Arthroscopic meniscectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Yusuf Pirincci is a specialist in sports surgery and knee preservation at Atlas University Hospital. He focus on complex meniscus tears and anterior cruciate ligament repairs using minimally invasive techniques.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Published clinical research on using platelet-rich plasma injections to improve recovery in orthopaedic patients
• Specialised in arthroscopic surgery and prosthetic reconstruction for joint preservation
• Experienced in managing bone infections and complex diabetic foot complications
• Contributes to clinical studies on long-term outcomes for joint and bone deficiency surgeries

Dr Firat Oruc is a senior orthopaedic specialist at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, where he focuses on joint restoration and knee surgery.

• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Focuses on arthroscopic techniques to preserve as much natural knee tissue as possible
• Handles complex cases involving both soft tissue injuries and bone tumours
• Expertise extends to paediatric orthopaedic surgery for younger patients with joint issues
• Part of a major Turkish hospital group known for high surgical volumes

Associate Professor Samet Erinc is a specialist in orthopaedic trauma and joint disorders at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Completed advanced training at Loyola University in Chicago focusing on complex orthopaedic care
• Certified in arthroscopic instrumentation to perform precise keyhole surgery for joint injuries
• Holds Eurospine accredited education modules for comprehensive structural joint and spinal management
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Specialises in managing both degenerative joint diseases and acute orthopedic trauma cases

Dr. Burak Gunaydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in prosthetic surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and pediatric orthopedic oncology. Dr. Gunaydin won the Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award for clinical research.

• Completed AO Trauma advanced surgical training in Austria.
• Performs single-bundle and double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Publishes research in the International Journal of Surgery and Archives of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. Lee Dongyeop is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy and joint replacement. He performs arthroscopic surgery (joint endoscopy) and total knee replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, sports injuries, and chronic knee conditions.

Credentials: M.D.-Ph.D. combined program, The Catholic University of Korea Graduate School of Medicine. Internship and orthopedic surgery residency, The Catholic University of Korea Catholic Medical Center. Clinical Instructor (fellow), Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea.

Dr. Yang Yeongjun is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint care and arthroscopy. He treats knee and shoulder disorders and performs arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement (arthroplasty). He also manages trauma and sports conditions, including sports injuries, foot and ankle problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fractures.

He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Catholic Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship at Catholic Medical Center St. Paul’s Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society, the Korean Knee Society, and the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society.

Dr. Kim Jin Gu is a Korean orthopedic surgeon who specializes in knee surgery and sports medicine. He is the Medical Director and the Sports Medicine Center Director at Myongji Hospital. His main areas are ACL reconstruction, meniscus surgery and transplantation, knee arthroscopy, and knee replacement. He offers pre‑treatment online consultations for international patients.

In 2022 he surpassed 3,000 ACL reconstructions over more than 25 years of practice. He trained at the University of Pittsburgh. He introduced advanced ACL techniques. His team uses the CUVIS Joint robot for precise knee replacement. He serves as Vice President of the Korean Society of Sports Medicine. He is a council member of the Korean Knee Society and the Korean Arthroscopy Society. He serves on the editorial boards of the American Journal of Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy and Orthopedic Sports Medicine. His awards include Best Paper and Most Cited (Korean Knee Society), Best Paper (Korean Arthroscopy Society), and Best Doctor (Korean Athletic Trainers Association). He earned his MD from Seoul National University. He completed his MS and PhD at Inje University. He is the lead author of Knee Arthroscopy—Up‑to‑Date Guide (Springer).

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. 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.

Professor Burcin Kececi gained specialist training in knee and sports injuries at Hopital de la Croix Rousse in France. He currently serves at Medical Point Izmir Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Holds international membership with the Societe Internationale de Chirurgie Orthopedique et de Traumatologie
• Specialises in complex knee surgery and minimally invasive orthopedic procedures
• Experienced in treating sports-related trauma and meniscus injuries
• Fellowship trained in France for advanced hip and joint reconstruction