Osteoarthritis Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Bestami Yalvac is an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Dr. Yalvac specializes in ozone therapy for fibromyalgia and sports injuries. He completed his residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats chronic conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatic pain, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Provides rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and nerve compression.
• Uses techniques such as dry needling, kinesiotaping, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 500,000 patients every year.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Dr. Semih Ak is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He focuses on sports medicine, joint disorders, and trauma reconstruction. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Yeditepe University. Dr. Ak completed specialized residency training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training Hospital.

• Performs ligament reconstructions, including ACL and rotator cuff repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and Achilles tendon injuries.
• Manages ankle osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases.
• Works at a center using robotic systems for knee and spine surgery.

Dr. Kenan Keklikci is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, joint prosthesis, and sports injuries. Dr. Keklikci completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis and severe osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.

• Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy.
• Performs robotic knee replacement and total hip replacement surgery.
• Expert in arthroscopic procedures for the ankle, hip, and knee.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Taskaynatan is a specialist in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and algology. He treats patients at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Taskaynatan previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine. He focuses on pain management and physical recovery. This hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in recreation therapy and physical rehabilitation.
• Expertise in algology for treating chronic pain conditions.
• Served as a specialist at the Marshal Cakmak Military Hospital.
• Works at a clinic with a 99% success rate for kidney transplants.

Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Over 43 years of experience in orthopedics and spine surgery
• Trained at Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in complex spinal conditions including scoliosis

Specializing in knee and hip arthroscopy for osteoarthritis – Dr. Bakmaz brings 36 years of orthopedic expertise at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Focused on sports injuries and joint preservation
• Former Chief Assistant at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures

Prof. Eren specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with a focus on innovative techniques for joint conditions.

• Over 48 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Developed a modified Salter osteotomy technique for hip dysplasia
• Multiple award-winning research on chondroprotective treatments
• Founding member of Turkish ASAMI for Ilizarov applications
• Active member of EPOS and AAOS

Dr. Terzi specializes in innovative treatments for osteoarthritis, with a strong background in research and surgical techniques.

• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on bone and tissue regeneration
• Participated in international medical exchange programs across Europe
• Completed advanced training in microsurgery and laboratory animal science

Prof. Ahmad Dogan is Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, specializing in osteoarthritis treatments including stem cell therapy.

• Over 25 years of orthopaedic surgery experience
• Expert in arthroplasty (prosthesis) surgery and deformity correction
• Trained in Ilizarov Surgery in Vienna, Austria
• Member of European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society
• Published multiple peer-reviewed papers on foot and ankle treatments

Specializes in arthroplasty and joint-preserving surgeries for osteoarthritis at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in hand and sports surgery for joint injuries
• Published research on knee cartilage repair techniques
• Specialist in orthopedic surgery at Inonu University

10,000+ knee and hip replacements performed – Dr. Cekic specializes in joint and cartilage surgery at OrtoCare Clinic.

• 15 years of orthopedic experience with a focus on osteoarthritis
• Expert in stem cell treatments and non-surgical pain management
• Attended advanced courses in knee arthroplasty and arthroscopy
• Published research on fracture healing and radiographic assessment

Specializes in orthopedic oncology and joint procedures with training from top Turkish institutions. Works at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Residency-trained in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Certified in orthopedic oncology procedures
• Member of several prestigious orthopedic associations
• Trained at Acıbadem Medical School and Ankara University

Associate Professor Savas Comlek specializes in pain management, with a focus on osteoarthritis-related pain at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist with advanced training in pain management
• Published multiple research articles on innovative pain treatment methods
• Specializes in ultrasound-guided interventions for persistent pain
• Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice with expertise in complex pain cases

Dr. Firat Oruc specializes in knee and hip joint surgeries at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex, with a focus on osteoarthritis treatment.

• Over 27 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in knee and hip joint surgeries, including prosthesis
• Trained at Akdeniz University, a leading medical institution
• Handles both adult and pediatric orthopedic cases

Dr. Gökhan Güzel performs robotic knee and hip arthroplasty at Atlas University Hospital using next-generation technologies.

• Specialist training completed at Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Provides revision joint replacements and stem cell therapies
• Member of Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology and Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Published on deep learning applications and new-generation orthopedic technologies