Osteoarthritis Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Thanakrit Mongklapaiboon is a body interventional radiologist. He earned his M.D. with First Class Honors from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University in 2014. He completed a Diagnostic Radiology residency at Siriraj in 2020. He then finished a fellowship in Body Interventional Radiology.

His practice focuses on image-guided, minimally invasive therapies. These include interventional oncology and targeted tumor treatments. He also performs musculoskeletal procedures, such as Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) and nerve block or ablation. His work covers pulmonary and other thoracic procedures, and embolotherapy. Many procedures use micro-access pinhole techniques. These allow same-day recovery with minimal downtime.

The doctor is a highly qualified orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee and hip replacement surgery. With a strong academic foundation, the doctor earned a Doctor of Medicine with First Class Honors from Mahidol University in 2010.

The doctor holds a Diploma from the Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery, completed at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. Furthermore, the doctor has advanced clinical training through a fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery, focusing specifically on complex knee and hip procedures. This extensive training underscores a commitment to excellence in reconstructive orthopedic care.

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

• 18 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Expert in trauma, sports injuries, and spine procedures
• Associate Professor with research in fracture healing
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to speed recovery

Dr. Mario Bertoli has completed more than 2,300 successful surgeries, including 1,500 endoprostheses of large joints.

• 20 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Heads the Orthopedics Department at St. Zdislava Hospital
• Performs joint arthroscopic surgeries of different complexity
• Completed advanced courses in endoprosthetics
• Trained at Masaryk University and Na Bulovce Hospital

Dr. Francisco Rodriguez Argaiz leads the knee surgery division at Quironsalud Marbella, specializing in complex knee procedures.

• Over 38 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery and traumatology
• Director of orthopedic surgery at Quironsalud Marbella since 2019
• Published 22 scientific papers on orthopedic techniques
• Trained in arthroplasty and arthroscopic surgery at top hospitals
• Member of multiple prestigious orthopedic associations in Spain

Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with over 41 years of experience of experience.

• Specializes in knee and hip arthroscopy
• Expertise in sports injuries and orthopedic trauma
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Pongsathron Liengwattanakul is an orthopedic specialist at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He focuses on restoring mobility through both surgical and regenerative treatments. Dr. Liengwattanakul treats complex conditions including scoliosis, degenerative spine disease, and joint osteoarthritis. He works within a facility holding AACI and GHA international medical accreditations.

• Performs knee and hip replacements and therapeutic arthroscopy.
• Uses PRP and stem cell therapy for joint and spine repair.
• Treats various sports injuries, meniscus tears, and bone fractures.
• Offers total knee replacement using the OMNI robotic system.

Dr. Janusz Kurek is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy, trauma surgery, and sports injuries. He graduated from the Military Medical Academy in Warsaw in 1986. He gained experience at Bielański Hospital, Czerniakowski Hospital, and the American Medical Centre. He operated for many years at the ATTIS Medical Center. He is also associated with Medicover and Luxmed.

He has broad experience in arthroscopy and PRP therapies. He treats knee, ankle, and shoulder injuries and disorders, including overuse, degenerative, and post‑traumatic conditions. He also treats hallux valgus (bunions) and carpal tunnel syndrome.

He performs knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction. He also performs ankle and shoulder arthroscopy, hallux valgus surgery, carpal tunnel release, and PRP treatments.

Dr. Pongsathron Liengwattanakol, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Mali Interdisciplinary Hospital in Bangkok. He earned his M.D. from Thammasat University (2007–2013). He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Thammasat University (2016–2021). He previously served as a general practitioner and orthopedic officer at Buddhasothorn Hospital. He also worked as an orthopedic surgeon at Asia International Hospital.

Accreditations include board certification in Longevity and Quality of Life Medicine and in Nutritional Wellness. He holds diplomas in Clinical Sexology and Sexual Medicine. He also holds a Sex Therapy certificate. He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Advanced training includes Recent Advances in Regenerative Medicine (2025). He trained in advanced hyaluronic acid injection. He has experience with mesotherapy, vitamin therapy, and PRP. He completed courses in multidisciplinary botulinum toxin use and regenerative cosmetic dermatology. He trained in FUE hair transplant and non‑invasive intimacy fillers (2024). He also studied pain and insomnia management.

Dr. Akif Albayrak leads clinical and surgical spine services at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He is a professor specializing in complex spinal disorders for adults and children. Dr. Albayrak completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.

• Performs minimally invasive surgery, spine reconstruction, and trauma care.
• Treats patients at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT systems.
• Contributes regularly to international orthopedic literature and academic research.
• Expert in limb lengthening, joint replacements, and therapeutic knee arthroscopy.

Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty, with 20 years of experience of experience and over 900 procedures performed.

• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Expert in sports traumatology, including ACL and meniscus repairs
• Completed residency at Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

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

• Expert in arthroplasty and joint replacement surgeries
• Finalist for Tubitak XI. Technology Awards in 2014
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University
• Performs advanced procedures for osteoarthritis patients

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is an orthopedic and spine surgeon at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in scoliosis treatment, degenerative spine disease, and complex joint reconstruction. Dr. Aydogan completed a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center. He previously served as the head of a spine surgery center in Istanbul.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society.
• Maintains a portfolio of 50 journal articles and 37 scientific presentations.
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for hip and knee replacements.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli, the first Turkish hospital to earn this status.

Founded Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with innovative techniques.

• Over 43 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and spine surgery
• Trained at Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in complex spinal conditions including scoliosis

Dr. Kenan Keklikci is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, joint prosthesis, and sports injuries. Dr. Keklikci completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He treats complex conditions like scoliosis and severe osteoarthritis of the hip and knee.

• Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy.
• Performs robotic knee replacement and total hip replacement surgery.
• Expert in arthroscopic procedures for the ankle, hip, and knee.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Specializing in knee and hip arthroscopy for osteoarthritis – Dr. Bakmaz brings 36 years of experience of orthopedic expertise at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Focused on sports injuries and joint preservation
• Former Chief Assistant at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures

Prof. Eren specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital, with a focus on innovative techniques for joint conditions.

• Over 48 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Developed a modified Salter osteotomy technique for hip dysplasia
• Multiple award-winning research on chondroprotective treatments
• Founding member of Turkish ASAMI for Ilizarov applications
• Active member of EPOS and AAOS

Associate Professor Adil Turan specializes in orthopedic trauma and sports injuries, with training in Denver and extensive experience in Turkey's top hospitals.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology with 17 years of experience of practice
• Fellowship-trained at Denver Health Hospital for trauma research
• Member of Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Former Chief Assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital