Best Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Sami Sokucu is a dual board-certified orthopaedic specialist who holds prestigious fellowship status with the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.

• Specialises in knee and hip arthroplasty at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
• Expert in using the Taylor Spatial Frame for complex knee deformity corrections
• Published extensive research on robotic-assisted techniques and femoral lengthening
• Faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University training the next generation of surgeons
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

Dr. Mehmet Taner Ozdemir is an orthopedist and bone tumor specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He completed training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. This facility is a top-ranked center for orthopedics in the United States. Dr. Ozdemir focuses on orthopedic oncology and complex trauma surgery.

• Member of the European Musculoskeletal Tumor Society.
• Treats bone and soft tissue tumors, including sarcoma and chondrosarcoma.
• Performs joint replacements, arthroscopic surgeries, and stem cell therapy.
• Authored over 15 international and national medical publications.

Dr. Kayhan Turan is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He performed the first robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements in Turkey. Dr. Turan has completed over 3,500 robotic surgeries. He specializes in joint reconstruction and sports medicine.

• Member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
• Completed an orthopedic surgery externship at Northwestern University Medical School.
• Uses the NAVIO 7 system for customized robotic joint replacements.
• Treats complex conditions like osteoarthritis, coxarthrosis, and meniscus tears.

The doctor is a highly accomplished Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon with over 21 years of clinical experience and more than 6,000 successful procedures. Specializing in robotic-assisted knee arthroplasty, advanced arthroscopy, and sports medicine, the doctor utilizes cutting-edge systems like CORI and ROSA to ensure precision. Clinical expertise spans shoulder reconstruction, complex fracture management, spine care, and regenerative medicine.

Holding a PhD with honors, the doctor serves as the Director of the Sports Injuries Department at Olympion Medical Center. With a strong academic background and international recognition, the doctor has authored 25 peer-reviewed articles and provides expert medical consultancy for professional sports organizations.

Dr. Piya Assawaboonyadej is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in bone and connective tissue tumor surgery. He completed a clinical fellowship in Orthopedic Oncology and Reconstruction at the University of Iowa. Dr. Assawaboonyadej is a member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Expert in musculoskeletal tumor surgery and limb salvage techniques.
• Performs complex procedures including robotic knee replacement and endoscopic discectomy.
• Treats diverse conditions like developmental hip dysplasia and bone sarcomas.
• Practices at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Thailand.

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 specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in arthroplasty and complex reconstruction at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Former Associate Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology and Trauma Graduate Programme
• Recognised with multiple best research awards for his work in limb reconstruction
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic Association and the Turkish Trauma Society
• Extensive international training including specialist courses in Italy, Germany, and Japan

Dr. Murat Kezer is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement using the MAKO system. Dr. Kezer treats complex conditions, including ligament tears, bone fractures, and joint deformities.

• Completed specialized surgical training for MAKO total and partial joint reconstruction.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery and revision procedures for the knee and hip.
• Provides stem cell and PRP therapy for non-surgical arthritis management.
• Member of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction.

Dr Erman Cekic is a highly experienced orthopaedic surgeon at OrtoCare Clinic who has successfully performed approximately 10,000 knee and hip replacement surgeries.

• Completed advanced postgraduate training in knee arthroplasty and revision surgery in Vienna, Austria
• Specialises in joint and cartilage surgery using biological supports like stem cell therapy
• Experienced in treating both high-level professional athletes and elderly patients with advanced joint wear
• Expert in non-surgical anti-ageing treatments and post-operative rehabilitation programmes to improve recovery

Associate Professor Murat Aydin is a senior orthopedic specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who excels in complex joint reconstruction. He focuses on restoring mobility through precision surgical techniques and personalised rehabilitation plans.

• Specialises in knee and hip replacement surgery with a focus on functional outcomes
• Skilled in minimally invasive arthroscopy to reduce scarring and speed up recovery
• Serves as an Associate Professor, actively researching new fracture healing methodologies
• Brings expertise in complex trauma reconstruction for severely injured joints
• Expert in treating sports-related ligament tears and cartilage damage

Associate Professor Rapeepat Narkbunnam is a specialist in adult reconstructive surgery who trained as a visiting scholar at Stanford University Medical Centre in the United States.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted replacement for both knee and hip joints
• Performs partial knee replacements to preserve healthy bone and ligaments
• Consults at KDMS Hospital – Thailand's first specialised orthopaedic facility
• Expert in complex revision surgery for previous joint replacements
• Fellowship trained in adult reconstructive surgery at Siriraj Hospital

Dr. Eyup Bakmaz is an orthopedic surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in orthopedic trauma, sports injuries, and joint reconstruction. Dr. Bakmaz previously served as the Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. He treats bone and joint conditions using both traditional and endoscopic methods.

• Performs knee and hip arthroscopy for minimally invasive joint repair.
• Treats complex fractures, meniscus tears, and osteoarthritis.
• Specializes in total joint replacements including hip and knee arthroplasty.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Kenan Keklikci is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, joint prosthesis, and sports injuries. Dr. Keklikci completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis and severe osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.

• Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy.
• Performs robotic knee replacement and total hip replacement surgery.
• Expert in arthroscopic procedures for the ankle, hip, and knee.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

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.

Dr Thongchai Theerajumyaporn completed clinical training in Melbourne at SureCell Australia, specialising in advanced regenerative therapies for osteoarthrosis and musculoskeletal conditions.

• Holds a certificate for robotic-assisted surgery from the Nicholson Center in Florida
• Fellowship trained in hip and knee reconstructions at the UC Davis School of Medicine in California
• Researched load distribution in subchondral bone for the Journal of Orthopedic Surgery
• Expertise includes using PRP and stem cell therapy alongside surgical interventions
• Experienced in minimally invasive techniques for complex joint and spinal reconstructions

Dr Napon Sinthuvanich has performed over 900 orthopaedic treatments and is a leading expert in robotic-assisted joint replacement at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted surgery for high-precision knee and hip replacements
• Performs partial knee replacements for patients with limited joint damage
• Handles complex revision surgeries for previously failed joint replacements
• Completed advanced subspecialty training in adult hip and knee reconstructive surgery
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to help speed up patient recovery times

Dr Firat Oruc is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, focusing heavily on joint reconstruction.

• Specialises in knee, hip, and shoulder replacements
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on prosthesis placement and joint stability
• Handles complex cases involving bone and soft tissue tumours
• Experienced in paediatric orthopaedic surgery and hand trauma