Surgical treatment of scoliosis Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

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. 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. 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.

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 surgical treatment of scoliosis and other complex spinal conditions
• Published author in The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery
• Performs a wide range of orthopedic procedures

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 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

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser specializes in orthopedic surgeries, including scoliosis treatment, with extensive experience in complex cases.

• Over 34 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in robotic knee prosthesis surgery
• Published numerous scientific articles on orthopedic treatments
• Works at Private Koru Ankara Hospital

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.

Over 14 years of experience 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

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

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