Halyus Valgus Treatment in Dr. Gemalmaz - 3D Patient-Specific Orthopedics

Dr. Gemalmaz - 3D Patient-Specific Orthopedics in Istanbul, Turkey offers specialized surgical treatment for hallux valgus (bunions). The clinic is the only center in the country to provide 3D-printed, patient-specific guides for bunion surgery. The clinic provides surgical packages with included implants and hospital stay. A unilateral 3D Lapiplasty treatment costs around $3,750, a 3D Lapidus procedure is typically $5,000–$6,000, and bilateral surgery may cost around $9,000. Associate Professor Halil Can Gemalmaz pioneered these patient-specific methods in Turkey.

Diagnostic Planning and Consultation

All treatment begins with a thorough diagnostic process. This includes a pre-operative consultation with the surgeon. The clinic uses advanced 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for surgical planning. This technology allows the surgeon to create a detailed virtual model of the foot. It is used to design a unique correction plan for each patient. This 3D planning is included in all surgical packages.

Surgical Treatment Options

The clinic performs two main types of advanced, guided surgery. Both use the custom 3D plan to ensure high precision.

• 3D Lapiplasty: This is a minimally invasive bunion correction. It uses 3D-printed, patient-specific guides to direct the bone cuts. This technique aims for a precise correction with fewer complications. Hospital stay for this procedure is typically 3 days.
• 3D Lapidus Procedure: This is an advanced bunion correction. It combines 3D planning with patient-specific implants. This method is designed for a permanent correction of the deformity. Hospital stay usually ranges from 1 to 3 days.

Each surgical package covers several important costs:

• All necessary surgical implants
• The hospital stay
• The surgeon's fees
• Walking aids (such as crutches)

Medical Expertise

Assoc. Prof. Halil Can Gemalmaz leads the surgical team. He is an orthopedic surgeon with 17 years of experience. He has performed over 1,100 orthopedic procedures. Prof. Gemalmaz pioneered the first patient-specific orthopedic surgeries in Turkey in 2014. He has an academic affiliation with Johns Hopkins through the Acıbadem School of Medicine.

The clinic holds accreditation from the Turkish Medical Association. Patients should plan for a post-discharge hotel stay of 7-8 days. If you are considering specialized bunion correction, contacting the clinic can provide personalized information.