Unicompartmental (partial) knee replacement Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Ibrahim Azboy is a specialist in joint-preserving surgery who trained at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive knee arthroplasty
• Expert in infection management and prevention for joint replacements
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
• Authored over 70 peer-reviewed articles on orthopaedic outcomes
• Serves as a reviewer for the prestigious Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery

Dr Yusuf Yahsi is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a strong focus on arthroplasty and knee surgery outcomes.

• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery (TUSYAD)
• Completed specialist residency at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Specialises in reconstructive procedures including partial knee replacements and hand surgery
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex adult and paediatric bone 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.

Professor Cengiz Sen is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Biruni University Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex joint conditions and limb deformities.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted knee surgery and revision arthroplasty
• Former professor at Istanbul University – a leading medical faculty in Turkey
• Focuses on degenerative joint disease and paediatric orthopaedics
• Published extensively on clinical outcomes in total knee replacement
• Offers modern biological treatments including stem cell therapy for arthritis

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. 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. 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.

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. 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.

Dr. Bulut Okay is an orthopedic surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He specializes in pediatric orthopedics and joint reconstruction. Dr. Okay performs ALMIS, a minimally invasive technique for hip arthroplasty, and uses stem cell therapy for knee conditions. He treats bone deformities and sports injuries.

• Performs MAKOplasty for robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements.
• Treats pediatric conditions such as developmental hip dysplasia and syndactyly.
• Performs revision arthroplasty for failed hip and knee implants.
• Works at Medicana Sivas, a facility treating over 113,700 patients annually.

Associate Professor Erkam Komurcu is a highly published orthopaedic specialist with a deep focus on knee reconstruction and joint preservation at Estophia Hospital.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at the prestigious UCLA Spine Center in Los Angeles
• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTEK)
• Published significant research on optimising muscle strength and function following knee arthroplasty
• Former Assistant Professor at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University – training the next generation of surgeons
• Member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery

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 Rodi Ertogrul is a highly trained orthopaedic surgeon at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with international experience from the Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA.

• Completed specialist orthopaedic surgery residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Research Hospital
• Gained fellowship training at Bezmialem Vakif University specialising in upper and lower limb surgery
• Active member of the Turkish society for joint reconstruction and orthopaedics
• Trained at Zurich's prestigious Balgrist University focusing on complex joint mechanics

Associate Professor Erdinc Genc performed advanced training at the American Hip Institute in Chicago and the Helios Endo Clinic in Germany – one of Europe's premier centres for joint replacements.

• Specialises in sports medicine and orthopaedic surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital
• Completed a clinical fellowship at the UPENN Sports Medicine Center in Philadelphia
• Holds a specialized degree in Football Medicine from Istanbul University
• Focuses on joint-preserving techniques and minimally invasive reconstruction