Best Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

With more than 1,000 successful surgeries performed, Dr Yusuf Bayram is a leading specialist in arthroscopic knee procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Focuses specifically on closed arthroscopic techniques for meniscus and knee repairs
• Completed specialist training at the Umraniye Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul
• Uses modern surgical technology to ensure precise repairs and faster recovery
• Handles complex orthopaedic trauma cases alongside routine meniscus treatments

Dr Theeracha Wuttiphan is an orthopaedic surgeon who uses arthroscopic techniques at Thammasat University Hospital. He focuses on joint preservation and sports medicine.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery at Vimut Vipavadi Hospital
• Completed medical training at Perpetual Medical University in the Philippines
• Consults on joint pain cases at the ID Medical Centre
• Expertise includes stem cell therapy for knee pain and arthritis
• Trained spine surgeon with experience at Rajavithi Hospital

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Professor Bahtiyar Demiralp is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in arthroscopic techniques and complex joint reconstruction
• Recognised with the Best Research Presentation award by the Turkish Orthopaedic Association
• Former Associate Professor at Medipol University teaching advanced surgical trauma and oncology
• Member of the Turkish Musculoskeletal Tumour Society and the Turkish Trauma Society
• Expertise in treating intra-articular fractures using external fixation methods

Dr Burak Tuna has performed over 900 successful treatments as an orthopaedic specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He focuses on minimally invasive keyhole surgery to treat complex ligament and cartilage damage in the knee.

• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery for meniscus repair and ACL tears
• Applies minimally invasive surgical techniques to aid faster patient recovery
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic and Traumatology Association
• Evaluates each patient personally to create customised joint recovery plans

Dr Erman Cekic is a highly focused specialist in joint and cartilage surgery who has completed advanced master-level training in knee arthroscopy.

• Completed postgraduate training in knee, shoulder, and ankle arthroscopy to deliver precise joint repairs
• Specialises in sports medicine and stem cell therapies for enhanced cartilage recovery
• Member of the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Integrates post-operative rehabilitation and medical exercise programmes into his patient recovery plans

Associate Professor Sami Sokucu is a European Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in complex knee and joint reconstruction at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Holds Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT) certification
• Faculty member at Istanbul Aydin University training the next generation of orthopaedic specialists
• Extensively published in international journals on knee deformity correction and advanced fixation techniques
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

Associate Professor Murat Aydin focuses on minimally invasive arthroscopy to repair joint tissue with reduced scarring and faster recovery times.

• Specialises in treating sports-related injuries including ligament tears and cartilage damage
• Uses advanced diagnostic tools to tailor surgical plans for meniscus repair
• Holds the rank of Associate Professor at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals
• Expert in trauma care and reconstructive surgery for complex joint issues
• Contributes to medical research on regenerative medicine and improved fracture healing

Professor Eyup Bakmaz is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with a major focus on sports-related knee injuries.

• Specialises in knee and hip arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint repair
• Former Chief Assistant at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise covers both routine meniscus repairs and complex orthopaedic trauma
• Focuses on sports medicine to help patients regain full joint mobility

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.

Dr Pongtep Na Nakorn serves as a leading specialist in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery at Thailand's specialised KDMS Orthopedic Hospital.

• Specialises in shoulder and knee arthroscopy for meniscus injuries
• Fellowship-trained in sports medicine at Thammasat University
• Completed orthopaedic surgery residency at the prestigious Mahidol University
• Expertise focuses on minimally invasive techniques for joint repair
• Treats athletes and active patients requiring functional knee recovery

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. This was Turkey's first facility dedicated to spine surgery. Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex procedures. He treats conditions like scoliosis, herniated discs, and spinal tumors.

• Founded the first specialized spine surgery center in Turkey.
• Introduced novel surgical techniques for scoliosis and kyphoplasty.
• Held clinical leadership roles at the Minnesota Spine Center in the US.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s first EOS imaging device.