Best Posterior Ankle Impingement doctors: TOP 21 doctors

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz
Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgeon | Istanbul, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Halil Can Gemalmaz is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology with extensive experience in joint replacement, sports injuries, and advanced reconstructive surgery. He treats both local and international patients in his private clinic in Istanbul and performs surgeries in leading private hospitals.

He specializes in knee, hip, and shoulder conditions, including robotic-assisted joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and complex trauma care. His practice combines modern surgical techniques with individualized treatment planning to achieve reliable functional outcomes and faster recovery.

In selected cases, Prof. Gemalmaz utilizes advanced 3D planning and patient-specific surgical guides to improve surgical precision, particularly in complex deformities and revision procedures.

He is currently a faculty member at Atlas University Faculty of Medicine and previously worked at Acıbadem Health Group and Acıbadem University.

Key strengths:
Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment
Modern surgical techniques and robotic-assisted procedures
Strong experience in joint replacement and sports injuries
Clear communication with international patients
Balanced approach between surgical and non-surgical care

Dr. Thongrong integrates advanced robotics and non-invasive technologies to enhance rehabilitation outcomes at PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Board-certified physiatrist with expertise in neurorehabilitation and chronic pain management
• Head of Rehabilitation Department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Specializes in ultrasound-guided interventions and robotic gait training
• Founder of PYONG Rehabilitation Group, focusing on patient-centric care

Dr. Ahn Tae Hoon is a cardiology specialist with extensive training in cardiovascular interventional procedures.

• PhD in Medicine from Korea University College of Medicine
• Fellowship in Cardiology at Korea University Hyehwa Hospital
• Clinical training at Montreal Heart Institute, Canada
• Former Professor of Cardiology at Gachon University Gil Medical Center
• Current Director of Cardiovascular Center at Naeun Hospital

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Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a specialist in Orthopedics, Traumatology, and Spine Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He worked in Spine Surgery there in 2024–2025 and has been in Orthopedics since 2026. He previously led the Orthopedic Surgery, Traumatology & Advanced Spine Surgery Center at Emsey Hospital (2018–2022). His experience includes the EURO SPINE Surgical Spine Center of Excellence in Switzerland (2022–2024) and a research fellowship at the UCLA Comprehensive Spine Center (2009–2011). He also held posts at Boğaziçi Spine Center, Medical Park Göztepe, and Florence Nightingale.

Education: MD, Ege University (1990–1996). Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal TRH (2000–2004). Publications: 50 journal articles and 37 presentations.

Memberships: TTB, TOTBİD, Turkish Spine Society, MINOD, NASS, SRS, European Spine Society, and APSS.

Dr. Semih Ak specializes in Posterior Ankle Impingement at Turan Turan Health Group, combining extensive training with hands-on experience in orthopedics.

• Completed residency at Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• Current Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Turan&Turan Musculoskeletal Health Center
• Trained at Yeditepe University, one of Turkey's leading medical schools

Dr. Pradab Pradasuk is an orthopedic surgeon with 24 years of experience at Navamin9 Hospital in Bangkok. He consults in English and Thai.

His practice focuses on arthroscopy and knee reconstruction. This includes ACL surgery, meniscectomy, arthroplasty, and joint replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, including rotator cuff tears. He manages ankle and foot conditions, including arthrodesis, joint replacement, Achilles tendon repair, and toe or foot reconstruction. He performs fracture surgery of the forearm, pelvis, and spine. Spine procedures include endoscopic discectomy, decompression, fusion with instrumentation, and spinal cord stimulation (SCS). He provides limb prosthetics and orthotics. He provides orthopedic rehabilitation, including Re-Step. Diagnostic support includes MRI, CT, and chest X-ray.

Dr. Yang Young Joon specializes in foot and ankle conditions, including Posterior Ankle Impingement, as Director of the Orthopedic Center at Naeun Hospital.

• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a focus on sports injuries and joint disorders
• Fellowship-trained at St. Paul's Hospital, Catholic Central Medical Center
• Regular member of Korean Knee Society and Korean Shoulder Society
• Expertise in arthroscopic surgery for minimally invasive treatments

Prof. Kesmezacar brings international fellowship training from Cornell University's Hospital for Special Surgery and University of Western Ontario to Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery with 26 years of experience of orthopedic experience
• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on orthopedic trauma and joint surgeries
• Professor at Bilim University Medical Faculty
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Dr. Pablo de la Cuadra (Pablo Cuadra de la Virgili) is an orthopedic surgeon and traumatologist in Madrid. He specializes in sports injuries and shoulder surgery at Hospital Ruber Internacional, where he has worked since 1999. He has over 25 years of experience. He leads a multidisciplinary unit and heads a specialized traumatology team. He is a recognized expert in complex shoulder disorders. He uses advanced arthroscopic and reconstructive techniques for instability and rotator cuff injuries.

Accreditations: MD (1993) and PhD in Medicine (2001), Autonomous University of Madrid. Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology after residency at Hospital Puerta de Hierro (1995–1999). Current roles: Orthopedic Specialist at Centro Médico Habana (1999–present) and Specialist Physician at Hospital Puerta de Hierro (2000–present). He is also an Associate Professor of Health Sciences at the Autonomous University of Madrid.

• AREAS OF INTEREST
• Spine surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Childhood spinal diseases
• Degenerative spine diseases
• Lumbar cervical disc herniation
• Knee hip joint disorders
• Orthopedic trauma surgery

• Education and Specialization
• 2010 - Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
• 2016 - Medeniyet University Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Specialization

• Experience
• 2016 - 2022 - Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• 2015 -2016 - Chicago Loyola University, Illinois, USA

• Courses and Certificates
• 13.12.2019-14.12.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 08.11.2019-10.11.2019 Turkish Spine Society Eurospine Accredited Education Modules
• 31.08.2015-04.09.2015 Basic Microsurgery Course, MICROSURGERY EDUCATION-RESEARCH LABORATORY
• AO Trauma Course-Basic Principles of Fracture Management
• 07.06.2014-10.06.2014 Fracture Management, Kodi Kojima Chairperson AOTrauma Education Commission
• 01.03.2013-02.03.2013 Instrumentation in Arthroscopic Surgery

• Professional Memberships
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
• Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Medical Chamber

Dr. Firat Oruc specializes in orthopedic surgeries, including complex cases at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained at Akdeniz University, a leading medical institution
• Expertise in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgeries
• Special focus on pediatric orthopedic and hand surgeries

Dr. Radu Ciuvica specializes in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery – a technique that ensures faster recovery and reduced postoperative discomfort.

• PhD in Medical Sciences with research on locomotor system pathology
• Expert in treating musculoskeletal disorders, including joint injuries
• Focuses on knee and shoulder surgery, including ligament ruptures
• Emphasizes clear communication and patient involvement in treatment

Dr. Filibeli specializes in orthopedics and traumatology, with extensive training and experience in complex cases at leading hospitals.

• Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital
• Surgeon at Medicalpark Hospital, İzmir University of Economics
• Member of The Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Fluent in English and German, facilitating international patient care

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He specializes in arthroscopy of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and wrist. He performs joint replacement of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and hip. His spine work includes cervical and lumbar instrumentation and fusion. He also performs discectomy, laminectomy, neuroplasty, and vertebroplasty. His practice includes fracture care and muscle and ligament repair.

He is an Adjunct Professor at Kyung Hee University. He serves as Director of the Joint Center at Very Good Hospital. He previously served as chief or director at Yeonggwang General, Songjeong Sarang, Sewoori–Daejeon, Seoul Welfare, and The Barun hospitals. He was an advisory member of the Gwangju–Jeonnam Workers’ Compensation Board. He is a full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association (KOA) and the Korean Societies of Arthroscopy, Knee, Sports Medicine, Hip, Pain, and Obesity. He holds TPI therapy certification. He completed an Ilizarov fellowship in Kurgan, Russia. He also completed training in shoulder arthroscopy.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak Günaydın is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He sees patients at the Optimed International Çorlu Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Outpatient Clinic. Clinic hours: 09:00–18:00. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2004. He completed his specialization at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal in 2010.

Clinical focus: prosthetic surgery, meniscus surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, fracture surgery, orthopedic oncology, pediatric orthopedics, and anterior cruciate ligament surgery.

Awards include the XIX. Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award in Clinical Research (TOTDER, 2015) and a certificate of appreciation (2019). Accreditations and certificates include EFORT (2010, 2017, 2021) and AO Trauma courses (2012, 2013). He has been a TUSYAD member since 2011. He has publications in the Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics, and the International Journal of Surgery.

Dr. Iulian Gherman specializes in minimally invasive orthopedic techniques at Ponderas Academic Hospital, part of the Regina Maria network in Bucharest.

• Expert in total joint replacements and ligament reconstructions
• Advocates for patient-centered approaches in complex orthopedic cases
• Experienced in arthroscopies for meniscus tears and ligament injuries
• Handles traumatic injuries and oncological orthopedic procedures

Specializes in orthopedic surgery with over 27 years of experience of experience, focusing on ankle procedures including Posterior Ankle Impingement at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Completed specialized training in knee, hip, and sports injuries in France
• Board member of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch (TOTBID)
• Member of International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS) and European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society (EMSOS)
• Expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery (MICA for hallux valgus). He also treats sports injuries and performs total knee arthroplasty, as well as advanced shoulder and knee arthroscopy.

He earned his MD and MS at Chonnam National University. He completed a fellowship at Chonnam National University Hospital. He served as Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at the Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital. He was a senior committee member of the Medical Investigation Committee at the Ministry of National Defense.

He is a full member of the Korean Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy, Knee, Foot and Ankle, Sports Medicine, and Fracture societies. He is a lifetime member of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society. He reviews for Springer Nature journals. He completed Arthrex advanced training, the AO Trauma course, TPI therapy certification, and the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine.