Gursel Saka, Orthopedic surgeon

Prof. Dr. Gürsel Saka is a distinguished Orthopaedic and Traumatology Specialist and Professor with extensive clinical experience in joint replacement surgery, arthroplasty, trauma surgery, and complex pelvic and acetabular surgery.

Throughout his academic and clinical career, Prof. Dr. Saka has developed particular expertise in hip and knee replacement surgery, including advanced arthroplasty procedures, as well as the surgical management of complex orthopaedic trauma.

His professional interests encompass hip and knee arthroplasty, joint replacement surgery, trauma surgery, and pelvic-acetabular reconstruction. He has performed numerous successful surgical procedures and is recognized for his contribution to the development of innovative orthopaedic surgical techniques.

In 2014, he was a finalist at the XI TÜBİTAK Technology Awards with his project entitled:

“Development of an Intramedullary Locked Nail for the Medullary Anatomy of the Forearm Bones (Radius and Ulna)”

Prof. Dr. Gürsel Saka currently continues to provide specialist orthopaedic care at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Istanbul.

AREAS OF CLINICAL EXPERTISE

• Hip Replacement Surgery
• Knee Replacement Surgery
• Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
• Joint Replacement Surgery
• Arthroplasty
• Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
• Pelvic and Acetabular Surgery
• Complex Orthopaedic Reconstruction

ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Medical Degree

Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine
Türkiye

Orthopaedic and Traumatology Residency

Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
University of Health Sciences, Türkiye

Associate Professorship

Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
University of Health Sciences, Türkiye

Professorship

Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Istanbul, Türkiye

Providing specialist diagnosis and surgical treatment for patients with a broad range of orthopaedic conditions, with a particular focus on:

• Hip and knee replacement surgery
• Arthroplasty procedures
• Orthopaedic trauma
• Pelvic and acetabular surgery
• Complex joint reconstruction

University of Health Sciences – Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital

Academic & Clinical Practice

University of Health Sciences – Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Orthopaedics and Traumatology Residency & Clinical Practice

Fulya Orthopaedics and Spine Center

Clinical Practice

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

TÜBİTAK XI. TECHNOLOGY AWARDS – FINALIST | 2014

Project:
Development of an Intramedullary Locked Nail Adapted to the Medullary Anatomy of the Forearm Bones (Radius and Ulna)

Prof. Dr. Gürsel Saka was selected as a finalist at the XI TÜBİTAK Technology Awards for his contribution to the development of an innovative intramedullary fixation system designed according to the anatomical characteristics of the radius and ulna.

This project reflects his interest in orthopaedic innovation, surgical technology, and the development of advanced solutions for complex musculoskeletal conditions.

CORE AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

JOINT REPLACEMENT & ARTHROPLASTY
Specialized in hip and knee replacement procedures and arthroplasty surgery.

HIP & KNEE SURGERY
Clinical focus on surgical treatment of advanced hip and knee disorders requiring joint reconstruction or replacement.

ORTHOPAEDIC TRAUMA
Management of complex musculoskeletal injuries and traumatic orthopaedic conditions.

PELVIC & ACETABULAR SURGERY
Experience in the surgical management and reconstruction of complex pelvic and acetabular injuries.

COMPLEX RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
Special interest in advanced reconstructive procedures involving major joints and complex orthopaedic conditions.