Best Physiotherapy Doctors in Turkey — TOP 40

Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology in Istanbul. He is a pioneer in Turkey for 3D patient-specific orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gemalmaz specializes in robotic-assisted joint replacements for the knee and hip. He currently serves as a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine.

• Uses 3D planning and custom surgical guides for complex bone deformities.
• Performs robotic-assisted arthroplasty, including MAKOplasty and OMNI systems.
• Treats sports injuries through arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee.
• Practices at a center accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Fatih Temizturk is a rehabilitation specialist at Nobel Medical Center in Pamukkale. He specializes in neurological and orthopedic recovery for children and adults. Dr. Temizturk is a former Assistant Professor at Dumlupınar University. He focuses on musculoskeletal diseases and rheumatological conditions.

• Performs USG-controlled injections, PRP, and CGF therapy for joint pain.
• Treats children with cerebral palsy and patients recovering from strokes.
• Specializes in Botox injections for neurological and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Practices at a center using thermal mineral water and natural mud therapy.

Prof. Demiralp brings deep expertise in orthopedic oncology and trauma surgery, with specialized training at Mayo Clinic.

• Over 35 years of experience in orthopedics
• Specializes in complex limb reconstruction
• Associate professor in orthopaedic oncology and trauma
• Member of multiple prestigious orthopedic societies
• Received awards for tumor treatment research

Specializes in joint and cartilage surgery with over 10,000 knee and hip replacement procedures performed.

• Expert in sports medicine and joint arthroscopy
• Uses advanced non-surgical treatments like stem cell therapy
• Focuses on post-operative rehabilitation and medical plate exercises
• Trained at Dokuz Eylul University Orthopaedics Department

The doctor is a member of the Turkish Neurosurgery Association, the Turkish Spine Association, and AOSpine. With an academic background from Marmara University in Turkey and further training at Yale School of Medicine in the USA, the doctor is well-versed in neurosurgery and spine-related medical practices.

Dr. Bestami Yalvac is an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Dr. Yalvac specializes in ozone therapy for fibromyalgia and sports injuries. He completed his residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats chronic conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatic pain, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Provides rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and nerve compression.
• Uses techniques such as dry needling, kinesiotaping, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 500,000 patients every year.

Prof. Cakar specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, with dual expertise in pain medicine and electrodiagnostic neurology at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Professor with of clinical experience
• Trained at Harvard Medical School in advanced brain stimulation techniques
• Published 40+ international research articles on rehabilitation
• Chairs the Brain Stimulation and Neurorestoration Working Group
• European Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine member

Dr. Selman Dogan is a highly-rated hip and shoulder replacement surgeon specializing in sports traumatology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in ligament and tendon injuries of the knee, including meniscus and ACL repairs
• Performs hip and knee arthroplasty with focus on sports-related conditions
• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Manages lower and upper extremity trauma surgeries and spinal surgeries

Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital with extensive experience in spine surgery and rehabilitation.

• Research Fellow at UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center
• Member of North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society
• Published 50 scientific journal articles on orthopedic topics
• Specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques

Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology since 1983
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Trained at Minnesota Spine Center and Hokkaido University in Japan
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Specializing in orthopedics and traumatology, Dr. Firat Oruc focuses on knee and hip joint surgeries at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 27 years of clinical experience
• Expertise in shoulder surgeries and prosthetics
• Specialized training at Akdeniz University
• Handles pediatric orthopedic cases
• Skilled in soft tissue and bone tumor treatments

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer is an orthopedist and orthopedic oncologist at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital. He specializes in bone and soft tissue tumor surgery. Dr. Tuncer completed residency at Atatürk University. He also completed specific training at Acıbadem Medical School. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul noted for high transplant volumes.

• Specializes in limb-sparing surgery and bone resection for oncology patients.
• Performs arthroscopic repairs, joint replacements, and stem cell therapy for arthritis.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID).
• Belongs to the Association of Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods Development.

Prof. Dr. Ahmad Dogan specializes in pediatric orthopedics and deformity correction, with extensive experience in Ilizarov surgery and limb lengthening.

• Chief in Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
• Fellowship-trained at Orthopadisches Spital Speising in Vienna
• Member of European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society
• Expert in stem cell applications for orthopedics

Dr. Ali Osman Mucuoglu is a neurosurgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in brain tumor removal and minimally invasive intracerebral hemorrhage surgery. Dr. Mucuoglu utilized 3D printing technology for assisted transsphenoidal hypophysectomy. He is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Completed neurosurgery training at Dokuz Eylül University.
• Treats complex conditions including spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and acoustic neuroma.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and vagus nerve stimulation surgery.
• Specialized in surgical neuroanatomy and head injury management.

Dr. Filibeli specializes in orthopedics and traumatology with extensive training at top teaching hospitals.

• Residency at University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital
• Member of The Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Fluent in English and German for international patients
• Experience in pediatric orthopedics at Buca Gynecology & Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital

Specializes in sports surgery and complex orthopedic cases at Atlas University Hospital, with expertise in limb lengthening and joint replacements.

• Trained in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Published research on tendinopathies, acetabular revisions, and hip dysplasia
• Expertise in ACL, meniscus, and shoulder slap repairs
• Performs advanced prosthetic surgeries for knee, hip, and shoulder

Specializes in orthopedic oncology and complex joint surgeries, trained in France for minimally invasive techniques.

• Expert in pediatric orthopedics and bone tumor treatments
• Trained in knee and hip surgeries at Hopital de la Croix Rousse
• Member of international societies like ISOLS and EMSOS
• Board member of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch

Dr. Baris Metin is a neurologist at NP Istanbul Brain Hospital. He has practiced medicine in both Turkey and Belgium. Dr. Metin focuses on memory disorders, epilepsy, and sleep medicine. He treats complex conditions like Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis. His work includes functional neuroimaging and electroencephalography (EEG).

• Expertise in neurological rehabilitation and post-stroke recovery.
• Authored numerous research papers in national and international scientific journals.
• Treats patients at Europe’s second-ranked brain hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility using Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.