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Dr. Istvan Berkes

Dr. Istvan Berkes

Bone and Joint Specialist ·
, Budapest, Hungary

30 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

Istvan Berkes is currently available for hospital consultations. Explore online consultation options or book an in-person visit.

About Dr. Istvan Berkes

Conditions Treated by Dr Istvan Berkes

Dr. Istvan Berkes treats a long list of conditions such as:

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

The conditions resolved by the doctor are related to the musculoskeletal system in adults. This includes conditions or injuries in 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 Istvan Berkes

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

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

Patients who have orthopedic or musculoskeletal issues usually have multiple symptoms. A visit to a orthopedic surgeon becomes imperative if their is pain in joints and muscles and swelling. The range of motion is restricted in the affected area if you are having injury or condition of this kind.

Operating Hours of Dr Istvan Berkes

The doctor operates from 8 am to 4 pm, 6 days of the week with Sunday being an off day. 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 Istvan Berkes

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Istvan Berkes are outlined below.:

  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction

A person who can recover from arthritis, dislocated joints or hip pain or any of a number of such conditions does so by getting the best surgical treatment from an orthopedic surgeon. 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

  • 2006- University professor
  • 2003- Human Manager (BME)
  • 2001- Associate professor
  • 1999- Private teacher
  • 1998- Habilitated doctor (Med. Habil.)
  • 1993- Doctor of Philosophy in medical sciences – Ph.D.
  • 1983- Specialisation in sports medicine
  • 1980- Specialisation in orthopaedics
  • 1974- Semmelweis University of Medicine, General Medical Faculty

Work Experiences

  • 2014- Dr. Rose Private Hospital, specialist in orthopaedics and sports medicine
  • 2007- University professor, Department of Health Sciences and Sports Medicine
  • 2001- 2007 Associate professor, Head of Department
  • 2001- 2009 Head physician, Semmelweis University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Department of Sports Surgery and Rehabilitation
  • 1991-2007 Head physician, Department of Sports Surgery
  • 1974-2010 National Institute for Sports Medicine

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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
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Repair

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Istvan Berkes is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Budapest, Hungary.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Istvan Berkes is one of the most sought after specialists in Hungary and has over 30 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
  • Ultrasound
  • 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 recommended diagnostic as well as screening tests help define the treatment process by determining how ready the patient is for the prescribed treatment. To check the patient as to how well he has healed the doctor assists the process by getting physical tests done.

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. It is not just the treatment but the management of the pre operative and the post operative part of the treatment is done by the orthopedic surgeon. You can visit the surgeon for your procedure as well as during the rehabilitation to make it more seamless and effortless. The doctors also recommend tests and prescribe the medicines that you need to take during the treatment.

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