Best Injuries of bones and joints doctors in Istanbul: TOP 58 doctors

1,100+ orthopedic surgeries performed – Dr. Bayram specializes in arthroscopic knee, shoulder, and ankle procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 14 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in spinal surgeries including scoliosis and herniated discs
• Trained at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Performs knee, hip, and shoulder replacements

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz
Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgeon | Istanbul, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology with extensive experience in joint replacement, sports injuries, and advanced reconstructive surgery. He treats both local and international patients in his private clinic in Istanbul and performs surgeries in leading private hospitals.

He specializes in knee, hip, and shoulder conditions, including robotic-assisted joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and complex trauma care. His practice combines modern surgical techniques with individualized treatment planning to achieve reliable functional outcomes and faster recovery.

In selected cases, Prof. Gemalmaz utilizes advanced 3D planning and patient-specific surgical guides to improve surgical precision, particularly in complex deformities and revision procedures.

He is currently a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine and previously worked at Acıbadem Health Group and Acıbadem University.

Key strengths:
Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment
Modern surgical techniques and robotic-assisted procedures
Strong experience in joint replacement and sports injuries
Clear communication with international patients
Balanced approach between surgical and non-surgical care

Dr. Burak Tuna specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques and complex orthopedic procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Expert in arthroscopic surgery and ligament injuries
• Focused on trauma and fracture management
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Contributor to orthopedic research on innovative techniques

10,000+ knee and hip replacements performed – Dr. Cekic specializes in joint arthroplasty and cartilage surgery at OrtoCare Clinic.

• 15 years of experience of orthopedic surgery experience
• Trained in advanced arthroscopy and knee arthroplasty techniques
• Published research on tibial fracture healing assessment
• Provides stem cell therapy and post-operative rehabilitation

Prof. Dr. Sami Sokucu specializes in orthopedics and traumatology at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, with a focus on complex bone and joint injuries.

• Over 23 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Certified by the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT)
• Published multiple peer-reviewed papers on orthopedic techniques

Prof. Dr. Çağatay Öztürk is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology. He qualified as a specialist in 2004. He is Head of the Department at Istinye University. He founded and directs the Liv Spine Center, which is certified as a Center of Excellence by the AOSpine Society. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and became a professor in 2017.

He continues clinical and academic work at Liv Hospital Ulus, Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, and Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku. He also performs surgeries in Iraq, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, North Macedonia, Morocco, Montenegro, Albania, and Mongolia.

Associate Professor Murat Aydin specializes in trauma and emergency orthopedics, focusing on minimizing recovery time for fractures and dislocations at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgeries
• Skilled in minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques for joint conditions
• Specializes in sports injuries, including ligament tears and cartilage damage
• Treats pediatric orthopedic conditions like congenital deformities and scoliosis
• Active in research to improve fracture healing and surgical techniques

Dr. Nurullah Ermiş has published from 2010 to 2024 on orthopaedic trauma, spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and regional anesthesia. His work is indexed in PubMed and Scopus.

Highlights include an irreducible ankle fracture‑dislocation caused by tibialis posterior tendon interposition (J Foot Ankle Surg., 2010; PubMed). Another report covers an irreducible posterolateral knee dislocation due to medial meniscus interposition (Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc., 2011; PubMed). He examined scoliosis and kyphosis after sternotomy or thoracotomy (J Turk Spinal Surg., 23(2):83‑90, 2012). Additional JTSS papers appeared in 2012 and in 2017 (28(4):283‑288). He reported on ESPB and QLB in hip surgery (Indian J Anaesth., 62(10):802, 2018; Anesth Essays Res., 12(4):825‑831, 2018; ESRA 2018). He studied outcomes of hip prosthesis for Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis (Medicine Science, 13(4):873‑878, 2024). He also described medial superior cluneal nerve entrapment (SAGE Journals).

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir brings 33 years of experience of radiology expertise at leading hospitals like Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research.

• Trained at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in diagnostic imaging for bone and joint injuries
• Served at Kahramanmaraş Women's and Children's Hospital
• Educated at Hacettepe University Medical School

41 years of experience specializing in orthopedics and sports injuries – Dr. Bakmaz works at Florence Nightingale Hospital with a focus on minimally invasive procedures.

• Expert in knee and hip arthroscopy
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty
• Specializes in orthopedic trauma and sports injuries

Specializes in pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, and arthroplasty – Dr. Yahsi combines expertise across multiple orthopedic specialties.

• Lead orthopedic surgeon at Şırnak State Hospital
• Residency trained at prestigious İstanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of three Turkish orthopedic societies including sports traumatology
• Skilled in both surgical interventions and comprehensive treatment planning

Dr. Genc specializes in joint and sports-related injuries, trained at top international centers like American Hip Institute Chicago and UPENN Sports Medicine Center.

• Trained in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Health Sciences University
• Fellowship experience in sports medicine in the US and Germany
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital
• Expertise in football medicine from Istanbul University

Prof. Dr. Akif Albayrak is an orthopedic and spine surgeon in Istanbul. He practices at Central Hospital and leads the clinical and surgical spine services.

He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders. His expertise includes scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma and reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery. He treats both adults and children.

His training includes advanced clinical work in Turkey and abroad. He completed an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He progressed from Associate Professor to Professor and publishes regularly in international orthopedic journals.

Dr. Selman Dogan has performed 900+ orthopedic treatments, focusing on sports injuries and joint replacements at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 20 years of experience of orthopedic and trauma surgery experience
• Specializes in ligament reconstruction and arthroscopy techniques
• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in spine, trauma, and arthroplasty surgeries – with a focus on complex pelvis-acetabulum cases.

• Finalist for Tubitak XI. Technology Awards in 2014
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University
• Performs advanced arthroplasty and trauma surgeries
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Over 43 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and spine surgery
• Specialized training at Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University, training future spine specialists
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Dr. Eyup Bakmaz has performed 1,100+ orthopedic treatments, specializing in sports injuries and arthroscopy at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 36 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Specializes in knee and hip arthroscopy
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Works with sports injuries and orthopedic trauma

Prof. Dr. Ali Levent Yalcin specializes in hand surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in treating bone and joint injuries
• Physical consultation required for diagnosis and treatment
• Hand surgeon with a focus on precise interventions

1,100+ orthopedic treatments performed – Prof. Dr. Sami Sokucu specializes in bone and joint injuries at VM Medical Park Hospital.

• 23 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Member of European Board of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Expertise in hip and knee arthroplasty
• Former specialist at Metin Sabancı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital