Page 10 - Best orthopedists: TOP 399 doctors

Specializes in minimally invasive arthroscopic joint surgery – Dr. Kasman focuses on precise techniques for faster recovery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology with years of specialized practice
• Expert in arthroplasty, sports injuries, and tendon repairs
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Skilled in both adult and pediatric orthopedic conditions

Director of the Orthopedic Center at Naeun Hospital – Dr. Yang specializes in knee and shoulder joint disorders using advanced arthroscopic techniques.

• Fellowship-trained at St. Paul's Hospital in orthopedic surgery
• Member of Korean Knee and Shoulder Societies
• Expert in sports injuries and trauma cases
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for faster recovery

Prof. Kesmezacar specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery, with extensive experience in complex cases at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained at Cornell's Hospital for Special Surgery and University of Western Ontario
• Published 20+ research papers on shoulder instability and rotator cuff tears
• Over 26 years of experience of focused orthopedic surgery experience
• Professor at Bilim University Medical Faculty

Specializes in knee, shoulder, and hip surgeries with over 27 years of experience of experience at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Expert in joint replacements and soft tissue tumor treatments
• Skilled in pediatric orthopedic and hand surgeries
• Trained at Akdeniz University's renowned orthopedics department
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques like MAKOplasty

Dr. Sutantavibul specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery – trained in advanced techniques across Thailand, South Korea, and Japan.

• Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at Thailand's leading Ramathibodi Hospital
• Expert in endoscopic techniques for less scarring and faster recovery
• Performs vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty for spinal fractures
• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with residency at top Thai hospital

Professor Boriani has performed 3,000+ spinal surgeries and developed the WBB system – now used worldwide for tumor staging.

• Director of Spine Tumor Surgery at IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi
• Invented carbon fiber reconstruction systems for post-surgical tumor cases
• Pioneered en bloc resection techniques for thoracic spine tumors
• Published 430+ research articles on spinal oncology
• Honorary member of multiple international spine societies

Dr. Pablo de la Cuadra (Pablo Cuadra de la Virgili) is an orthopedic surgeon and traumatologist in Madrid. He specializes in sports injuries and shoulder surgery at Hospital Ruber Internacional, where he has worked since 1999. He has over 25 years of experience. He leads a multidisciplinary unit and heads a specialized traumatology team. He is a recognized expert in complex shoulder disorders. He uses advanced arthroscopic and reconstructive techniques for instability and rotator cuff injuries.

Accreditations: MD (1993) and PhD in Medicine (2001), Autonomous University of Madrid. Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology after residency at Hospital Puerta de Hierro (1995–1999). Current roles: Orthopedic Specialist at Centro Médico Habana (1999–present) and Specialist Physician at Hospital Puerta de Hierro (2000–present). He is also an Associate Professor of Health Sciences at the Autonomous University of Madrid.

Dr. Ersin Sahin specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, offering a holistic approach to orthopedic care at Private Yüzyıl Hospital.

• Graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on restoring mobility and reducing pain through evidence-based methods
• Uses therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and advanced equipment
• Collaborates with orthopedic surgeons and neurologists for comprehensive care

Prof. Eren developed award-winning surgical techniques for hip dysplasia, eliminating the need for pins in pediatric cases.

• 48 years of experience specializing in pediatric orthopedics at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Former President of TOTBID Pediatric Orthopedics Branch
• Founding member of Turkish ASAMI for advanced limb correction
• Trained in Graf Hip Ultrasonography and Ilizarov techniques
• Active member of AAOS and European Pediatric Orthopedics Society

Professor Rangger performed life-saving surgery on Anton Fedenko – a case other doctors deemed untreatable. He specializes in complex musculoskeletal and spinal conditions at Nordwest Clinic.

• Forensic expert in medical malpractice cases
• Licensed to train and examine orthopedic surgeons
• Specializes in joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery
• Educated at University of Innsbruck and University of San Diego
• Treats high-ranking officials from multiple countries

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Prof. Deniz Konya specializes in spine surgery at Medical Park Göztepe, with a Harvard fellowship in spinal procedures.

• Over 76 years of experience of experience in neurosurgery
• Expert in scoliosis and spinal deformities
• Member of the Scoliosis Research Society
• Published 47 international peer-reviewed articles
• Fellowship-trained at Harvard's Brigham and Women's Hospital

Prof. Dr. Akman has authored 16+ orthopedic research papers, focusing on innovative surgical techniques at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in complex fractures and joint injuries
• Published extensively on osteosynthesis techniques for hip fractures
• Expert in managing post-traumatic heterotopic ossification
• Member of Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association

Dr. Lee Kyung Hoon is an orthopedic specialist and department head. He treats degenerative arthritis and knee and hip disorders. He performs knee arthroscopy and arthroplasty. He also treats foot and ankle conditions, shoulder problems such as frozen shoulder and rotator cuff tears, osteoporosis, and fractures and other extremity injuries.

He earned his MD from The Catholic University of Korea. He completed his orthopedic residency at The Catholic Medical Center. He finished a fellowship and served as a clinical instructor at Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital.

He has served as department head at Nasarath International and Himchan General Hospital Incheon. He was also director at Himchan Hospital Incheon and Medrex Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Orthopedic Association, the Korean Knee Society, the Korean Fracture Society, the Korean Hip Society, the Korean Arthroscopy Society, and the Catholic University Knee Research Society. He completed TPI training and a microsurgery workshop.

Specializes in limb lengthening and deformity correction – Dr. Goldman brings expertise from Hadassah Medical Center and New York's Hospital for Special Surgery.

• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with 24 years of experience of experience
• Expert in Ilizarov method for complex limb reconstruction
• Treats both pediatric and adult cases of scoliosis
• Member of North American Society for Limb Lengthening

Dr. Ram (Rami) Palti is an orthopedic hand and upper limb surgeon. He has over 20 years of experience at the Hand Surgery Unit of Sheba Medical Center. He focuses on reconstructive surgery for congenital hand anomalies and deformity correction. He also performs complex microsurgery, nerve repair, and tendon reconstruction.

He earned his MD from Tel Aviv University. He completed an orthopedic residency at Sheba Medical Center. He completed fellowships in Upper Extremity Surgery at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases and in Hand, Elbow and Peripheral Nerve Surgery at Royal North Shore Hospital. He also received advanced training in congenital upper limb surgery at Westmead Children’s Hospital.

He is a certified medical expert for the Israeli National Insurance Institute. He consults for the Israeli Ministry of Defense Rehabilitation Department and advises legal and government bodies. His practice emphasizes precise microsurgery with functional rehabilitation.

Associate Professor Savash Chomlek specializes in pain management and anesthesia, leveraging over 76 years of experience of expertise in the field.

• Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist with specialized training
• Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice for advanced techniques
• Member of World Academy of Pain Medicine United
• Extensive research in pain management and anesthesia

Professional experience

• 2018 – present : Head of the Traumatology Department at the International Orthopaedic Center Hospital Ruber Internacional in Madrid.
• 2000 – 2018 : Specialist in Hip and Knee Surgery at the International Center Hospital Ruber Internacional, Madrid.
• Until 2000 : Deputy Head of the Traumatology Department at the Hospital J. Puerta de Hierro, Madrid.

Education and qualifications

• 1992 : Medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the Autonomous University of Madrid.
• Specialization in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology at the Puerta de Hierro Hospital.

Scientific research and clinical trials

1. Phase 2B : Efficacy and safety study of PD 0348292 for the prevention of venous thromboembolic events (VTE) in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.
2. CV185-047 : Comparison of the efficacy of apixaban and enoxaparin for the prevention of VTE.
3. CV185-035 : A study of prevention of deep vein thrombosis after hip replacement.
4. PRADAXA® 1160.85 : A study of the efficacy of dabigatran etexilate for the prevention of VTE following hip and knee surgery.
5. PRADAXA® 1160.84 : Evaluation of the safety of dabigatran in patients with moderate renal impairment after total renal arthroplasty.

Learning and Teaching

• 1997–2000 : Associate Professor, Department of Traumatology, Puerta de Hierro Hospital, Madrid.

Specialization and innovation

• Knee replacement : Using the latest generation navigation systems, Rapid Recovery and ERAS protocols for accelerated recovery.
• Hip Replacement : Minimally Invasive Techniques and Improved Restorative Protocols.
• Arthroscopic surgery : Treatment of diseases of the knee and hip joints.
• Non-surgical treatment : Introduction of innovative infiltration techniques for joint pathology.

Recognition and achievements

• 2022 : Included in the Forbes list as one of the 100 best doctors in Spain , recognized for leadership and innovation in joint surgery using navigation technologies.
• Since 2008 : ISO 9001:2008 certification for quality of hip and knee replacement surgeries.

Membership in professional organizations

• International Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons .
• Member of the Spanish Association of Arthroscopy .

The doctor has established himself as a pioneer in the field of joint surgery, introducing innovative technologies such as navigation systems and minimally invasive approaches. His achievements and approach to patient recovery make him one of the leading specialists in Spain.