Osteoporosis Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Bakmaz brings decades of orthopedic expertise to Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in sports injuries and trauma.

• Over 41 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specializes in knee and hip arthroscopy procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty

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. Lovi holds a European Diploma in Spine Treatment – specializing in degenerative spine pathologies at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi.

• 22 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specialized in spine deformities across all age groups
• Member of Eurospine and Italian Society for Spine Surgery
• Academic background from University of Milan and Milano-Bicocca

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. 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. Selman Dogan specializes in comprehensive orthopedic care, with a strong focus on trauma and joint replacement at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in lower and upper extremity trauma surgery
• Specializes in sports-related injuries, including ligament and tendon repairs
• Completed advanced training in orthopedic oncology
• Skilled in hip and knee arthroplasty procedures

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.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Servet İğrek is an Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist trained at Marmara University. He practices at Diyarbakır Selahaddin Eyyubi State Hospital and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital.

He focuses on sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. He has extensive experience in knee, shoulder, hip and ankle arthroscopy; ligament and meniscus surgery; shoulder instability; cartilage injuries; arthroplasty; and orthopaedic trauma.

He completed a SECEC & ESSKA‑approved Sports Surgery Fellowship Program. He has authored or co‑authored many peer‑reviewed publications, book chapters and congress presentations. He teaches in national and international arthroscopy training programs. He is an active member of the Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association, TUSYAD, the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and SICOT.

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.

Founder of Turkey's first spine surgery center – Dr. Hamzaoglu leads the Istanbul Scoliosis and Spine Center with decades of expertise.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology since 1983
• Professor at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Trained at Minnesota Spine Center and University of Hokkaido
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Specializing in orthopedic trauma and sports injuries, Dr. Bakmaz brings decades of expertise to osteoporosis care at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 36 years in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in knee and hip arthroscopy procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty

Dr. Menahem is a leading expert in orthopedics with an international reputation. He treats patients at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).

• Specializes in treating arthrosis, a major cause of joint pain.
• Expert in total joint replacement for hips and knees.
• Actively involved in orthopedic research to advance treatments.

Assoc. Dr. Sami Sokucu specializes in osteoporosis at Istanbul Aydın University VM Medical Park Hospital, with extensive experience in bone diseases.

• Over 23 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Member of the European Board of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty
• Recognized for commitment by the Provincial Health Directorate

Dr. Adil Turan brings specialized orthopedic expertise to Osteoporosis care, with trauma research experience from Denver Health Hospital.

• Over 17 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specialized in sports injuries and knee surgery
• Associate Professor and Instructor at Health Sciences University
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Dr. Firat Oruc specializes in orthopedics and traumatology with a focus on joint surgeries and bone health at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 27 years of experience in orthopedics
• Expertise in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgeries
• Specialized in pediatric orthopedic surgery
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Ofir Chechik leads teaching and research efforts for the Orthopedics Division at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov). His focus is advancing clinical practices and educating future specialists.

• Serves as Deputy Director for Teaching and Research in Orthopedics
• Contributes to the advancement of orthopedic practices
• Dedicated to patient care and professional development
• Works at a major teaching hospital in Israel

Dr. Arslanohlu specializes in orthopedic diseases with extensive training in bone health at Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Special focus on knee and hip conditions related to bone health
• Experienced in treating complex cases at multiple reputable hospitals
• Skilled in minimally invasive techniques for joint and bone disorders

Dr. Terzi specializes in osteoporosis research, contributing to studies on hyperelastic bone formation.

• Published peer-reviewed research on bone-related studies
• Presented at multiple international medical conferences
• Trained in microsurgery techniques

Dr. Muki Yanev is an Orthopaedic Surgeon at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in orthopaedics and joint replacement.

• Specializes in orthopaedics, sports medicine, and joint replacement
• Practices at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv
• Expert in managing osteoporosis-related conditions

Dr. Gold is an orthopedic surgeon with over 33 years of experience, focusing on conditions like osteoporosis that affect bones and joints.

• Certified by the Israeli Orthopedic and general surgery board
• MD from The Hebrew University's Hadassah Medical School in Jerusalem
• Holds a Master's degree in Health Administration
• Expert in complex joint replacement and fracture treatments
• Practices at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)