Knee Osteoarthritis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Sinthuvanich specialises in robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery at KDMS Hospital, a dedicated centre for orthopaedic care.

• Performs robotic-assisted knee replacement – uses computer guidance for more stable and natural-feeling joint movement
• Expert in partial knee replacement – preserves healthy bone and ligaments to allow for a quicker recovery
• Manages complex and revision surgeries – handles cases where previous joint replacements require repair or replacement
• Trained in hip and knee reconstruction at Siriraj Hospital – Thailand's premier medical training institution

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.

Dr. Kim Joo Young is an orthopedic surgeon at Samsung Balance Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in regenerative treatments and joint reconstruction. Dr. Kim served as the director of orthopedic surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He treats complex conditions like knee osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and frozen shoulder.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and osteoarthritis.
• Expert in knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction.
• Former professor at the Catholic University of Korea.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association.

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. 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.

Dr Firat Oruc is a specialist surgeon at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on rebuilding mobility through joint replacement and knee surgery.

• Specialises in knee prosthesis to restore function and reduce chronic joint pain
• Expertise in orthopaedic oncology for managing both bone and soft tissue tumours
• Performs paediatric orthopaedic surgery for complex musculoskeletal cases in children
• Handled diverse surgical cases at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Practises at Medical Park Antalya, a major multidisciplinary health complex

Professor Kesmezacar is a highly credentialed orthopaedic specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, having completed fellowships at Cornell University in New York and the Health Sciences Center in Ontario.

• Specialises in intra-articular injections including PRP and hyaluronic acid to manage joint wear without surgery
• Expert in high tibial osteotomy – a procedure that realigns the knee joint to shift weight away from damaged cartilage
• Performs arthroscopic microfracture to stimulate new cartilage growth in the knee
• Published peer-reviewed research on non-surgical treatments and long-term joint survival outcomes

Dr Naputt Virasathienpornkul graduated with first-class honours before completing specialist fellowship training in sports medicine at the renowned Lerdsin Hospital.

• Specialises in musculoskeletal rehabilitation to help patients regain mobility without immediate major surgery
• Researches post-surgical recovery and muscle health to improve long-term joint function
• Focuses on sports medicine protocols for managing joint wear and tear
• Published clinical research on functional independence after complex hip and joint fractures
• Practises at EDNA Wellness, focusing on integrated orthopaedic care and recovery

Dr. Athip Kongklam is an orthopedic surgeon in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. He focuses on the knee, shoulder, and hip. He completed his residency at Vajira Hospital (2024). He finished subspecialty training in sports medicine at Siriraj Hospital (2025). He also completed international training at Aspetar (FIFA Centre of Excellence, Qatar), Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital (Catholic University of Korea), Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Hospital, and in Singapore. His expertise includes ACL/PCL and multiligament knee reconstruction. He performs meniscus, rotator cuff, and labral repairs. He also provides fracture care.

He holds the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine (2025). He completed IOC Drug in Sport (2024), AFC Football Emergency Medicine and Anti‑Doping (2024), and the FIMS Team Physician course (2023). He is an orthopedic and sports medicine specialist at Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital and the Sports Clinic, Department of Physical Education (2025–present). He served as Team Physician at Bangkok Open 2024. He was a Sports Physician at the Ju‑Jitsu World Championship 2025 in Bangkok. His awards include TOSSM 2025 Best Paper. He presented at the HKOA 45th Annual Meeting 2025. He received the Resident’s Choice and Highest Knowledge/Performance/Attitude awards (2024). In 2023, he won the resident paper award and achieved the highest summative exam score.

Dr Mert Filibeli is a highly skilled orthopaedic surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital with a focus on musculoskeletal reconstruction.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council
• Handled complex bone and joint cases at major teaching hospitals
• Specialises in surgical interventions for severe joint degneration
• Fluent in English and German for clear patient communication

Dr. Jakkarin Phunphakchit is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in joint replacement. He earned his MD from the College of Medicine, Rangsit University. He completed fellowships in orthopedic surgery and joint replacement at Thammasat University Hospital.

His practice focuses on robot-assisted knee and hip replacement. He also performs direct anterior approach (DAA) hip replacement, primary hip and knee replacement, and revision joint replacement. He is experienced in total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA).