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Lee Kyung Hoon

  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, Na-Eun Hospital (South Korea)
  • Professor Lee Kyung Hoon leads the Orthopaedic Department at Na-Eun Hospital and specialises in rehabilitative care for complex joint disorders. He brings high-level expertise in restoring mobility for patients suffering from degenerative arthritis and traumatic limb injuries.

    • Completed specialist Trigger Point Injection training for targeted musculoskeletal pain relief
    • Holds a fellowship from Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital at The Catholic University of Korea
    • Full member of the Korean Knee Society and the Korean Hip Society
    • Specialises in post-surgical recovery for joint replacements and rotator cuff repairs
    • Expertise includes diagnosing and managing osteoporosis to prevent future fractures
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Ersin Sahin

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  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Izmit, Private Yüzyıl Hospital
  • Dr Ersin Sahin has performed over 900 successful treatments as an orthopaedic physical therapist at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

    • Graduated from the prestigious Ege University Faculty of Medicine in physical medicine and rehabilitation
    • Specialises in creating personalised recovery plans for post-surgical and chronic pain patients
    • Focuses on restoring mobility using manual therapy and evidence-based therapeutic exercises
    • Uses advanced clinical equipment including ultrasound and electrical stimulation for pain management
    • Collaborates directly with orthopaedic surgeons to manage complex rehabilitation cases
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Firat Oruc

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Dr. Fırat Oruç is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with 20 years of experience (since 2005). He has worked at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex since 2008. He previously worked at Private Lara Hospital (2005–2007) and completed his military service at GATA Istanbul (2007–2008).

    Clinical focus includes knee, shoulder, and hip surgery; joint prostheses; soft tissue and bone tumors; pediatric orthopedics; and hand surgery. He earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine (1993–1999). He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at Akdeniz University (1999–2005).

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Mert Filibeli

  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • Dr. Mert Filibeli is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He completed his residency at the University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital in 2017. He currently works as a surgeon at Medicalpark Hospital and İzmir University of Economics. He has also worked at Buca Seyfi Demirsoy Teaching and Research Hospital and Dr. Behçet Uz Pediatric Diseases and Surgery Teaching and Research Hospital.

    Dr. Filibeli is a member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology since 2012. He has also been a member of the Turkish Orthopedics Education Council since 2017. He is fluent in English (YDS 87.5) and German (Deutsches Sprachdiplom C-2).

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Prof Ibrahim Azboy

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Prof. İbrahim Azboy, M.D.

    Languages: English, Kurdish, Arabic

    Orthopaedics and Traumatology
     

    Areas of Expertise and Interest

    • Hip & knee arthroplasty (primary, revision, robotic‑assisted)
    • Infection prevention & management in joint replacements
    • Minimally invasive and joint‑preserving orthopedic surgery
    • Sports & trauma-related injuries (e.g. ACL, fractures)
    • Osteoarthritis, cartilage damage & osteonecrosis

    International Researcher IDs:  

    • ORCID: 0000-0003-0926-3029 / Yoksis Researcher ID: 145243 

    Education & Training

    • 1994–2001: Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
    • 2002–2008: Ministry of Health Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
    • 2014 & 2017: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA – Knee and Hip Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy Training
    • 2016: Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, USA – Knee and Hip Arthroplasty and Hip Preserving Surgery Training

    Academic & Professional Appointments

    • 2021–Present: Professor, Istanbul Medipol University
    • 2017–2020: Associate Professor, Istanbul Medipol University
    • 2011–2017: Assistant Professor, Dicle University
    • 2008–2011: Consultant MD, Şanlıurfa and Balıkesir Military Hospitals

    Professional Memberships

    • Member of 9 national and international orthopedic associations including:
      AAHKS, SICOT, EHS, KADAD, TOTBID, TOTEK, and TTB

    Scientific & Educational Contributions

    • Prof. Dr. İbrahim Azboy has authored over 70 internationally and 25 nationally peer-reviewed journal articles, contributed to 4 book chapters and 2 book translations, and presented at 25+ international and 65+ national congresses. He also serves as a reviewer for 13 scientific journals, including JBJS, JOA, SICOT-J, and JORR.

    Teaching & Speaking Engagements

    • Speaker/trainer in 20+ national courses and congresses on topics such as:
    • Hip and knee arthroplasty
    • Prosthetic joint infections
    • VTE prophylaxis
    • Surgical approaches and implant strategies
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Gokhan Ozkocak

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
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Jang Hyo Kim

  • 36 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Leadheal Hospital
  • Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He specializes in arthroscopy of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and wrist. He performs joint replacement of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and hip. His spine work includes cervical and lumbar instrumentation and fusion. He also performs discectomy, laminectomy, neuroplasty, and vertebroplasty. His practice includes fracture care and muscle and ligament repair.

    He is an Adjunct Professor at Kyung Hee University. He serves as Director of the Joint Center at Very Good Hospital. He previously served as chief or director at Yeonggwang General, Songjeong Sarang, Sewoori–Daejeon, Seoul Welfare, and The Barun hospitals. He was an advisory member of the Gwangju–Jeonnam Workers’ Compensation Board. He is a full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association (KOA) and the Korean Societies of Arthroscopy, Knee, Sports Medicine, Hip, Pain, and Obesity. He holds TPI therapy certification. He completed an Ilizarov fellowship in Kurgan, Russia. He also completed training in shoulder arthroscopy.

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Akegapon Tangmanasakul

  • 20 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, LUX KOR Hospital
  • Dr. Akegapon Tangmanasakul is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in orthopedic trauma and foot and ankle surgery.

    Credentials and training: Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (2006). Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (2013). Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma, Police General Hospital (2014). Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery, Siriraj Hospital (2015).

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Ornicha Thititagul

  • 5 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PYONG Rehabilitation Group
  • Dr. Ornicha Thititagul (Dr. Faangkaow) is a geriatrician and lecturer in the Geriatric Medicine Division at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She practices at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Geriatric Healthcare Center and Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital.

    Accreditations include: M.D. (Second Class Honors, 2017); Diplomate, Thai Board of Internal Medicine (2021); WHO‑SEARO ICOPE Master Trainer (2021). Additional credentials: Diplomate in Geriatric Medicine (2023); Diplomate, International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (2024).

    Research highlights include: a randomized controlled trial on oral nutritional supplements in older adults (Geriatrics, 2024); PG‑SGA versus MNA in hepatocellular carcinoma (Support Care Cancer 33, 116, 2025); and Thailand’s first abacavir hypersensitivity case report (J Med Assoc Thai, 2021). She was on the host team and served as a moderator at the 10th Asian Conference of Frailty and Sarcopenia in 2024.

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Rawipa Khunnarong

  • 5 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PYONG Rehabilitation Group
  • Dr Rawipa Khunnarong specialises in interventional rehabilitation and pain management at the Police General Hospital in Bangkok.

    • Expertise in neurorehabilitation for stroke and spinal cord injury recovery
    • Completed advanced training in dry needling at Phramongkutklao Hospital
    • Certified in sports rehabilitation through the Beyond Strength programme
    • Specially trained in dysphagia assessment for patients with swallowing difficulties
    • Experienced in musculoskeletal intervention and managing osteoarthritis
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Sirinda Kittiprachakul

  • 5 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, PYONG Rehabilitation Group
  • Dr Sirinda Kittiprachakul is a first-class honours medical graduate and board-certified physiatrist specialising in cardiac and neurological rehabilitation at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

    • Expertise in Western dry needling for managing chronic myofascial pain
    • Trained in advanced telemedicine through Harvard Medical School
    • Specialises in stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson's disease recovery
    • Completed international training at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center
    • Currently conducting research into medical statistics and clinical sciences
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Burcin Kececi

  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Medicalpoint International Hospital
  • Dr. Burcin Kececi is a specialist in orthopedics and traumatology. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, bone metastases, bone and soft tissue tumors, and orthopedic oncology. He performs advanced surgeries on the knee, hip, ankle, elbow, hand, and shoulder. His skills also include prosthesis replacements, limb lengthening, tendon transfers, and trauma surgery.

    He received additional training in France in knee, hip, and sports injuries. He also trained in minimally invasive hip surgery. Dr. Kececi has worked at Ege University and İzmir Private Hospital. He currently practices at Medical Point İzmir Hospital. He is a member of national and international orthopedic and oncology societies, including ISOLS, SICOT, and EMSOS. He has also served on the board of TOTBİD.

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Woo Kyung Kwak

  • 9 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Leadheal Hospital
  • Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery (MICA for hallux valgus). He also treats sports injuries and performs total knee arthroplasty, as well as advanced shoulder and knee arthroscopy.

    He earned his MD and MS at Chonnam National University. He completed a fellowship at Chonnam National University Hospital. He served as Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at the Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital. He was a senior committee member of the Medical Investigation Committee at the Ministry of National Defense.

    He is a full member of the Korean Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy, Knee, Foot and Ankle, Sports Medicine, and Fracture societies. He is a lifetime member of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society. He reviews for Springer Nature journals. He completed Arthrex advanced training, the AO Trauma course, TPI therapy certification, and the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine.

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Sutawadee Sukcharoensin

  • 17 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Welida Health Wellness Center
  • Dr. Sutawadee Sukcharoensin brings over 15 years of expertise in orthopedic and regenerative medicine, specializing in anti-aging and all kind of stem cell therapy. With a profound dedication to advancing patient health, she integrates her extensive knowledge in cutting-edge regenerative treatments to provide tailored solutions that promote healing and rejuvenation. Dr. Sutawadee ’s commitment to excellence in anti-aging medicine and her skill in stem cell applications make her a sought-after expert in her field, ensuring the highest standards of care and innovation for her patients. She is an expert skills and certifications in regenerative medicine doctor.

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Burak Onvural

  • 23 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Onvural Orthopedic Center
  • The doctor completed medical education at Ege University Faculty of Medicine and pursued an Orthopaedics and Traumatology Fellowship at Tepecik Education and Research Hospital. Additional training includes time with the International Trauma Association in Switzerland.

    Experience includes roles as a clinical observer at EMOT, Izmir, and Ranawat Orthopaedics, US, as well as a Microsurgery Training Trainee in Germany. The doctor also served as a Mobile Arthroscopy Specialist with TUSYAD and was the former injury doctor for Altay FC.

    Specializes in knee arthroscopy, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, stem cell therapy for arthritis, knee arthroplastic, and hip replacement.

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Yunus Imren

  • 4.9 Excellent 9 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
  • MEDICAL INTERESTS 

    • Robotic knee and hip replacement surgery 

    • Prosthesis revision surgery 

    • Deformity (leg curvatures) 

    • Shoulder and elbow diseases 

    • Joint and cartilage injuries 

    • Hip, knee and foot diseases 

    • Arthroscopy 

    • Trauma (fracture, dislocation, soft tissue injuries)

     

    Education 

    • Graduation, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (Eng.) 

    • Specialty Training, Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology 

    • Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship Program  Director: Prof. Dr. Hakan Gündeş) 

    • Orthopedic Trauma Research Assistant, Yale University, Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation 

    • The EFFORT Spring Traveling Fellowship in Germany 

    • Master’s Degree, University of Health Science, Hamidiye Health Sciences Institute, Advanced Joint Surgery Master’s Program,, Istanbul

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Pongsathron Liengwattanakul

  • 11 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital
  • Mali interdisciplinary hospital is integrating conventional, regenerative and precision medicine. It divides into 11 departments, there are 35 beds in total, including 12 intensive care beds, 23 general beds, 2 emergency and operating rooms, 1 plastic surgical room, 1 Gastro-colonoscopic room. Focus on round-trip treatment with modern medical technology to reduce the cost of hospitalization and the healing time. It also integrating regenerative medicine to repair the body and precision medicine for preventing and treating chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with better results, we provide these services in a greenery atmosphere. Allowing clients to receive the following benefits.

    1. Far away from NCDs & It’s complication

    2. Good quality of life

    3. Youthful lively life

    4. Longevity

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