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Dr. Z Ugur Isiklar

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

39 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Z Ugur Isiklar is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sisli, Turkey. The doctor has over 28 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Z Ugur Isiklar is part of:

  • Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • Training Council Association of Arthroplasty (Founder Member)
  • Associate of Hip and knee arthroplasty TUSYAD
  • Associate of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
  • AO Alumni and Faculty (Association for the Study of Internal Fixation)
  • AO Trustee SICOT EFORT (European Federation of Orthopedics and Traumatology)
  • EHS (European Hip Society)

Qualifications :

  • Ben Taub trauma Center, Adult Reconstructive Surgery Fellow and Orthopedic Trauma Staff, 1994 - 1995, Houston, Texas / USA
  • Baylor Collage of Medicine, Department Of Orthopedic Surgery, 1991 - 1995, Houston, Texas, USA
  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine IBN I Sina Hospital Orthopedia and Traumatology, Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialization Training 1985 - 1991, Ankara, Turkey
  • Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, Medical Doctor Education 1979 - 1985, Ankara, Turkey

Hospital Address :

Kaptan Paa Mh, Memorial ili Hospital, Halit Ziya T

What is the medical expertise of Dr Z Ugur Isiklar?

  • With more than 28 years of experience, Dr Z Ugur Isiklar is a leading orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, orthopedic implant-associated infections and complex orthopedic trauma.
  • He completed a Fellowship in Joint Replacement(1991), a Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma(1993), and a Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Surgery(1994) at the Baylor College of Medicine.
  • Dr Isiklar has many publications to his credit. Some of these research articles are:
    1. Korkmaz MF, Aksu N, Göğüş A, Debre M, Kara AN, Işiklar ZU. The results of internal fixation of proximal humeral fractures with the PHILOS locking plate. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2008 Mar-Apr;42(2):97-105.
    2. Aksu N, Korkmaz MF, Göğüş A, Kara AN, Işiklar ZU. Surgical treatment of elbow dislocations accompanied by coronoid fractures. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2008 Aug-Oct;42(4):258-64.
    3. Karatoprak O, Korkmaz MF, Kara AN, Göğüş A, Işiklar ZU.Early results of autologous mononuclear bone marrow cell implantation in nontraumatic avascular necrosis of the femoral head. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2008 May-Jul;42(3):178-83.
  • Dr Isiklar is certified by the Turkish Orthopedic Board. He is a member of respected professional bodies such as the Turkish Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Society, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Society, the European Federation of Orthopedics and Traumatology and the European Hip Society.
  • He also participates in training courses regularly to build his skills and knowledge. Some of these include the AO Masters Course, Davos( 2004), the Intelligent Hip Surgery Course, Brussels(2005) and the AO Regional Course Advanced Principles of Fracture Management Course, Malta(2010).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Orthopedic Surgeons from other cities?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Orthopedic Surgeon in Sisli, Turkey?

Some of the conditions performed by orthopedic surgeons in Sisli, Turkey are:

  • Meniscus Tear
  • Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Injury or Fracture of the Hip Joint
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Post-traumatic arthritis
  • Damaged joint
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Shorten or lengthen a deformed bone
  • Avascular Necrosis of Hip Joint
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Deformed Knees
  • Major Fractures
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
  • Knee Pain
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Shoulder Inflammation
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
  • Osteoarthritis (Most Common)
  • Knee Injury
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
What are the qualifications of an Orthopedic Surgeon?

Aspiring orthopedic specialists need to obtain a 5½ years MBBS degree and then 2- 3 years MS (orthopedics). Interested candidates have to appear in a medical entrance test. After completing the four and half years of MBBS course and one year and six months of mandatory training, one has to pursue MS (Ortho) to work as an Orthopaedic Surgeon.

After completing two to three years of MS (Ortho) course, an Orthopaedist can get jobs in government hospitals and can also open their own clinic to provide services to patients.

What conditions do Orthopedic Surgeons treat?

Orthopedic surgeons treat a variety of conditions, including:

  • joint or back pain
  • Arthritis
  • bone fractures
  • muscle strains
  • injuries of tendons or ligaments, such as tendonitis, sprains, and ACL tears
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • limb abnormalities like clubfoot and bowlegs
  • bone cancer
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Fracture of the Hip Joint
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Damaged joint
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Post-traumatic arthritis
  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries
  • Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
  • Knee Pain
  • Brachial Plexus
  • Deformed Knees
  • Major Fractures
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Shoulder Inflammation
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Injury
What diagnostic tests are required by an Orthopedic Surgeon?

An Orthopedic Surgeon may order the below-listed diagnostic tests:

  • X-ray
  • Arthrography
  • Bone scan
  • Bone density scan
  • Computerized axial tomography scan
  • Fluoroscopy
  • Computed Tomography
  • Discography
  • Doppler Ultrasound
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Ultrasound
  • Dual-Photon Absorptiometry
  • Peripheral Bone Density Testing
  • Radiographs
  • Electromyography
When should you visit an Orthopedic Surgeon?

You need to see an orthopedic surgeon if you experience any of the signs mentioned below:

  • pain in a joint, muscle, or bone
  • discomfort relating to movement
  • injury in your joints, bones, muscles, or ligaments
  • torn or broken ligaments
  • torn or broken tendon
  • broken bones that don’t heal with just a cast
  • spine/hip fractures from osteoporosis
  • long-lasting aches, pain, and loss of mobility
What can you expect from your first visit with a Orthopedic Surgeon?

When you first visit an orthopedic surgeon, they would ask you about your complete medical history as well as symptoms. Don’t forget to bring medical records and previous testing documentation.

To diagnose your condition, the surgeon may give you a test or a series of tests. These tests can include X-rays or magnetic resonance imaging depending on your symptoms. They may also recommend physical tests.

Your orthopedic surgeon would diagnose you without doing any tests. They may simply ask you questions to find out what is causing your problems.

When you have received a diagnosis, your doctor and you will discuss treatment options and decide the best option. This could be surgery, or even physical exercise.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Orthopedic Surgeon?

Orthopedic surgeons can perform the given popular procedures:

  • Hip Resurfacing Surgery
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Meniscectomy
  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries/Stereotactic Procedures
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Meniscus Repair
  • ORIF
  • Osteotomy
  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Total Knee Replacement

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