Ankylosing Spondylitis Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Pirincci specializes in orthopedic surgery with extensive training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in hip and knee prosthesis surgeries
• Published research on acetabular revisions and hip dysplasia
• Expert in sports surgery and meniscus tears
• Experienced in limb lengthening and bone infection treatments

Specialist in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgeries – Dr. Oruc brings 27 years of orthopedic expertise to Medical Park Antalya.

• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specializes in joint replacements and soft tissue tumor treatments
• Trained at Akdeniz University's prestigious medical program
• Performs both adult and pediatric orthopedic procedures

Dr. Turan brings 17 years of orthopedic expertise, specializing in trauma and sports injuries at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in orthopedics at İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital
• Advanced trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in the US
• Member of Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Former Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital

Op. Dr. Tansu Gürsoy is a brain and nerve surgery specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital. He completed his training at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. His practice focuses on spine surgery. Key areas include degenerative scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, trauma, and tumors.

In 2019, he won third place from the Turkish Neurosurgery Association for a paper on prebending rods and sagittal parameters in lumbar degenerative scoliosis. He co-authored Chapter 75 (Lenke-Silva Classification & Adult Degenerative Scoliosis) in The Aging Spine. His thesis analyzed screw malposition in 415 thoracolumbar pedicle fixation cases.

He is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association (Spinal & Peripheral Nerve Surgery Group), the Turkish Spine Association, and the Turkish Medical Association. He completed the Advanced Spinal Surgery Course and the Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Microsurgery training. He holds a Category A Certificate for Experimental Animals. He also attends major spine congresses.

Dr. Burcin Kececi specializes in orthopedic oncology and bone tumors, with extensive training in France.

• Over 27 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained in minimally invasive hip surgery in France
• Member of ISOLS and EMSOS for limb salvage and musculoskeletal oncology
• Former board member of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch

Over 37 years of orthopedic expertise – Dr. Cilli specializes in Ankylosing spondylitis at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Trained at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in sports medicine
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Specializes in knee and shoulder surgery techniques
• Extensive experience in military and civilian orthopedic care

Dr. Gokhan Ozkocak is an orthopedist and prosthetist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis and hip fractures. Dr. Ozkocak manages degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. He also treats congenital issues such as syndactyly and funnel chest deformity.

• Treats traumatic injuries of the bones and joints.
• Manages shoulder instability and habitual dislocations.
• Works at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.
• Consults international patients online.

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir specializes in radiology with 33 years of experience, currently at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specialized in radiology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Former specialist at Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Yahsi specializes in pediatric orthopedics and hand surgery, bringing focused expertise to complex cases at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Trained in arthroplasty and trauma at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Skilled in multidisciplinary treatment planning for diverse orthopedic conditions
• Proficient in surgical and non-surgical interventions for pediatric patients

Prof Ibrahim Azboy specializes in orthopedic care, bringing academic rigor and extensive hospital experience to his practice at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University
• Over 25 years of clinical experience in orthopedics
• Trained at Hacettepe School of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Served in various hospitals, gaining diverse surgical experience

Assoc. Prof. Serdar Toker specializes in orthopedics and traumatology, with advanced training in hand surgery and microsurgery.

• Over 28 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Fellowship at Colorado University Denver Health Centre
• Head of Hand Surgery Department at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Holds FESSH European Diploma in Hand Surgery
• Expert in microsurgery and arthroscopy techniques

Specializes in Ankylosing spondylitis as Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Biruni University Hospital.

• 16 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Leads the department at Biruni University Hospital
• Fellowship-trained at Bezmialem Vakif University

Dr. Mustafa Akkaya earned his medical degree from Gazi University (2003–2009). He completed his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazit University (2009–2014). He holds a PhD in Musculoskeletal System and Regenerative Medicine from the same university (2016–2020).

In 2022, he received the European Knee Society Knee Arthroplasty Traveling Researcher Fellowship in robotic knee arthroplasty. He worked as a clinical researcher at Helios ENDO‑Klinik Hamburg (2021–2022), focusing on advanced joint surgery and prosthetic infections. He also worked as a clinical researcher at Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna (2014), focusing on arthroscopic joint surgery, meniscus, and cartilage. In 2013, he held the same role at ATOS Clinic Heidelberg.

Clinical interests include joint surgery, knee and hip surgery, prosthetic infections, meniscus and cartilage surgery, and regenerative medicine.

Recognized with multiple awards for his spine research – Dr. Akgul specializes in complex spinal deformities at Biruni University Hospital.

• Associate Professor at Istanbul University's Orthopedics Department
• Board member of Turkish Spine Society & Turkish Orthopedic Association
• Specializes in scoliosis, kyphosis, and spinal revision surgeries
• Published research on spinal tuberculosis and facioscapulohumeral dystrophy

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemür is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has broad experience in orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. He treats bone and soft-tissue tumors, bone metastases, and pediatric bone tumors. He also performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery.

He has served as Professor, Chief Physician, and Medical Director. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care and uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Prof. H. Mustafa Özdemir is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine. He has more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric spine surgery. His focus includes spinal deformities, degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma, and complex spinal reconstruction.

He completed a spine surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. He also received clinical training at Heidelberg University. He has served as Chief Physician and Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology at major teaching hospitals. He is active in medical education and contributes to orthopedics and spine surgery through his academic and clinical work.

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.

Dr. Baris Gorgun is an orthopedic surgeon at the Ortopediatri Pediatric Orthopedics Academy in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions, including pediatric spinal issues and orthopedic tumors. Dr. Gorgun treats developmental dysplasia of the hip and valgus deformities at an academy for pediatric orthopedic care.

• Treats congenital conditions like syndactyly and Klumpke's palsy.
• Manages joint diseases such as osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Performs surgical and conservative treatments for meniscus tears and hip fractures.
• Practices pediatric orthopedic surgery and oncological orthopedics.