Surgical treatment of valgus deformity Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Firat Fidan is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Istanbul's VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He manages complex bone realignments and focuses on restoring natural foot function.

• Holds Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Board Certification
• Completed the AO Trauma Advanced Course – a global standard in surgical bone fixation
• Specialises in post-trauma deformities and paediatric orthopaedic surgery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Trained at Taksim Training and Research Hospital for his specialist qualification

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer is an orthopedist and orthopedic oncologist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He specializes in bone and soft tissue tumor surgery. Dr. Tuncer completed residency at Atatürk University. He also completed specific training at Acıbadem Medical School. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul noted for high transplant volumes.

• Specializes in limb-sparing surgery and bone resection for oncology patients.
• Performs arthroscopic repairs, joint replacements, and stem cell therapy for arthritis.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID).
• Belongs to the Association of Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods Development.

Dr Pradab Pradasuk is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Navamin 9 Hospital who specialises in the complex reconstruction of foot joints and toes.

• Focuses on restoring mobility through specialised foot and ankle surgical techniques
• Extensive background in ankle joint replacement and corrective foot procedures
• Trained at Mahidol University – one of Thailand's most prestigious medical institutions
• Provides orthopaedic rehabilitation programmes to support post-surgical recovery
• Expertise includes arthroplasty of the Achilles tendons and joint stabilisation

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.

Professor Burcin Kececi is a highly skilled orthopaedic surgeon who completed prestigious fellowships in France focusing on minimally invasive techniques.

• Specialises in ankle surgery and complex trauma reconstructions for lower limbs
• Trained at Centre Orthopedique in France in minimally invasive surgical methods
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage for complex cases
• Served as General Secretary for the Turkish bone and tumour branch
• Experienced in treating both adult and paediatric orthopaedic conditions

Professor Hasan Kalkan leads the orthopaedic surgery programme at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex foot and toe reconstructions.

• Focuses on Hallux Valgus surgery using precise deformity correction techniques
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's oldest medical schools
• Handles orthopaedic trauma and soft tissue tumour excisions alongside corrective surgery
• Completed advanced specialist training at Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Dr Yusuf Pirincci leads orthopaedic care at Atlas University Hospital and provides specialist expertise in corrective foot surgery for hallux valgus deformity.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in complex orthopaedic reconstructions and prosthetic surgery
• Published research on femoral variables and surgical outcomes in high-impact journals
• Adopts a research-based approach to bone and joint correction
• Expertise includes limb lengthening and treating advanced bone infections

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.

Professor Goksel Gultekin Sahiner leads the orthopaedics team at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in complex lower limb reconstruction and bone deformity correction.

• Focuses on surgical correction of valgus deformities and bone alignment issues
• Expert in both adult and paediatric orthopaedic trauma reconstructive surgery
• Specialises in ankle arthroscopic techniques for minimally invasive joint correction
• Performed numerous deformity and lengthening procedures using modern fixation methods
• Academic lead training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons in Turkey

Dr Omer Bozduman is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex foot and ankle reconstructions.

• Specialises in correcting valgus deformities and heel spurs
• Expertise in both knee and hip prosthetic surgery
• Treats a wide range of degenerative spine and joint conditions
• Practises at a major hospital known for orthopaedic excellence

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. 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.

Associate Professor Yunus Imren completed a prestigious research fellowship at Yale University and now treats complex leg curvatures at Liv Hospital.

• Specialises in correcting lower limb deformities including valgus and leg curvatures
• Master of Advanced Joint Surgery from the University of Health Science
• Trained in robotic-assisted orthopaedic techniques for precise joint realignment
• Completed an elite travelling fellowship in joint surgery across Germany
• Member of the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Bezmialem Foundation University