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Dr. Gursel Saka

Dr. Gursel Saka

Bone and Joint Specialist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

27 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Gursel Saka

Conditions Treated by Dr Gursel Saka

Here are the conditions which are treated by Dr. Gursel Saka.:

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

The doctor consults patients who wish for treatment for the issues in their musculoskeletal system. The specialty of the doctor is in conditions or injuries of the bones, ligaments, joints or tendons. It is not just the education, experience and skill of the surgeon but their aptitude to find the solution despite the challenges faced in the treatment process.

Signs and Symptoms treatable by Dr Gursel Saka

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

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

It is quite common to have multiple symptoms in a patient suffering from an orthopedic or musculoskeletal condition or issue. Swelling, pain in your muscles and joints are pointers towards a more serious musculoskeletal problem. Further these issues more often than not restrict the range of motion in the affected area.

Operating Hours of Dr Gursel Saka

8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Saturday are the operating hours of the doctor.. The procedures are to be done using a whole lot of efficiency and skill and the doctor enables this to happen.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Gursel Saka

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Gursel Saka are outlined below.:

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

Whether we are talking about dislocated joints, knee pain, back pain or arthritis, it is the orthopedic surgeon who will help get us better and back on our feet. Irrespective of the kind of orthopedic condition whether, acute, degenerative or chronic, an orthopedic surgeon helps you get treated with any 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

  • Karadeniz Technical University. Faculty of Medicine 1990
  • University of Health Sciences. Lütfi Kirdar Kartal Research and Education Hospital. Department of Orthopaedics. 1998
  • University of Health Sciences. Ümraniye Training Hospital. Deparment of Orthopaedics

Work Experiences

  • Marmaris Aksaz Naval Base. Aksaz Military Hospital 1998-2000
  • University of Health Science. Kartal Research and Education Hospital. 2000-2006
  • University of Health Science. Umraniye Training Hospital 2006-2016
  • Fulya Orthopaedics and Spine Center 2016-2018

Memberships (5)

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
  • Turkish Bone and JointSociety
  • Turkish Spine Society

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Procedures Performed

Ankle Fusion Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Arthrodesis
Arthroscopic (minimally invasive) ankle surgery
Arthroscopic Bankart repair
Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI)
Bone Reconstruction
Boutonniere Deformity Treatment
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hip Resurfacing Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Repair
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Replacement
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. Gursel Saka 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. Gursel Saka is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 20 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.:

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

The right line of treatment and the actual reasons for the condition can be determined via the tests done. 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..

The usual route of visiting the orthopedic surgeon is through the referral route when post consultation supported by tests your doctor recommends you to see this specialist. An orthopedic surgeon is someone you are usually referred to by your doctor when it is determined post tests and consultation that you need an orthopedic procedure to resolve your health condition. The surgeon can be consulted if you are having a rough time during the rehabilitation time as well. The doctors also recommend tests and prescribe the medicines that you need to take during the treatment.

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