. His focus includes spinal deformities, degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma, and complex spinal reconstruction.

He completed a spine surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. He also received clinical training at Heidelberg University. He has served as Chief Physician and Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology at major teaching hospitals. He is active in medical education and contributes to orthopedics and spine surgery through his academic and clinical work.

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Koru Ankara Hospital specialising in complex hip and knee reconstructive surgery.

• Appointed as a Full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University – a key medical training institution
• Specialises in prosthetic surgery and robotic-assisted techniques for joint reconstruction
• Manages bone tumours through orthopaedic oncology surgery to preserve limb function
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties
• Expert in extremity trauma including complex fractures and tendon repairs

Prof. Dr. Levent Bayam is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He completed advanced training and held clinical roles in the United Kingdom and Canada. His training includes fellowships in hip and knee arthroplasty and postgraduate qualifications in trauma, orthopedics, and sports medicine.

His practice focuses on hip and knee replacement, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, trauma surgery, and the care of hip and foot fractures. His care is evidence-based and shaped by his international training and academic roles.

Dr. Mustafa Akkaya earned his medical degree from Gazi University (2003–2009). He completed his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazit University (2009–2014). He holds a PhD in Musculoskeletal System and Regenerative Medicine from the same university (2016–2020).

In 2022, he received the European Knee Society Knee Arthroplasty Traveling Researcher Fellowship in robotic knee arthroplasty. He worked as a clinical researcher at Helios ENDO‑Klinik Hamburg (2021–2022), focusing on advanced joint surgery and prosthetic infections. He also worked as a clinical researcher at Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna (2014), focusing on arthroscopic joint surgery, meniscus, and cartilage. In 2013, he held the same role at ATOS Clinic Heidelberg.

Clinical interests include joint surgery, knee and hip surgery, prosthetic infections, meniscus and cartilage surgery, and regenerative medicine.

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

Dr. Aziz Cataltepe is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions, including bone injuries, joint fractures, and scoliosis. Dr. Cataltepe also focuses on orthopedic oncology and spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Treats complex conditions like hip dysplasia, meniscus tears, and coxarthrosis.
• Performs orthopedic procedures at a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.
• Specializes in surgical treatments for valgus deformity and hand surgery.
• Works at a hospital that treats 600,000 patients every year.

Professor Erdinc Genc leads orthopaedic care at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital after completing specialist training at the world-renowned American Hip Institute in Chicago.

• Specialises in hip preservation and reconstructive surgery for developmental issues
• Completed a clinical fellowship at Philadelphia's UPENN Sports Medicine Centre
• Trained in joint replacement techniques at the Helios Endo Clinic in Germany
• Expertise in football medicine from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on minimally invasive hip procedures to help speed up recovery