Best Klumpke's Palsy Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

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Professor Burak Tuna is a leading specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at VM Medical Park Pendik, focusing on restoring limb function through surgical repair.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery, using tiny cameras and instruments to repair joints with minimal scarring
• Uses minimally invasive surgical techniques, which can lead to less post-operative pain and a quicker return to daily activities
• Manages complex ligament injuries and joint instability to improve mobility
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic and Traumatology Association, active in the latest surgical workshops

Professor Bahtiyar Demiralp is an award-winning orthopaedic specialist who trained at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Awarded 'Best Research Presentation' for his work on repairing peripheral nerve defects
• Specialises in trauma surgery and microsurgical techniques for complex nerve injuries
• Uses external fixation to correct limb deformities and manage severe bone trauma
• Former Associate Professor at GATA Military Medical Faculty and Istanbul Medipol University
• Active member of the Turkish Orthopaedic Association and the Turkish Trauma Society

Dr Erman Cekic is a highly regarded orthopaedic surgeon at OrtoCare Clinic who specialising in complex microsurgery and hand reconstruction.

• Specialises in microsurgery, a precise technique essential for repairing delicate nerves and blood vessels in the arm
• Holds a postgraduate qualification in hand surgery from the Prof Dr Rıdvan Ege course
• Experienced in treating upper extremity injuries through his work with professional and amateur sports clubs
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions for orthopaedics and traumatology

Dr Kantaphong Thongrong is the Head of Rehabilitation at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital and a leading innovator in robotic recovery. He presented his work on surgical skills at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia.

• Specialises in hydrodissection – a technique using fluid to release trapped nerves, helping restore hand and arm function
• Uses robotic and wearable exoskeleton training to improve motor control after nerve injuries
• Expert in ultrasound-guided interventions for precise treatment of nerve-related mobility issues
• Completed specialised training in hand rehabilitation for neurological conditions

Ahn Tae Hoon, MD, PhD, is a cardiology specialist and Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Naeun Hospital. He has expertise in coronary artery disease (angina, myocardial infarction), hypertension, valvular heart disease, heart failure, and cardiovascular interventional procedures.

He earned his PhD in Medicine from Korea University College of Medicine. He completed an Internal Medicine residency at Korea University Guro Hospital and a Cardiology fellowship at Korea University Hyehwa Hospital. He also completed clinical training at the Montreal Heart Institute.

He previously served as Professor and Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Gachon University Gil Medical Center. He was a Clinical Professor at Korea University Anam Hospital and at Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital. His leadership roles include President of KSIC, KCCC, KVIS, and KSC. He also served as Treasurer of KSC and as Organizing Committee Chair of ENCORE SEOUL.

Education

• (1998-2004), Bachelor's Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• (2005-2010), Doctorate / Specialization in Medicine Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Experience

• 2005-2011, Assistant Doctor Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2011-2013, Specialist Doctor Kahramanmaraş Women's and Children's Hospital, Kahramanmaraş Necip Fazıl City Hospital (mandatory service)
• 2013-2022, Specialist Doctor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2022, Associate Professor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology

Experience

2022

Private Nisa Hospital

2022 - 2022

American Hip Institute Chicago, USA

2018 - 2022

Health Sciences University Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital

2016 - 2018

Erzincan Mengücek Gazi Training and Research Hospital

2015 - 2015

Helios Endo Clinic, Hamburg, Germany

2015 - 2015

UPENN Sports Medicine Center, Philadelphia, USA

Education

2021

ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE, Department of Sports Medicine, Football Medicine

2016

Health Sciences University, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

2009

ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Prof. Dr. Akif Albayrak is an orthopedic and spine surgeon in Istanbul. He practices at Central Hospital and leads the clinical and surgical spine services.

He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders. His expertise includes scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma and reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery. He treats both adults and children.

His training includes advanced clinical work in Turkey and abroad. He completed an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He progressed from Associate Professor to Professor and publishes regularly in international orthopedic journals.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Professor Hamzaoglu is a pioneer in surgical care who founded Turkey's first dedicated centre for complex spinal and nerve-root conditions. He leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in orthopaedic surgery and complex nerve-root trauma repairs
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and Japans Hokkaido University
• Former Head of Orthopaedics at the Faculty of Medicine of Istanbul University
• Uses innovative surgical techniques to manage severe neurological deficits and spinal trauma
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and leader in spinal research

Yang Young-Joon, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon and Director of the Joint Center. He treats knee and shoulder disorders, sports injuries, foot and ankle problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fractures and other trauma. His practice also includes joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, pediatric orthopedics, hip disorders, hand and foot microsurgery, hand numbness, diabetic foot, hallux valgus, and gout.

He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Catholic Central Medical Center and an orthopedic surgery fellowship at St. Paul’s Hospital at Catholic Central Medical Center. He is a regular member of the Korean Arthroscopy, Knee, and Shoulder Societies and serves as Director of the Orthopedic Center at Naeun Hospital.

1997 - 2002 Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

1990 - 1996 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Articles he wrote and contributed to;

Clinical efficacy of peritendinous platelet-rich plasma injection in the treatment of tendinopathies: A retrospective study Aybars Kıvrak* (a), Mehmet Can Ünlü (a), Esref Terzi (a), Olgar Birsel (b), Doruk Akgun (c), Yusuf Pirincci (d), Gokhan Kaynak(a), Isik Akgun (e) Medium and long-term effects of acetabular roof ring and Burch-Schneider anti-protusio cages in acetabular revisions in patients with acetabular bone deficiency Correspondence: Yusuf Pirinççi , Muhammed Taha Demir, Mumammet Salih, Fahri Erdoğan, Nejat Güney

Dimensional variables of the proximal femur in developmental adult hip dysplasia suggest that a tapered, rectangular, press-fit design may be an optimal choice for patients with Crowe type IV hips

Specialties

Limb Lenghtening 

Sports Surgery

Meniscus Tears

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears

Knee Prosthesis

Hip Prosthesis

Shoulder Prosthesis

Shoulder Slap Repair

Height Extension

Tumor Surgery

Foot Surgery( Hallux Valgus)

Diabetic Foot

Bone Infections (Osteomyelitis)

• 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 dual-specialist surgeon with dedicated experience in paediatric orthopaedics and emergency surgery at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma and nerve-related repairs for infants and children
• Trained at the University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Fluent in English and German for clear communication with international families
• Registered member of the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council

Associate Professor Serdar Toker is a highly qualified hand surgeon who holds a European Diploma from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand.

• Specialises in microsurgery to repair delicate nerves and tendons in the hand and arm
• Completed a research fellowship at the Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Centre in Colorado
• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University where he trained other specialists
• Holds a formal subspeciality diploma in Hand Surgery for complex nerve-related cases