Surgical treatment of scoliosis Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Prof. Onat Uzumcigil specializes in scoliosis surgery with extensive research published in leading spinal journals.

• Expert in Lenke Type 1 adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
• Published multiple studies on spinal balance and deformity correction
• Member of Turkish Association of Spine

Specializes in scoliosis surgery at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, with training at Chicago Loyola University.

• Focuses on spine surgery, including childhood spinal diseases
• Trained in microsurgery and fracture management
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Completed Eurospine Accredited Education Modules

Assoc. Dr. Serdar Toker brings specialized expertise in scoliosis surgery, trained at Colorado University's renowned orthopedic program.

• Over 28 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Head of Hand Surgery Department at Necmettin Erbakan University
• Holds FESSH European Diploma in hand surgery
• Trained in microsurgery techniques for precise interventions

Dr. Firat Oruc specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery and complex joint procedures at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expertise in bone and soft tissue tumor surgeries
• Skilled in knee and hip joint surgeries
• Trained at Akdeniz University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Associate Professor Adil Turan brings over 17 years of experience of focused orthopedic expertise to scoliosis surgery, trained in trauma research at Denver Health Hospital.

• Specialized in Orthopedics and Traumatology at İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital
• Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital for complex cases
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council
• Performed scoliosis corrections at Antalya's top teaching hospitals

Specializes in orthopedic surgery with expertise in complex spinal conditions like scoliosis. Works at Atlas University Hospital.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Authored studies on acetabular revisions and hip dysplasia
• Skilled in limb lengthening and tumor surgery

Specializes in pediatric orthopedics and complex bone conditions at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained in France on minimally invasive hip surgery
• Member of ISOLS and EMSOS for limb salvage and musculoskeletal oncology
• Board member of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch

Mustafa Ozdemir is an Associate Professor specialized in radiology, bringing extensive experience to scoliosis surgical treatment.

• Over 33 years of experience of experience in radiology
• Specialized in radiology from Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Associate Professor at Ministry of Health Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Onvural specializes in orthopedic surgery with international training in Switzerland and the US, focusing on complex joint and spine conditions.

• Completed Orthopaedics and Traumatology Fellowship at Tepecik Education and Research Hospital
• Trained at the International Trauma Association in Switzerland
• Former injury doctor for Altay FC, a Turkish Premier League team
• Expert in knee and hip arthroscopy and replacement

Professor Ibrahim Azboy holds leadership roles at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's top medical schools.

• 25 years of experience specializing in orthopedic and trauma surgery
• Expert in scoliosis treatment with a focus on surgical precision
• Awarded Associate Professor title in 2015, promoted to Professor in 2021
• Trained at Hacettepe School of Medicine – Turkey's leading medical institution
• Performs surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Specializes in surgical treatment of scoliosis as Head of Orthopedics at Biruni University, combining clinical practice with academic leadership.

• Over 16 years of experience of focused orthopedic and traumatology practice
• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University with specialized education
• Leads department innovations in surgical treatments for scoliosis
• Maintains active roles in both state and university hospital settings

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.

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. 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.

Recognized internationally for scoliosis research – Dr. Akgul won multiple awards for his work on spinal deformities at prestigious European conferences.

• Associate Professor at Istanbul University's Orthopedics Department
• Specializes in complex scoliosis cases and revision surgeries
• Board member of Turkish Spine Society
• Editor for multiple orthopedic journals
• Performs Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) procedures

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.