Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) Doctors in Turkey

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. Dr. Cem Coşkun Avcı is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his orthopedics and traumatology residency at the same institution.

He has served as a specialist and associate professor at leading healthcare institutions. His expertise includes the diagnosis and surgical treatment of shoulder and elbow disorders and sports-related injuries. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care. He uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

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.

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

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.

Specializing in orthopedics and traumatology for over 37 years, Dr. Cilli brings extensive expertise to Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) cases at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Trained in sports medicine and knee surgery at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Specializes in sports injuries and arthroscopy
• Microsurgery certified – precise surgical techniques

Specializing in pediatric orthopedics, Dr. Elmacioglu focuses on hip dislocations and developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in surgical treatment of fractures and dislocations
• Skilled in hip and knee arthroplasty
• Handles sports injuries in pediatric cases

Dr. Burcin Kececi specializes in pediatric orthopedics, with extensive training in France on minimally invasive hip surgery techniques.

• Board-certified in orthopedic surgery
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage
• Trained in Lyon and Chalon Sur Saone hospitals
• Experience at Ege University Department of Orthopedics
• Focuses on pediatric hip conditions and treatments

Dr. Cekic has performed over 10,000 knee and hip replacement surgeries, specializing in joint and cartilage treatments at OrtoCare Clinic.

• 15 years of orthopedic surgery experience
• Expert in joint arthroplasty and stem cell therapy
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Orthopaedics Department
• Attended numerous international conferences on joint surgery

Prof. Omer Faruk Bilgen performs 650+ orthopedic surgeries annually, with deep expertise in hip dysplasia and joint replacements at Private Medicabil Hospital.

• 41 years of orthopedic surgery experience
• President of the Turkish Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Developed new surgical techniques for complex hip cases
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
• Education Advisor for STRYKER, USA on joint replacement systems

Prof Ibrahim Azboy is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University, specializing in Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

• Over 25 years of experience in orthopedics
• Holds a prestigious title of Professor since 2021
• Worked at top institutions like Dicle University and Istanbul Medipol University
• Specialized in pediatric and adult orthopedic conditions

Assoc. Dr. Serdar Toker is an expert in Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), with specialized training in orthopedics and hand surgery. He brings extensive experience from prestigious institutions.

• Specialized at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Research Fellow at Colorado University Denver Health Centre
• Head of Hand Surgery Department at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Holds FESSH European Diploma in Hand Surgery
• Instructor at multiple microsurgery and hand surgery courses

Prof. Dr. Halil Ibrahim Bekler specializes in orthopedic microsurgery and hip prostheses at Avicenna Atasehir Hospital, with over 39 years of experience.

• Trained in microsurgery at Cleveland Medical Center
• Former Head of Orthopedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital
• Associate professor at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in knee and hip prostheses

Specializes in pediatric orthopedics with hands-on experience at Şırnak State Hospital, focusing on Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

• Trained in pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Works with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans.
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology.
• Skilled in both surgical and non-surgical interventions for DDH.

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir specializes in pediatric hip imaging at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• 33 years of experience in radiology
• Specialized training at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Works at Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in diagnostic imaging for developmental hip conditions

Dr. Cengiz Sen specializes in Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), with extensive experience in pelvic osteotomies and hip replacements.

• Over 30 years in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Expert in Revision Arthroplasty and congenital limb deformities
• Published research on pelvic osteotomies for acetabular dysplasia
• Professor at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Ozgur Ismail Turk specializes in developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) at Risus Clinic Istanbul, offering both primary and revision surgeries.

• Performs total hip replacement for DDH and revision hip arthroplasty
• Published research on surgical techniques in The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery
• Expertise includes stem cell therapy and advanced orthopedic procedures