Best Frozen Shoulder (Shoulder Stiffness) Frozen Shoulder (Shoulder Stiffness): TOP 26 doctors

Dr. Pongsathorn Sitthisen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery at Menness Wellness Clinic.

• Sub-specialty training in Hand and Microsurgery at Chulalongkorn University
• Expert in treating tendon injuries, fractures, and nerve compression
• Known for surgical precision and patient-centered care

Dr. Thongthaisin specializes in regenerative medicine, bringing innovative approaches to treating Frozen Shoulder at Vega Clinic.

• Trained in regenerative medicine at the American Board Of Regenerative Medicine
• Works at BDMS – Thailand's largest private hospital group
• Residency in radiology at Thammasat Hospital
• Lead Doctor at Vega Stem Cell, researching regenerative treatments

After completing his medical doctorate education at Gazi University School of Medicine, which is located in the capital city of Ankara he carried on to his Orthopaedic and Traumatology fellowship training at the same university. After his fellow training, he completed his mandatory governmental and military duties as an orthopaedic surgeon between 2008 and 2011. He later started his Orthopaedic career in Istanbul Acıbadem Hospitals network. Between 2013 and 2022 he served as an academic member of the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar School of Medicine where he was entitled Associate Professor in 2021. He is now private practicing in his own clinic in Istanbul. 

Starting from the year 2014 he has been especially focused on the fields of patient-specific orthopaedic surgery, computer-aided surgical planning, 3D printed custom surgical guides and implants. These fields are very novel even throughout the world. He performed many surgeries as the first examples of their own for Turkey. He mainly uses his special interest and knowledge on patient-specific orthopaedics to surgically treat technically challenging cases of malunion, bone deformity and complex arthroplasty cases including revision arthroplasty. 

Dr. Murat Kezer is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in joint reconstruction, arthroplasty, and sports injuries. He has completed advanced training in MAKO Total and Partial Knee and Hip Replacement. Since 2002, he has attended more than 20 national and international congresses and courses.

Dr. Kezer is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association, International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, and Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology. He is known for his skill in hip and knee arthroplasty. He has a strong record of successful surgeries and is dedicated to surgical innovation and patient care.

Dr. Kantaphong Thongrong combines advanced robotics and non-invasive technologies for shoulder rehabilitation at PYONG Rehabilitation Group.

• Board-certified physiatrist with expertise in chronic pain management
• Specializes in ultrasound-guided interventions and hydrodissection
• Head of Rehabilitation at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital
• Founder of a premium rehabilitation center focusing on innovative treatments

Dr. Apisit Rattanasarn is an orthopaedic surgeon who focuses on foot and ankle disorders. He trained at major academic medical centers in Thailand.

He completed residency in Orthopaedic Surgery and a fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. He has broad experience in surgical and non-surgical care for degenerative disease, sports injuries, and post‑traumatic conditions.

His practice focuses on accurate diagnosis, joint preservation, pain control, and long-term function. He provides tailored treatment plans. He is a member of the Thailand Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (THOFAS) and the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand (RCOST), and is licensed by the Thai Medical Council (TMC).

Dr. Ahn Tae Hoon is a cardiology specialist with extensive training in cardiovascular interventions, including procedures relevant to shoulder stiffness complications.

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

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. Mark Schurz specializes in preventive cardiology and cardiac imaging, with a focus on early detection and long-term management of heart conditions.

• Graduated from the Medical University of Vienna
• Subspecialized in cardiology with a focus on cardiac imaging and hypertension control
• Practices at Wiener Privatklinik, offering comprehensive diagnostics
• Expert in echocardiography, stress testing, and Holter ECG

Specializes in shoulder and knee arthroscopic surgery – Dr. Pongtep Na Nakorn brings focused expertise to KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital.

• Trained in sports medicine at Thammasat University
• Orthopedic surgery background from Siriraj Hospital
• Over 19 years of experience of experience in orthopedic procedures

Dr. Yang Young Joon specializes in shoulder joint disorders and sports injuries, bringing focused expertise to frozen shoulder treatment.

• Director of the Joint Center at Naeun Hospital
• Regular member of the Korean Shoulder Society
• Skilled in arthroscopic surgery for precise treatment
• Fellowship-trained in orthopedic surgery at St. Paul's Hospital

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.

Specializing exclusively in shoulder and elbow surgery, Prof. Kesmezacar brings over 26 years of experience of focused expertise to treat frozen shoulder at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Trained at Cornell University's Hospital for Special Surgery in New York
• Published multiple studies on shoulder conditions like rotator cuff tears
• Holds professorships at Istanbul University and Bilim University
• Performs both surgical and non-surgical treatments for shoulder stiffness

Specialist in shoulder surgeries with over 27 years of experience of experience – Dr. Oruc works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in knee, shoulder, and hip joint surgeries
• Trained at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in both adult and pediatric orthopedic surgery

Dr. Mert Filibeli brings extensive orthopedic expertise to Medicalpoint International Hospital, specializing in shoulder conditions.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology with over a decade of experience
• Member of The Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Fluent in English and German, facilitating international patient care
• Academic background includes teaching at University of Health Sciences

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.

Dr. Naputt Virasathienpornkul is an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in sports medicine and orthopedic care. He completed a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Clinical Fellowship and an Orthopedic Residency at Lerdsin Hospital in Bangkok. He graduated with first-class honors in Medicine from Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

Dr. Naputt has published several peer-reviewed studies. His research includes work on elbow fracture dislocations and the link between sarcopenia and hip fracture recovery. Both studies appeared in JSEA Orthopedics in 2024. He is known for his work in clinical practice, research, and education in Thailand’s orthopedic community.

• 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