Orthopedic rehabilitation (per 1 day) Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Gunes Yavuzer has been a Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since February 2011. He became an Associate Professor in April 2003. He earned the European Board Certificate in 2004. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialty training in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation there. He later earned his doctorate at Erasmus University.

His clinical and academic roles have included Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Hospitals and the Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan, Wayne State University (USA). He has also worked with Haliç University Faculty of Health Sciences, Formed Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Clinic in Istanbul, and Romatem Move.

Dr Erdinc Genc integrates elite international training from the American Hip Institute in Chicago into his orthopaedic and rehabilitation practice.

• Trained at the UPENN Sports Medicine Centre in Philadelphia – a world leader in athlete recovery
• Completed a fellowship at the Helios Endo Clinic in Hamburg specialising in complex joint recovery
• Holds a specialised qualification in Football Medicine from Istanbul University
• Focuses on sports medicine and functional recovery following major orthopaedic procedures
• Previously served at Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital as a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology

Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly published orthopaedic specialist with a significant academic background in musculoskeletal recovery. He practices at Estophia Hospital, focusing on the functional restoration of movement following major surgeries.

• Completed a research fellowship at the prestigious UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles
• Specialises in managing postoperative recovery for total knee arthroplasty and complex spinal conditions
• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Training Council
• Former attending physician at the Turkish Armed Forces Rehabilitation and Care Center

Associate Professor Turgut Akgul is a multi-award-winning spine specialist who serves as the Associate Editor for the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery.

• Specialises in complex spinal rehabilitation, including scoliosis, kyphosis, and narrow canal surgery
• Expert in Vertebra Body Tethering (VBT) for correcting spinal curvature in growing patients
• Recipient of the AO Spine Best Oral Presentation award for his work on spinal tuberculosis
• Serves as a board member for the Turkish Spine Society and the Turkish Orthopedic Association
• Practises at Biruni University Hospital, focusing on pelvic and spine revision surgery

Professor Mehmet Taskoparan uses 3D technology to plan orthopaedic reconstructions at Private Anadolu Hospital. He specialises in minimally invasive spinal surgery to help patients get moving sooner.

• Treats paediatric scoliosis and kyphosis using specialised correction techniques
• Performs total joint replacements for ankles, shoulders, and fingers
• Uses endoscopic spinal systems to stabilise fractures through tiny incisions
• Expert in shock wave therapy for chronic soft tissue injuries
• Member of the Turkish Association of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Associate Professor Bura Sindhupakorn is the Director of the Center of Excellence in Biomechanics Medicine and a leading specialist in musculoskeletal recovery.

• Completed a prestigious fellowship in Hip and Knee Reconstruction at the University of Western Ontario, Canada
• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine with specialist training from the University of Munich, Germany
• Serves as a senior lecturer in Translational Medicine and Biomedical Innovation Engineering
• Former Head of Orthopaedics at the Institute of Medicine, Suranaree University of Technology
• Expert in biomechanics medicine focusing on precision recovery for complex bone and joint cases

Dr. Nurten Kuchukchakir is the Chief Physician at Romatem Bursa. She specializes in neurological, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Dr. Kuchukchakir uses robotic rehabilitation and pain management techniques. She treats complex conditions like spinal cord injuries, stroke, and cerebral palsy.

• Expert in Lokomat robotic gait training and hydrotherapy.
• Certified in ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal and botulinum toxin injections.
• Performs specialized therapies like neural therapy, acupuncture, and ozone therapy.
• Member of the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association.