Osteoporosis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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 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

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 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 Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with deep expertise in managing bone health and complex fractures.

• Treats osteoporosis-related bone issues through specialised hip and knee joint care
• Manages bone tumours and soft tissue conditions affecting skeletal strength
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Focuses on pediatric orthopaedic surgery for early-onset bone density concerns
• Handles complex hand surgery and reconstructive procedures for fragile bones

Associate Professor Sutantavibul is a fellowship-trained spinal specialist at KDMS Hospital who focuses on treating vertebral fractures caused by osteoporosis.

• Performs vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty to stabilise bone fractures using medical cement
• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery – uses tiny cameras for smaller incisions
• Completed clinical fellowships in South Korea and Japan for spinal care
• Uses percutaneous screw fixation to support the spine without open surgery
• Expert in epidural steroid injections to manage chronic pain from bone density issues

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. 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.

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 Ugur Onur Kasman is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who focuses on bone health and spine diseases.

• Trained at Gazi University – one of Turkey's premier medical research institutions
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
• Specialises in spine surgery and arthroplasty for managing bone density complications
• Expert in tendon repairs and trauma surgery to treat osteoporosis-related fractures
• Uses arthroscopic joint surgery to manage bone and joint health minimally

Dr Gun Keorochana is a spine specialist at KDMS Hospital who trained at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center in the USA.

• Performs vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty – uses bone cement to stabilise painful spinal fractures
• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery for smaller incisions and faster recovery times
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques including MIS TLIF and lateral spinal fusion
• Completed an additional fellowship at the Desert Institute for Spine Care
• Graduated with first class honours from the prestigious Mahidol University

Dr. Burcin Kececi is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Point İzmir Hospital. He specializes in orthopedic oncology, pediatric orthopedics, and complex bone tumors. Dr. Kececi completed specialized training in France focusing on knee, hip, and sports injuries. He also holds rare expertise in minimally invasive hip surgery techniques.

• Specializes in treating bone metastases and soft tissue tumors.
• Performs limb lengthening, tendon transfers, and joint prosthesis replacements.
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS).
• Former board member of the Turkish society TOTBİD.