Omer Faruk Bilgen

Prof. Dr. Omer Faruk Bilgen performs around 650 orthopedic surgeries annually at Private Medicabil Hospital in Bursa. He is the President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association. He treats bone and joint injuries, including complex joint reconstruction and trauma care.

Surgical Specialization and Expertise

Dr. Bilgen performs total knee, hip, and shoulder replacement surgeries. He treats cases of hip dislocation and avascular necrosis (AVN), a condition where bone tissue dies due to lack of blood supply. The specialist performs revision arthroplasty to correct or replace failing joint implants. He also treats bone and joint injuries, osteoporosis, and developmental hip dysplasia.

Professional Achievements

• Reached the rank of Professor in 2002.
• Completes approximately 650 joint surgeries every year.
• Introduced a new surgical technique for Crowe Type IV hip contractures.
• Served as an Education Advisor and Lecturer for STRYKER in the USA.

Academic and Research Work

Dr. Bilgen publishes articles in national and international orthopedic journals. He presents surgical methods at global scientific conferences. The specialist contributed the paper "Intraoperative Two–Stage Evaluation of Muscle Contractures" to a Congress Program. Additionally, he serves as a lecturer to train other surgeons in modern techniques.

Professional Memberships

• President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• President of the Association of Bursa Healthcare Institutions
• Member of the Supreme Advisory Council for the Turkish Health and Tourism Board

Education and Training

• 1981 – Istanbul Cerrahpasa University – Medical Degree
• 1989 – Uludag University – Specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology