Best Prosthetic Foot Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Bahtiyar Demiralp is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in foot and ankle surgery and complex lower extremity reconstruction
• Expert in Ilizarov external fixation for limb lengthening and deformity correction
• Trained in trauma surgery, including war injuries and complex open fractures
• Recipient of multiple best research awards for his work in orthopaedic pathology
• Active member of the Turkish Foot and Ankle Society

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He established the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center. This was Turkey's first facility dedicated to spine surgery. Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex procedures. He treats conditions like scoliosis, herniated discs, and spinal tumors.

• Founded the first specialized spine surgery center in Turkey.
• Introduced novel surgical techniques for scoliosis and kyphoplasty.
• Held clinical leadership roles at the Minnesota Spine Center in the US.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital with Turkey’s first EOS imaging device.

Dr. Thongchai Theerajumyaporn is an orthopedic surgeon at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in robotic-assisted spine surgery and joint reconstruction. Dr. Thongchai completed intensive fellowships in spine and joint surgery at UC Davis, California. He is a member of the Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand.

• Certified in robotic spine surgery at the Florida Hospital Nicholson Center.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Treats adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and complex pediatric spine deformities.
• Performs total disc replacements and minimally invasive spine procedures.
• Published research on bone morphogenetic proteins and spinal screw placement.

Associate Professor Adil Turan is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya who specialised in complex limb reconstruction and trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in limb lengthening and deformity correction for prosthetic preparation
• Uses stem cell therapy to support tissue repair and recovery
• Expert in paediatric orthopaedics including clubfoot and congenital dysplasia
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Associate Professor at the Health Sciences University Antalya

Dr Firat Oruc is a surgical specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex who specialises in adult and paediatric prosthetic interventions.

• Focuses on both bone and soft tissue tumours affecting limb function
• Expertise includes complex hand surgery and trauma recovery
• Trained at the Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Handles paediatric orthopaedic cases for long-term mobility
• Member of the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department

Dr. Yusuf Pirincci is an orthopedic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in limb lengthening and joint replacement surgery. Dr. Pirincci graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He treats patients of all ages for complex bone and joint injuries.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and revision hip arthroplasty procedures.
• Treats bone infections, sports injuries, and developmental hip dysplasia.
• Authored research on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating tendinopathies.
• Works at an AACI-accredited facility with 99% success in joint replacements.

Dr. Burak Gunaydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in prosthetic surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and pediatric orthopedic oncology. Dr. Gunaydin won the Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award for clinical research.

• Completed AO Trauma advanced surgical training in Austria.
• Performs single-bundle and double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Publishes research in the International Journal of Surgery and Archives of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Professor Kececi is a surgical specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who focus on limb-sparing surgery and complex reconstructions. He is one of the few surgeons holding membership in the International Society of Limb Salvage.

• Specialises in diabetic foot care and complex tendon transfers
• Trained in minimally invasive surgery at the Centre Orthopedique in France
• Performs reconstruction for congenital conditions and developmental dysplasia
• Former General Secretary for the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch of TOTBİD
• Provides limb-sparing alternatives for patients with bone metastases and tumours

Professor Bulent Erol is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist who completed a prestigious clinical fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He currently leads complex surgical cases at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Holds a PhD in Orthopaedics and Traumatology from Marmara University
• Completed a clinical visiting programme at The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the UK
• Awarded first prize for clinical research by the National Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress
• Member of the European Paediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Specialises in both paediatric orthopaedics and complex oncological cases

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.

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir performs complex skeletal and joint reconstructions using diagnostic radiology to improve surgical precision. He focuses on modern prosthetic technologies for both adults and children after limb loss.

• Fits bionic legs and electronic arm prostheses for functional and cosmetic outcomes
• Specialises in sports prosthetics for active patients requiring high-mobility solutions
• Uses his background in diagnostic imaging to ensure accurate prosthetic alignment
• Performs correction of bone deformities including syndactyly and complex skeletal reconstructions

Prof. Dr. Levent Bayam is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He completed advanced training and held clinical roles in the United Kingdom and Canada. His training includes fellowships in hip and knee arthroplasty and postgraduate qualifications in trauma, orthopedics, and sports medicine.

His practice focuses on hip and knee replacement, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, trauma surgery, and the care of hip and foot fractures. His care is evidence-based and shaped by his international training and academic roles.

Prof. Dr. Cem Coşkun Avcı is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his orthopedics and traumatology residency at the same institution.

He has served as a specialist and associate professor at leading healthcare institutions. His expertise includes the diagnosis and surgical treatment of shoulder and elbow disorders and sports-related injuries. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care. He uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemür is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has broad experience in orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. He treats bone and soft-tissue tumors, bone metastases, and pediatric bone tumors. He also performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery.

He has served as Professor, Chief Physician, and Medical Director. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care and uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.

Prof. H. Mustafa Özdemir is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine. He has more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric spine surgery. His focus includes spinal deformities, degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma, and complex spinal reconstruction.

He completed a spine surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. He also received clinical training at Heidelberg University. He has served as Chief Physician and Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology at major teaching hospitals. He is active in medical education and contributes to orthopedics and spine surgery through his academic and clinical work.