Page 2 - Best orthopedists in Turkey: TOP 168 doctors

Prof. Dr. Çağatay Öztürk is a specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology. He qualified as a specialist in 2004. He is Head of the Department at Istinye University. He founded and directs the Liv Spine Center, which is certified as a Center of Excellence by the AOSpine Society. He graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and became a professor in 2017.

He continues clinical and academic work at Liv Hospital Ulus, Liv Hospital Vadi Istanbul, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, and Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku. He also performs surgeries in Iraq, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, North Macedonia, Morocco, Montenegro, Albania, and Mongolia.

Specializes in robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements – trained in Luxembourg's advanced program and practices at Turan Turan Health Group.

• Completed advanced arthroplasty training with Turkish Society of Orthopaedics
• Expert in developmental hip dysplasia treatments
• Member of International Congress for Joint Reconstruction
• Over 13 years of experience of orthopedic surgery experience

Dr. Nurullah Ermiş has published from 2010 to 2024 on orthopaedic trauma, spine surgery, hip arthroplasty, and regional anesthesia. His work is indexed in PubMed and Scopus.

Highlights include an irreducible ankle fracture‑dislocation caused by tibialis posterior tendon interposition (J Foot Ankle Surg., 2010; PubMed). Another report covers an irreducible posterolateral knee dislocation due to medial meniscus interposition (Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc., 2011; PubMed). He examined scoliosis and kyphosis after sternotomy or thoracotomy (J Turk Spinal Surg., 23(2):83‑90, 2012). Additional JTSS papers appeared in 2012 and in 2017 (28(4):283‑288). He reported on ESPB and QLB in hip surgery (Indian J Anaesth., 62(10):802, 2018; Anesth Essays Res., 12(4):825‑831, 2018; ESRA 2018). He studied outcomes of hip prosthesis for Crowe IV dysplastic coxarthrosis (Medicine Science, 13(4):873‑878, 2024). He also described medial superior cluneal nerve entrapment (SAGE Journals).

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozdemir combines 33 years of experience of radiology expertise with specialized training in diagnostic imaging for orthopedic conditions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced imaging techniques for joint and bone disorders
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Holds a doctorate in medicine with a specialization in radiology
• Works closely with orthopedic surgeons for precise treatment planning

Over 41 years of experience specializing in knee and hip arthroscopy – Dr. Bakmaz focuses on minimally invasive procedures at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in sports injuries and orthopedic trauma
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Former Chief Assistant Specialist at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in ACL reconstruction and joint preservation techniques

Prof. Ahmet Ekin specializes in arthroscopic and prosthetic joint surgeries with over 43 years of experience of orthopedic expertise.

• Trained in hand and wrist microsurgery at Columbia University
• Pioneered the Hand Surgery Department at Dokuz Eylül University
• Expert in minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques for joints
• Performs advanced shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, and knee procedures

Specializing in pediatric orthopedics and trauma – Dr. Yahsi combines expertise in arthroplasty and hand surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Lead orthopedic surgeon with hands-on experience in complex pediatric cases
• Trained at Istanbul Şişli Etfal – a top Turkish orthopedic center
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Skilled in multidisciplinary treatment planning for diverse orthopedic conditions

Prof. Dr. Akif Albayrak is an orthopedic and spine surgeon in Istanbul. He practices at Central Hospital and leads the clinical and surgical spine services.

He focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex spinal disorders. His expertise includes scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma and reconstruction, and minimally invasive surgery. He treats both adults and children.

His training includes advanced clinical work in Turkey and abroad. He completed an observer fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He progressed from Associate Professor to Professor and publishes regularly in international orthopedic journals.

Assoc. Prof. Ozdogan trained under Prof. Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil – a pioneer in neurosurgery – specializing in complex spine procedures at Estexper Clinic.

• Holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine from Yeditepe University
• Board-certified neurosurgeon with fellowship training in complex spine cases
• Member of Turkish Spine Association and European neurosurgical societies
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for cervical spine disorders

Dr. Erdinc Genc trained at prestigious centers like UPENN Sports Medicine Center and American Hip Institute Chicago – specializing in sports-related orthopedic conditions.

• Fellowship-trained in football medicine at Istanbul University
• Specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee procedures
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital with advanced facilities
• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology

Dr. Selman Dogan has performed 1,100+ orthopedic procedures, specializing in sports traumatology and joint replacements at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in hip and knee arthroplasty with advanced training in orthopedic oncology
• Specializes in ligament and tendon injuries, including ACL and meniscus repairs
• Performs PRP treatments for enhanced recovery in sports injuries
• Trained at top Turkish institutions including Cerrahpasa and Medeniyet University

Prof. Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in complex spine and joint surgeries, with recognition as a Tubitak XI. Technology Awards finalist for orthopedic innovations.

• Expert in spine, trauma, and arthroplasty surgeries
• Specializes in pelvis-acetabulum surgery – a rare focus
• Associate Professor at Health Sciences University
• Performs advanced procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Dr. Yalin Dirik has been a dedicated Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital since 2009, focusing on comprehensive orthopedic care.

• Over 20 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery
• Specializes in trauma and joint-related conditions
• Worked at multiple leading hospitals in Istanbul
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Dr. Mahir Mahirogullari is a distinguished Orthopedic Surgeon with 31 years of experience of experience, recognized for his expertise in musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.

• Fellowship-trained in Orthopedics at Wake Forest University
• Multiple awards including TOTDER Best Verbal Declaration
• Specializes in both conservative and surgical treatments
• Active member of 7 international orthopedic societies

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.

Specializes in orthopedic surgery with over 25 years of experience of experience. Currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Expertise in trauma cases and joint disorders
• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Focused on patient-specific treatment plans
• Experience working in various reputable hospitals

Dr. Ozan Ali Erdal is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with a focus on pediatric orthopedics. His clinical interests include cerebral palsy and osteogenesis imperfecta. His work includes deformity correction, limb lengthening and height extension, and clubfoot (PEV). He also treats hip dislocation, congenital bone deficiencies including fibular hemimelia, flatfoot and other foot deformities, genu varum, pediatric fractures, and malunions.

Education: Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Medicine (2000–2007). Medical specialization (2008–2013). Experience: Cerrahpaşa Hospital (2008–2013). İnebolu State Hospital (2013–2015). Pediatric Orthopedics Clinic (2015–2025). Lokman Hekim University Istanbul Hospital (2025–present).

Prof. Dr. Kenan Keklikci is a leading orthopedics specialist at Anadolu Medical Center, with extensive academic and clinical experience.

• Completed residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Holds a professorship in Orthopedics, awarded in 2021
• Expert in orthopedic surgeries and treatments
• Academic member at GATA Medical Faculty for over a decade