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Dr. Umut Bektas

Dr. Umut Bektas

Bone and Joint Specialist ·
, Ankara, Turkey

30 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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

Specialises in:

Bone Tumor in the Hip JointTorn Rotator CuffHip Fracture or Hip DysplasiaHip OsteoarthritisMeniscus Tear

About Dr. Umut Bektas

Conditions Treated by Dr Umut Bektas

We are outlining here for you the many conditions that Dr. Umut Bektas treats.:

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

The doctor consults patients who wish for treatment for the issues in their musculoskeletal system. Injuries or conditions of the bones, ligaments, joints or tendons are the ones the doctor specialises in. 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 Umut Bektas

Here is the long list of symptoms and signs in a person with orthopedic condition or injury.:

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

Orthopedic or musculoskeletal issues warrant multiple symptoms in patients. 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 Umut Bektas

The doctor operates from 8 am to 4 pm, 6 days of the week with Sunday being an off day. The doctor makes sure that the procedures are completed with a whole degree of skill and efficiency.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Umut Bektas

There are several popular procedures performed by Dr. Umut Bektas such as:

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

Arthritis, hip pain, dislocated joints or any of a number of such conditions mean that to get back on our feet we must refer with 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. The surgeons can sub specialise in specific areas of the body considering the wide application in the specialty.

Qualification

  • 1989, Ankara University School of Medicine
  • 1995, Ankara University School of Medicine, Orthopedics Residency Program

Work Experiences

  • Malatya Arapgir Health Clinic (1989-1990)
  • Ankara University School of Medicine, Orthopedics Residency Program (1990-1995)
  • Ankara Sevgi Hospital (1995-1999)
  • Ankara Guven Hospital (1999-2001)
  • Ankara Cag Hospital (2001-2010)

Certifications (5)

  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association Proficiency Certificate (TOTEK Board Certificate),
  • Certificate of Hip USG in Infants.

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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. Umut Bektas is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ankara, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Umut Bektas is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 30 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

Here is a comprehensive list of tests that are to be done prior to and during your consultation with an orthopedic surgeon.:

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

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. The physical determinants of the patient give a good before and after picture of the patients condition..

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. 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 recommend the tests that need to be done as well as prescribe the medications inline with your orthopedic treatment.

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