Page 2 - Best orthopedists in Turkey: TOP 165 doctors

900+ hand surgeries performed – Assoc. Dr. Toker holds the prestigious FESSH European Diploma in Hand Surgery.

• Over 20 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Fellowship-trained at Colorado University Denver Health Centre
• Former Head of Hand Surgery Department at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Specializes in microsurgery and arthroscopy techniques

Specializing in pediatric orthopedics and trauma – Dr. Yahsi combines expertise in arthroplasty and hand surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Lead orthopedic surgeon with hands-on experience in complex pediatric cases
• Trained at Istanbul Şişli Etfal – a top Turkish orthopedic center
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Skilled in multidisciplinary treatment planning for diverse orthopedic conditions

Over 25 years specializing in knee and hip arthroscopy – Dr. Bakmaz focuses on minimally invasive procedures at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in sports injuries and orthopedic trauma
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in ACL reconstruction and joint preservation techniques

Prof. Ahmet Ekin specializes in arthroscopic and prosthetic joint surgeries with over 30 years of orthopedic expertise.

• Trained in hand and wrist microsurgery at Columbia University
• Pioneered the Hand Surgery Department at Dokuz Eylül University
• Expert in minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques for joints
• Performs advanced shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, and knee procedures

Dr. Erdinc Genc trained at prestigious centers like UPENN Sports Medicine Center and American Hip Institute Chicago – specializing in sports-related orthopedic conditions.

• Fellowship-trained in football medicine at Istanbul University
• Specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee procedures
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital with advanced facilities
• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a pioneer in neurosurgery – specializing in complex spine procedures at Estexper Clinic.

• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Board-certified neurosurgeon with fellowship training in complex spine cases
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and European neurosurgical societies
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for cervical spine disorders

Dr. Ruhat Tanli specializes in arthroscopy and arthroplasty at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Over 15 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained at Kartal Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association
• Expertise in trauma and spine surgery

Dr. Selman Dogan has performed 1,100+ orthopedic procedures, specializing in sports traumatology and joint replacements at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in hip and knee arthroplasty with advanced training in orthopedic oncology
• Specializes in ligament and tendon injuries, including ACL and meniscus repairs
• Performs PRP treatments for enhanced recovery in sports injuries
• Trained at top Turkish institutions including Cerrahpasa and Medeniyet University

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in complex spine and joint surgeries, with recognition as a Tubitak XI. Technology Awards finalist for orthopedic innovations.

• Expert in spine, trauma, and arthroplasty surgeries
• Specializes in pelvis-acetabulum surgery – a rare focus
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University
• Performs advanced procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Dr. Mehmet specializes in minimally invasive orthopedic surgeries, bringing expertise from prestigious institutions like the University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital.

• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques
• Focuses on metabolic and oncologic surgeries
• Associate Professor with extensive academic background
• Practices at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital

Dr. Yalin Dirik has been a dedicated Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital since 2009, focusing on comprehensive orthopedic care.

• Over 15 years of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Specializes in trauma and joint-related conditions
• Worked at multiple leading hospitals in Istanbul
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Dr. Ozan Ali Erdal is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with a focus on pediatric orthopedics. His clinical interests include cerebral palsy and osteogenesis imperfecta. His work includes deformity correction, limb lengthening and height extension, and clubfoot (PEV). He also treats hip dislocation, congenital bone deficiencies including fibular hemimelia, flatfoot and other foot deformities, genu varum, pediatric fractures, and malunions.

Education: Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Medicine (2000–2007). Medical specialization (2008–2013). Experience: Cerrahpaşa Hospital (2008–2013). İnebolu State Hospital (2013–2015). Pediatric Orthopedics Clinic (2015–2025). Lokman Hekim University Istanbul Hospital (2025–present).

Prof. Dr. Kenan Keklikci is a leading orthopedics specialist at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive academic and clinical experience.

• Completed residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Holds a professorship in Orthopedics, awarded in 2021
• Expert in orthopedic surgeries and treatments
• Academic member at GATA Medical Faculty for over a decade

Trained at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in New York – Dr. Mehmet Taner Ozdemir brings advanced orthopedic expertise to Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specializes in joint replacement and arthroscopic surgeries
• Member of the European Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
• Published 13 international research papers on orthopedics
• Performs complex procedures like osteotomy and scoliosis surgery

Specializes in orthopedic surgery with over 15+ years of experience. Currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Expertise in trauma cases and joint disorders
• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Focused on patient-specific treatment plans
• Experience working in various reputable hospitals

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.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology since 1983
• Trained at the Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Head of the Scoliosis and Spine Center since 2013