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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Cagatay Ozturk

Here is the list of the various conditions that Dr. Cagatay Ozturk treats:

  • Knee Injury
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Bow Legs
  • Knee Pain
  • Blount's Disease

A pediatric orthopedic surgeon diagnoses, manages and treats musculoskeletal issues in children through various procedures.. It makes sense to consult the doctor of this specialty if the child has abnormalities of spine, limbs or gait, bone or joint infections or fracture in the bones. The doctor must know how to communicate well with children and recommend the best line of treatment..

Typical Signs and Symptoms Dr Cagatay Ozturk treats

The symptoms and signs which necessitate treatment by Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon are:

  • Broken Bones
  • Gait Abnormalities (limping)
  • Bone and Joint Infections
  • Limb and Spine Deformities (such as club foot, scoliosis)

Any injury or orthopedic condition in individuals leads to swelling, bruising or pain, the most routine symptoms. Kindly do not delay in consulting the doctor when the symptoms start getting noticeable instead of waiting which will reduce the chance of a positive result. Orthopedic condition becomes clear when their is not just intermittent but lasting pain that the patient is feeling.

Operating hours of Dr. Cagatay Ozturk

Six days a week, 10 am to 7 pm are the operating hours of the doctor. The procedures are taking long to be performed by the doctor because of the delicate and essential nature of the procedures.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Cagatay Ozturk

It is the following important popular procedures that the Dr. Cagatay Ozturk performs on the patients.:

  • Knee Arthroscopy

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons resolve the conditions in the musculoskeletal system in children via different kinds of surgeries. The long term experience, the best of education and training is involved in these procedures. This doctor treats children in the age bracket of newborns to teenagers.

Qualification

  • Hacettepe University, Medical Faculty (English) 1990-1997
  • Zonguldak Turkali Health center 1997-1999
  • Uludag University, Medical Faculty, Orthopedics Department 1999-2004

Past Experiences

  • Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital 2004-2015
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (8)

  • Scoliosis Research Society
  • European Spine Society
  • Minimal İnvasive Spine Society
  • North American Spine Society
  • AOSpine
  • Asia Pacific Spine Society
  • Turkish Spine Society

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • Turkish children’s performance on Denver II: effect of sex and mother’s education.
  • Hand and eye preference in normal preschool children.
  • Dural tears in lumbar burst fractures with greenstick lamina fractures.
  • Results of surgical treatment of intra-articular (AO-C3) distal humeral fractures in adults.

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PROCEDURES

  • Knee Arthroscopy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Cagatay Ozturk have?
Dr. Cagatay Ozturk is a specialized Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Cagatay Ozturk offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Cagatay Ozturk have?
Dr. Cagatay Ozturk is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?

The Pediatrician may refer you to a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon if your child comes to them with distress regarding the musculoskeletal system. The doctors who work in this specialty evaluate and treat the orthopedic conditions in children. The rehabilitation process is also streamlined for the patients by the doctors so that it helps them transition to a regular life. Diagnostic, screening and physical tests are also recommended by the specialists to fine tune the treatment process.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

Tests recommended by Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon before and during consultation are listed here.:

  • Bone Scan
  • CT Scan
  • Tissue Culture
  • Bone Biopsy
  • MRI Scan
  • Blood Test
  • X-Rays

The treatment process is managed effectively with the help of the tests. The joints are checked by the doctor to see whether they are warm, swollen or inflammed or a part of the body is tender. Special tests are devised to check muscles because they are soft tissues and X rays do not help.

When should you go to see a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

The orthopedic injuries are usually in the bones, ligaments or tendons in children as in adults. When the injuries or disabling discomfort is their in your childs' musculoskeletal system then a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon is the right doctor to consult. The most common injuries for which people may require consultation with a pediatric orthopedic surgeon

  1. Wrist Fracture
  2. Shoulder Dislocation
  3. Stress Fractures
  4. ACL Tear
  5. Rotator Cuff Tear
  6. Meniscus Tear

The doctors assist you in managing conditions in your child without the need for surgeries or operations as well.