Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) Doctors Worldwide

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

Prof. H. Mustafa Özdemir is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine. He has more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric spine surgery. His focus includes spinal deformities, degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma, and complex spinal reconstruction.

He completed a spine surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. He also received clinical training at Heidelberg University. He has served as Chief Physician and Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology at major teaching hospitals. He is active in medical education and contributes to orthopedics and spine surgery through his academic and clinical work.

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Beytemür is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has broad experience in orthopedic oncology, joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. He treats bone and soft-tissue tumors, bone metastases, and pediatric bone tumors. He also performs hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgery.

He has served as Professor, Chief Physician, and Medical Director. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care and uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Prof. Dr. Levent Bayam is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He completed advanced training and held clinical roles in the United Kingdom and Canada. His training includes fellowships in hip and knee arthroplasty and postgraduate qualifications in trauma, orthopedics, and sports medicine.

His practice focuses on hip and knee replacement, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, trauma surgery, and the care of hip and foot fractures. His care is evidence-based and shaped by his international training and academic roles.

Prof. Dr. Cem Coşkun Avcı is a professor of orthopedics and traumatology. He has over 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery. He graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his orthopedics and traumatology residency at the same institution.

He has served as a specialist and associate professor at leading healthcare institutions. His expertise includes the diagnosis and surgical treatment of shoulder and elbow disorders and sports-related injuries. He provides evidence-based, patient-centered care. He uses advanced orthopedic surgical techniques.

Dr. Mustafa Akkaya earned his medical degree from Gazi University (2003–2009). He completed his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazit University (2009–2014). He holds a PhD in Musculoskeletal System and Regenerative Medicine from the same university (2016–2020).

In 2022, he received the European Knee Society Knee Arthroplasty Traveling Researcher Fellowship in robotic knee arthroplasty. He worked as a clinical researcher at Helios ENDO‑Klinik Hamburg (2021–2022), focusing on advanced joint surgery and prosthetic infections. He also worked as a clinical researcher at Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna (2014), focusing on arthroscopic joint surgery, meniscus, and cartilage. In 2013, he held the same role at ATOS Clinic Heidelberg.

Clinical interests include joint surgery, knee and hip surgery, prosthetic infections, meniscus and cartilage surgery, and regenerative medicine.

Dr. Ertogrul brings specialized training in shoulder and elbow surgery from Balgrist University and Bezmialem Vakif University to pediatric hip care.

• 15 years in orthopedic surgery with focus on pediatric cases
• Trained at Hospital for Special Surgery in the USA
• Works at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Member of Turkish Orthopedic Association

Dr. Erdinc Genc brings international training from top centers like American Hip Institute Chicago and UPENN Sports Medicine Center.

• Specializes in hip disorders, including Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)
• Completed advanced training in Sports Medicine and Football Medicine
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, a leading healthcare facility
• Educated at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools

The doctor is a highly experienced orthopedic specialist with an extensive clinical background spanning over two decades across multiple international healthcare systems. Having completed medical training at Hacettepe University and Dokuz Eylül University, the doctor has held significant clinical and academic positions, including roles at Al-Azhar University Faculty of Medicine and various state and private hospitals in Gaza and Turkey.

With a strong commitment to professional development, the doctor maintains active memberships with the Egyptian Orthopaedic Association, TOTBİD, and the Turkish Orthopedic Research Council (TOAK). The doctor's career is defined by a dedication to orthopedic research, surgical excellence, and comprehensive patient care within diverse clinical environments.

Dr. Cataltepe brings over 29 years of experience in ENT and related fields, currently practicing at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Specialized in Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at multiple private hospitals including Yenibosna Private Ilke Hospital
• Graduated from İstanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Bulut Okay is an orthopedic surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He specializes in pediatric orthopedics and joint reconstruction. Dr. Okay performs ALMIS, a minimally invasive technique for hip arthroplasty, and uses stem cell therapy for knee conditions. He treats bone deformities and sports injuries.

• Performs MAKOplasty for robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements.
• Treats pediatric conditions such as developmental hip dysplasia and syndactyly.
• Performs revision arthroplasty for failed hip and knee implants.
• Works at Medicana Sivas, a facility treating over 113,700 patients annually.

Dr. Soyarslan specializes in developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) with training at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital and ongoing work at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained in orthopedics with a focus on pediatric conditions
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Completed specialized courses including PEV DDH and Basic Arthroscopy
• Published research on hip rotation center detection in pelvic radiographs

Dr. Baris Gorgun is an orthopedic surgeon at the Ortopediatri Pediatric Orthopedics Academy in Istanbul. He treats musculoskeletal conditions, including pediatric spinal issues and orthopedic tumors. Dr. Gorgun treats developmental dysplasia of the hip and valgus deformities at an academy for pediatric orthopedic care.

• Treats congenital conditions like syndactyly and Klumpke's palsy.
• Manages joint diseases such as osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Performs surgical and conservative treatments for meniscus tears and hip fractures.
• Practices pediatric orthopedic surgery and oncological orthopedics.

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Bulent Bektaser specializes in hip arthroplasty and robotic knee prosthesis surgery at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Over 34 years of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Expert in hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty
• Published numerous scientific articles on orthopedic procedures
• Former chief resident at Ankara Ataturk Training and Research Hospital