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1,100+ orthopedic procedures performed – Assoc. Dr. Sami Sokucu specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty at VM Medical Park Hospital.

• 12+ years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Member of the European Board of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Specializes in Halyus Valgus correction and complex spinal deformities
• Recipient of the Commitment Award from Provincial Health Directorate

Dr. Janik coordinated the PHANTOM High Flex clinical trial – testing advanced orthopedic solutions for athletes. He combines research expertise with hands-on sports medicine experience.

• Specializes in sports injuries with international training in Brazil, Germany, and the UK
• Served as official doctor for the Davis Cup Warsaw tournament
• Member of the Polish Society of Sports Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Completed residency at NZOZ Carolina Medical Center

3,000+ knee arthroscopy procedures and 500+ ACL reconstructions – Dr. Patkowski specializes in advanced knee treatments at KCM Clinic.

• Over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery and traumatology
• Specialized in knee arthroscopy and ACL reconstruction
• Member of the European Society of Sports Surgery and Knee Arthroscopy
• Graduated from Medical Academy in Wrocław

Specializing in pediatric orthopedics, Dr. Musielak focuses on congenital and acquired musculoskeletal disorders using the Ilizarov method.

• Expert in limb lengthening and deformity correction
• Recipient of multiple international scholarships in pediatric orthopedics
• Member of European Pediatric Orthopedic Society
• Fellowship-trained in advanced orthopedic techniques

Dr Keerapat Phiromkraiphakdi is a specialist in cosmetic surgery with training in the US and Thailand, focusing on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.

• Graduated from Vajira Hospital and Ramathibodi Hospital
• Further trained in plastic surgery at UTHSC, PACES Plastic Surgery, and UMC
• Medical Professor at Srinakharinwirot University
• Member of the Thai Society of Plastic Surgeons

Dr. Granek combines compassion with precision in orthopedic care, focusing on successful patient outcomes.

• Detail-oriented approach ensuring tailored treatment plans
• Works at KCM Clinic, known for specialized orthopedic services
• Committed to using modern techniques for better recovery

Specializing in hand surgery and microsurgery – Dr. Turkkan brings extensive expertise to complex orthopedic cases at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specialized training in hand surgery and microsurgery
• Served in multiple high-volume military and research hospitals
• Currently practices at Memorial Bahçelievler – a leading orthopedic center

Dr. Pimchaya Panichkul is a licensed physician since 2002. Her training includes dermatology, surgery, anti-aging medicine, and facial plastic procedures.

Credentials: Doctor of Medicine (Rangsit University). Diploma in Dermatology and Surgery (USA). Certificate in Anti-aging Medicine. Certificate in Facial Plastic Surgery (Korea). Professional membership: Panasia Cosmetic.

Orthopedic specialist at Carolina Medical Center with over 15 years' experience focusing on musculoskeletal trauma and sports injuries.

• Specializes in knee arthroscopy and ACL reconstruction for athletes
• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology of the Musculoskeletal System
• Works at one of Warsaw's leading orthopedic facilities
• Formerly trained at Sports Medicine Center CSK MSW

1,100+ orthopedic treatments performed – Dr. Bakmaz specializes in knee and hip arthroscopy at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• 25+ years in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in sports injuries and trauma cases
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Former Chief Assistant at Cerrahpaşa's Orthopedics Department

Specializes in hip replacements and sports injury repairs at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, with extensive experience in orthopedic surgeries.

• Trained in orthopedics at Ege University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Expert in robotic knee replacement and anterior cruciate ligament repairs
• Focused on both trauma cases and elective procedures like spinal diseases
• Member of professional orthopedic associations

Dr. Azboy specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty with active roles in leading orthopedic societies and ongoing PhD research in clinical anatomy.

• Board member of the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association
• Member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and European Hip Society
• Completed residency at Teaching and Research Hospital of the Ministry of Health
• Over 15 years of orthopedic and traumatology experience

Dr. Szigeti, president of the Hungarian Arthroscopy Society, performs advanced arthroscopic procedures at Liv Duna Medical Center with 35+ years of experience.

• Specializes in minimally invasive joint and sports surgery
• Trained surgeons internationally at top European institutions
• Published 16 research articles and gave 65 presentations
• Board-certified in both orthopedics and traumatology

Education and Expertise

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Taksim Training and Research Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology (Specialization)

Professional Memberships

Turkish Medical Association

Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Training Council (TOTEK) Membership

Totbid Orthopedic Trauma Branch

Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association


A. Articles Published in International Refereed Journals

1. Gül M, Çetinkaya E, Aykut ÜS, Özkul B, Saygılı MS, Akman YE, Kabukcuoglu YS. Effect of the Presence of Subchondral Cysts on Treatment Results of Autologous Osteochondral Graft Transfer in Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2016 Sep-Oct;55(5):1003-6. doi: 10.1053/j.jfas.2016.05.012.

2. Çetinkaya E, Kuyucu E, Gül M, Lapçin O, Albayrak K, Gürsu S. A suture technique for easier reduction and repair of bucket-handle meniscal tears while using the all-inside devices. SICOT J. 2016;2:42.

3. Gül M, Yavuz U, Çetinkaya E, Aykut ÜS, Özkul B, Kabukçuoğlu YS. Chevron osteotomy in patients with scheduled osteotomy of the medial malleolus. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2015;49(4):399-404. doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2015.14.0186.

4. Cetinkaya E, Aydin CG, Akman YE, Gul M, Arikan Y, Aycan OE, Kabukcuoglu YS. A rare knee extensor mechanism injury: Vastus intermedius tendon rupture. Int J Surg Case Rep. 2015;14:186-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2015.07.035.

5. Gül M, Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Cetinkaya E, Arikan Y, Kabukçuoğlu YS. Flexion-adduction-external rotation method for shoulder dislocations. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014;48(2):164-8. doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2014.13.0028.

6. Kiliç A, Sökücü S, Parmaksızoğlu AS, Gül M, Kabukçuoğlu YS. Comparative evaluation of radiographic and functional outcomes in the surgical treatment of scaphoid non-unions. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2011;45(6):399-405. doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2011.2437.

7. Kiliç A, Kabukçuoğlu YS, Gül M, Sökücü S, Ozdoğan U. Fixed-angle volar plates in corrective osteotomies of malunions of dorsally angulated distal radius fractures. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2011;45(5):297-303. doi:10.3944/AOTT.2011.2384.

8. Parmaksizoğlu AS, Sökücü S, Ozkaya U, Kabukçuoğlu Y, Gül M. Locking plate fixation of three- and four-part proximal humeral fractures. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2010;44(2):97-104. doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2010.2275.

1. Kiliç A, Kabukçuoğlu Y, Gül M, Ozkaya U, Sökücü S. [Early results of open mosaicplasty in osteochondral lesions of the talus]. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2009 May-Jul;43(3):235-42. doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2009.235.

2. Kiliç A, Kabukçuoğlu Y, Ozkaya U, Gül M, Sökücü S, Ozdoğan U. [Volar locking plate fixation of unstable distal radius fractures]. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2009 Aug-Oct;43(4):303-8. doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2009.303.

3. Ozkaya U, Parmaksizoglu AS, Gul M, Sokucu S, Kabukcuoglu Y. Minimally invasive treatment of distal tibial fractures with locking and non-locking plates. Foot Ankle Int. 2009 Dec;30(12):1161-7. doi: 10.3113/FAI.2009.1161.

4. Ozkaya U, Parmaksizoğlu AS, Gül M, Kabukçuoğlu Y, Ozkazanli G, Basilgan S. [Management of osteoporotic pertrochanteric fractures with external fixation in elderly patients]. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2008 Aug-Oct;42(4):246-51.

B. Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings and Published in Proceedings:

1. Özgür Karakoyun, Metin Küçükkaya, Sami Sökücü, Murat Gül. Treating deformities of knee region using external fixator for tibia and plate fixation for femur 7th ASAMİ International Meeting, 2012

2. Özgür Karakoyun, Metin Küçükkaya, Sami Sökücü, Murat Gül. Replacement of unilateral external fixator with Taylor Spatial Fixator in outpatient clinic 7th ASAMİ International Meeting, 2012

Dr. Serdar Karaman specializes in arthroscopic surgeries and joint preservation – key areas for effective orthopedic treatments at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Expert in hand surgery, sports injuries, and cartilage repair
• Published multiple studies on knee joint cartilage damage treatments
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology associations
• Experienced in both pediatric and adult orthopedic cases