Best ALMIS - minimal invasive hip arthroplasty Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr Burak Tuna specialises in minimally invasive joint surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He focuses on restoring mobility through techniques that reduce recovery times and post-operative discomfort.

• Specialises in ALMIS - anterior lateral minimally invasive surgery for hip replacements
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Authored several research papers on innovative surgical techniques and patient joint outcomes
• Expert in managing complex joint dislocations and ligament instability
• Uses advanced arthroscopic methods to treat osteoarthritis and chronic joint pain

Professor Bahtiyar Demiralp is a highly trained 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
• Recognised for research excellence with multiple 'Best Presentation' awards in orthopaedic surgery
• Fellow of the Mayo Clinic Orthopaedic Surgery and Research departments
• Expertise includes limb-sparing surgery and advanced trauma reconstruction
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedic Association and the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society

Dr. Erman Cekic has performed 10,000+ knee and hip replacement surgeries. He is an orthopedic surgeon at OrtoCare Clinic in Istanbul. Dr. Cekic specializes in joint and cartilage surgery using biological stem cell treatments. He provides surgical and non-surgical care for professional sports clubs and elderly patients.

• Utilizes the MAKO robotic system for high-accuracy joint replacement procedures.
• Expert in arthroscopic meniscus repair and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
• Treats complex bone deformities, scoliosis, and hand conditions requiring microsurgery.
• Research contributor on radiographic union scores for predicting bone fracture healing.

Associate Professor Sami Sokucu is a European Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specialising in advanced limb reconstruction and minimally invasive techniques at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT)
• Expert in less invasive stabilisation systems and muscle-sparing surgical approaches
• Published extensive research on motorised lengthening nails and Taylor Spatial Frame technology
• Faculty member at Istanbul Aydin University training the next generation of surgeons
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

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.

Dr Erdinc Genc brings international expertise to hip surgery, having trained at the prestigious American Hip Institute in Chicago. He specialises in bone-preserving techniques at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Completed specialist training at the Helios Endo Clinic in Hamburg, a global leader in joint replacement
• Fellowship trained at the UPENN Sports Medicine Centre in Philadelphia
• Focuses on minimally invasive hip arthroplasty to speed up patient recovery
• Holds a specialised degree in Football Medicine from Istanbul University
• Expertise in managing both degenerative joint disease and complex sports-related hip injuries

Professor Selman Dogan specialises in restorative joint surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – one of Turkey's largest private medical centres. He focuses on restoring mobility through hip arthroplasty and complex trauma reconstruction.

• Performs minimally invasive hip and knee replacements for adult and paediatric patients
• Completed advanced training in orthopaedic oncology at Medeniyet University
• Uses regenerative Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy to accelerate tissue healing after surgery
• Member of the surgical team at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital
• Specialises in treating developmental hip dysplasia and congenital limb conditions

Professor Gursel Saka is a leading orthopaedic surgeon who uses MAKOplasty robotic technology for high-precision hip replacements at Hisar Hospital. He was a finalist in the Tubitak XI Technology Awards for his work in medical innovation.

• Specialises in pelvis and acetabulum surgery to repair complex hip socket injuries
• Uses robotic-assisted systems to improve implant alignment and speed up patient recovery
• Treats advanced coxarthrosis and degenerative hip joint disease with minimally invasive methods
• Former Associate Professor at Health Sciences University Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in reconstructive trauma and complex pelvic ring fractures

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. 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 holds a clinical training certificate from SureCell Melbourne for using advanced cell therapies in treating osteoarthritis. He leads orthopaedic care at Intrarat Hospital with extensive specialist training from the United States.

• Completed a fellowship in hip and knee reconstructions at UC Davis School of Medicine in California
• Trained in robotic-assisted surgery at the Nicholson Center in Florida
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to improve recovery times for joint patients
• Published research on bone load distribution and graft efficacy in major medical journals

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a trauma research specialist who trained at Denver Health Hospital in the United States. He currently leads orthopaedic care as an instructor at the Health Sciences University Antalya Center.

• Specialises in precise, minimally invasive techniques for hip and joint reconstruction
• Recognised by the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Handled complex orthopaedic trauma cases as Chief Assistant at Antalya Training Hospital
• Focuses on hip arthroplasty methods that prioritise faster recovery times

Dr Samet Erinc is a specialist in joint disorders at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He gained international perspective through surgical training at Chicago Loyola University in the USA.

• Focuses on hip and knee joint disorders and complex orthopaedic trauma
• Completed Eurospine accredited education modules through the Turkish Spine Society
• Holds certification in basic microsurgery for delicate clinical work
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Trained in advanced fracture management and arthroscopic surgery instrumentation