Orthopedics Doctors Abroad — Page 3

900+ joint replacements performed – Dr. Aydin specializes in minimally invasive hip, knee, and shoulder surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Associate Professor with research in fracture healing and regenerative medicine
• Expert in trauma orthopedics and complex reconstructive cases
• Uses advanced arthroscopic techniques for quicker recovery
• Specializes in pediatric orthopedics and sports injury treatment

Dr. Thongrong pioneers robotic and non-invasive rehabilitation techniques at PYONG Rehabilitation Group, integrating cutting-edge technologies for optimal recovery.

• Board-certified physiatrist specializing in neurorehabilitation and chronic pain management
• Head of Rehabilitation Department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Founder of a premium rehabilitation center focusing on innovative treatments
• Expert in wearable exoskeleton gait training and ultrasound-guided interventions

Founder of SOMATODYNAMICS – a revolutionary approach to musculoskeletal health with 62 international patents. Dr. Blum leads research and training at Peoples' Friendship University of Russia.

• Over 53 years of experience specializing in clinical rehabilitation
• Trained 5,800+ medical specialists in advanced techniques
• Developed innovative therapies for joint and bone restoration
• Honored inventor recognized by the Russian government

Prof. Dr. Çağatay Öztürk is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology. He qualified as a specialist in 2004. He is Head of the Department at Istinye University. He founded and directs the Liv Spine Center, which is certified as a Center of Excellence by the AOSpine Society. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and became a professor in 2017.

He continues clinical and academic work at Liv Hospital Ulus, Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, and Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku. He also performs surgeries in Iraq, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, North Macedonia, Morocco, Montenegro, Albania, and Mongolia.

Specializes in robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements – trained in Luxembourg's advanced program and practices at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Completed advanced arthroplasty training with Turkish Society of Orthopaedics
• Expert in developmental hip dysplasia treatments
• Member of International Congress for Joint Reconstruction
• Over 13 years of experience of orthopedic surgery experience

Dr. Leyes has nearly 32 years of experience of orthopedic experience and trained at prestigious institutions like the Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic.

• Specializes in knee and shoulder joint conditions and sports injuries
• Performs robotic surgery and knee joint prosthetics
• Worked with professional teams like Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlético Madrid
• Member of ESSKA and ISAKOS – leading orthopedic societies
• Head of Knee Department at FREMAP Hospital

1,100+ knee surgeries performed – Dr. Argaiz leads the knee surgery division at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• 38 years of experience specializing in knee and lower limb surgeries
• Director of orthopedic surgery and traumatology since 2019
• Published 22 research papers on orthopedic techniques
• Trained in arthroscopy at Oxford Hospital

Andreas X. Papadopoulos, MD, PhD, is an orthopaedic and trauma surgeon. He specializes in robotic surgery, arthroscopy, and sports medicine. He has been Director of the Sports Injuries Department at Olympion Medical Center since 2005. He performs 200–250 major operations each year. He has over 20 years of practice and has completed more than 6,000 procedures.

He is an expert in robotic knee arthroplasty using CORI (Smith & Nephew) and ROSA (Zimmer Biomet) systems. His practice includes shoulder arthroscopy and arthroplasty, ACL/PCL, meniscus and cartilage surgery, total knee replacement, complex fractures, and kyphoplasty. He also offers PRP and other biologic treatments. His research includes 25 papers, over 450 citations, an h-index of 8, and more than 100 presentations. Honors include the Klaus Klemm First Prize, an AO Research Grant, and an Excellence Award. He is an ESSSE-SECEC Fellow, on the GMC Specialist Register, and ATLS certified.

Dr. Nurullah Ermiş has published from 2010 to 2024 on orthopaedic trauma, spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and regional anesthesia. His work is indexed in PubMed and Scopus.

Highlights include an irreducible ankle fracture‑dislocation caused by tibialis posterior tendon interposition (J Foot Ankle Surg., 2010; PubMed). Another report covers an irreducible posterolateral knee dislocation due to medial meniscus interposition (Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc., 2011; PubMed). He examined scoliosis and kyphosis after sternotomy or thoracotomy (J Turk Spinal Surg., 23(2):83‑90, 2012). Additional JTSS papers appeared in 2012 and in 2017 (28(4):283‑288). He reported on ESPB and QLB in hip surgery (Indian J Anaesth., 62(10):802, 2018; Anesth Essays Res., 12(4):825‑831, 2018; ESRA 2018). He studied outcomes of hip prosthesis for Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis (Medicine Science, 13(4):873‑878, 2024). He also described medial superior cluneal nerve entrapment (SAGE Journals).

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir combines 33 years of experience of radiology expertise with specialized training in diagnostic imaging for orthopedic conditions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced imaging techniques for joint and bone disorders
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Holds a doctorate in medicine with a specialization in radiology
• Works closely with orthopedic surgeons for precise treatment planning

1,500+ major joint replacements performed – Dr. Bertoli heads the Orthopedics Department at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• 20 years of experience specializing in complex joint surgeries
• Expert in reoperations and difficult joint replacements
• Completed advanced training in endoprosthetics
• Performs both arthroscopic and open joint procedures

Stanford-trained in robotic-assisted joint replacements – Dr. Narkbunnam brings precision techniques to KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• Performs over 23 years of experience of robotic-assisted knee and hip replacements
• Expert in both primary and complex revision arthroplasty
• Uses MAKO robotic system for enhanced surgical accuracy
• Graduated with honors from Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Medicine

Dr. He Fa Sheng is the Director of the Department of Orthopedics. He specializes in orthopedics, rehabilitation, and osteoporosis. He has practiced since 1995. He previously worked at Xiamen Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Clinical focus includes minimally invasive spine surgery, joint replacement, osteoporotic fractures, and trauma care.

Honors and appointments include the Xiamen May 1st Labor Medal and provincial awards for medical rescue. He serves as Deputy Director in several orthopedic associations. He is also a Standing Committee member in orthopedics and rehabilitation.

7,500+ hip and knee replacements performed – Dr. Predescu is a European authority in arthroscopic and knee surgery at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Head of Orthopedics Department with nearly 31 years of experience of experience
• Specializes in arthroscopic techniques for precise joint care
• Doctorate in medical sciences
• Member of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Dr. Thanaphat Pomyukon is a general surgeon (ศัลยแพทย์ทั่วไป). Thai medical license no. ว.50550. He earned his M.D. from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University. He also holds the Thai Board Diploma in General Surgery from Roi Et Hospital, Ministry of Public Health.

His clinical focus includes hernias and hemorrhoids. He also treats breast lumps and gallstones. He manages digestive system diseases. He performs gastrointestinal endoscopy, including gastroscopy and colonoscopy.

Languages: Thai (primary) and English (professional clinical level).

Specialty:
Orthopedic Surgery.

Subspecialty:
Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery.

Education:

• 2004–2010: Doctor of Medicine (First Class Honors), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.
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• 2013–2017: Diploma, Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.
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• 2019–2020: Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery (Knee and Hip), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University…………………………..

Over 41 years of experience specializing in knee and hip arthroscopy – Dr. Bakmaz focuses on minimally invasive procedures at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in sports injuries and orthopedic trauma
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in ACL reconstruction and joint preservation techniques