Valgus Deformity Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a highly published orthopaedic specialist who trained at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He currently leads major orthopaedic programmes as a Professor at Istanbul Medipol University.

• Specialises in joint-preserving surgery and minimally invasive techniques for correcting deformities
• Trained at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia in hip and knee arthroplasty
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
• Authored over 70 peer-reviewed international articles on complex orthopaedic outcomes
• Serves as a formal reviewer for the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery

Associate Professor Serdar Toker is a highly qualified orthopaedic surgeon who completed a research fellowship at the University of Colorado Denver Health Centre.

• Holds a European Diploma from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand
• Specialises in ankle arthroscopy – a minimally invasive keyhole technique for faster joint recovery
• Uses Ilizarov applications to correct complex bone deformities and limb misalignments
• Served as Head of the Hand Surgery Department at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Expert in microsurgery and reconstructive procedures for delicate bone and tissue repair

Dr. Turgut Akgul is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in scoliosis, kyphosis, and complex spine revision surgery. Dr. Akgul uses Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) for scoliosis treatment. This technique allows for spinal correction while maintaining patient flexibility.

• Board member and Treasurer of the Turkish Spine Society.
• Received the AO Spine Best Oral Presentation award for research on spinal tuberculosis.
• Specialist in narrow canal surgery and pelvic reconstruction.
• Associate Editor for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery and Acta Orthopaedica.

Dr Fahrettin Atalmış is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Egemed Hospitals who trained at the prestigious Ankara Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats orthopaedic conditions such as valgus deformity using both inpatient and outpatient protocols
• Completed specialist orthopaedic residency at one of Turkey's major state research hospitals
• Provides surgical correction for bone deformities to restore mobility and reduce chronic pain
• Practices at Egemed Hospitals, a facility focused on serving international patients

Benjaporn Ngamratchada is an experienced physiotherapist and Pilates specialist. She is the Clinic Manager at Le Physio Clinic and a Senior Physio Pilates Instructor at The Balance Pilates. She graduated with first-class honors in Physical Therapy from Mae Fah Luang University. She holds professional license no. 12676.

Her expertise includes musculoskeletal injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and sports recovery. She combines Manual Therapy and Myofascial Release with Clinical Pilates. She treats complex cases such as scoliosis and herniated nucleus pulposus. She also provides prenatal, postnatal, and elderly care with a focus on long-term results.

Seongcheol Moon serves as the Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Nanoori Hospital, where he leads surgical interventions for complex bone alignment issues.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery, using tiny cameras and small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Member of the Korean Knee Society, focusing on anatomical alignment and joint preservation
• Published clinical research in the Journal of Orthopaedic Science regarding radiological results and surgical outcomes
• Trained at Kyung Hee University Hospital, a top-tier medical institution in South Korea

Professor Kwangyeal Lee is a key member of the Asia-Pacific Orthopaedic Association and specializes in major joint corrections at Seoul's Nanoori Hospital.

• Performs total knee replacements to correct severe valgus alignment and restore limb function
• Uses arthroscopic surgery – a minimally invasive technique using small cameras for faster joint recovery
• Formerly served as Section Chief at the Center of Joint at Sun Hospital
• Published clinical research on ultrasound evaluation for joint and tendon health
• Active member of the Korean Knee Society and the Korean Orthopaedic Association

Dr. Ozgur Ismail Turk is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Risus Clinic Istanbul. He published research on managing blood loss in scoliosis surgery in The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery. Dr. Turk focus on shoulder, elbow, and hand surgery alongside sports injury reconstruction.

• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, ankle, and shoulder.
• Treats orthopedic conditions using stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee injuries.
• Conducts fetal surgery for spina bifida and spine tumor embolization.
• Corrects foot deformities using the Lapidus 3D bunion correction procedure.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is an orthopaedic specialist who refined his expertise in spine and musculoskeletal surgery at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles.

• Specialises in total knee arthroplasty and corrective limb surgery to improve mobility and alignment.
• Certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Training Council (TOTEK).
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery.
• Researches muscle strength recovery following knee procedures to ensure better functional outcomes for patients.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Prof. H. Mustafa Özdemir is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine. He has more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric spine surgery. His focus includes spinal deformities, degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma, and complex spinal reconstruction.

He completed a spine surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. He also received clinical training at Heidelberg University. He has served as Chief Physician and Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology at major teaching hospitals. He is active in medical education and contributes to orthopedics and spine surgery through his academic and clinical work.

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemür is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has broad experience in orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. He treats bone and soft-tissue tumors, bone metastases, and pediatric bone tumors. He also performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery.

He has served as Professor, Chief Physician, and Medical Director. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care and uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.