Stem cell therapy for arthritis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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 Burak Onvural previously served as the team doctor for Altay FC, a Turkish Premier League football club, specialising in high-stakes sports injuries.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at Ranawat Orthopaedics in the United States
• Trained in advanced microsurgery techniques at the University of Louisville in Germany
• Recognised as a Mobile Arthroscopy Specialist by the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology
• Practises at the dedicated Onvural Orthopedic Center in Izmir
• Specialises in regenerative treatments for joint reconstruction and ligament repair

Associate Professor Necdet Demir serves as the Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Biruni University Hospital – one of Turkey's leading flat-rate medical research centres.

• Specialises in treating joint conditions at a major university faculty hospital
• Completed orthopaedic surgical training at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Oversees orthopaedic care and department clinical standards as Department Head
• Focuses on restoring mobility through bone and joint trauma expertise

Professor Cengiz Sen leads orthopaedic care at Biruni University Hospital, specialising in biological joint treatments and regenerative therapies for degenerative diseases.

• Former Professor at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's leading academic institutions
• Published extensive research on innovative total knee replacement and joint restoration techniques
• Specialises in treating congenital limb deformities and complex paediatric orthopaedic conditions
• Successfully manages both routine degenerative joint disease and difficult revision cases
• Background includes a senior clinical thesis on advanced pelvic osteotomies

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a highly published orthopaedic expert who trained at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Specialises in joint-preserving surgery and modern cartilage damage treatments
• Focuses on regenerative approaches for osteoarthritis and osteonecrosis
• Published over 70 international peer-reviewed articles on orthopaedic outcomes
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
• Former Assistant Professor at Dicle University and current Professor at Istanbul Medipol University

Dr. Pichayanith Sroysuwan is a physician at Harmony Life Center in Bangkok. He holds dual certification from the American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine. He specializes in personalized wellness, stem cell therapy, and restorative medicine. Dr. Sroysuwan has completed over 63,000 procedures throughout his career.

• Certified by the American Board of Laser Surgery.
• Treats chronic conditions using NAD+ therapy, chelation, and ozone therapy.
• Performs regenerative treatments for knee osteoarthritis and stroke rehabilitation.
• Trained in aesthetic dermatology and botulinum toxin rejuvenation.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly credentialed orthopedic surgeon who completed a specialized clinical fellowship at the UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles.

• Holds a BOARD certificate from the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Specialises in regenerative approaches for degenerative joint and spine diseases
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery
• Published extensive research on knee arthroplasty and musculoskeletal recovery
• Regularly lectures on radiological evaluation and musculoskeletal tumours

Dr. Metin Aytekin is a expert in molecular medicine and clinical biochemistry at Estophia Hospital. He holds an adjunct staff position at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Aytekin played a key role in founding one of Turkey’s largest stem cell centers. He specializes in stem cell therapy for aging, arthritis, and orthopedic conditions.

• Serves as the Vice President of the Genome and Stem Cell Center.
• Published over 40 peer-reviewed articles on cardiovascular and lung diseases.
• Winner of the American Heart Association Postdoctoral Training Award.
• Awarded for best oral presentation at the Cleveland Pulmonary Hypertension Summit.

The doctor has extensive experience in occupational medicine, having worked in this field from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, from 2005 to 2013, the doctor served at Haseki Education and Research Hospital, contributing significantly to the medical community. Additionally, from 1987 to 2013, the doctor was involved with Haliç University, working with the Foundation for Children with Leukemia, showcasing a long-standing commitment to pediatric oncology and research.

Professor Kwangyeal Lee is a leading specialist in joint reconstruction and regenerative treatments at Nanoori Hospital. He brings high-level expertise from his time as Section Chief of the Joint Centre at Sun Hospital.

• Specialises in arthroscopic knee surgery and cartilage restoration
• Member of the Korean Knee Society and the Korean Orthopaedic Association
• Published researcher in collagen-mediated rheumatoid arthritis treatments
• Member of the Asia-Pacific Orthopaedic Association
• Focuses on sports injury recovery and joint preservation techniques

Professor Ozgur Ismail Turk is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Risus Clinic Istanbul with a focused research background in complex spinal and joint health.

• Specialises in orthopaedic stem cell therapy for arthritis and joint degeneration
• Performs advanced knee and hip arthroscopy to preserve joint function
• Experienced in total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia cases
• Published researcher in The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery
• Expert in both conservative and surgical management of degenerative joint disease