Orthopedics Doctors in test — Page 14

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

The doctor is a highly regarded specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, currently serving as the Head of the Traumatology Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja. With a Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery, the doctor possesses extensive expertise in sports traumatology, knee and shoulder surgery, and minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. The doctor has provided medical care to the Spanish National Swimming Team since 1996 and serves as an editor for the European journal KSST.

Recognized for excellence in musculoskeletal injury treatment and degenerative joint conditions, the doctor is an active member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy, and has received awards for outstanding clinical research.

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

Deputy Chief of the Spine Unit at Vienna General Hospital – Dr. Grohs brings over 35 years of experience of specialized expertise in complex spinal conditions.

• Former President of the Austrian Spine Society
• Chair of AO-Spine Austria since 2015
• Expert in manual medicine and orthopedic surgery
• Extensive international surgical missions in Ghana and Kenya

Dr. Grohs is a leading spine specialist in Vienna, serving as Deputy Chief of the Spine Unit at Medical University Vienna.

• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with extensive spine surgery expertise
• Former President and current Chair of AO-Spine Austria
• Specializes in complex spinal conditions and surgical interventions
• Active in international surgical missions in Africa

Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

Certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by the Mexican Board – Dr. Flores focuses on regenerative treatments at Advanced Regenerative Center.

• Board-certified and recertified in rehabilitation medicine
• Expert in non-surgical approaches for musculoskeletal conditions
• Specializes in stem cell therapy for knee and joint rehabilitation
• Registered with Mexico's Ministry of Health

Dr Ozden Gul specializes in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• 36 years of experience of surgical experience across leading Turkish hospitals
• Expertise in laparoscopic procedures for gallbladder and hernia conditions
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Performs 20+ joint replacements weekly – Prof. Hospodar leads orthopedic surgery at Malvazinky Hospital with 37 years of experience in the field.

• Head Physician of the Czech Olympic team since 1995
• Specializes in Zimmer knee implants – durable option for younger patients
• Holds two Orthopedics Postgraduate Degrees and a Head Physician license
• Trains national athletes, including hockey and basketball teams

Prof. Omer Faruk Bilgen performs 650+ orthopedic surgeries annually, specializing in complex joint replacements and revision arthroplasty.

• 41 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Education Advisor for STRYKER, USA – trains other surgeons
• Developed new surgical techniques for hip dislocation treatment
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Irwin Gonzalez Abad is a regenerative medicine specialist at his private clinic in Guadalajara. He offers patented Dezawa MUSE stem cell treatments discovered by Dr. Dezawa. Dr. Gonzalez Abad holds a master’s degree in aesthetic and longevity medicine and a diploma in ozone therapy. He treats about 200 patients annually using personalized protocols.

• Holds certification from the International Society for Stem Cell Application (ISSCA).
• Performs specialized stem cell rejuvenation, exosome therapy, and threads lifting.
• Completed training with aesthetic brands including Galderma, Mint, and Beyond Aesthetics.
• Provides ozone therapy and vitamin infusions alongside aesthetic procedures.

Dr. Donna Robinson has over 44 years of experience of experience and leads MedConsult Bangkok Medical Clinic–twice awarded for excellence in healthcare.

• UK-trained with dual Thai and UK medical licenses
• Specializes in general practice with integrated orthopedic care
• Women in Business Award winner for healthcare leadership
• Recipient of Asia Pacific Global Health Awards

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir combines 33 years of experience of radiology expertise with specialized training in diagnostic imaging for orthopedic conditions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced imaging techniques for joint and bone disorders
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Holds a doctorate in medicine with a specialization in radiology
• Works closely with orthopedic surgeons for precise treatment planning

Prof. Zagra has performed over 5,000 major orthopedic operations, specializing in complex hip surgeries at IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi.

• Head of Hip Surgery Department I at a leading Milan orthopedic center
• Specializes in revision hip surgeries – 25% of his cases
• Uses latest ceramic and titanium implants for safer outcomes
• Chairman of the Scientific Committee of the European Hip Society
• Visiting professor at the University of Milan's Orthopaedics School