Page 2 - Best Ankylosing spondylitis doctors: TOP 71 doctors

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in spine surgery and arthroplasty, with a focus on complex orthopedic cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in spine surgery and trauma procedures
• Specializes in arthroplasty and pelvis-acetabulum surgery
• Finalist for Tubitak XI. Technology Awards
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University

Specializes in joint treatments using stem cells – Dr. Komor brings innovative approaches to ankylosing spondylitis care at Carolina Hospital.

• Practicing orthopedic surgeon since 1993
• EFORT Traveling Fellowship award recipient
• Trained internationally in Israel, USA, Spain, and Austria
• Focuses on ankles, feet, knees, and shoulders

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu brings decades of specialized expertise in complex spinal conditions.

• Over 43 years of experience performing advanced spine surgeries
• Established Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center
• Completed specialized training at Minnesota Spine Center and Hokkaido University
• Professor at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine
• Pioneered innovative surgical techniques for spinal disorders

Dr. Aaron Menahem is a leading Israeli expert in orthopedics and surgery, specializing in joint replacements at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specializes in treating arthrosis, osteomyelitis, and joint diseases
• Performs total joint, knee, and hip replacements
• Engaged in research to advance orthopedic treatments

Univ. Prof. Dr. Peter Bock is a leading Austrian trauma and orthopedic surgeon, specializing in reconstructive joint surgery at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Decades of experience in trauma surgery and orthopedics
• Specialized in joint reconstruction and arthroscopic surgery
• Associate Professor of Trauma Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna
• Focuses on shoulder stabilization and complex fracture management
• Active member of international trauma and orthopedic societies

33 years of experience specializing in musculoskeletal conditions – Dr. Gold brings deep expertise to complex joint and spine cases at Sourasky Medical Center.

• MD from The Hebrew University Jerusalem, Hadassah Medical School
• Specializes in hip and knee replacements – key areas for mobility in ankylosing spondylitis
• Certified by the Israeli Orthopedic and general surgery board
• Trained in advanced trauma life support and fracture treatment

Prof. Dr. Ahmad Dogan specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on pediatric orthopaedics and deformity correction at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Chief in Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
• Fellowship-trained at Orthopadisches Spital Speising in Vienna
• Member of European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society
• Expert in Ilizarov Surgery and limb lengthening

Associate professor specializing in orthopedic surgery with a focus on knee and ankle procedures – Dr. Cabuk combines academic rigor with international training.

• 25 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Clinical fellowship in knee surgery with Prof. Dr. Philip Lobenhoffer in Germany
• Awarded multiple times for research in orthopedics and sports injuries
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Specializes in arthroplasty and sports-related injuries

Head of rheumatology at Sourasky Medical Center – Dr. Kaspy is one of the founders of rheumatology specialization programs in Israel.

• Completed internship at Hammersmith Hospital in London
• Former Head of the day hospital in rheumatology at Sourasky
• Member of Israeli and American Associations of Rheumatology
• Published 140+ scientific papers on rheumatology

As Deputy Director for Teaching and Research in Orthopedics, Dr. Chechik shapes the future of medical education and patient care at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Holds a senior leadership role in a top-tier Israeli medical center
• Dedicated to advancing orthopedic practices and surgical techniques
• Integrates the latest research directly into his patient treatment plans
• Focuses on professional development and training within his specialty

Dr. Kutsi Tuncer specializes in orthopedic conditions like ankylosing spondylitis, with over a decade of focused orthopedics and traumatology experience.

• Residency trained in orthopedics at Atatürk University
• Specialized training in orthopedic oncology at top Turkish hospitals
• Member of multiple orthopedic associations including the Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Works at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital

Director of the Orthopedic Center at Naeun Hospital – specializes in joint disorders and arthroscopic surgery.

• Expert in knee and shoulder joint disorders
• Fellowship-trained in Orthopedic Surgery at St. Paul's Hospital
• Member of Korean Knee and Shoulder Societies
• Handles sports injuries and joint replacement surgeries

Dr. Pradab Pradasuk is an orthopedic surgeon with 24 years of experience at Navamin9 Hospital in Bangkok. He consults in English and Thai.

His practice focuses on arthroscopy and knee reconstruction. This includes ACL surgery, meniscectomy, arthroplasty, and joint replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, including rotator cuff tears. He manages ankle and foot conditions, including arthrodesis, joint replacement, Achilles tendon repair, and toe or foot reconstruction. He performs fracture surgery of the forearm, pelvis, and spine. Spine procedures include endoscopic discectomy, decompression, fusion with instrumentation, and spinal cord stimulation (SCS). He provides limb prosthetics and orthotics. He provides orthopedic rehabilitation, including Re-Step. Diagnostic support includes MRI, CT, and chest X-ray.

Dr. Pirincci specializes in orthopedic surgery with extensive training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in hip and knee prosthesis surgeries
• Published research on acetabular revisions and hip dysplasia
• Expert in sports surgery and meniscus tears
• Experienced in limb lengthening and bone infection treatments

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.

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Specialist in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgeries – Dr. Oruc brings 27 years of experience of orthopedic expertise to Medical Park Antalya.

• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specializes in joint replacements and soft tissue tumor treatments
• Trained at Akdeniz University's prestigious medical program
• Performs both adult and pediatric orthopedic procedures

Dr. Turan brings 17 years of experience of orthopedic expertise, specializing in trauma and sports injuries at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained in orthopedics at İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital
• Advanced trauma research at Denver Health Hospital in the US
• Member of Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Former Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital