Meniscus Tear Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Kantaphong Thongrong is a board-certified physiatrist specializing in advanced rehabilitation techniques for musculoskeletal injuries at PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Expert in ultrasound-guided interventions for precise treatment
• Founder of a premium rehabilitation center in Bangkok
• Pioneers in integrating robotics and non-invasive technologies
• Instructor at King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang

Dr. Sami Sokucu brings over 23 years of specialized orthopedic experience, focusing on knee and meniscus treatments at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Board-certified in Orthopaedics and Traumatology with European Board (EBOT) accreditation
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for meniscus repair
• Trained at Istanbul University and Taksim Education and Research Hospital
• Published numerous research papers on knee and trauma surgeries

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.

Specializes in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery for meniscus tears – ensuring reduced scarring and quicker recovery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in sports injuries, including ligament and cartilage damage
• Uses advanced surgical techniques to restore joint function
• Associate Professor contributing to orthopedic research and innovation

Founder of SOMATODYNAMICS – a groundbreaking approach to joint and ligament rehabilitation, including meniscus tears. Dr. Blum combines scientific research with clinical practice.

• Honored inventor of Russia with 62 international patents in treatment technologies
• Trained over 5,800 medical specialists at Peoples' Friendship University of Russia
• Head of Clinical Rehabilitation Department at a leading Russian medical university
• Founded the Research Institute of Clinical Rehabilitation in 1990

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.

Pioneered the first meniscus transplant in Italy – Dr. Danchise specializes in knee surgeries at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio.

• Specialized in orthopedics and traumatology at the University of Milan
• Advanced training in knee replacement and ligament surgery internationally
• Chair of the Italian Society for Knee Surgery
• Member of ESSKA and ISAKOS, leading sports medicine societies

Specializing in knee arthroscopy and sports injuries, Dr. Eyup Bakmaz brings decades of orthopedic expertise to Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 41 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Special focus on sports injuries and knee arthroscopy
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

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.

1,100+ knee surgeries performed – Dr. Argaiz leads the Orthopedic Surgery Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• 38 years specializing in knee and lower limb surgeries
• Director of knee surgery division since 2008
• Published 22 research papers in orthopedic journals
• Trained in arthroscopy at Oxford Hospital
• Member of Spanish Arthroscopic Surgery Association

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. 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. Wan Daqian, MD, PhD, is Associate Chief Physician and Master’s Supervisor in Orthopedics (Joint Surgery) at Shanghai Tongji Hospital. He focuses on joint surgery and sports medicine. He performs shoulder and knee arthroscopy and total hip and knee arthroplasty. He was among the first to use stem-cell therapy for osteoarticular bone-defect disease. His surgical volume ranks among the highest in the region.

He has led 7 grants, including one NSFC General Project. He has published over 20 SCI papers. Some sources report over 30 SCI papers among more than 40 articles, with 8 in Q1 journals, a cumulative impact factor over 100, and a maximum impact factor of 12.153. He has served as a guest editor for multiple journals. He co-authored one monograph.

Credentials and awards: He was mentored by Academician Dai Kerong. He was a visiting scholar in biomedical engineering at UC Berkeley. He received the Shanghai “Super Postdoctoral” award. He is a researcher with the Key Lab of Spine & Spinal Cord Injury (MOE). His honors include the Heilongjiang Medical & Health New Technology Award (Third Prize) and the Harbin Medical & Health New Technology Application Award (First Prize).

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 sports traumatology and knee surgeries, with 20 years of experience and 1,100+ treatments performed.

• Specializes in ligament and tendon injuries, including ACL and meniscus repairs
• Trained in orthopedic oncology at Goztepe Teaching and Research Hospital
• Completed residency at Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Performs 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. Dawiskiba has performed 1,100+ orthopedic procedures, specializing in knee and shoulder arthroscopy at KCM Clinic.

• 30 years of orthopedic surgery experience
• Expert in meniscus repairs using titanium and bio-absorbable implants
• Leads the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department
• Personally assesses each case for tailored treatment plans