Best Knee Replacement Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Hamzaoglu founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center – and has specialized in orthopedics for over 43 years.

• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Head of the Scoliosis and Spine Center since 2013
• Trained at Minnesota Spine Center and the University of Hokkaido
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Specializing in knee arthroscopy and orthopedic trauma, Dr. Eyup Bakmaz brings decades of expertise to Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 36 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in sports injuries and knee replacements
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Head of Orthopedics department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer specializes in advanced orthopedic treatments, focusing on innovative therapies to enhance tendon healing. His research on Achilles tendon repair could benefit knee replacement patients seeking faster recovery.

• Research on Tendoflex® and Hypericum perforatum for tendon healing
• Significant findings on mechanical outcomes in tendon repair
• Expert in enhancing collagen expression for healing

Dr. Sami Sokucu is a senior orthopedic surgeon at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in orthopedic oncology and complex bone trauma. He is a certified member of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. Dr. Sokucu treats diverse conditions like scoliosis, hip fractures, and meniscus tears.

• Performs specialized hip and ankle arthroscopy procedures.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association.
• Member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association since 2014.
• Works at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Haldun Orhun specializes in joint replacements and sports injuries at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.

• Over 41 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery & Orthopedic Sports Medicine
• Treats both children and adults with orthopedic conditions

Dr. Haluk Cabuk specializes in knee replacement surgery, with a fellowship in Germany focusing on knee arthroplasty techniques including unicondylar and total knee replacements.

• Specializes in knee, shoulder, and ankle surgeries
• Associate professorship in orthopedics and traumatology
• Multiple awards for research in orthopedics and sports injuries
• Experienced with circumferential osteotomies and advanced knee arthroplasty

Dr. Terzi has extensive research experience in orthopedic and reconstructive surgery, with multiple peer-reviewed publications.

• Specializes in complex reconstructive procedures
• Published numerous studies on tendon healing and biomechanics
• Trained in microsurgery techniques
• Active in academic presentations and research collaborations

Prof. Onat Uzumcigil specializes in knee arthroplasty and regenerative medicine, offering advanced treatments at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in arthroscopic knee surgeries and ACL/PCL reconstructions
• Uses regenerative techniques like BMAC and PRP for joint disorders
• Published research on pain management post-total knee arthroplasty

Dr. Serdar Karaman specializes in arthroplasty and knee replacements, with a focus on sports surgery and cartilage injuries.

• Completed specialist training in Orthopedics and Traumatology at İnönü University
• Published research on knee joint cartilage damage treatments
• Expertise in hand surgery and pediatric orthopedics
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology community

Specializes in knee replacements and orthopedic conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with extensive training in bone diseases.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Completed Orthopedics and Traumatology training at Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Hospital
• Experienced in treating knee calcification, meniscus tears, and ligament injuries
• Works with hip and knee prosthesis cases

Dr. Tuncer specializes in knee replacements with extensive training in orthopedic oncology and arthroplasty at top Turkish institutions.

• 17 years of orthopedic surgery experience
• Trained at Atatürk University and Acıbadem Medical School
• Member of the Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
• Expertise in complex cases including orthopedic oncology

Specializes in knee replacements at Atlas University Hospital – combines prosthesis expertise with sports surgery background.

• Over 30 years of orthopedic experience
• Published research on hip replacements and prostheses
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – Turkey's leading medical school

Op. Dr. Gökhan Güzel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He has more than 10 years of clinical and academic experience. His practice includes robotic knee and hip replacement, revision joint replacement, sports medicine, complex trauma surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, ACL and meniscus repairs, stem cell treatments, and pediatric orthopedics.

He earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine in 2015. He completed specialist training in orthopedics and traumatology at Haseki Training and Research Hospital. He has taught sports surgery and sports medicine at Aksaray University Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on new surgical technologies, deep learning in orthopedic surgery, and complex fracture care.

Professional memberships: TOTBİD and TUSYAD.

Dr. Baris Ozkul is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist at Central Hospital. He focuses on limb lengthening, deformity correction, prosthetic joint surgery, and complex reconstruction.

Accreditations/Education: Associate Professorship (ÜAK, 2026). TOTEK Board Certification Examination (2019). Residency at Baltalimanı Metin Sabancı Hospital (2014; thesis: deformity correction with smart circular external fixators). M.D., Hacettepe University, English Program (2008). Languages: Turkish and English.

Academic achievements: Participant, AAOS Scientific Meeting (Las Vegas). Author of SCI/SCIE-indexed international publications (Q1/Q2) and national textbook chapters. Invited speaker and panelist at National TOTBID Congresses and Limb Reconstruction Courses on LON, intramedullary nail lengthening, and distal femoral osteotomies.

Specializes in knee and hip joint disorders with training in the US – Dr. Erinc offers advanced orthopedic solutions at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• 15 years of orthopedic experience
• Fellowship-trained at Chicago's Loyola University
• Expert in degenerative joint conditions
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics Association

Prof. Bulent Erol brings 29 years of orthopedic expertise, specializing in knee replacements at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
• Professor at Marmara University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Multiple award winner for orthopedic research
• Member of European Pediatric Orthopaedics Society

Prof. Dr. Cengiz Sen specializes in knee replacements and revision arthroplasty, with extensive experience at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Over 30 years in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in robotic knee replacement surgery
• Published research on total knee replacement and infected nonunion
• Performs stem cell therapy for arthritis
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir specializes in knee replacement at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Over 33 years of experience in radiology and orthopedic interventions
• Graduated from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Specialized at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Served at multiple prestigious hospitals including Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Yahsi specializes in pediatric orthopedics and arthroplasty, bringing a unique perspective to knee replacements at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Completed rigorous residency at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery
• Skilled in both pediatric and adult orthopedic surgeries
• Proficient in diagnosing and treating diverse orthopedic conditions