Frozen Shoulder (Shoulder Stiffness) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Naputt Virasathienpornkul is an orthopedic surgeon at EDNA Wellness in Bangkok. He graduated with first-class honors from Mahidol University’s Siriraj Hospital. Dr. Naputt specializes in sports medicine and regenerative orthopedic care. He has performed over 250 surgical procedures. He treats conditions like ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and knee osteoarthritis.

• Completed a specialized Sports Medicine Orthopedic Fellowship at Lerdsin Hospital.
• Published research on hip fracture recovery and elbow dislocations in JSEA Orthopedics.
• Uses stem cell therapy and PRP to treat chronic joint pain and sports injuries.
• Works at an ISO-certified center partnering with national stem cell laboratories.

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. Yang Yeongjun is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint care and arthroscopy. He treats knee and shoulder disorders and performs arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement (arthroplasty). He also manages trauma and sports conditions, including sports injuries, foot and ankle problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fractures.

He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Catholic Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship at Catholic Medical Center St. Paul’s Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society, the Korean Knee Society, and the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society.

Dr. Camilo Escobar is a sports medicine physician in Medellín, Colombia. He has a strong clinical background. He focuses on functional assessment and personalized exercise plans.

He uses functional tests to measure physical capacity and guide treatment. He cares for patients with musculoskeletal conditions and active individuals. He works with physiotherapists, orthopedists, nutritionists, and trainers to provide safe, effective, evidence-based care.

He has worked as a physician in several institutions. He has also served as a sports medicine delegate at multiple sporting events.

Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in holistic approaches to Frozen Shoulder – combines osteopathic techniques with acupuncture for comprehensive treatment.

• Certified in Gonstead Chiropractic techniques for precise adjustments
• Member of the International Osteopathic Association (IOA)
• Officially represents Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada in Thailand
• Holds multiple certifications in Chinese medicine, including acupuncture

Dr. Kececi specializes in shoulder surgery with advanced training in minimally invasive techniques from France.

• Over 27 years of experience of orthopedic surgery experience
• Trained in knee, hip, and sports injuries at Hopital de la Croix Rousse
• Member of multiple prestigious orthopedic societies including ISOLS and SICOT
• Extensive experience in trauma surgery and complex orthopedic cases
• Practices at Medical Point İzmir Hospital with a focus on orthopedic oncology

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Dr. Burak Gunaydin is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics at Optimed International Hospital. He specializes in prosthetic surgery, shoulder arthroscopy, and pediatric orthopedic oncology. Dr. Gunaydin won the Akif Şakir Şakar Science Award for clinical research.

• Completed AO Trauma advanced surgical training in Austria.
• Performs single-bundle and double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD).
• Publishes research in the International Journal of Surgery and Archives of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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. Irwin Gonzalez Abad is a regenerative medicine specialist at his private clinic in Guadalajara. He offers patented Dezawa MUSE stem cell treatments discovered by Dr. Dezawa. Dr. Gonzalez Abad holds a master’s degree in aesthetic and longevity medicine and a diploma in ozone therapy. He treats about 200 patients annually using personalized protocols.

• Holds certification from the International Society for Stem Cell Application (ISSCA).
• Performs specialized stem cell rejuvenation, exosome therapy, and threads lifting.
• Completed training with aesthetic brands including Galderma, Mint, and Beyond Aesthetics.
• Provides ozone therapy and vitamin infusions alongside aesthetic procedures.

Prof. Mehmet Bulut is a Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on pediatric orthopedics, congenital musculoskeletal disorders, and complex trauma surgery. He has over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. He has treated many complex pediatric orthopedic and pelvic trauma cases.

His expertise includes developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), congenital clubfoot, flatfoot, slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), Perthes disease, pediatric fractures, limb length differences, torticollis, and deformity correction. He has authored about 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals and four book chapters. He uses evidence-based care and modern surgical techniques to improve function.

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.

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.

Prof. Adnan Kara is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in limb reconstruction, osseointegration for prosthetics, and amputation surgery. He has performed over 10,000 successful orthopedic procedures.

Expertise: limb lengthening with the PRECICE® 2 Magnetic Nail. Reconstruction of complex bone defects with the PRECICE Bone Transport Nail. Computer-assisted external fixation for complex deformities, osteomyelitis, and bone infections.

Clinical focus: management of limb-length differences, complex bone loss, and post-traumatic deformities. He provides personalized, evidence-based care to restore mobility and function.

Prof. Dr. Serdar Yüksel is an Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist. He focuses on spine surgery and treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis.

He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedics and Traumatology residency at a training and research hospital in Istanbul. Before joining Medipol Mega University Hospital, he worked as an Associate Professor and Specialist Physician at leading institutions in Türkiye. His practice includes joint replacement and revision of the knee, hip, and shoulder. He also performs arthroscopic treatment for sports injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip.