Hip fracture Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Radu Ciuvica specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures, ensuring faster recovery for hip fracture patients at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Holds a PhD in Medical Sciences with research on modern orthopaedic techniques
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery – repairs joints through small incisions
• Manages both acute trauma cases and chronic degenerative conditions
• Active in complex joint disorder management and reconstructive surgery

Specializes in limb lengthening and deformity correction – Dr. Goldman brings world-class expertise from Hadassah Medical Center and Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

• Trained at one of the top orthopedic hospitals in the U.S.
• Expert in the Ilizarov method for complex reconstructions
• Handles both pediatric and adult cases
• Honored for achievements in limb lengthening
• Member of North American limb lengthening society

Specializing in hip joint surgery and prostheses, Dr. Firat Oruc brings extensive orthopedic expertise to Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Specialized in hip joint surgery and prosthesis procedures
• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes both adult and pediatric orthopedic surgery

Professor Kesmezacar brings decades of orthopedic expertise, specializing in hip fractures at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 26 years of experience focused on orthopedic trauma and hip injuries
• Fellowship-trained at Cornell's Hospital for Special Surgery in New York
• Published multiple studies on hip fracture mortality predictors
• Professor at Bilim University Medical Faculty

Dr. Adil Turan brings his trauma expertise from Denver Health Hospital to Antalya, specializing in complex orthopedic cases.

• 17 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Associate professor with a focus on orthopedic education
• Member of Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Trained at renowned İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital

Specializing in orthopedic trauma with 17 years of experience of experience – Dr. Filibeli focuses on hip fractures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Member of The Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Fluent in English and German for international patient care
• Trained at University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital

Dr. Boaz Liberman, MD, is an orthopedic oncologist and sarcoma surgeon for adults and children. He directs the Orthopedic Oncology Unit and serves as Vice Head of Orthopedic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. His focus is limb-sparing cancer surgery with functional reconstruction. He performs complex joint reconstruction, revision arthroplasty, MRgFUS, and reconstruction after bone metastases.

Education and training: MD, Tel Aviv University. Orthopedic surgery residency, Sheba Medical Center. Fellowships in Adult Reconstruction at Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, and in Orthopedic Oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. He is board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and in Orthopedic Oncology Surgery. He is a Clinical Instructor at Tel Aviv University. Memberships include the Israel Medical Association, Israel Orthopedic Association, AATB, and EATB. He also serves on national advisory committees. His research covers bone and soft tissue sarcomas, serum markers, imaging-guided therapies, MRI arthrography, and the biomechanics of bone treated with MRgFUS.

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.

Prof. Dr. Şevki Erdem is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist with expertise in spine surgery, deformity correction, and complex spinal disorders. He earned his medical degree from Atatürk University in Erzurum. He completed specialty training in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Erciyes University. Over several decades in leading Turkish hospitals, he has treated thousands of patients with spinal conditions. He has also trained future spine surgeons. In 2013, the Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year.

He currently practices at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He provides advanced, patient-centered orthopedic care for scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, fractures, tumors, infections, and spinal deformities. He also performs joint replacement.

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. 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.

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.

Associate Professor Savas Comlek specializes in pain management, particularly for hip fractures, at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist with advanced training
• Published research on atypical femoral fractures and pain management
• Expert in ultrasound-guided interventions for lumbosacral pain
• Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice

Dr. Ionut Serban specializes in complex fractures and minimally invasive techniques at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF)
• Focuses on reducing recovery time and preventing complications
• Skilled in both surgical and non-surgical fracture management
• Specializes in post-traumatic deformity correction

Professor Bulent Erol brings 29 years of experience of orthopedic expertise to hip fracture care at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• PhD in Orthopedics and Traumatology from Marmara University
• Trained at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
• Specializes in pediatric orthopedics and orthopedic oncology
• Multiple award-winning researcher in orthopedic studies
• Active member of European Pediatric Orthopaedics Society

Over 27 years of experience of experience in orthopedic surgery – Dr. Burcin Kececi specializes in trauma surgery and hip procedures at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained in France on minimally invasive hip surgical techniques
• Board member of the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors branch
• Expert in orthopedic oncology and complex trauma cases
• Member of the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS)

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

• Expert in total joint replacements and complex orthopedic cases
• Strong advocate for patient-centered, modern surgical approaches
• Experienced in both surgical and non-surgical musculoskeletal treatments
• Skilled in managing traumatic injuries and preserving limb function

Orthopedic specialist Mehmet Soyarslan brings extensive surgical training from Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital to hip fracture care at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specialized in orthopedics with a focus on surgical interventions
• Published research on hip rotation center determination
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Active participant in international orthopedic congresses