Conservative treatment of scoliosis Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Necdet Demir specializes in conservative scoliosis treatment at Biruni University Hospital, where he leads the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department.

• Over 16 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Head of Department at Biruni University since 2018
• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Medicine
• Works with both pediatric and adult scoliosis cases

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. 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. Dr. Levent Bayam is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He completed advanced training and held clinical roles in the United Kingdom and Canada. His training includes fellowships in hip and knee arthroplasty and postgraduate qualifications in trauma, orthopedics, and sports medicine.

His practice focuses on hip and knee replacement, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, trauma surgery, and the care of hip and foot fractures. His care is evidence-based and shaped by his international training and academic roles.

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. 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. 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.

Recognized with multiple awards for scoliosis research – Dr. Akgul specializes in conservative treatments at Biruni University Hospital.

• Associate Professor at Istanbul University's Orthopedics Department
• Board member of Turkish Spine Society
• Expert in Vertebra Body Tethering (VBT) techniques
• Published research on adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

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. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser specializes in orthopedic and traumatology treatments, with extensive experience in conservative scoliosis management.

• Over 34 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty
• Published numerous scientific articles in orthopedic fields
• Works at Private Koru Ankara Hospital

Specializes in conservative scoliosis treatment with a focus on non-surgical approaches at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedics with extensive training at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Published research on orthopedic conditions and treatments
• Participated in international orthopedic congresses and cadaver courses

Dr. Mehmet Sahin is an orthopedic surgeon at Egemed Hospitals in Izmir. He treats bone and joint injuries, including habitual shoulder dislocations and meniscus tears. Dr. Sahin performs joint replacement surgery for the hip, knee, and ankle at Egemed Hospitals, which treats 100,000 patients every year.

• Uses stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis and joint degeneration.
• Performs arthroscopic surgery on the knee and ankle.
• Treats congenital and acquired deformities like scoliosis, syndactyly, and funnel chest.
• Conducts reconstructive procedures for foot joints, toes, and forearm fractures.

Assoc. Prof. Erkam Komurcu specializes in conservative scoliosis treatment, combining extensive clinical expertise with research-backed methods.

• Over 22 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Fellowship-trained in spinal surgery at UCLA Spine Center
• Member of Turkish Spine Society and multiple orthopedic associations
• Published numerous studies on musculoskeletal treatments

Dr. Ahmed Dogan is an orthopedic surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions in children and adults. Dr. Dogan specializes in orthopedic oncology and spine surgery. He performs MAKOplasty, a robotic-assisted technique for joint replacements.

• Performs surgical and conservative treatments for scoliosis and spina bifida.
• Treats degenerative joint diseases using stem cell therapy for knees and arthritis.
• Specializes in limb reconstruction for conditions such as syndactyly and valgus deformity.
• Conducts arthroscopic procedures for meniscus tears and rotator cuff repairs.

Dr. Ozgur Ismail Turk specializes in conservative scoliosis treatment, with research published in The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery.

• Expert in blood loss management during scoliosis procedures
• Provides a wide range of orthopedic and spinal treatments
• Works at Risus Clinic Istanbul

Dr. Genc trained in orthopedics and sports medicine at top institutions including UPENN Sports Medicine Center and Helios Endo Clinic.

• Specializes in conservative scoliosis treatment approaches
• Fellowship-trained at American Hip Institute Chicago
• Background in sports medicine enhances rehabilitation protocols
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital