Best Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 35

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Burak Tuna specializes in orthopedic conditions at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Expert in arthroscopic surgery and ligament injuries
• Significant experience in trauma and fracture management
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Published research on innovative surgical techniques

Dr. Cekic has performed over 10,000 knee and hip replacement surgeries, specializing in joint and cartilage treatments at OrtoCare Clinic.

• 15 years of experience of orthopedic surgery experience
• Expert in joint arthroplasty and stem cell therapy
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Orthopaedics Department
• Attended numerous international conferences on joint surgery

Performed over 1,000 orthopedic surgeries – Dr. Bayram specializes in developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in arthroscopic and replacement surgeries
• Focuses on deformity correction and spinal surgery
• Applies current treatment methods with modern technology

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.

Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery center and the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center – Dr. Hamzaoglu is a pioneer in orthopedic surgery.

• Over 43 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specialized training at the Minnesota Spine Center and Hokkaido University
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Over 36 years of experience specializing in orthopedic care – Dr. Bakmaz focuses on hip arthroscopy at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist since 1997
• Clinical focus includes sports injuries and hip arthroscopy
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Akman has contributed extensively to orthopedic research, with multiple publications on diverse orthopedic topics.

• Published research on hip and elbow conditions in Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc
• Specializes in complex orthopedic cases and surgical treatments
• Practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Samet Erinc is an orthopedic spine surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He is an expert in robotic knee prosthesis and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Erinc trained at Chicago Loyola University in the USA. He specializes in treating pediatric scoliosis and degenerative spine diseases.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and MAKOplasty procedures.
• Treats childhood spinal diseases, including kyphosis and disk herniation.
• Completed Eurospine accredited modules through the Turkish Spine Society.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital designated as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

Specializing in pediatric orthopedics, Dr. Elmacioglu focuses on hip dislocations and developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in surgical treatment of fractures and dislocations
• Skilled in hip and knee arthroplasty
• Handles sports injuries in pediatric cases

Dr. Yusuf Pirincci specializes in complex hip cases, including developmental dysplasia (DDH) and revision surgeries at Atlas University Hospital.

• Published research on acetabular reconstructions for severe dysplasia
• Expert in Crowe type IV hip dysplasia cases
• Trained at Istanbul University’s leading orthopedic program
• Also performs hip prosthesis procedures

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir specializes in pediatric hip imaging at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• 33 years of experience of experience in radiology
• Specialized training at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Works at Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in diagnostic imaging for developmental hip conditions

Prof. Dr. Halil Ibrahim Bekler specializes in orthopedic microsurgery and hip prostheses at Avicenna Atasehir Hospital, with over 39 years of experience of experience.

• Trained in microsurgery at Cleveland Medical Center
• Former Head of Orthopedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital
• Associate professor at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in knee and hip prostheses

Prof Ibrahim Azboy is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University, specializing in Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

• Over 25 years of experience of experience in orthopedics
• Holds a prestigious title of Professor since 2021
• Worked at top institutions like Dicle University and Istanbul Medipol University
• Specialized in pediatric and adult orthopedic conditions

Specializes in pediatric orthopedics with hands-on experience at Şırnak State Hospital, focusing on Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

• Trained in pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Works with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans.
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology.
• Skilled in both surgical and non-surgical interventions for DDH.

Dr. Cengiz Sen specializes in Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), with extensive experience in pelvic osteotomies and hip replacements.

• Over 30 years of experience in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Expert in Revision Arthroplasty and congenital limb deformities
• Published research on pelvic osteotomies for acetabular dysplasia
• Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Dr. Levent Bayam is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He completed advanced training and held clinical roles in the United Kingdom and Canada. His training includes fellowships in hip and knee arthroplasty and postgraduate qualifications in trauma, orthopedics, and sports medicine.

His practice focuses on hip and knee replacement, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, trauma surgery, and the care of hip and foot fractures. His care is evidence-based and shaped by his international training and academic roles.