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Dr. Aziz Kaya Alturfan: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

37 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Aziz Kaya Alturfan is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Fulya, Turkey. The doctor has over 37 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aziz Kaya Alturfan is part of:

  • Turkey Sports Traumatology,
  • Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
  • Turkey's National Olympic Committee (NOC)

Qualifications :

  • 1975 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1969 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Aziz Kaya Alturfan?

  • Dr Aziz Kaya Alturfan is a prominent orthopedic surgeon with 37 years of experience. He has expertise in traumatology and arthroscopic surgery.
  • He is a part of renowned international and national organizations such as the Capa Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics , the Turkish National Olympic Committee (NOC), Turkey Sports Traumatology and the Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association( TUSYAD).
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Dr. Aydin Yuceturk: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

32 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Aydin Yuceturk is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Fulya, Turkey. The doctor has over 32 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aydin Yuceturk is part of:

  • Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Association
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association TOTBID
  • Pediatric Orthopedics Branch Foot Surgery Society
  • Avrupa Pediatric Hand Surgery Association (FESSH)
  • World Pediatric Hand Surgery Association (IFFSH)
  • Turkish Pediatric Hand Surgery Association Narakas Surgery Group Member

Qualifications :

  • 2011 Medical Specialization Board Hand Surgery
  • 1996 Başkent University Faculty of Medicine, Professor
  • 1991 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Associate Professor
  • 1985 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1981 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. Selahattin Ozyurek: Best Orthopedic Surgeon in Ulus, Turkey

Orthopedic Surgeon

 

Ulus, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Selahattin Ozyurek is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought-after medical specialists in Ulus, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and was associated with Liv Hospital Ulus.

Association and Memberships Dr. Selahattin Ozyurek is part of:

  • European Orthopedic Research Society (EORS)
  • Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBId)
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council (TOTEK)
  • Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
  • Turkish Musculoskeletal Shockwave Therapy Society
  • Turkish Orthopedic Research Council (TOAK)
  • Turkish Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • Maltepe Military High School, Izmir (1990-1994) (Term third place)
  • Gulhane Military Medical Academy Faculty of Medicine (1994-2000)
  • GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialization Training (2003-2007)

What is the medical expertise of Dr Selahattin Ozyurek?

  • A renowned orthopedic surgeon, Dr Selahattin Ozyurek has 20 years of experience. He specializes in sports injuries and surgery, arthroplasty, arthroscopic surgery, joint diseases, cartilage surgery, ACL reconstruction and rotator cuff repair.
  • He completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, USA(2009-2010).
  • In 2015, he received the Best Reviewer Award from the Indian Research Orthopedic Group's Journal of Orthopedic Case Reports. Additionally, In 2011, the Gülhane Military Medical Academy Scientific Studies Evaluation Board awarded him the second prize for best scientific study in the field of surgical medicine for 2010-2011.
  • Dr Ozyurek holds professional memberships in societies such as the Turkish Sports Ä°njuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD), Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID), Turkish Musculoskeletal Shockwave Therapy Society, and Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Education Council (TOTEK).
  • He serves as a reviewer for journals such as the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Anatolian Journal of Clinical Investigation, Cumhuriyet Medical Journal (CMJ), and Oman Medical Journal.
  • Over the course of his career, he has published more than 90 research papers. Some of his high-impact publications include:
    1. Tezel O, Kaldirim U, Bilgic S, Deniz S, Eyi YE, Ozyurek S, Durusu M, Tezel N. A comparison of suprascapular nerve block and procedural sedation analgesia in shoulder dislocation reduction. Am J Emerg Med. 2014 Feb 17. pii: S0735-6757(14)00105-3.
    2. Ozyurek S, Kose O. Distal biceps brachii tendon rupture resulting in acute compartment syndrome. Orthopedics. 2014 Mar 1;37(3):147.
    3. B.Gokcen, S.Ozyurek, A.Atik, A.K.Sivrioglu, E.Kaya, K.Keklikçi. Successful Closed Manipulation of Simple Lateral Dislocation of the Elbow Joint: A Case Report. Oman Med J 2013 Nov; 28(6).
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Dr. Ahmet Guray Batmaz: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ahmet Guray Batmaz is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Atasehir, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Atasehir Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmet Guray Batmaz is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology Intern Young Specialist Physician
  • Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology Federation of Orthopedic Trainees in Europe

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty - Medical Training
  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty - Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialisation Training

Hospital Address :

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What is the medical expertise of Dr Ahmet Guray Batmaz?

  • Dr Ahmet Guray Batmaz is a notable orthopedic surgeon with 12 years of experience in performing hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty and upper limb surgery. He also specializes in pediatric orthopedics.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Batmaz has published more than 7 research articles in international and national journals of repute. Some of his publications include:
    1. Batmaz AG, Kayaalp ME, Oto O, Bulbul AM. Sealing of the Femoral Tunnel with an Autologous Bone Graft Decreases Blood Loss. Acta Chir Orthop Traumatol Cech. 2016;83(5):348-350. Czech.
    2. Chondrocyte proliferation, viability and differentiation declined following the administration of methylphenidate utilized for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Hum Exp Toxicol. 2017 Sep;36(9):981-992.
    3. Effect of naproxen on proliferation and differentiation of primary cell cultures isolated from human cartilage tissue. Exp Ther Med. 2018 Sep;16(3):1647-1654.
  • Dr Batmaz is a member of numerous professional organizations such as the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology and the Federation of Orthopedic Trainees in Europe.
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Dr. Ali Erdem Bagatur: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

35 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ali Erdem Bagatur is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ali Erdem Bagatur is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Chamber
  • Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • Turkish Arthroplasty Society
  • Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity
  • Turkish Society for Surgery of the Foot and Ankle
  • European Pediatric Orthopaedic Society

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpa?a School of Medicine (1991-1997)
  • Istanbul University School of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program (1997-2001)

Hospital Address :

S?tz Mahallesi, Medicana International Ankara, S?tz Cad Eski?ehir Yolu zeri, ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ali Erdem Bagatur?

  • With more than three decades of experience, Dr Ali Erdem Bagatur is a renowned orthopedic surgeon who specializes in trauma treatment, foot and ankle surgery, arthroplasty, peripheral nerve neuropathy surgery and hand and upper extremity surgery.
  • Dr Bagatur is associated with numerous prestigious professional bodies such as the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, the Turkish Society of Arthroplasty, and the Turkish Society for Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery.
  • He has the Turkish Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Education Council Board Certificate.
  • Dr Bagatur has several publications to his credit. Some of his high-impact research works include:
    1. A Simple Method for Fixation of Proximal Opening-Wedge Osteotomy of the First Metatarsal for Correction of Hallux Valgus. A. Erdem Bagatur, Mehmet Albayrak, Yunus Emre Akman, Merter Yalcinkaya, Utku Erdem Ozer, M. Burak Yalçin, Orthopedics 2016 Nov 1;39(6):e1213-e1217.
    2. Retrosternal displacement of the clavicle after medial physeal fracture in an adolescent: MRI. Utku Erdem Ozer, M. Burak Yalçin, Kaya Kanberoglu, A. Erdem Bagatur Journal of Paediatric Orthopaedics-B 2014; 23 (4): 375-378.
    3. Neurolysis for failed tarsal tunnel surgery. Merter Yalcinkaya, Utku Erdem Ozer, M. Burak Yalcin, A. Erdem Bagatur. Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery 2014;53(6):794-8
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Dr. Celil: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

10+ Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Celil is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10+ Years of experience and is associated with Medipol Mega University Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Duzce University Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology Ataturk University, Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Gztepe Mahallesi, Medipol Mega niversite Hastanesi, Metin Sokak, Ba?c?lar/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. H Cihangir Yurdoglu: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. H Cihangir Yurdoglu is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with Bayindir Healthcare Group.

Association and Memberships Dr. H Cihangir Yurdoglu is part of:

  • Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • Turkish Society of Orthopedic Oncology

Qualifications :

  • Specialization Training Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Istanbul University

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere Mahallesi, Bayndr Hospital Kavakldere, Atat

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Dr. Murat Baloglu: Best  in Antalya, Turkey

 

, Antalya, Turkey

9 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Murat Baloglu is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Antalya, Turkey. The doctor has over 9 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Antalya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Murat Baloglu is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Society of Sports traumatology Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery.
  • Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Akdeniz University Medical Faculty-Medical Training
  • Akdeniz University Medical Faculty-Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialisation Training

Hospital Address :

Zafer Mahallesi, Memorial Antalya Hospital, Y?ld?r?m Beyaz?t Caddesi, Kepez/Antalya, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Murat Baloglu?

  • Dr Murat Baloglu is a highly- skilled and qualified orthopedic surgeon with 9 years of experience. He has expertise in traumatology and sports medicine.
  • Dr Baloglu is a member of many respected professional bodies such as the Turkish Medical Association, and the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery.
  • He has several publications in many journals of repute such as:

Karaaslan F, Yurdakul E, Baloglu M, Mermerkaya MU, Karaoglu S. Bilateral spontaneous atraumatic rupture of the Achilles tendon in an athlete. Am J Emerg Med. 2016 Jan;34(1):114.e1-2.

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Dr. Oguz Okan Karaeminogullari: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

28 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Oguz Okan Karaeminogullari is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 28 Years of experience and is associated with Bayindir Healthcare Group.

Association and Memberships Dr. Oguz Okan Karaeminogullari is part of:

  • Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • AO Spine
  • International Society of Endoscopic Spine Surgery
  • Turkish Spine Surgery Society
  • Spine Society of Europe

Qualifications :

  • Specialization Training Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology medical School Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere Mahallesi, Bayndr Hospital Kavakldere, Atat

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Dr. Salim Ersozlu: Best  in Konya, Turkey

 

Konya, Turkey

25+ Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Salim Ersozlu is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Konya, Turkey. The doctor has over 25+ Years of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty 1993
  • Uludag University Faculty of Medicine 2003

What is the medical expertise of Dr Salim Ersozlu?

  • Dr Salim Ersozlu is a reputed orthopedic surgeon with over 25 years of experience. His areas of expertise include arthroplasty, trauma surgery, knee surgery, osteoporosis, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
  • He has more than 20 high-impact publications to his credit. These include:
    1. Ersozlu S, Sahin O, Ozgur AF, Akkaya T. Sciatic neuropathy from a giant hibernoma of the thigh: a case report. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2008 May;37(5):E103-6.
    2. Ersozlu S, Akkaya T, Ozgur AF, Sahin O, Senturk I, Tandogan R. Bilateral staged total knee arthroplasty in obese patients. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2008 Feb;128(2):143-8.
    3. Ozturk C, Ersozlu S, Aydinli U. Importance of greenstick lamina fractures in low lumbar burst fractures. Int Orthop. 2006 Aug;30(4):295-8.
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Dr. Ahmet Alanay: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

29 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ahmet Alanay is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Altunizade, Turkey. The doctor has over 29 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmet Alanay is part of:

  • Spine Society of Europe Spine / Advisory Board Membership
  • European Federation of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
  • American Bone and Joint Society
  • Spine deformity /Editorial Board Membership
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Turk Orthopedics and Traumatology Union Association
  • Scoliosis Research Society
  • North American Spine Society

Certifications :

  • Visiting Professorship, UCLA School of Medicine, Comprehensive Spine Center, USA Spine Research Fellowship on Spinal Deformity, University of Kansas Medical Center, USA

Qualifications :

  • Bornova Anadolu High School Ankara University School of Medicine Hacettepe University School of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, Acbadem Hastanesi - Altunizade, Yurtcan Soka,

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ahmet Alanay?

  • Dr Ahmet Alanay has 29 years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon. He is skilled in performing surgeries for Scoliosis, Spinal deformities, and Kyphosis.
  • Dr Alanay has special interests in adult and pediatric spinal disorders. He has the requisite skills to perform a range of advanced orthopedic surgical techniques such as neuro motorization for scoliosis, vertebroplasty for vertebral fractures, and anterior thoracoscopic tethering techniques for treating scoliosis.
  • He is the Chair of the Education Council of one of the most prestigious spinal societies in the world, the Scoliosis Research Society. Dr Alanay is also one of the founding members of the renowned European Spinal Study Group(ESSG). He holds professional memberships in organizations such as the European Federation of Orthopedics and Traumatology, the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, and the North American Spine Society.
  • Owing to his impressive credentials and vast knowledge in the field of orthopedic surgery, Dr Alanay serves as a member of the Editorial Board of several reputed journals such as the JBJS Reviews, Spine Deformity and the European Spine Journal. He is the Associate Editor of the Journal of Spine Surgery.
  • He completed a Fellowship in Spine Surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Ahmet has published more than 85 research articles in well-known journals and books. Some of his publications include:
    1. Building clinically actionable models for predicting mechanical complications in postoperatively well-aligned adult spinal deformity patients using the XGBoost algorithm.
    2. Does the use of postoperative brace help prevent mechanical complications following adult deformity surgery?
    3. Operative differences for posterior spinal fusion after vertebral body tethering: Are we fusing more levels in the end?
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Dr. Ata Can Atalar: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ata Can Atalar is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Maslak, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ata Can Atalar is part of:

  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
  • Turkish Sports Injuries
  • Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
  • European Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (SECEC / ESSSE)
  • AO Trauma (Association for questions of osteosynthesis)
  • Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 2016 Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Professor Doctor
  • 2010 Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Associate Professor Doctor
  • 2003 European Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery SECEC, ESSSE (European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow) Scholarship
  • 2001 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 1995 Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty
  • 1989 Istanbul Boys High School

Hospital Address :

Dar

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Dr. Fahri Erdogan: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Fahri Erdogan is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Taksim, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Hospital Taksim.

Certifications :

  • Orthopedics and traumatology at the Bradford Royal Infirmary in the UK and at Tokyo Nihon University in Japan

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology

Hospital Address :

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What is the medical expertise of Dr Fahri Erdogan?

  • With over 30 years of experience, Dr Fahri Erdogan is a well-known orthopedic surgeon. He is an expert in performing procedures such as hip and knee replacements, bone fracture surgeries, and arthroscopic surgery. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 5000 hip surgeries. Dr Erdogan also provides effective treatments for conditions such as osteoporosis, osteoarthritis and joint dislocations.
  • Dr Fahri has published his research in different reputed international and national scientific journals. His research articles include the following:
    1. Demir MT, Pirinççi Y, Salih M, Erdoğan F, Güney N. The midterm and long-term effects of acetabular roof ring and Burch-Schneider anti-protrusion cages in acetabular revisions for patients with acetabular bone deficiency. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2015;49(6):597-605.
    2. Kovalak E, Can A, Stegemann N, Erdoğan AÖ, Erdoğan F. Total knee arthroplasty after osseous ankylosis of the knee joint. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2015;49(5):503-7.
    3. Botanlioglu H, Kaynak G, Ozsahin K, Caliskan G, Guven M. F, Erdogan F, Bilsel N. The role of total hip arthroplasty in the correction of posture in patients with coxarthrosis related to ankylosing spondylitis. Minerva Ortopedica e Traumatologica 2013 June;64(3):325-31.
  • Dr Erdogan completed his orthopedic surgery training at the Bradford Royal Infirmary in England in 1984 and at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty in 1991.
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Dr. Koksal Tilki: Best  in Samsun, Turkey

 

, Samsun, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Koksal Tilki is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ondokuz May?s University Faculty of Medicine
  • Ondokuz May?s University Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics Traumatology Department

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet, Medical Park, 39. Sokak, Atakum/Samsun, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Koksal Tilki?

  • A leading orthopedic surgeon, Dr Koksal Tilki has over 30 years of experience. He is a specialist in hip replacement, pediatric orthopedics, broken dislocation, knee arthroplasty, bone joint tumors, bone joint infection and sports injuries surgery.
  • Dr Tilki is a part of several professional organizations such as the Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology, the Turkish Association of Sports Medicine and the Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery.
  • His research work has been published in several prestigious journals. Some of his publications include:
    1. Sagittal Contour Restoration And Canal Clearance In Burst Fractures of The Thoracolumbar Junction (T12-L1): The Efficacy of The Surgery.Muharrem Yazıcı,Birol Gülman, Selçuk Şen, Köksal Tilki.Journal Of Orthopedic Trauma.
    2. The Effect of Polytetrafluoroethylene Surgical Membrane on Adhesion Formation After Repairing Zone II Flexor Tendon Incisions in Rabbits. Yılmaz Tomak, T, Nedim Karaismailoğlu,Nevzat Dabak, Köksal Tilki, Selçuk Tepe Acta Orthopedic Traumatology 32:163 Turcı -169, 1998.
    3. Compression Plate-Screw System and Treatment of Femoral Neck Fractures.Nedim Karaismailoğlu,Nevzat Dabak,Birol Gülman, Köksal Tilki. Hacettepe Orthopedic Journal.2;4 ; 1992
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Dr. Onat Uzumcugil: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Onat Uzumcugil is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Istanbul.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School and Year Graduated - Istanbul University School of Medicine, 1998
  • Place and Year of Specialization Training - Ssk Ankara Training Hospital, 2004

Hospital Address :

Byk?ehir Mahallesi, Medicana International Istanbul, Beylikdz Caddesi, Beylikdz/Istanbul, Turkey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which are some of the conditions treated by Knee Replacement Surgeon in Fulya, Turkey?

Check out the conditions performed by knee replacement surgeons in Fulya, Turkey:

  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Pain
  • Knee Injury
  • Deformed Knees
Who is a Knee Replacement Surgeon?

Knee replacement surgeons are the orthopaedic surgeons who are trained in the treatment of the joints, knee, and muscle of the region. Knee injuries are often caused because of sports injuries, trauma and other medical complications. Some patients may feel pain in a specific part of the knee; while others may feel pain in the entire knee.

A total knee replacement is a surgical procedure in which the affected knee joints are replaced with artificial material. The knee has a hinge joint that provides full motion at the point where your thigh meets the lower leg. The thigh bone is attached to the large bone of the lower leg at the knee joint.

In a total knee replacement, the end part of the femur bone is removed completely and replaced with a metal. The end portion of the lower leg bone is removed and then replaced with a plastic piece with a smooth metal stem. A plastic "button" might also be added below the kneecap surface depending on the condition of the kneecap of the knee joint. Knee replacement surgery is generally performed for the treatment of knee pain. The surgery helps improve the overall quality of life as well as improve mobility. The most common condition that may require knee replacement surgery is osteoarthritis.

What are the qualifications of a Knee Replacement Surgeon?

Candidates who want to become a Knee Replacement Surgeon should have a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by two to three years M.S. (orthopedics). Interested candidates can pursue M.Ch for super specialization in replacement surgery.

The training and education to become a Knee Replacement Surgeon is extensive and includes the completion of:

  • Five-and-a-half years of MBBS course.
  • Three years of MS degree
  • One year internship in transplant surgery
  • About 5 years in a neurosurgery residency program
What conditions do Knee Replacement Surgeons treat?

Some conditions treated by a knee replacement surgeons are:

  • Knee Injury
  • Deformed Knees
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Pain
  • Knee pain
  • Arthritis
  • Deformed knee
What diagnostic tests are required by Knee Replacement Surgeons?

Below diagnostic tests are required by Knee Replacement Surgeons:

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Scan
  • Computed Tomography or CAT Scan of the Bones
  • Fluoroscopy Procedure
  • Muscle Biopsy
  • Myelogram
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Ultrasound
  • X-ray
  • Arthrography
  • Bone scan
  • Doppler Ultrasound
When should you visit a Knee Replacement Surgeon?

You need to visit a Knee Replacement Surgeon if you experience the below-listed signs:

  • Painful joint
  • Limited movement
  • Inflammation in joint
  • Limited mobility

Multiple symptoms are common when orthopedic conditions are involved. Frequent pain in the joints and muscles as well swelling are an indication that you must consult a Knee Replacement Surgeon at the earliest. The range of motion is limited in the affected areas if you have injury or condition of this type.

What can you expect from your first visit with a Knee Replacement Surgeon?

If your primary care physician has recommended you to see a Knee Replacement Surgeon for any acute or chronic injuries or conditions you may have, it could be helpful to know what to expect during the initial consultation.

You and the surgeon would be discussing all conditions, the course of the treatment, and the rehabilitation process. The surgeon may want to perform an examination and tests to get a clearer picture of the issue.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Knee Replacement Surgeon?

Different types of surgeries performed by a knee replacement surgeon depending on the extent of knee damage. Below are some popular procedures performed by a Knee Replacement Surgeon:

  • Total Knee Replacement
  • Unicompartmental Knee Replacement
  • Patellofemoral Arthroplasty

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