Surgical treatment of scoliosis Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Assoc. Prof. Erkam Komurcu specializes in scoliosis surgery with fellowship training at UCLA Spine Center and Ankara University, ensuring advanced expertise in spinal corrections.

• Over 22 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Published multiple studies on spinal surgery techniques and outcomes
• Member of Turkish Spine Society and other prestigious medical associations
• Teaches spinal surgery techniques at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University

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 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.

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. 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.

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.

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. 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. 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.

Dr. Genc brings international training from top institutions like UPENN Sports Medicine Center and Helios Endo Clinic in Germany.

• Specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on complex cases
• Trained in sports medicine and football medicine at Istanbul University
• Worked at leading hospitals including Health Sciences University Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Hakan Ozalp specializes in surgical treatment of scoliosis at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Brain and surgery specialist from Ankara University
• Lecturer at Mersin University Faculty of Medicine
• Experience at Ankara Private Acibadem Hospital

Over 14 years of neurosurgical experience with exceptional skills in complex spine conditions – Dr. Gokcek specializes in scoliosis treatment at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Performs minimally invasive spine surgery and percutaneous techniques
• Founded a spinal surgery group focusing on severe deformities
• Trained in microsurgery at Hacettepe University Institute
• Member of Turkish Neurosurgical Society

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.