Rotator cuff repair surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Bulent Erol is an orthopedic oncologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He won first prize for orthopedic oncology at the National Turkish Orthopedic Congress. Dr. Erol completed his fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He specializes in bone tumors and complex pediatric orthopedic surgery.

• Completed a clinical visiting program at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in the UK.
• Winner of multiple Akif Şakir Şakar Scientific Awards for clinical and experimental studies.
• Member of the European Pediatric Orthopaedics Society.
• Treats complex bone injuries, fractures, and arthrosis using robotic-assisted techniques at a JCI-accredited facility.

Professor Burcin Kececi brings elite European expertise to shoulder surgery, having completed specialised orthopaedic training in Lyon and Chalon Sur Saone, France.

• Specialises in arthroscopic repair for rotator cuff and sports-related injuries
• Member of the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Trained at Hopital de la Croix Rousse – an internationally renowned orthopaedic centre
• Skilled in tendon transfers for complex and chronic shoulder repairs
• Practises at Medical Point International Hospital using minimally invasive techniques

Yusuf Pirincci specialises in sports surgery and shoulder reconstruction at Atlas University Hospital. He contributes to clinical research on regenerative therapies like platelet-rich plasma for tendon injuries.

• Focuses on shoulder slap repairs and prosthetic shoulder surgery
• Researches peritendinous injections to improve healing in tendinopathies
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes complex bone infections and tumour surgery
• Handles both athletic injuries and degenerative joint conditions

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 Yusuf Yahsi is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with advanced training in arthroplasty and upper limb trauma. He manages complex shoulder repairs using modern surgical techniques to restore joint stability and function.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery (TUSYAD)
• Specialised training in hand and upper limb surgery from Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on arthroscopic techniques for quicker recovery and less post-operative pain
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design comprehensive rehabilitation plans for every patient

Dr. Serdar Toker is an orthopedic surgeon at Private Yüzyıl Hospital in Turkey. He holds the prestigious FESSH European Diploma in Hand Surgery. Dr. Toker treats complex musculoskeletal conditions and spinal deformities. He serves as a microsurgery course chair and instructor for national surgical societies.

• Former Head of Hand Surgery at Necmettin Erbakan University.
• Completed a research fellowship at the Rocky Mountain Regional Trauma Center in Denver.
• Performs specialized procedures including arthroscopy, joint replacement, and scoliosis surgery.
• Earned a subspecialty diploma in hand surgery.