Osteoarthritis Doctors Worldwide

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

• Over 38 years 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

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. Ruhat Tanli is an orthopedics and traumatology specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He treats bone and joint conditions with a focus on arthroscopy and spinal surgery. He previously served as an orthopedist at Istanbul Beylikduzu State Hospital. Dr. Tanli holds a degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specializes in hand surgery, trauma surgery, and arthroplasty.
• Member of the Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 10,000+ patients annually.
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty, with 20 years 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

The doctor is a highly experienced Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist with a career spanning over 15 years in clinical practice. Since 2009, the doctor has been providing specialized orthopedic care at Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has held key positions at several prominent medical institutions, including Medicana International Istanbul Hospital, Esenler Life Hospital, and Van State Hospital. The doctor possesses extensive expertise in the diagnosis and surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions, consistently delivering high-quality patient care across diverse clinical settings.

Dr. Juan Bustamante is an orthopedic surgeon at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali. He specializes in traumatology, sports medicine, and spinal surgery. He completed a specialized fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopy in the USA. Dr. Bustamante treats international patients near the US-Mexico border at a CSG-accredited facility.

• Completed a fellowship at Hughston Sport Medicine Hospital in Georgia, USA.
• Held a scholarship from the Mexican Society of Orthopedic Investigation.
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
• Maintains membership in the Latin American Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology.

Dr. Bestami Yalvac is an Assistant Professor at Galata University in Istanbul. He treats patients at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Dr. Yalvac specializes in ozone therapy for fibromyalgia and sports injuries. He completed his residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.

• Treats chronic conditions like osteoporosis, rheumatic pain, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Provides rehabilitation for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and nerve compression.
• Uses techniques such as dry needling, kinesiotaping, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Practices at a hospital serving over 500,000 patients every year.

Dr. Jaroslaw Maczynski is an orthopedic surgeon at KCM Clinic in Poland. He has performed over 1,500 hip and knee prosthetic procedures. These include both primary surgeries and complex revisions. Dr. Maczynski previously served as head of orthopedics at Jelenia Góra Regional Hospital.

• Specializes in hip capoplasty and joint reconstruction.
• Treats peri-prosthetic fractures and shoulder dislocations.
• Performs arthroscopic knee surgery and ACL reconstruction.
• Works at ISO-certified KCM Clinic, which treats 700+ international patients annually.

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.

Dr. Semih Ak is an orthopedic surgeon at Turan Turan Health Group in Bursa. He focuses on sports medicine, joint disorders, and trauma reconstruction. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Yeditepe University. Dr. Ak completed specialized residency training at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training Hospital.

• Performs ligament reconstructions, including ACL and rotator cuff repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and Achilles tendon injuries.
• Manages ankle osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases.
• Works at a center using robotic systems for knee and spine surgery.

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.

Dr. Mehmet Ali Taskaynatan is a specialist in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and algology. He treats patients at Memorial Atasehir Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Taskaynatan previously served as a faculty member at the GATA Faculty of Medicine. He focuses on pain management and physical recovery. This hospital holds JCI accreditation for meeting international safety standards.

• Specializes in recreation therapy and physical rehabilitation.
• Expertise in algology for treating chronic pain conditions.
• Served as a specialist at the Marshal Cakmak Military Hospital.
• Works at a clinic with a 99% success rate for kidney transplants.

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

• Over 43 years 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

Specializing in knee and hip arthroscopy for osteoarthritis – Dr. Bakmaz brings 36 years 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

Dr. Ron Arbel is a pioneer in cartilage treatment and regeneration, using innovative methods like stem cell therapy and PRP for joint repair.

• Head of Orthopedics at Ichilov Medical Center
• Treating physician for Israel's national volleyball team
• Trained in arthroscopic techniques at top US institutions
• Published 40+ studies on osteoarthritis therapies
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Aaron Menahem is a leading Israeli expert in hip and knee replacements with a worldwide reputation. He practices at the Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Specializes exclusively in prosthetic hip and knee joint surgery
• Treats conditions including severe arthrosis and osteomyelitis
• Actively engaged in orthopedics research to advance his field
• Performs complex total joint replacement procedures