Best Orthopedic Rehabilitation (per 1 Day) Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr. Songpoj Tanprasert is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). He holds an M.D. and completed formal training in Rehabilitation Medicine. He has extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation.

His expertise includes stroke rehabilitation, chronic pain, sports injuries, and spine disorders. He develops individualized, evidence-based rehabilitation plans. He emphasizes non-surgical pain care and therapeutic exercise. He works with physiotherapists and occupational therapists to improve function.

Dr Theeracha Wuttiphan is an orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in regenerative therapies and stem cell treatments for chronic joint and back pain at ID Clinic.

• Trained as an arthroscopy surgeon at Thammasat University Hospital in Thailand
• Completed advanced training as a spine surgeon at Rajavithi Hospital
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and persistent knee pain
• Focuses on minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques for joint recovery
• Manages complex back pain cases using modern regenerative medical protocols

Assistant Professor Bestami Yalvac is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Serves as an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul
• Expertise in ozone therapy and dry needling for pain management
• Focuses on spinal cord health including cervical and lumbar hernia treatment
• Specialises in recovery for complex strokes and paralysing conditions like paraplegia
• Treats high-performance sports injuries and ligament tears

Dr Piya Assawaboonyadej is a highly specialised orthopedic surgeon who completed a prestigious clinical fellowship in reconstruction at the University of Iowa.

• Expert in musculoskeletal oncology and complex bone tumour reconstruction
• Former lecturer at Naresuan University Hospital – training future specialist surgeons
• Published author on arthroscopic tumour removal techniques
• Member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand
• Specialises in limb salvage and connective tissue surgery at Intrarat Hospital

Professor Demiralp is a veteran orthopaedic specialist who completed advanced training at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic. He manages complex recovery pathways at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Performed 900+ successful orthopaedic procedures throughout his career
• Specialises in recovery following trauma surgery and war injuries
• Expert in limb lengthening and deformity correction using external fixation
• Former Associate Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology and Trauma Graduate Program
• Awarded 'Best Research Presentation' by the Turkish Orthopaedic Association

Dr Pongsathorn Sitthisen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in microsurgery at the prestigious Menness Wellness Clinic.

• Completed advanced sub-specialty training in hand and upper extremity surgery
• Expert in reconstructive microsurgery for complex nerve and tendon injuries
• Trained at Mahidol University and Chulalongkorn University hospitals
• Focuses on restoring functional movement in the wrist and forearm
• Develops personalised recovery programmes for degenerative orthopaedic conditions

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz
Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgeon | Istanbul, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology with extensive experience in joint replacement, sports injuries, and advanced reconstructive surgery. He treats both local and international patients in his private clinic in Istanbul and performs surgeries in leading private hospitals.

He specializes in knee, hip, and shoulder conditions, including robotic-assisted joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and complex trauma care. His practice combines modern surgical techniques with individualized treatment planning to achieve reliable functional outcomes and faster recovery.

In selected cases, Prof. Gemalmaz utilizes advanced 3D planning and patient-specific surgical guides to improve surgical precision, particularly in complex deformities and revision procedures.

He is currently a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine and previously worked at Acıbadem Health Group and Acıbadem University.

Key strengths:
Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment
Modern surgical techniques and robotic-assisted procedures
Strong experience in joint replacement and sports injuries
Clear communication with international patients
Balanced approach between surgical and non-surgical care

1.Bachelor’s degree
- Doctor of medicine, Rangsit university.

2.Master’s degree

>Medical and health science degree
- Professional master’s degree in clinical nutrition in medicine.
- Professional master’s degree in integrative medicine.

>Management degree
- Professional master’s degree in hospital and health services management.

3.Doctorate degree
- Doctorate in psychology (candidate).

4.Diploma
- American Bord of nutritional wellness.
- American naturopathic certification board.

- Certified integrative oncology physician, American institute of integrative oncology.

- Certified fertility wellness physician.

- Certified CBT-I physician.

- Advanced nutritional wellness, IFNW.

-Biochemical and clinical analysis diploma.

- Functional gastroenterology and pediatric food allergies diploma.

- IV nutrition diploma, IFNW.

-Medicinal herbology diploma, IFNW.

Dr Thongchai Theerajumyaporn holds a clinical certificate from SureCell in Melbourne, Australia, specialising in stem cell and PRP therapies for musculoskeletal recovery.

• Completed a fellowship in hip and knee reconstruction at UC Davis School of Medicine in California
• Trained in robotic-assisted spine surgery at the Nicholson Center in Florida
• Expertise includes paediatric spine surgery and adult spinal deformity correction
• Published research on bone morphogenetic proteins and spinal fusion efficacy in international journals
• Qualified in dynamic stabilisation and total disc replacement techniques

Dr Erman Cekic has performed approximately 10,000 knee and hip replacement surgeries. He leads the OrtoCare Clinic and specialises in merging surgical recovery with advanced non-surgical rehabilitation.

• Provides post-operative rehabilitation using electromagnetic and cryocabin therapies
• Expert in stem cell treatments for joint and cartilage repair
• Extensive experience in sports medicine, working with professional and amateur clubs
• Completed advanced training in revision arthroplasty in Vienna, Austria
• Published researcher on radiographic scoring systems for bone healing

Dr Kantaphong Thongrong is a board-certified physiatrist who leads the rehabilitation department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital. He specializes in using advanced robotics and wearable exoskeletons to help patients regain mobility.

• Pioneer in overground wearable exoskeleton gait training for neurorehabilitation
• Expert in ultrasound-guided interventions and hydrodissection for pain relief
• Presented medical research at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia
• Instructor at King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang

Ahn Tae Hoon, MD, PhD, is a cardiology specialist and Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Naeun Hospital. He has expertise in coronary artery disease (angina, myocardial infarction), hypertension, valvular heart disease, heart failure, and cardiovascular interventional procedures.

He earned his PhD in Medicine from Korea University College of Medicine. He completed an Internal Medicine residency at Korea University Guro Hospital and a Cardiology fellowship at Korea University Hyehwa Hospital. He also completed clinical training at the Montreal Heart Institute.

He previously served as Professor and Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Gachon University Gil Medical Center. He was a Clinical Professor at Korea University Anam Hospital and at Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital. His leadership roles include President of KSIC, KCCC, KVIS, and KSC. He also served as Treasurer of KSC and as Organizing Committee Chair of ENCORE SEOUL.

Education

• (1998-2004), Bachelor's Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara
• (2005-2010), Doctorate / Specialization in Medicine Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Experience

• 2005-2011, Assistant Doctor Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2011-2013, Specialist Doctor Kahramanmaraş Women's and Children's Hospital, Kahramanmaraş Necip Fazıl City Hospital (mandatory service)
• 2013-2022, Specialist Doctor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology
• 2022, Associate Professor Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Department of Radiology

Dr Panyajarn Laohapornsvan holds a Bachelor of Medical Science from the University of Nottingham and leads the Orthopaedic Surgery Centre at Navamin 9 Hospital.

• Completed a prestigious spine fellowship at Akita University in Japan
• Specialises in minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) and trauma care
• Certified in advanced endoscopic spinal surgery techniques from South Korea
• Board-certified by the Royal Thai College of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Focuses on spinal deformity and major orthopaedic trauma recovery

Dr Erdinc Genc integrates elite international training from the American Hip Institute in Chicago into his orthopaedic and rehabilitation practice.

• Trained at the UPENN Sports Medicine Centre in Philadelphia – a world leader in athlete recovery
• Completed a fellowship at the Helios Endo Clinic in Hamburg specialising in complex joint recovery
• Holds a specialised qualification in Football Medicine from Istanbul University
• Focuses on sports medicine and functional recovery following major orthopaedic procedures
• Previously served at Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital as a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology

The doctor is an experienced orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and shoulder replacement, serving international patients in Turkey. With expertise in managing trauma treatments of the spine and extremities, the doctor focuses on sports traumatology, including ligament and tendon injuries of the knee, such as meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament injuries.

Graduating from Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, Istanbul University, and completing residency at Istanbul Umraniye Teaching and Research Hospital, the doctor also studied Orthopedic Oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital. Areas of interest include lower and upper extremity trauma surgery, spinal surgery, hip and knee arthroplasty, and the treatment of childhood conditions like pes equinovarus and hip dysplasia.