Halyus Valgus Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Ahmet Arik has performed over 1,100 orthopaedic treatments at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital. He is a senior specialist focused on surgical correction for structural foot conditions.

• Specialises in surgical correction of Hallux Valgus to restore foot alignment
• Performs minimally invasive procedures to reduce post-operative pain and scarring
• Practises at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital – a major private facility in Ankara
• Focuses on functional recovery to help patients return to normal activities

Dr Ugur Onur Kasman is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He focuses on restoring foot function and mobility through precise tendon and joint repairs.

• Specialises in arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery for reconstructive foot care
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Expert in tendon injuries and repairs to ensure proper toe alignment
• Trained at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine and Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Dr Mert Filibeli is a surgical specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who provides focused orthopaedic care for complex foot deformities.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology since residency
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council for clinical excellence
• Experienced in paediatric surgical cases at Dr Behcet Uz hospital
• Holds C2-level German language certification for international patient consultations

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.

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a trauma specialist at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on functional recovery through precise orthopaedic techniques.

• Completed a trauma research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the United States
• Serves as an Instructor at Health Sciences University – training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council since 2016

Dr. Firat Oruc is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in joint replacement and complex surgery for the knees, shoulders, and hips. Dr. Oruc earned his medical degree and completed residency training at Akdeniz University. He treats a broad range of conditions, including bone tumors and pediatric orthopedic disorders.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and scoliosis surgery.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and spinal conditions.
• Works at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

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. 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.

Professor Bulent Erol is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist who formerly led the Department of Orthopaedics at Marmara University.

• Trained at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as a Research Clinical Fellow
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society and Turkish Traumatology Association
• Won multiple Akif Sakir Sakar Scientific Awards for clinical and experimental studies
• Completed a clinical residency at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the UK
• Specialises in complex musculoskeletal reconstructions and corrective orthopaedic procedures

Professor Burcin Kececi is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital who specialises in complex foot and ankle reconstructions.

• Performed specialised training in France focusing on minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Expert in diabetic foot surgery and managing chronic lower limb deformities
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS) for complex bone care
• Uses tendon transfers to restore function and improve patient mobility after surgery