Arthrodesis of the ankle joint Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Thongchai Theerajumyaporn holds a clinical certificate from SureCell Melbourne in Australia, specialising in advanced regenerative therapies for osteoarthrosis and musculoskeletal conditions.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at UC Davis School of Medicine in California
• Uses stem cell and PRP therapy to support traditional joint fusion outcomes
• Specialises in adult degenerative conditions and complex joint reconstructions
• Trained in robotic-assisted surgery at the Nicholson Center in Florida
• Published research on bone load distribution and subchondral bone mechanics

Dr. Esref Terzi is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on joint reconstruction and traumatic injury repair. Dr. Terzi uses the MAKO robotic system for high-precision hip and knee replacements. He has published research on 3D bioprinting for bone formation.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears and rotator cuff injuries.
• Treats complex spinal conditions like scoliosis and funnel chest deformity.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease.
• Participated in medical exchange programs in Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Greece.

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a highly regarded orthopaedic specialist who completed advanced trauma research training at Denver Health Hospital in the United States.

• Specialises in complex joint reconstructions and trauma-related orthopaedic surgery
• Holds associate professor status at Health Sciences University Antalya Application Centre
• Board-certified member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association
• Expertise in sports injuries and arthroscopy through his work with the TUSYAD association
• Served as Chief Assistant at major Antalya training and research hospitals

Firat Oruc is a specialist surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex who focuses on complex orthopaedic and traumatology reconstructions. He handles a broad range of surgical cases across joint surgery and bone tumours.

• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine across general medicine and orthopaedic surgery
• Specialises in managing bone and soft tissue tumours impacting joint stability
• Provides expertise in paediatric orthopaedic surgery for younger patients
• Practises at a major multi-disciplinary hospital complex equipped for rehabilitation

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. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

Professor Burcin Kececi specialises in limb salvage and complex orthopaedic reconstruction at Medical Point Izmir Hospital.

• Trained in minimally invasive hip and knee surgery in France at Centre Orthopedique
• Serves as a member of the International Society of Limb Salvage
• Specialises in ankle surgery and oncology-related orthopaedic trauma
• Holds memberships with the European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society and SICOT
• Former general secretary for the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch of TOTBID

Dr Yusuf Pirincci leads complex orthopaedic cases at Atlas University Hospital, bringing specialist expertise from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in foot surgery and diabetic foot management
• Focuses on limb lengthening and reconstructive procedures for bone deficiencies
• Published research on optimal implant designs for complex joint reconstructions
• Handles bone infections and osteomyelitis alongside joint stabilisation
• Experienced in multi-level trauma and sports-related orthopaedic surgery