Hand surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on reconstructive limb procedures and trauma recovery.

• Completed a surgical research fellowship at Denver Health Hospital in the United States
• Served as Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital for four years
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Accredited by the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Specialises in arthroscopy – using small cameras and tiny incisions for faster joint recovery

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with a dedicated clinical focus on hand surgery.

• Treats traumatic hand injuries and chronic conditions affecting the wrist and fingers
• Specialises in paediatric orthopaedic surgery for congenital or injury-related hand issues
• Practises at a major JCI-accredited medical centre in Turkey
• Combines hand microsurgery expertise with broader orthopaedic trauma management

Dr Mert Filibeli is a dual-language specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on orthopaedics and reconstructive hand surgery.

• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma and surgical repair of hand injuries
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital – a major regional surgical hub
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Highly proficient in German and English for clear international patient communication
• Experienced in paediatric orthopaedics and emergency surgical care

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.

Professor Kececi is a highly regarded specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focuses on limb salvage and complex orthopaedic reconstruction.

• Specialises in tendon transfers to restore hand and arm function after injury
• Trained in France in minimally invasive techniques for faster patient recovery
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS)
• Former General Secretary of the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch
• Manages complex reconstruction cases including elbow and shoulder surgery

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Dr. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Dr. Burak Gunaydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in prosthetic surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and pediatric orthopedic oncology. Dr. Gunaydin won the Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award for clinical research.

• Completed AO Trauma advanced surgical training in Austria.
• Performs single-bundle and double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Publishes research in the International Journal of Surgery and Archives of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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

• Specialises in paediatric hand surgery and complex musculoskeletal oncology
• Heads the orthopaedic department at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Won multiple Akif Sakir Sakar Scientific Awards for clinical research
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Trained as a clinical visitor at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Birmingham

An orthopedic specialist experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of bone and joint conditions, with particular expertise in knee and shoulder disorders. Provides comprehensive orthopedic care, including both conservative treatment and surgical procedures, tailored to each patient’s condition.

Areas of Expertise:

• Total Knee Replacement
• Knee and Shoulder Arthroscopy
• Osteoarthritis and Joint Disorders
• Sports Injuries
• Fractures and Joint Dislocations
• Knee and Shoulder Conditions
• General Orthopedic Surgery

Treatment Approach:
Focused on accurate diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and restoring mobility and quality of life through appropriate non-surgical and surgical treatment options.

Dr. Yusuf Pirincci is an orthopedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in limb lengthening and joint replacement surgery. Dr. Pirincci graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He treats patients of all ages for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and revision hip arthroplasty procedures.
• Treats bone infections, sports injuries, and developmental hip dysplasia.
• Authored research on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating tendinopathies.
• Works at an AACI-accredited facility with 99% success in joint replacements.