Injuries of bones and joints Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Professor Necdet Demir leads the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department at Biruni University Hospital, where he specialises in surgical repair for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Head of Orthopaedics at a major university teaching hospital in Istanbul
• Expert in traumatology, managing acute fractures and severe joint dislocations
• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Oversees surgical training for the next generation of orthopaedic specialists

Dr. Lee Kyung Hoon heads the orthopedic surgery department at Na-Eun Hospital. He specializes in joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery. He treats degenerative arthritis and complex fractures of the extremities. Dr. Lee earned his medical degree from The Catholic University of Korea. He completed specialized residency training at The Catholic Medical Center.

• Performs knee, hip, shoulder, and ankle replacements.
• Treats sports injuries including meniscus and rotator cuff tears.
• Maintains membership in the Korean Orthopedic Association and Korean Knee Society.
• Completed specialized training in microsurgery and trigger point injections.

Associate Professor Bura Sindhupakorn serves as the Director of the Center of Excellence in Biomechanics Medicine, specialising in complex joint recovery and sports injuries.

• Completed a fellowship in Canada focusing on adult hip and knee reconstruction surgery
• Trained in Munich, Germany, for arthroscopic surgery – using tiny cameras for minimally invasive joint repair
• Former Head of the Orthopaedic Department at Suranaree University of Technology
• Serves as a consultant at Kin Origin Rehab Center for joint and bone injuries
• Expert in biomechanics, applying engineering principles to improve patient movement and recovery

Dr Fahrettin Atalmış is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Egemed Hospital with a focus on trauma and restorative bone surgery.

• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on traumatology, treating acute fractures and complex joint injuries
• Practised as a specialist at major public and private centres like Koru Hospital
• Provides surgical solutions for degenerative joint disease and bone trauma

Dr Mehmet Taskoparan specialises in minimally invasive trauma surgery and percutaneous spinal repair for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs percutaneous spinal surgery using small punctures for faster patient recovery
• Uses shock wave therapy (ESWT) to treat heel spurs and tennis elbow without surgery
• Specialises in arthroscopic meniscus and ligament repair for sports-related injuries
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and the Arthroplasty Society
• Highly skilled in total hip and knee prostheses for rheumatic joint disorders

Professor Dipchand Bhaskar Bhandare has performed over 2,000 orthopaedic surgeries and leads specialized care at Manipal Hospitals.

• Specialises in spinal surgeries and joint replacements for bone and joint injuries
• Treats complex trauma and physical deformities resulting from cerebral palsy
• Recognised by the Government of Goa for his work in paediatric rehabilitation
• Received the Indian Medical Association Award for exceptional clinical results
• Trained at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser leads orthopaedic care at Private Koru Ankara Hospital, specialising in robotic-assisted joint replacements and complex trauma recovery.

• Performs robotic knee arthroplasty – uses computer guidance for more precise implant alignment and faster recovery
• Treats extremity traumas including complex bone fractures and muscle or tendon tears
• Specialises in orthopaedic oncology for the surgical removal of bone tumours
• Uses arthroscopy for sports injuries – a keyhole technique that reduces scarring and downtime
• Appointed as a Full Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University in 2018

Associate Professor Huseyin Bahadir Gokcen is a spine and trauma specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He has completed a dedicated fellowship in spine surgery at the prestigious Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Treats complex bone and joint injuries including fractures and spinal trauma
• Specialises in prosthetic surgery for joint replacement and long-term mobility
• Focuses on sports medicine for ligament repairs and joint stability
• Served as a clinical lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
• Highly skilled in managing surgical medical sciences for orthopaedic emergencies