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Dr. Fahri Erdogan

Bone and Joint Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 

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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

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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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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Orthopedic Surgeons from other cities?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Orthopedic Surgeon in Taksim, Turkey?

Some of the conditions performed by orthopedic surgeons in Taksim, 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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