Hand Surgery Doctors Worldwide

Op. Dr. Gökhan Güzel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He has more than 10 years of clinical and academic experience. His practice includes robotic knee and hip replacement, revision joint replacement, sports medicine, complex trauma surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, ACL and meniscus repairs, stem cell treatments, and pediatric orthopedics.

He earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine in 2015. He completed specialist training in orthopedics and traumatology at Haseki Training and Research Hospital. He has taught sports surgery and sports medicine at Aksaray University Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on new surgical technologies, deep learning in orthopedic surgery, and complex fracture care.

Professional memberships: TOTBİD and TUSYAD.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and 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.

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Dr. Javier Albiñana specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery with 41 years of experience, focusing on hip dysplasia and bone malformations at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Head of Pediatric Orthopedics at La Paz Hospital for 41 years
• Trained at University of Iowa and Oxford University
• Published research on acetabular dysplasia and Perthes disease
• Associate Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid

Dr. Gherman specializes in minimally invasive hand surgery techniques at Ponderas Academic Hospital, focusing on preserving function and mobility.

• Expert in total joint replacements and ligament reconstructions
• Experienced in complex orthopedic cases and traumatic injuries
• Advocates for patient-centered, modern surgical approaches
• Part of the Regina Maria private healthcare network

Dr. Ionut Serban specializes in arthroscopic surgery and fracture management, offering a blend of surgical and non-surgical techniques at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in complex fractures and open reduction internal fixation (ORIF)
• Uses minimally invasive osteosynthesis techniques for faster recovery
• Focuses on preventing long-term complications through tailored care
• High success rate in musculoskeletal and sports injury treatments

Specializes in hand surgery with extensive training in orthopedic oncology and sports injuries. Dr. Kececi brings a unique blend of expertise to complex hand conditions.

• Trained in France for knee, hip, and sports injuries
• Member of ISOLS and EMSOS for limb salvage and oncology
• Board member of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch
• Practices at Medical Point İzmir Hospital

Prof. Bulent Erol is a leading hand surgery expert with 29 years of specialized experience at Marmara University and VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Holds a PhD in Orthopedics and Traumatology from Marmara University
• Trained at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in orthopedics research
• Member of European Pediatric Orthopaedics Society
• Multiple awards for clinical research in orthopedics

Dr. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Head of Orthopedics at Carolina Medical Center – specializes in complex knee and shoulder procedures, including meniscus transplants and cartilage reconstruction.

• Performs hip arthroscopy – a rare procedure in Poland
• Expert in multi-ligament reconstruction and osteotomies
• Former orthopedic consultant for Legia football club
• Specializes in sports medicine and musculoskeletal injuries

Dr. Kotiuk specializes in hand surgery with over 20 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology, including work at top Ukrainian clinics.

• Senior research specialist at the Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics
• Teaches orthopedics and traumatology at Dragomanov State Pedagogical University
• Worked at 'Dobrobut' Medical Center, a leading private clinic in Ukraine
• Ph.D. in orthopedics and traumatology

Dr. Dudek specializes in hand surgery with a focus on neuropathies like carpal tunnel syndrome. He brings international training and a strong academic background to his practice.

• Senior assistant at Orthopedics and RheumoOrthopedics Clinic since 2015
• Research assistant at Medical Center for Postgraduate Education in Warsaw
• Trained in Finland, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, and Great Britain
• Author of numerous publications on orthopedic procedures