Best Anterior Ankle Impingement doctors in Turkey: TOP 9 doctors

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. 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.

Dr. Semih Ak specializes in orthopedics and traumatology, with a focus on musculoskeletal health at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Completed residency at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology
• Currently practices at Turan&Turan Musculoskeletal Health Center in Bursa

Dr. Firat Oruc specializes in orthopedic surgeries, including knee, shoulder, and hip joint procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expertise in soft tissue and bone tumors
• Specialized in pediatric orthopedic surgery
• Hand surgery proficiency

Dr. Filibeli specializes in orthopedics and traumatology with extensive training at prestigious institutions.

• Medical degree from Celal Bayar University
• Residency in Orthopedics at University of Health Sciences
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Fluent in English and German

Over 37 years of experience' orthopedic expertise, with specialized training at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in sports medicine and joint surgery.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Fellowship-trained in knee and shoulder surgery
• Member of Turkish Society of Sports Injuries
• Performs advanced arthroscopic techniques

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Günaydın is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He sees patients at the Optimed International Çorlu Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Outpatient Clinic. Clinic hours: 09:00–18:00. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2004. He completed his specialization at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal in 2010.

Clinical focus: prosthetic surgery, meniscus surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, fracture surgery, orthopedic oncology, pediatric orthopedics, and anterior cruciate ligament surgery.

Awards include the XIX. Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award in Clinical Research (TOTDER, 2015) and a certificate of appreciation (2019). Accreditations and certificates include EFORT (2010, 2017, 2021) and AO Trauma courses (2012, 2013). He has been a TUSYAD member since 2011. He has publications in the Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics, and the International Journal of Surgery.

Specializes in ankle surgery with extensive training in France – Dr. Kececi focuses on orthopedic and trauma cases at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained in minimally invasive hip surgery in France
• Member of international societies like ISOLS and EMSOS
• Expertise in bone and soft tissue tumors