Best orthopedists in Turkey: TOP 167 doctors

Education & Academic Qualifications

License (MD)

Field: Medicine

University: Istanbul University

Year: 1987

Residency

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1988–1994

Clinical Fellowship

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: University of Ottawa Heart Center (Canada)

Years: 1994–1995

Academic Titles & Positions

Assistant Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Siyami Ersek Heart Center

Years: 1995–2008

Professor

Field: Cardiovascular Surgery

Institution: Altınbaş University

Years: 2014–2019

Membership in Scientific and Professional Organizations

-Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

-European Society for Vascular Surgery

MEDICAL INTERESTS 

• Robotic knee and hip replacement surgery 

• Prosthesis revision surgery 

• Deformity (leg curvatures) 

• Shoulder and elbow diseases 

• Joint and cartilage injuries 

• Hip, knee and foot diseases 

• Arthroscopy 

• Trauma (fracture, dislocation, soft tissue injuries)

Education 

• Graduation, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (Eng.) 

• Specialty Training, Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology 

• Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship Program  Director: Prof. Dr. Hakan Gündeş) 

• Orthopedic Trauma Research Assistant, Yale University, Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation 

• The EFFORT Spring Traveling Fellowship in Germany 

• Master’s Degree, University of Health Science, Hamidiye Health Sciences Institute, Advanced Joint Surgery Master’s Program,, Istanbul

Prof. Çağatay Öztürk is an experienced orthopedic and spine surgeon specializing in scoliosis and spine surgery. He holds a medical degree from the Hacettepe University and a specialization in orthopedics and traumatology from the Uludağ University. He is the Head of the Spinal Surgery Department in Liv Hospital and is a member of several professional organizations. He has published over 100 articles in international editions.

Objective:
To utilize my expertise in Pediatric Orthopedics, Hand Surgery, Arthroplasty, and Trauma within a progressive medical institution, contributing to patient care, research, and academic development.

Work Experience:

Şırnak State Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist
March 2022 - Present

• Lead orthopedic surgeon specializing in pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, arthroplasty, and trauma.
• Conducting surgical interventions, consultations, and post-operative care for patients with diverse orthopedic conditions.
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to devise and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Actively participating in hospital rounds, conferences, and educational initiatives.

İstanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Residency
July 2017 - February 2022

• Completed a rigorous residency program focused on orthopedic surgery and traumatology.
• Rotated through various subspecialties including pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Assisted in surgical procedures, outpatient clinics, and emergency consultations.

Education:

İstanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Residency
2017-2022

• Residency training program specializing in orthopedic surgery and traumatology.

Trakya University, Orthopedics and Traumatology Residency
2016-2017

• One-year residency program focusing on orthopedic surgery and traumatology.

Gaziantep University, Faculty of Medicine
2009-2016

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree.

İçel Anatolian High School
2005-2009

• High School Diploma.

Professional Memberships:

• Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Institute (TOTDER)
• Turkish Society of Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy, and Knee Surgery (TUSYAD)

Skills:

• Proficient in diagnosing and treating orthopedic conditions in both pediatric and adult patients.
• Skilled in performing various orthopedic surgeries including arthroplasty, hand surgery, and trauma procedures.
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration and communication skills.
• Committed to continuous professional development and continuing medical education.

Experience

2022

Private Nisa Hospital

2022 - 2022

American Hip Institute Chicago, USA

2018 - 2022

Health Sciences University Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital

2016 - 2018

Erzincan Mengücek Gazi Training and Research Hospital

2015 - 2015

Helios Endo Clinic, Hamburg, Germany

2015 - 2015

UPENN Sports Medicine Center, Philadelphia, USA

Education

2021

ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE, Department of Sports Medicine, Football Medicine

2016

Health Sciences University, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

2009

ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan, M.D., Ph.D., completed his education at Yeditepe University Health Sciences Institute in the Molecular Medicine Doctorate Program under Prof. Dr. Turgay İsbir, and he also studied at Saint Louis University in Arkansas, USA, with Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil. He pursued a Clinical Fellowship in Brain and Nerve Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital, guided by Prof. Dr. Yasargil and Prof. Dr. Uğur Türe. Additionally, he underwent specialization training at Ufuk University Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Medicine at Gazi University, and completed his secondary education at İçel Anatolian High School.

Professionally, he has held various positions, including Faculty Member in the Department of Neurosurgery at Haliç University, and Associate Professor at Private Adatip Istanbul Hospital and Biruni University Hospital. He has also served as an Associate Professor at S.B.U. Kartal, Sancaktepe, and Istanbul Training and Research Hospitals, and worked as a Chief Assistant at S.B.U. Gaziosmanpaşa Taksim and Kartal Training and Research Hospitals. His earlier roles include Specialist Doctor at S.B.U. Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Hospital and Mus State Hospital, as well as Clinical Fellow at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital.

Assoc. Prof. Özdoğan is a member of several professional associations, including the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Neurosurgery Society’s Neuroanatomy, Neurovascular, and Neurooncology Groups. He is also affiliated with the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

Head of the Orthopedics Department. Orthopedics and Traumatology, Surgical Oncology specialist

Dr. Mehmet Taner Ozdemir is an experienced orthopedic specialist with 7 years in the field. He focuses on oncology, orthopedic trauma, arthroscopic surgery, and bone and soft tissue tumors. He completed his medical and specialist training at GATA Faculty of Medicine in Ankara. He also received advanced training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, USA.

Dr. Ozdemir is a member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association and the European Musculoskeletal Tumor Society. He has written five national and thirteen international publications. He is dedicated to improving orthopedic science. His skills include joint replacements, arthroscopies, and tumor surgeries.

2009 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2009 - 2009, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEDICANA INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2008 - 2009, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

Esenler Life Hospital

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2006 - 2008, Van/Van/Türkiye

VAN STATE HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

Dr. Tahir Ozturk is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has worked at top Turkish medical centers, including Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital and Istinye University Faculty of Medicine. He also served at Gaziosmanpaşa University and Şırnak State Hospital. This experience has given him a strong clinical background.

He earned his medical degrees from İzmir Katip Çelebi University and Selçuk University. Dr. Ozturk has completed advanced training in microsurgery, hand surgery, arthroplasty, trauma, and arthroscopy. He regularly attends both international and national conferences. This shows his dedication to ongoing education and modern orthopedic methods.

2024 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist - Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Specialist

2018 - 2024, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SERVICE HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist - Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Specialist

2013 - 2017, Ankara/Türkiye

GÜLHANE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Specialist

2010 - 2013, Sirnak/Türkiye

SIRNAK MILITARY HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2006 - 2010, Ankara/Türkiye

BEYTEPE MILITARY HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2004 - 2006, Sirnak/Türkiye

SIRNAK MILITARY HOSPITAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

2003 - 2004, Ankara/Türkiye

TSK REHABILITATION AND PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTER

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

Dr. Azmi Hamzaoglu is a leading spine surgeon with 36 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology. He founded the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center, the first facility in Turkey focused on spine surgery.

Dr. Hamzaoglu has performed thousands of complex surgeries, such as discectomy, kyphoplasty, scoliosis correction, and anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. He is known for developing new surgical techniques and has played a key role in improving spine care in Turkey.

He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association. He has also held important academic and clinical leadership positions, showing his dedication to high standards and patient care in spine surgery.

Specialty:
Anesthesia and Algology

Hospital Affiliation:
Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Research Interests:

Pain Management

Anesthesia

Education & Training:

2022 – Associate Professor

2018 – Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist

2017 – Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice

1996 – Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Specialization in Anesthesia and Reanimation

1991 – Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Medical Degree

Professional Memberships:

World Academy of Pain Medicine United (WAPMU)

World Institute of Pain

Turkish Anesthesiology and Reanimation Association

Dr. Gurkan Gumussuyu is a specialist in orthopedics and traumatology. He has strong experience in sports surgery, joint surgery, and spine surgery. He completed his medical education at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital. He has worked at leading institutions, including Liv Hospital Ulus and Istinye University Hospital.

Dr. Gumussuyu has published several peer-reviewed articles. His work covers topics such as bony mallet finger, meniscal morphology and ACL rupture risk, and new surgical techniques for spinal deformities. His research appears in respected journals like Orthop Traumatol Surg Res, J Knee Surg, and Br J Neurosurg. This shows his dedication to improving orthopedic care.

Experience

2010-2012: (Specialist. Dr.) TR Ministry of Health, Istanbul Metin Sabancı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital
2012-2017: (Specialist Dr.) TR Ministry of Health, Istanbul Metin Sabancı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital
2017-Present: Assoc. Dr. Istanbul Aydın University VM Medical Park Hospital

Professional Memberships

1. European Board of Orthopedics and Traumatology(EBOT), Member, 2014
2. Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, Member, 2014
3. Orthopedic Trauma Branch, Member, 2011
4. Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council (TOTEK), Member, 2010
5. Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID), Member, 2007
6. Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTDER), Member, 2005
7. Turkish Medical Association Istanbul Branch, Member, 2005
 

Awards

COMMITMENT, PROVINCIAL HEALTH DIRECTORATE, 2011