Valgus Deformity Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Mustafa Ozdemir leads orthopaedic cases at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in surgical corrections for complex foot and spine misalignments.

• Performs surgical intervention for severe valgus deformity to restore proper foot alignment and mobility
• Holds a Doctorate in Medicine from Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Uses diagnostic radiology expertise to precisely map bone structures before commencing surgical repairs
• Associate Professor credentialed by the Ministry of Health for high-level clinical expertise

Dr Erdinc Genc practiced at the American Hip Institute in Chicago, bringing international orthopaedic expertise to Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Trained at the Helios Endo Clinic in Germany – a world-renowned centre for joint replacement
• Specialises in sports medicine and orthopaedics for lower limb correction
• Completed a fellowship at the UPENN Sports Medicine Center in Philadelphia
• Focuses on restoring mobility through precise surgical realignment of the foot
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

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 Selman Dogan has performed over 1,100 procedures, specialising in complex lower extremity surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Focuses on lower extremity trauma and corrective surgery for structural foot and leg issues
• Highly rated for joint replacement and reconstruction involving the lower limbs
• Trained in orthopaedic oncology at Medeniyet University to manage bone and soft tissue tumours
• Experienced in sports traumatology, treating complex ligament and tendon injuries

Professor Gursel Saka is a finalist for the Tubitak Technology Awards, recognised for his technical precision at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in arthroplasty – joint reconstruction to correct severe foot alignment issues
• Focuses on trauma surgery and complex bone deformity correction
• Former Associate Professor at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in pelvis and spinal surgery for comprehensive skeletal alignment
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

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.

The doctor is renowned for his groundbreaking research in Orthopedic Surgery, focusing on enhancing the healing process of tendon injuries. His studies on Tendoflex® and Hypericum perforatum have demonstrated significant improvements in Achilles tendon tensile strength in experimental models. The combined use of these agents has shown favorable mechanical and histological outcomes, suggesting increased collagen expression during healing. This research contributes to developing treatments that could expedite recovery for patients undergoing tendon repair surgery.

Professor Hamzaoglu established Turkey's first dedicated spine surgery centre and currently leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. He brings global expertise to complex orthopaedic corrections, having refined his surgical skills in both Japan and the United States.

• Specialises in corrective orthopaedic surgery for bone and joint deformities
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center in the USA to master surgical techniques
• Completed clinical research at the University of Hokkaido in Japan
• Professor at Istanbul University – a leading institution for orthopaedics and traumatology
• Founder of the first specialised spine centre in the region

Professor Sami Sokucu has performed over 1,100 orthopaedic procedures and leads the surgical team at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialises in single-sided surgical correction for complex bone and joint misalignments
• Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT)
• Member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association for joint reconstruction
• Recognised by the Provincial Health Directorate for his commitment to patient care
• Sits on the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association board