Surgical treatment of valgus deformity Doctors Abroad — Page 3

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.

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a top-tier orthopaedic surgeon who completed elite fellowships at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York and the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

• Specialises in joint-preserving surgery and minimally invasive techniques
• Expert in managing complex lower limb alignment and deformity corrections
• Published over 70 peer-reviewed articles on surgical outcomes and infection prevention
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
• Current Professor of Orthopaedics at Istanbul Medipol University

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.

Associate Professor Necdet Demir serves as the Head of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Biruni University Hospital – one of Turkey's major academic medical centres.

• Specialises in foot and ankle reconstruction including complex valgus deformity correction
• Completed specialist orthopaedic training at the prestigious Bezmialem Vakif University
• Oversees orthopaedic surgical protocols as Department Head
• Focuses on restoring mobility through evidence-based surgical techniques
• Holds an Associate Professor title reflecting high-level academic and clinical expertise

Professor Cengiz Sen handles complex toe and foot reconstructions at Biruni University Hospital, bringing senior academic expertise to every case.

• Performs reconstruction of foot joints and toes using refined surgical techniques
• Former Professor at the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Specialises in limb deformities and paediatric orthopaedic conditions
• Published specialist researcher in degenerative joint disease and bone reconstruction
• Recognised with the AOTT Oral Presentation award for his clinical contributions

Dr. Mehmet Sahin is an orthopedic surgeon at Egemed Hospitals in Izmir. He treats bone and joint injuries, including habitual shoulder dislocations and meniscus tears. Dr. Sahin performs joint replacement surgery for the hip, knee, and ankle at Egemed Hospitals, which treats 100,000 patients every year.

• Uses stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and joint degeneration.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery on the knee and ankle.
• Treats congenital and acquired deformities like scoliosis, syndactyly, and funnel chest.
• Conducts reconstructive procedures for foot joints, toes, and forearm fractures.

Dr. Gokboru Bedir is an orthopedic surgeon at System Hospital in Kayseri, Turkey. He performs complex joint reconstruction and leg surgery, treating bone and joint injuries. He works at a facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

• Performs knee, hip, and ankle joint replacements.
• Conducts arthroscopic procedures for meniscus tears and ligament repairs.
• Treats spinal conditions including scoliosis and vertebral fractures.
• Uses stem cell therapy for joint issues such as osteoarthritis.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly credentialed orthopaedic surgeon who has spent over two decades mastering complex joint and bone reconstructions.

• Completed a specialised clinical fellowship at the world-renowned UCLA Spine Centre in Los Angeles
• Holds a Turkish Board certificate from the National Training Council (TOTEK)
• Served as a Professor at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University – training the next generation of orthopaedic specialists
• Published over 35 international research papers on surgical outcomes and bone healing
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

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.

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. 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.