Best Rehabilitation With Exoskeleton Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

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

• Specialises in complex trauma and reconstruction at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Formerly an Associate Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology and Trauma Graduate Program
• Expert in limb sparing surgery and external fixation for severe injuries
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic Association and the Turkish Trauma Society
• Awarded for research into innovative treatments for peripheral nerve defects

Professor Kantaphong Thongrong is a specialist physiatrist who leads the rehabilitation department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital. He is a primary investigator in clinical trials studying wearable exoskeleton gait training for stroke recovery.

• Completed advanced robotic neurorehabilitation training with the Thai Society of Neurorehabilitation
• Studied exoskeleton manufacturing and clinical applications at HIWIN and ASIA University in Taiwan
• Pioneers the use of non-invasive robotic technologies for geriatric and neurological patients
• Presented research on surgical skills and medical education in Perth, Australia

Dr. Songpoj Tanprasert specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center in Bangkok. He focuses on restoring function for patients with neurological and musculoskeletal disorders. Dr. Tanprasert builds evidence-based plans for stroke recovery and chronic pain management. He works at a specialized center treating 200 patients annually.

• Specializes in stroke rehabilitation, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injury.
• Prioritizes non-surgical pain care and individualized therapeutic exercise programs.
• Performs specialized techniques including Bobath therapy and occupational therapy.
• Treats neurological conditions and post-surgical impairments in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Dr. Baris Topcular is a neurologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He focuses on dementia, movement disorders, and multiple sclerosis. He trained at the University of Basel in Switzerland. He also works in the molecular neuroimaging department for PET scans. Dr. Topcular treats patients at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Turkey.

• Specialize in botulinum toxin applications for movement disorders.
• Performs neuropsychological assessments and molecular brain imaging.
• Treats complex conditions like Parkinson's disease and dystonia.
• Manages neurodegenerative diseases using stem cell therapy protocols.

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.

With over 25 years of clinical and academic experience, the doctor is a highly accomplished specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Clinical expertise encompasses hand surgery, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, orthopedic oncology, and trauma surgery. The doctor has held significant positions at various training and research hospitals, including serving as a founding specialist at the Hand Surgery Clinic of Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor has pursued international professional development, including an observership at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. After being appointed Associate Professor in 2018, the doctor attained the rank of Professor in 2024 and currently practices as a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Dr. Thongchai Theerajumyaporn is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted spine surgery and joint reconstruction. Dr. Thongchai completed intensive fellowships in spine and joint surgery at UC Davis, California. He is a member of the Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Certified in robotic spine surgery at the Florida Hospital Nicholson Center.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Treats adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and complex pediatric spine deformities.
• Performs total disc replacements and minimally invasive spine procedures.
• Published research on bone morphogenetic proteins and spinal screw placement.

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He manages a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions with a focus on joint restoration and mobility.

• Specialises in hip and knee joint surgery and prosthetic care
• Experienced in paediatric orthopaedic surgery for younger patients
• Focuses on soft tissue and bone tumours within the orthopaedic unit
• Practises at a major multi-profile medical centre in Antalya
• Background includes specialist training at the Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

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

• Specialises in complex orthopaedics and traumatology at Medical Park Antalya
• Serves as an Associate Professor and instructor training the next generation of specialists
• Holds certification from the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Expertise includes mechanical rehabilitation and trauma recovery protocols

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.

Dr Khumchum is a board-certified physiatrist specialising in neurorehabilitation and robotic gait training using wearable exoskeleton technology.

• Trained in advanced imaging and ultrasound-guided toxin injections for spasticity and gait abnormalities
• Specialises in stroke recovery and geriatric rehabilitation using robotic-assisted movement
• Completed specialist residency at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok
• Research contributor to the Royal College of Physiatrists on sensory loss and diabetic patient care
• Expertise in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for neurological recovery