Physiotherapy Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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).

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.

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 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

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 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

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul is a geriatrician and lifestyle medicine specialist in Bangkok. She authored Thailand’s first case report on abacavir hypersensitivity. Dr. Thititagul serves as a lecturer at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She creates specialized treatment plans for aging adults at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Center.

• Certified by the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine.
• WHO–SEARO Master Trainer for the Integrated Care of Older People.
• Expert in stroke rehabilitation, dementia care, and chronic pain management.
• Treats patients at PYONG Rehabilitation, a specialized neurorehabilitation facility.

Dr. Burak Onvural is the founder of Onvural Orthopedic Center in Izmir. He served as the official injury doctor for Altay FC in the Turkish Premier League. Dr. Onvural specializes in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and stem cell therapy for arthritis. He completed training at Europe’s International Trauma Association in Switzerland.

• Trained at Ranawat Orthopaedics in the US and Louisville University in Germany.
• Treats professional athletes from the Turkish Premier League.
• Performs knee, hip, and ankle arthroscopy alongside joint replacement procedures.
• Works at the only private Turkish orthopedic clinic accredited for medical tourism.

Dr. Sutawadee Sukcharoensin is an orthopedics and regenerative medicine specialist at Welida Health Wellness Center. She specializes in anti-aging treatments and all types of stem cell therapy. Dr. Sukcharoensin practices at a facility that uses technology to predict disease risks years in advance. This Bangkok-based center serves over 1,000 international patients annually.

• Performs stem cell rejuvenation therapy and intravenous vitamin C treatments.
• Treats orthopedic conditions including arthrosis and bone injuries.
• Integrates ozone therapy and physiotherapy into personalized recovery plans.
• Focuses on longevity health, wellness retreats, and mental rejuvenation.

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

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.

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.

Benjaporn Ngamratchada is an experienced physiotherapist and Pilates specialist. She is the Clinic Manager at Le Physio Clinic and a Senior Physio Pilates Instructor at The Balance Pilates. She graduated with first-class honors in Physical Therapy from Mae Fah Luang University. She holds professional license no. 12676.

Her expertise includes musculoskeletal injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and sports recovery. She combines Manual Therapy and Myofascial Release with Clinical Pilates. She treats complex cases such as scoliosis and herniated nucleus pulposus. She also provides prenatal, postnatal, and elderly care with a focus on long-term results.