Scoliosis Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

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. 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.

Dr. Mehmet Taskoparan specialises in paediatric scoliosis and kyphosis surgery, offering minimally invasive techniques for children.

• Performs spinal fracture surgery with a closed system
• Expert in kyphoplasty and endoscopic spinal surgery
• Member of Turkish Spine Society and other key medical associations

Multiple award-winning spine surgeon specializing in scoliosis – Dr. Akgul is an associate professor at Istanbul University and part-time at Koç University Hospital Spine Center.

• Board member and treasurer of the Turkish Spine Society
• Associate editor for multiple prestigious spine and orthopedics journals
• Expert in Vertebra Body Tethering (VBT) for scoliosis
• Recognized for best poster and oral presentations on spinal conditions

Professor Beytemur specializes in complex scoliosis cases at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with extensive academic and clinical expertise.

• Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at a leading health sciences university
• Published research on pelvic parameters and spine-related conditions
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association since 2011
• Supervised multiple theses on bone health and musculoskeletal conditions

Professional orthopedist and scientist with over two decades of experience specializing in scoliosis treatment.

• of expertise in orthopedic surgery
• Specializes in scoliosis treatment methods
• Focuses on effective patient outcomes

Assoc. Prof. Erkam Komurcu specializes in scoliosis treatment with 22 years of experience of expertise in spinal surgery at Estophia Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology
• Member of the Turkish Spine Society and other leading medical organizations
• Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at UCLA Spine Center
• Published 30+ research papers on spinal conditions

Dr. Rodi Ertogrul brings specialized training from top global institutions, including fellowships in Zurich and New York.

• Orthopaedic surgery residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital
• Fellowship in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Observership at the renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA
• Currently practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

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. Ozgur Ismail Turk's research on blood loss management in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis surgery has been published in The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery.

• Specializes in both conservative and surgical treatment of scoliosis
• Expert in a broad spectrum of orthopedic surgical procedures
• Published author in reputable medical journals

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser specializes in orthopedic surgeries, including scoliosis treatment at Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in robotic knee prosthesis surgery
• Former chief resident at Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
• Published numerous scientific articles in orthopedic surgery