Osteoporosis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Jirachai Pisutbenya is a spinal surgery specialist at the JCI-accredited KDMS Hospital, focusing on managing complex bone health issues and spinal deformities.

• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery – uses tiny incisions for quicker patient recovery
• Performs minimally invasive repairs to stabilize bones weakened by density loss
• Fellowship-trained in spinal surgery at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital
• Manages cervical spine conditions and adult spinal deformity cases

Professor Kutsi Tuncer is an orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler who specialises in bone health and tumour management.

• Trained in orthopaedic oncology at Ankara University and Acıbadem Medical School
• Expert in hip and knee arthroplasty – joint replacement surgery to restore mobility
• Specialises in extremity reconstruction using Ilizarov methods to repair complex bone issues
• Member of the Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Dr. Pradab Pradasuk is an orthopedic surgeon with 24 years of experience at Navamin9 Hospital in Bangkok. He consults in English and Thai.

His practice focuses on arthroscopy and knee reconstruction. This includes ACL surgery, meniscectomy, arthroplasty, and joint replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, including rotator cuff tears. He manages ankle and foot conditions, including arthrodesis, joint replacement, Achilles tendon repair, and toe or foot reconstruction. He performs fracture surgery of the forearm, pelvis, and spine. Spine procedures include endoscopic discectomy, decompression, fusion with instrumentation, and spinal cord stimulation (SCS). He provides limb prosthetics and orthotics. He provides orthopedic rehabilitation, including Re-Step. Diagnostic support includes MRI, CT, and chest X-ray.

Professor Yang Young Joon leads the Joint Centre at Na-Eun Hospital, where he maintains dual expertise in complex orthopaedic trauma and fracture management.

• Specialises in managing bone fragility and fractures through the hospital's dedicated Orthopaedic Centre
• Expert in joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery – using small incisions for faster patient recovery
• Recognised member of the Korean Knee Society and the Korean Arthroscopy Society
• Manages diabetic foot and gout cases alongside metabolic bone health

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He leads the surgical management of bone health and fracture prevention.

• Specialises in orthopaedic trauma and fracture management for weakened bones
• Focuses on hip and knee arthroscopy – minimally invasive joint surgery with smaller incisions
• Provides surgical care for sports injuries and metabolic bone fragility
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – a premier medical institution

Professor Yusuf Pirincci is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital with deep expertise in bone health and reconstructive surgery.

• Specialises in managing complex bone infections and metabolic bone conditions
• Expert in joint replacement surgery involving hip, knee, and shoulder prostheses
• Published research on surgical solutions for bone deficiencies and femoral health
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on limb lengthening and reconstructive procedures for skeletal integrity

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, focusing on joint-preserving surgery and fracture management. He holds a prestigious fellowship from the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, the top-ranked orthopaedic hospital in the US.

• Specialises in managing fragility fractures caused by osteoporosis and low bone density
• Expert in joint-preserving techniques to maintain mobility and reduce the need for surgery
• Uses robotic-assisted technology for high-precision hip and knee reconstructions
• Published over 70 international peer-reviewed articles on bone and joint health
• Member of the International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)

Personal Information

Name Surname : Serdar TOKER
Place of Birth - Year :    Istanbul - 1972
Academic Title : Assoc. Dr.
Foreign Language : English

Education

Ege University Faculty of Medicine - Graduation
Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital - Specialised
Work Experience

1998 - 2003 Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
2003 - 2004 Kars State Hospital
2004 - 2006 Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
2006 - 2009 Dumlupınar University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology 
2009 - 2010 Research Fellow. Colorado University Denver Healt Centre Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Centre Department of Orthopaedics and Hand Surgery
2010 - 2016 Necmettin Erbakan University Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. Head of Hand Surgery Department
Courses - Seminars and Certificates Received

2013 FESSH (Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand) European Diploma
2015 RMCD Microsurgery Course Course Chair
2015 National Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress Speaker
2015 RMCD Congress Speaker
2014 National Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress Speaker
2013 - 2014 Rıdvan Ege Hand Surgery Course Instructor
2013 RMCD Microsurgery Course Instructor
2013 RMCD Congress Session Chair
2012 Shoulder Elbow Surgery Course Instructor
2012 Subspeciality Diploma in Hand Surgery
2011 RMCD Microsurgery Course
2009 Ankle Arthroscopy Course
2008 Knee Arthroscopy Course
2005 Ilizarov Applications Course

Associate Professor Adil Turan is an orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya with high-level training from Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in managing bone fragility and fractures caused by osteoporosis
• Holds board certification from the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Serves as a clinical instructor training other orthopaedic specialists in Turkey
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Expert in trauma research and surgical stabilization of weakened bones

Dr Mert Filibeli is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who manages bone health and fracture prevention at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics Education Council – an organisation focused on surgeon training standards
• Trained at Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Treats bone density issues and fractures in both adults and paediatric patients
• Registered member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Dr. Lee Kyung Hoon is an orthopedic specialist and department head. He treats degenerative arthritis and knee and hip disorders. He performs knee arthroscopy and arthroplasty. He also treats foot and ankle conditions, shoulder problems such as frozen shoulder and rotator cuff tears, osteoporosis, and fractures and other extremity injuries.

He earned his MD from The Catholic University of Korea. He completed his orthopedic residency at The Catholic Medical Center. He finished a fellowship and served as a clinical instructor at Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital.

He has served as department head at Nasarath International and Himchan General Hospital Incheon. He was also director at Himchan Hospital Incheon and Medrex Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Orthopedic Association, the Korean Knee Society, the Korean Fracture Society, the Korean Hip Society, the Korean Arthroscopy Society, and the Catholic University Knee Research Society. He completed TPI training and a microsurgery workshop.