Rotator cuff repair surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.

Professor Semih Ak is an orthopaedic specialist at Turan Turan Health Group, a centre dedicated to musculoskeletal care and robotic surgery.

• Treats complex shoulder injuries and rotator cuff tears
• Practices at a facility specialising in advanced bone and joint health
• Completed rigorous residency training at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Hospital
• Graduated from the internationally recognised Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on restoring mobility and joint function for active patients

Professor Hamzaoglu is a pioneer in surgical orthopaedics who established Turkey's first dedicated spine surgery centre. He leads the department at Florence Nightingale Hospital, bringing decades of senior expertise to complex musculoskeletal cases.

• Specialises in orthopaedics and traumatology from Istanbul University
• Completed a specialist fellowship at the Minnesota Spine Center in the USA
• Refined advanced surgical techniques at the University of Hokkaido in Japan
• Professor at the Faculty of Medicine of Istanbul University since 2004
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Dr Kutsi Tuncer is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has published significant research on accelerating tendon healing. His work focuses on biological agents that strengthen tissue repair after surgical procedures.

• Specialises in orthopaedic surgery focusing on tendon rupture and repair
• Researches collagen type I and type III expression to improve surgical recovery
• Investigates medicinal treatments that enhance tendon tensile strength during early healing
• Develops protocols to reduce long-term disability and workforce loss for patients
• Expert in histological outcomes and mechanical recovery of repaired connective tissues

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.

Dr Pongtep Na Nakorn is a specialized Australian shoulder surgeon who leads the sports medicine department at KDMS Orthopedic Hospital.

• Focuses on shoulder arthroscopic surgery for minimally invasive rotator cuff repair
• Specialises in sports medicine and complex shoulder joint preservation
• Trained in orthopedic surgery at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
• Completed advanced sports medicine fellowships at Thammasat University
• Treats high-performance athletes with a focus on restoring full range of motion

Dr Firat Oruc is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex with a dedicated focus on shoulder reconstruction.

• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder surgeries for soft tissue and joint repairs
• Expertise includes complex paediatric orthopaedic surgery and hand surgery
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in orthopaedics and traumatology
• Extensive background in managing both bone and soft tissue tumours
• Focuses on restoring mobility through prosthesis and joint-specific surgery

Dr. Abdullah Eren is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed a new Salter osteotomy technique to treat developmental hip dysplasia. This award-winning method eliminates the need for pins during internal fixation. Dr. Eren specializes in pediatric trauma, Perthes disease, and limb lengthening.

• Served as President of the TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch.
• Founder of the Turkish ASAMI (Ilizarov Applications and Research Center).
• Performed as a long-term trainer for Ilizarov limb lengthening courses.
• Received multiple first-place awards for research on hip dysplasia and septic arthritis.

Dr Murat Gul is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has published extensive research on advanced shoulder reduction and humeral fracture fixation.

• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Specialises in arthroscopic techniques for sports-related tendon and joint injuries
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in locking plate fixation for complex proximal humeral fractures
• Published researcher in international journals on surgical reconstruction and joint trauma

Dr. Fatih Arslanohlu is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. Dr. Arslanohlu specializes in joint replacement and sports traumatology. He trained at the Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty for chronic joint pain.
• Treats meniscus tears and ligament injuries using arthroscopic techniques.
• Provides stem cell therapy for patients with arthritis.
• Treats bone fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, and scoliosis.

Associate Professor Haluk Cabuk is a highly decorated orthopaedic specialist who dedicated his master's thesis specifically to the healing of rotator cuff repairs.

• Completed a surgical fellowship in Germany under the world-recognised Professor Philip Lobenhoffer
• Recipient of the Derviş Manizade Science Award for his contributions to orthopaedic research
• Awarded a specialised travelling scholarship by the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Associate Professor at Istinye University, teaching next-generation surgical techniques
• Holds the Best Experimental Study award from the Bone Joint Surgery Association

Professor Onat Uzumcigil is a highly accomplished orthopaedic surgeon specialising in arthroscopic shoulder repairs and regenerative medicine at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in arthroscopic (closed) rotator cuff repair and instability surgery
• Appointed Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at leading Turkish medical universities
• Uses regenerative therapies like PRP and bone marrow aspirate to support joint healing
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed studies on advanced surgical techniques and outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Association of Spine and a contributor to major medical textbooks

Professor Ahmad Dogan is a senior orthopaedic specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, focusing on complex reconstructive surgery and joint preservation.

• Specialised in arthroplasty and trauma surgery for both adult and paediatric cases
• Completed a high-level fellowship at Orthopadisches Spital Speising in Vienna, Austria
• Uses stem cell applications including BMAC and PRP to support biological tissue healing
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
• Highly active in international surgical education across Europe and the USA

Dr. Esref Terzi is an orthopedist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He focuses on joint reconstruction and traumatic injury repair. Dr. Terzi uses the MAKO robotic system for high-precision hip and knee replacements. He has published research on 3D bioprinting for bone formation.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears and rotator cuff injuries.
• Treats complex spinal conditions like scoliosis and funnel chest deformity.
• Provides stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease.
• Participated in medical exchange programs in Italy, Spain, Denmark, and Greece.