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Dr. Celal Karakas

Dr. Celal Karakas

Bone and Joint Specialist ·
, Canakkale, Turkey

35 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Celal Karakas

Conditions Treated by Dr Celal Karakas

We are outlining here for you the many conditions that Dr. Celal Karakas treats.:

  • Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
  • Knee Pain
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Osteoarthritis (Most Common)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Deformed Knees
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Shoulder Inflammation
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Avascular Necrosis of Hip Joint
  • Injury or Fracture of the Hip Joint
  • Major Fractures
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Knee Injury
  • Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion

The people who consult with the doctor want conditions in their musculoskeletal system resolved. The specialty of the doctor is in conditions or injuries of the bones, ligaments, joints or tendons. The qualifications and credentials such as experience and skill of the surgeon become immensely important as does their ability to learn and apply constantly the newfound knowledge.

Signs and Symptoms treatable by Dr Celal Karakas

An orthopedic condition or injury leads to signs and symptoms such as:

  • Bones problem
  • Joints problem
  • Tendons
  • Ligaments
  • Muscles that are so essential to movement and everyday life

Multiple symptoms are a common occurrence when musculoskeletal or orthopedic conditions are involved. You must consult an orthopedic surgeon at the earliest if you are having pain in the joints or muscles and swelling. An injury or condition of this kind usually restricts the range of motion in the affected area of the body.

Operating Hours of Dr Celal Karakas

With Sunday being an off day, Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 4 pm are the operating hours of the doctor. It is only a skillful and efficient doctor that is able to do these procedures very well.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Celal Karakas

There are several popular procedures performed by Dr. Celal Karakas such as:

  • Total Knee Replacement B/L
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Hip Resurfacing Surgery
  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
  • Total Hip Replacement B/L
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction

An orthopedic surgeon is someone who helps patients with conditions such as dislocated joints, back pain or arthritis get healthier. Patients may be affected by either acute or chronic or degenerative orthopedic conditions and their are right surgical solutions for all of them. There is quite a bit of sub specialisation seen in this specialty considering that there is a lot of scope to work with in the orthopedic field.

Qualification

  • 1979 - 1985 - Istanbul Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
  • 1990 - 1994 - Dicle University Medical Faculty - Specialization

Work Experiences

  • 1994 - 1996 - Diyarbakır SSK Hospital
  • 1996 - 2005 - Canakkale SSK Hospital

Memberships (1)

  • Turkish Medical Association

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Procedures Performed

Ankle Fusion Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Arthrodesis
Arthroscopic (minimally invasive) ankle surgery
Arthroscopic Bankart repair
Bone Reconstruction
Boutonniere Deformity Treatment
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hip Resurfacing Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Repair
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
Total Hip Replacement B/L
Total Hip Replacement U/L
Total Knee Replacement B/L
Total Knee Replacement Surgery U/L

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Celal Karakas is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Celal Karakas is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 35 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

Prior to and during the consultation with the orthopedic surgeon, please get the relevant tests done, the whole list of whom is listed below.:

  • X-ray
  • Ultrasound
  • MRI
  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)

The tests give a more accurate picture of the health conditions and the clearer overview of the line of the treatment. The preparedness of the patient for the required treatment can be determined basis the screening and the diagnostic tests. It is the physical tests which will help the doctor know better how effective the treatment has been..

When post consultation and tests, the doctor determines that your condition can only be resolved by an orthopedic procedure, they refer you to an orthopedic surgeon. The pre and post operative process, the treatment itself, the management of the entire process is done by an orthopedic surgeon. The orthopedic surgeon can guide you through the rehabilitation process making it more effortless and seamless. The doctors also recommend tests and prescribe the medicines that you need to take during the treatment.

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