Conservative treatment of scoliosis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Haluk Cabuk is an orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in knee, shoulder, and ankle surgery with a focus on arthroplasty. Dr. Cabuk completed a clinical fellowship in Germany at the GO:H Sports Clinic. He concentrated on knee circumferential osteotomies and total knee replacement techniques.

• Winner of the Derviş Manizade Science Award for orthopedic research.
• Received the Tusyad Overseas traveling education scholarship for sports injuries and arthroscopy.
• Treats complex conditions including meniscus tears, scoliosis, and hip fractures.
• Performs MAKOplasty and stem cell therapy for arthritis and knee joint health.

Professor Ahmad Dogan is a highly distinguished orthopaedic surgeon and researcher specialising in the non-surgical management of complex paediatric bone deformities.

• Completed a prestigious fellowship at Orthopadisches Spital Speising in Vienna, a renowned centre for paediatric orthopaedics
• Serves as the Chief of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology at Valued Med Hub Hospitals
• Recognised expert member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society (EPOS)
• Specialises in deformity correction and limb lengthening using advanced Ilizarov techniques
• Extensively published in peer-reviewed journals on musculoskeletal alignment and corrective surgery outcomes

Dr Pradab Pradasuk is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Navamin 9 Hospital who integrates non-surgical correction with advanced rehabilitation techniques.

• Specialises in managing scoliosis without invasive surgery through structured orthotics
• Background at Mahidol University, one of Thailands most prestigious medical institutions
• Focuses on spinal stability using therapeutic bracing and targeted rehabilitation
• Equipped to manage complex spine cases including fractures and decompression
• Expertise in orthopaedic rehabilitation for improving posture and spinal alignment

Dr. Serdar Toker is an orthopedic surgeon at Private Yüzyıl Hospital in Turkey. He holds the prestigious FESSH European Diploma in Hand Surgery. Dr. Toker treats complex musculoskeletal conditions and spinal deformities. He serves as a microsurgery course chair and instructor for national surgical societies.

• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University.
• Completed a research fellowship at the Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Center in Denver.
• Performs specialized procedures including arthroscopy, joint replacement, and scoliosis surgery.
• Earned a subspecialty diploma in hand surgery.

Dr Mert Filibeli is a highly specialised orthopaedic surgeon with significant expertise in paediatric spine care from his time at Dr Behcet Uz Paediatric Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Specialist training from the University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching Hospital
• Certified by the Turkish Orthopaedics Education Council for clinical excellence
• Experienced in managing complex skeletal development and paediatric emergency orthopaedics
• Fluent in English and German for clear communication with international families

Dr. Burcin Kececi is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical Point İzmir Hospital. He specializes in orthopedic oncology, pediatric orthopedics, and complex bone tumors. Dr. Kececi completed specialized training in France focusing on knee, hip, and sports injuries. He also holds rare expertise in minimally invasive hip surgery techniques.

• Specializes in treating bone metastases and soft tissue tumors.
• Performs limb lengthening, tendon transfers, and joint prosthesis replacements.
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS).
• Former board member of the Turkish society TOTBİD.

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 Mustafa Ozdemir leads the orthopaedics team at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in spinal health and structural bone disorders.

• Holds a doctorate in medical specialisation from the prestigious Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Published researcher in musculoskeletal imaging, aiding precise diagnosis of spinal curvatures
• Former Associate Professor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on non-surgical management and orthopaedic traumatology for spinal conditions
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's top-tier medical faculties

Professor Cengiz Sen leads the orthopaedic team at Biruni University Hospital, bringing over two decades of academic and clinical leadership to paediatric and adult bone care.

• Specialises in treating congenital limb deformities and orthopaedic diseases in children
• Former Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Focuses on orthopaedic rehabilitation and non-surgical management of complex structural disorders
• Published researcher in musculoskeletal health with numerous papers on degenerative bone conditions
• Expertise includes limb reconstruction and the management of developmental skeletal issues

Dr. Ibrahim Azboy is an orthopedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in primary, revision, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements. Dr. Azboy completed specialized arthroplasty training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He also held a research fellowship at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Authored over 70 internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on orthopedic innovation.
• Performs MAKOplasty total hip replacement and robotic-assisted knee surgery.
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses da Vinci robotic systems.

Professor Cagatay Ozturk is a leading authority in spinal deformities, currently serving as a board member of the Turkish Spine Association at Liv Hospital. He is a prolific researcher who has authored over 100 international articles specifically focused on spinal health.

• Member of the prestigious Scoliosis Research Society
• Expertise includes both paediatric and adult spinal curvature management
• Scientific advisor for the European Spine Journal
• Completed orthopaedic residency at Uludag University
• Specialises in minimally invasive approaches to spinal care

Professor Necdet Demir leads the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department at Biruni University Hospital, where he manages complex spinal conditions.

• Heads the specialist surgical team as the Department Chair
• Holds a PhD in Orthopaedics and Traumatology from Bezmialem Vakif University
• Expertise includes spine-specific trauma and structural corrections
• Focuses on university-led clinical research for modern orthopaedic care
• Provides senior oversight for all paediatric and adult spinal protocols

Professor Turgut Akgul is a multi-award-winning orthopaedic specialist who serves on the board of the Turkish Spine Society.

• Recognised with the AO Spine Best Oral Presentation award for his work on complex spinal conditions
• Serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery
• Specialises in Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) and non-fusion scoliosis management
• Leads research into spinopelvic parameters and patient quality of life outcomes
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital and the Koc University Hospital Spine Centre