Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) revision Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Dr Pradab Pradasuk is a seasoned orthopaedic surgeon at Navamin 9 Hospital who focuses on restorative knee surgery and complex joint reconstructions.

• Trained at Mahidol University, one of the most prestigious medical schools in Thailand
• Performs orthopaedic rehabilitation as part of a complete recovery programme
• Uses arthroscopic techniques for less invasive joint assessments during revision surgery
• Handles diverse musculoskeletal cases from limb prosthetics to complex spinal surgery

Dr. Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specializing in orthopedics and traumatology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He treats complex musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis, hip fractures, and developmental hip dysplasia. Dr. Ozdemir works at a JCI-accredited facility that utilizes robotic surgical systems for joint procedures.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for total hip replacement.
• Specializes in limb prosthetics, including bionic legs and electronic arm prostheses.
• Conducts minimally invasive procedures like endoscopic discectomy and arthroscopic meniscus repair.
• Provides stem cell therapy for arthritis and regenerative treatments for knee joints.

Professor Halil Ibrahim Bekler is a highly senior orthopaedic surgeon who previously served as the Chief of Orthopaedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital.

• Trained in advanced microsurgery at the prestigious Cleveland Medical Center
• Held the position of Head of Orthopaedic and Traumatological Surgery at the American Hospital
• Completed a specialist fellowship at the Columbia University School of Medicine
• Regularly performs complex reconstructive procedures for knee and hip prostheses
• Recognised academic leader who has trained numerous assistant specialists in the field

Professor Cengiz Sen leads the orthopaedics team at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in complex revision arthroplasty and degenerative joint disease.

• Performed extensive research on infected nonunion and total knee replacement outcomes
• Served as a Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine for over a decade
• Specialises in robotic-assisted knee surgery for improved implant alignment
• Expertise includes stem cell therapy for joint regeneration and paediatric orthopaedic care
• Published numerous peer-reviewed articles on advanced reconstruction of limb deformities

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a specialist in complex knee revisions, having refined his surgical skills at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted revision surgery and managing prosthetic joint infections
• Completed advanced hip and knee arthroplasty training at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia
• Serves as a Professor at Istanbul Medipol University – a leading Turkish academic centre
• Published over 70 international peer-reviewed articles on orthopaedic outcomes and surgical techniques
• Active member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)

Dr Yusuf Yahsi is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a strong focus on arthroplasty and complex trauma reconstruction.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery
• Completed intensive residency training at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Specialises in adult arthroplasty, hand surgery, and paediatric orthopaedics
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex post-operative recovery

Dr. Rodi Ertogrul is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, sports injuries, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Ertogrul completed fellowships at Balgrist University in Zurich and the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Expert in robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty for high-precision joint surgery.
• Performs advanced shoulder and elbow surgery following prestigious Swiss and US training.
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility using the da Vinci surgery system.

Dr Mehmet Soyarslan is a highly trained orthopaedic specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a specific focus on robotic-assisted joint surgery.

• Member of the Robotic Knee Surgery Association, specialising in technology-driven precision
• Completed advanced cadaveric training in complex knee and peripheral sports injuries
• Published research on determining hip rotation centres to improve surgical accuracy
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association
• Presented international clinical research on surgical outcomes in Switzerland and South Africa

Professor Suleyman Bulent Bektaser is a leading orthopaedic specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital who focused his early career thesis on total knee replacement outcomes.

• Holds the rank of Professor at Yuksek Ihtisas University in Turkey
• Performs robotic-assisted knee prosthesis surgery for improved alignment
• Specialises in complex revisions for failed or worn joint replacements
• Manages bone tumours within the hospital's orthopaedic oncology unit
• Maintains an active research profile with numerous peer-reviewed scientific articles

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

Prof. H. Mustafa Özdemir is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine. He has more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric spine surgery. His focus includes spinal deformities, degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma, and complex spinal reconstruction.

He completed a spine surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. He also received clinical training at Heidelberg University. He has served as Chief Physician and Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology at major teaching hospitals. He is active in medical education and contributes to orthopedics and spine surgery through his academic and clinical work.

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemür is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has broad experience in orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. He treats bone and soft-tissue tumors, bone metastases, and pediatric bone tumors. He also performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery.

He has served as Professor, Chief Physician, and Medical Director. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care and uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Prof. Dr. Levent Bayam is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He completed advanced training and held clinical roles in the United Kingdom and Canada. His training includes fellowships in hip and knee arthroplasty and postgraduate qualifications in trauma, orthopedics, and sports medicine.

His practice focuses on hip and knee replacement, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, trauma surgery, and the care of hip and foot fractures. His care is evidence-based and shaped by his international training and academic roles.