Hip fracture Doctors in Turkey — Page 4

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 spine research, Dr. Akgul brings extensive expertise in orthopedic and trauma surgery at Biruni University Hospital.

• Associate Professor at Istanbul University's Orthopedics Department
• Board member of Turkish Spine Society and Turkish Orthopedic Association
• Specializes in spine fractures and revision surgeries
• Published research on spinal health and quality of life

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. 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. 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. 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.

The doctor is a highly experienced orthopedic specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over two decades across multiple international healthcare systems. Having completed medical training at Hacettepe University and Dokuz Eylül University, the doctor has held significant clinical and academic positions, including roles at Al-Azhar University Faculty of Medicine and various state and private hospitals in Gaza and Turkey.

With a strong commitment to professional development, the doctor maintains active memberships with the Egyptian Orthopaedic Association, TOTBİD, and the Turkish Orthopedic Research Council (TOAK). The doctor's career is defined by a dedication to orthopedic research, surgical excellence, and comprehensive patient care within diverse clinical environments.

Dr. Genc trained at top institutions including the American Hip Institute in Chicago and UPENN Sports Medicine Center.

• Specializes in orthopedics and traumatology with a focus on hip fractures
• Additional training in sports medicine and football medicine
• Worked at multiple prestigious hospitals in Turkey and abroad
• Fellowship-trained at Helios Endo Clinic in Hamburg

Orthopedic specialist Mehmet Soyarslan brings extensive surgical training from Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital to hip fracture care at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in orthopedics with a focus on surgical interventions
• Published research on hip rotation center determination
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Active participant in international orthopedic congresses

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser specializes in hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty with a focus on robotic knee prosthesis surgery. He has extensive experience in orthopedic trauma and prosthetic surgeries.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specializes in hip fractures and complex joint replacements
• Published numerous scientific articles in the field
• Currently works at Private Koru Ankara Hospital

Assoc. Prof. Erkam Komurcu specializes in orthopedics and traumatology with extensive experience in hip fracture treatments at Estophia Hospital.

• 22 years of experience of clinical experience in orthopedic surgery and traumatology
• Fellowship-trained in spinal surgery and orthopedic oncology
• Published over 30 research papers on musculoskeletal injuries and treatment outcomes
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology