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900+ scoliosis treatments performed – Dr. Dror specializes in pediatric spinal deformities at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Fellowship-trained in pediatric spinal surgery at Paris' Hospital St. Vincent de Paul
• Recognized by Forbes as a top specialist in pediatric spinal surgery
• Lecturer in orthopedic surgery at Tel Aviv University
• Active member of Scoliosis Research Society and European Pediatric Orthopaedic Society

Recognized as one of Israel's top orthopedists by Forbes, Dr. Eitan specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Uses OrthoSpin's smart robotic system for precise, automated adjustments
• Performs MAKOplasty and ALMIS – advanced hip replacement techniques
• Skilled in both arthroscopic procedures and complex joint replacements
• Expert in minimally invasive approaches for faster recovery

Dr. Aaron Menahem is a leading Israeli expert in joint replacements, specializing in complex cases at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specializes in MAKOplasty total hip replacements and unicompartmental knee procedures
• Worldwide reputation for treating arthrosis and osteomyelitis
• Actively engaged in orthopedic research to advance treatments

Prof. Dr. Halil Ibrahim Bekler was born in Istanbul in 1960. He completed his primary school education in Istanbul. He finished High School in Saint-Joseph in 1979. In 1985 he graduated from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. In the same year, he started to work as a resident doctor at Tokat Akbelen Health Center. Between 1987 and 1991, he specialized in Orthopedics and Traumatology at SiSli Etfal Hospital. Between 1993 and 1994, he worked as an assistant professor at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in Diyarbakır, Turkey. Later, he worked as the Head of the Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgery Department at American Hospital. In 1999, he studied microsurgery at Cleveland Medical Center.
He worked as a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology Microsurgery in many private hospitals in Istanbul. Between 2006-2007, he worked as a Hand and Microsurgery Specialist at Columbia University School of Medicine. In 2008, he became an associate professor of orthopedics at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine. Between 2009 and 2015, he worked as Chief of Orthopedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital and he trained many Assistant Specialists. He became Professor in 2016.

He performs orthopedic microsurgery procedures at Avicenna Atasehir Hospital and offers effective treatments for knee and hip prostheses in the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology.

President of the Israeli Shoulder Society – Dr. Maman Eran leads the field in shoulder and elbow care at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Fellowship-trained in orthopedic and arthritic surgery at Toronto University
• Specializes in rotator cuff repair and shoulder replacement surgeries
• Expert in both surgical and conservative treatments for shoulder dislocation
• Graduated with honors from Ben-Gurion University
• Published in scientific and medical journals on orthopedic topics

Head of spinal deformity at Ichilov – Dr. Morsi specializes in complex scoliosis corrections with minimally invasive techniques.

• 17+ years of experience in pediatric and adult spinal surgery
• Fellowship-trained at Johns Hopkins and McGill University
• Performs microscopic and minimally invasive scoliosis operations
• Member of AO Spine and North American Spine Society

Prof. Dr. Selami Sozubir has authored 65 scientific publications with over 11,000 reads and 1,000 citations, reflecting his deep expertise in pediatric surgery and urology.

• Specializes in pediatric genitourinary reconstructive surgery
• Fellowship-trained at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas
• Handles complex congenital abnormalities of the urinary system
• Recipient of multiple awards for clinical and research excellence
• Works at Liv Hospital Ulus – a leading medical center

Dr. Yair specializes in pediatric orthopedic treatments using expandable prosthetics that grow with children – a groundbreaking approach for young patients.

• Focuses on bone and soft tissue tumors in both children and adults
• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto
• Member of multiple international orthopedic and oncology societies
• Expert in treating metastatic bone disease and bone infections

Head of Orthopedic Surgery at Herzliya Medical Center – Dr. Luger Elchanan brings senior expertise to complex orthopedic cases at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specializes in joint replacements and complex reconstructions
• Leads orthopedic surgery at a major medical center
• Fluent in English and Hebrew for international patients
• Focuses on joint procedures and trauma cases

15,000+ operations performed, including 1,215 hip arthroscopies in just 6 years – Dr. Zini specializes in sports-related joint injuries at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

• Coordinator of Orthopedics & Traumatology since 2007
• Treats elite athletes like Sasha Djordjevic and Jean Prioleau
• Author of 7 medical monographs and 100+ publications
• Twice awarded SIOT's Bellando-Randone Prize for best monograph

Dr. Trzeciak specializes in Orthopedics and Traumatology, with advanced training from top international orthopedic centers.

• Holds certificates from renowned organizations like AO, AAOS, and FESSH
• Participated in numerous advanced surgical technique courses
• Gained experience at Provincial Clinical Hospital No. 2 in Rzeszów
• Continuously updates skills through individual trainings and symposia

Specializes in arthroscopic techniques for shoulder, knee, and ankle joints – Dr. Kulczyk is a member of leading European orthopedic societies.

• Expert in rotator cuff repair and shoulder instability treatments
• Uses advanced techniques like LATARJET and MPFL ligament reconstruction
• Author of scientific publications on arthroscopic procedures
• Participates in international orthopedic conferences and courses

Dr. Gokhan Ulusoy is renowned for his expertise in Orthopedics and Traumatology. His specialties include Arthroscopic Surgery of Shoulder, Knee, Elbow, and Ankle Joints, Sports Injuries Surgery such as Arthroscopic Meniscus Surgery and Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction, Cartilage Repair, and Arthroplasty with a focus on Knee and Hip Prosthesis Applications. He has made significant contributions to his field, with numerous publications in international refereed journals, presentations at international scientific meetings, and involvement in various editorial and scholarly activities.

Education

• Bornova Anadolu High School (1986)
• Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1992)
• Université libre de Bruxelles Orthopedics and Traumatology (1995-2002)
• Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Bordeaux (1999) - Fellow
• Chirurgie du sport Bordeaux-Merignac (1999) - Fellow

Experiences

Florence Nightingale Hospital (2003-2004)

Anadolu Medical Center (2004-2010)

Acibadem Kayseri Hospital (2011-2013)

Kafkas University Faculty of Medicine (2014-2021)

Yeni Yuzyil University Gaziosmanpasa Hospital (2021-2022)

Liv Hospital Vadistanbul (2022-Halen)

Publications

Articles published in international refereed journals:

YILDIZ KADRI,MEDETALIBEYOGLU FATIH, KAYMAZ IRFAN, ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2021). Triad of foot

deformities and its conservative treatment: With a 3D customized insole. Journal of Engineering in Medicine,

Doi: 10.1177/09544119211006528 (Publication No: 7027542)

KIZILGÖZ VOLKAN,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,ÖZDEMİR OĞUZHAN (2020). Reliability of the measurements of

cross-sectional area and diameter of semitendinosus and gracilis tendons using 1.5 T magnetic resonance

imaging. Annals of Clinical and Analytical Medicine, Doi: 10.4328/ACAM.20357 (Publication No: 6619712)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,KIZILGOZ VOLKAN (2020). Effect of medial meniscus posterior horn tears on tibial

translation in ACL-intact knees: a case control study based on MRI. Current Orthopaedic Practice, 31(5), 469-

473., Doi: 10.1097/BCO.0000000000000914 (Publication No: 6384497)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,VANCABEKE MICHEL,BOUTE PHILIPPE,PUTZ PHILIPPE (2020). Fractures of the radius’

distal end: Comparison of intrafocal fixation and external fixator techniques with a prospective randomized

study using the Kapandji method. Online Turkish Journal of Health Sciences, 5(1), 106-116., Doi: 10.26453/

otjhs.483551 (Publication No: 5242143)•

ÇATAL BİLGEHAN,BİLGE ALİ,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN (2019). Endoscopic Plantar Fascia Release Versus

Cryosurgery for The Treatment of Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Prospective Randomized Study. Journal of the

American Podiatric Medical Association, 110(5), 1-9., Doi: https://doi.org/10.7547/18-082 (Yayın No: 5517495)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,BILGE ALI,OZTÜRK OMUR (2019). Comparison of corticosteroid injection and ozone

injection for relief of pain in chronic lateral epicondylitis. Acta Orthopaedica Belgica, 85(3), 317-324. (Publication

No: 4138359)

KIZILGÖZ VOLKAN,SİVRİOĞLU ALİ KEMAL,AYDIN HASAN,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,ÇETİN TÜRKHUN,TUNCER

KUTSİ (2019). The Combined Effect of Body Mass Index and Tibial Slope Angles on Anterior Cruciate Ligament

Injury Risk in Male Knees: A Case-Control Study. Clinical Medicine Insights: Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Disorders,

12, 1-8., Doi: 10.1177/1179544119867922 (Publication No: 5164792)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,KIZILGOZ VOLKAN,SIVRIOGLU ALI KEMAL (2019). Relationship between Body Mass

Index and articular injuries accompanying primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament tear in male knees: A retrospective

observational study. Journal of Knee Surgery, 33(11), 1157-1162., Doi: 10.1055/s-0039-1692668 (Publication No:

5058943)

KIZILGÖZ VOLKAN,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,AYDIN HASAN,YILDIZ KADRİ,ÇETİN TÜRKHUN,Evran Mültehan (2019).

Association Between Body Mass Index and Meniscal Tears Requiring Surgery. Eastern Journal of Medical Sciences,

4(1), 1-5., Doi: 10.32677/EJMS.2019.v04.i01.001 (Publication No: 4919897)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,BILGE ALI,AKALIN YAVUZ,AKINCI METIN,ERMUTLU CELAL SAHIN (2018). Placing a

threaded plug in the hole of a locking plate at the fracture level can increase the resistance of the plate: A

biomechanical study. SANAMED, 13(3), 229-234., Doi: 10.24125/sanamed.v13i3.256 (Publication No: 4426458)

KIZILGÖZ VOLKAN,SİVRİOĞLU ALİ KEMAL,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,AYDIN HASAN,KARAYOL SUNAY

SİBEL,MENDERES UTKU (2018). Analysis of the risk factors for anterior cruciate ligament injury: an investigation of

structural tendencies. Clinical Imaging, 50, 20-30., Doi: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2017.12.004. (Publication No: 4140624)

KIZILGÖZ VOLKAN,SİVRİOĞLU ALİ KEMAL,AYDIN HASAN,ÇETİN TÜRKHUN,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN (2018).

Assessment of the anterolateral ligament of the knee by 1.5 T magnetic resonance imaging. journal of international

medical research, 46(4), 1486-1495., Doi: 10.1177/0300060517740032 (Publication No: 4140780)

KIZILGÖZ VOLKAN,SİVRİOĞLU ALİ KEMAL,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,YILDIZ KADRİ,AYDIN HASAN,ÇETİN TÜRKHUN

(2018). Posterior tibial slope measurement on lateral knee radiographs as a risk factor of anterior cruciate ligament

injury: A cross-sectional study. Radiography, 25(1), 33-38., Doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2018.07.007 (Yayın No:

4344916)

BILGE ALI,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN, OZTURK OMUR,OZTURK IBRAHIM AVSIN,AYKUT SERKAN (2017). Carpal Tunnel

Syndrome Surgery Anti-Adhesion Gel Is Effective?. ACTA CHIRURGIAE ORTHOPAEDICAE ET TRAUMATOLOGIAE

CECHOSLOVACA, 84(5), 391-395. (Publication No: 5253282)

BILGE ALI,ERTURK CEMIL,Isikan UE,ALTAY MEHMET AKIF,OZTURK IA,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,DOGRAMACI YUNUS

(2016). The Clinical and Biochemical Effects of Oral Glucosamine and Chondritinon Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis

A Randomized, Single Blinded, Controlled Clinical Trial. Austin Journal of Orthopedics Rheumatology, 3(4), 1-4.

(Publication No: 5354878)

ÖZTÜRK ÖMÜR,BİLGE ALİ,TEZCAN AYSU HAYRİYE,YAĞMURDUR HATİCE,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,GEZGİN

İNAN,DOST BURHAN (2016). Comparison of ultrasound and electrical neurostimulation guidance in axillary brachial

plexus block. ANAESTHESIA, PAIN INTENSIVE CARE, 20(1), 50-53. (Publication No: 4141031)

Papers presented in international scientific meetings and published in (proceedings) books:

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2019). THE EFFECT OF OBESİTY ON MENISCUS EXTRUSION IN PATIENTS WITH MEDIAL

MENISCUS TEAR?. 2nd International Hippocrates Congress on Medical and Health Sciences, 3, 37-41. (Full Text

Notification/Oral Presentation)(Publication No:5134278)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN, YILDIZ KADRI,bozkurt hayrunisa bekis (2018). The relationship between flat insoles,

back stepping and arc height index in the pediatric population. 1. International Iğdır Congress on Multidisciplinary

studies, 360 (Özet Bildiri/Sözlü Sunum)(Yayın No:4513473)•

YILDIZ KADRI,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,BOZKURT HAYRUNISA BEKIS (2018). The effect of vitamin D on the flat

insoles pediatric population, the study of calcium levels. 1. International Iğdır Congress on Multidiciplinary studies,

188 (Özet Bildiri/Sözlü Sunum)(Yayın No:5255408)

AKSOY OZGUR,BILGE ALI,ERMUTLU CELAL SAHIN,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,Ozaydın I,Ozturk S,Cihan M,Aydın

U (2018). Correction of advanced degree congenital flexural deformities with ilizarov external fixators.. 2nd

International Veterinary Surgery Congress of Turkey, 194-195. (Abstract Notification/Poster)(Publication No:5257413)

YILDIZ KADRI,UZUNER MUHAMMET BORA,BODUÇ ERENGUL,CETIN TURKHUN,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,KIZILGOZ

VOLKAN (2018). Changes in the anatomy of the foot in 10 years of observation of the Caucasian bar team

players. ZEUGMA 1.International Congress of Multidisciplinary Studies, 262 (Abstract Notification/Oral Presentation)

(Publication No:5257383)

BİLGE ALİ,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,ERTÜRK CEMİL,IŞIKAN UĞUR ERDEM,ALTAY MEHMET AKİF,ÖZTÜRK

İBRAHİM AVŞİN (2017). The effect of oral glucosamine hydrochloridë and chondroitin-lfat therapy on cartilage

destruction markers in serum and synovial fluid in patients having gonarthrosis. Bone Joint 2017 (With International

Participation), 92 (Full Text Notification/Oral Presentation)(Publication No:3503817)

Papers presented in national scientific meetings and published in proceedings:

BILGE ALI,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,OZİC CEM,TASOVA ALI OSMAN,YILMAZ ONUR (2019). mRNA expression

of antioxidant genes in serum and tissue samples of patients having osteoarthritis. 29th TURKISH NATIONAL

ORTHOPEDICS AND TRAUMATOLOGY CONGRESS, 16-17. (Abstract Notification/Oral Presentation)(Publication

No:6481059)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,SAHIN LEVENT (2019). The effect of high body mass index on the severity of radius

distal end fractures. 3. EASTERN ANATOLIA EMERGENCY MEDICINE DAYS, 182-183. (Abstract Notification/Oral

Presentation)(Publication No:5333890)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2019). The effect of high body mass index on meniscus extrusion. X. NATIONAL HASEKI

MEDICAL CONGRESS, 44-45. (Abstract Notification/Oral Presentation)(Publication No:5242188)

YILDIZ KADRI,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2018). Measurement of the birth canal in patients having developmental

hip dysplasia postpartum hemorrhage research. Medical and surgical approach to peripartum hemorrhages

Educational symposium concerning cadavers and maquettes (Abstract Notification/Oral Presentation)(Publication

No:5244955)

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2016). Which grafts can be used where. 26. National Turkish Orthopedics and

Traumatology Congress (/Invited Speaker)(Publication No:5242235)

CATAL BILGEHAN,UYSAL MEHMET ALI,BILGE ALI,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN,OZCAN CEM (2015). Clinical Results

in Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Plantar Fascia Relaxation. BONE JOINT 2015 (Abstract Notification/Oral

Presentation)(Publication No:4141666)

YUCETURK AYDIN,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2005). Long-term follow-up results of thoracic outlet syndrome

surgery. XIX. Turkish National Orthopedics And Traumatology Congress (Abstract Notification/Poster)(Publication

No:5387339)

YUCETURK AYDIN,ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2005). Postoperative amorphous function in excisions of

neurilemmoma performed under magnification. XIX. Turkish National Orthopedics And Traumatology Congress

(Abstract Notification/Poster)(Publication No:5387343)

Other Publications

ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2019). Arthroscopy-assisted fixation of Ideberg-type Vb glenoid fracture: A case report.

Joint Diseases and Related Surgery, 30(1), 61-64., Doi: 10.5606/ehc.2019.62020 (International) (Peer-reviewed)

(ARTICLE Case Report) (Publication No: 4426378)

BİLGE ALİ,ULUSOY RAGIP GÖKHAN,ÜSTEBAY SEFER,ÖZTÜRK ÖMÜR (2018). Osteoarthritis. Kafkas J Med Sci, 8(ek1),

133-142., Doi: 10.5505/kjms.2016.82653 (International) (Peer-reviewed) (ARTICLE Case Report) (Publication No:

4344918)Technical Note, Case Presentation, Research Note, etc.

1. Case Report, ULUSOY RAGIP GOKHAN (2019). Arthroscopy-assisted fixation of Ideberg-type Vb glenoid fracture:

A case report. Joint Diseases and Related Surgery, 30(1), 61-64., Doi: 10.5606/ehc.2019.62020 (Publication No:

4426378)

Editorship

1. Journal of Caucasian Medical Sciences (Field indices), Journal, Caucasian University Faculty of Medicine

Memberships

Turkish Association of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

Turkey Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)

Dr. Necdet Demir leads the Orthopedics Department at Biruni University Hospital, specializing in complex joint replacements and minimally invasive procedures.

• Over 10 years of orthopedic surgery experience
• Trained at Bezmialem Vakif University – a top medical school
• Head of Department since 2018, ensuring high standards of care
• Expertise in both trauma and elective orthopedic surgeries

Dr. Emad Tawfik brings 17+ years of orthopaedic expertise, focusing on minimally invasive spine surgery at Dubai London Hospital.

• Specializes in pain management and ACL reconstruction
• Fellowship-trained in spinal techniques with IGASS France
• Graduated from Cairo University – one of Egypt's top medical schools
• Member of the Egyptian Orthopaedic Association
• Performs primary total knee arthroplasty using modern techniques

Prof. Dr. Bektaser specializes in robotic knee prosthesis surgery at Private Koru Ankara Hospital, performing over 1,100+ procedures.

• 20+ years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Full professor at Yüksek İhtisas University with extensive academic contributions
• Expert in hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty
• Published numerous scientific articles on orthopedic procedures