Best Total arthroplasty doctors: TOP 20 doctors

Specializes in hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty with a focus on both primary and revision surgeries at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Expert in minimally invasive arthroscopy techniques

Associate Professor Turan trained in orthopedic trauma research at Denver Health Hospital – a leader in joint replacement techniques.

• 17+ years specializing in orthopedics and traumatology
• Chief assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association

Dr. Firat Oruc specializes in hip joint surgery and prosthetics at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Over 15 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a leading medical school in Turkey
• Expertise in both adult and pediatric orthopedic cases
• Performs knee, shoulder, and hand surgeries alongside hip procedures

Fellowship-trained in hip and knee reconstructions at UC Davis – Dr Thongchai brings specialized expertise to total arthroplasty.

• Robotic-assisted spine surgery certification from Florida Hospital
• Advanced training in PRP and stem cell therapies for osteoarthrosis
• Published research on bone morphogenetic proteins in spine fusion
• Performs minimally invasive and dynamic stabilization techniques

Over 25 years specializing in orthopedics and traumatology, including joint replacements at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expertise in knee and hip arthroscopy procedures
• Background in orthopedic trauma and sports injuries
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Terzi specializes in complex reconstructive surgeries, with extensive research and clinical experience in orthopedic and plastic surgery.

• Published multiple peer-reviewed studies on bone and tissue reconstruction
• Trained in microsurgery at Marmara University
• Active participant in international medical exchange programs
• Presented at numerous medical conferences on surgical techniques

Dr. Radu Ciuvica specializes in minimally invasive arthroplasty, ensuring faster recovery and reduced postoperative discomfort at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• PhD in Medical Sciences with research on modern orthopaedic techniques
• Expert in arthroscopic surgery for knee and shoulder conditions
• Handles complex joint disorders requiring reconstructive surgery
• Focuses on patient-centered care with clear communication

• 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

Prof. Bulent Erol brings 20+ years of orthopedic expertise, specializing in joint replacements at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia – rare international fellowship
• Professor at Marmara University – trains future orthopedic specialists
• Multiple awards for orthopedic research and clinical studies
• Member of European Pediatric Orthopaedics Society

Dr. Sokucu specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on total arthroplasty, bringing over 17 years of experience to VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Board-certified by the Turkish and European Boards of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
• Published 20+ peer-reviewed papers on orthopedic techniques and outcomes
• Faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University, teaching future orthopedic surgeons
• Expert in complex joint replacements and deformity corrections

EDUCATION 

1974/1979 Elementary School 

1979/1982 Secondary School 

1982/1985 High School 

1985/1991 GATA Military Medical Faculty 

1995/1999 GATA Resident in Orthopaedics. 

1999/2002 Specialist in Orthopaedics. 

2002/2008 GATA Assistant Prof in Orthopaedics 

2008/2009 MAYO Orthopedic Departments (with Franklin Sim, MD), Pathology Department ( with Carrie INWARDS, MD) and Orthopaedic Research Laboratory (with Michael YASZEMSKI) 

2009/2012 GATA Associate Prof in Orthopaedics 

2012/ 2016 İstanbul Medipol University Orthopaedics and Traumatology Dep 

2016/ 2019 Ankara Güven Hospital Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department 

Oct 2019 Marmaris 

DISSERTATION 

The treatment of intraarticular fractures of lower extremity with Ilizarov sirculer external fixator. 

EXPERIENCE: 

Orthopedic Oncology 

Trauma Surgery (war injury, politrauma surgery) 

External Fixation (war injury, open fractures, deformity, limb lengthening) 

Arthroplasty 

Foot and ankle surgery 

AWARDS 2006 Best research presentation. Comparison between the distraction and grafting methods in the treatment of peripheral neural defects: an experimental study in rabbits. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; 39 (2) 163/171, 2005. 

2005 Best oral presentation. High dose neoadjuvan chemotherapy combined with autologous stem cell transplantation and limb sparing surgery in patients with nonmetastatic osteosarcoma Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 79/80, 2005. 

2005 Best poster presentation. Vascular and nonvascular fibular reconstruction results of benign aggressive and malign bone tumors. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 171, 2005 

MEMBERSHIP IN SOCIETIES 

TOTBİD (TURKISH ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION) 

TMSTS (TURKISH MUSCULOSKELETAL TUMOR SOCIETY) 

TURKISH ASAMI 

TURKISH FOOT AND ANKLE SOCIETY 

TURKISH TRAUMA SOCIETY SOMOS 

TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES 

Associate Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology and Trauma Graduate Program. 

INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED 

1. 4th Congress of The EFORT. 3/8 June, 1999. Brusells. 

2. 3rd Meeting of the ASAMI International 27/29 May 2004 İstanbul / Turkey. 

3. Asia pasific Musculoskeletal Tumor Society 5th meeting. 23/25 April 2004 İzmir / Turkey 

4. 18th Annual meeting European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society. 25/27 May 2005. Italy. 

5. 7th International Congress on Spine. 14/17 April 2005. Antalya / Turkey 

6. 19th Annual meeting of European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society. 24/25 May 2006. Russia. 

7. 4th meeting of ASAMI International. 2006 Japan. 

8. 14th ISOLS 11/14 2007 Germany 

9. 5th meeting of ASAMI International. Russia 2008 

10.MAYO Clinic Department of Orthopedic Surgery, A celebration of musculoskeletal tumor surgery meeting. Sep 23/25 2010 Rochester, MN, USA 

11.XXXIII Course on Musculoskeletal Pathology. 8/12 Feb. 2010. Bologna ITALY 

12. 16th ISOLS 2011 China 

13.7th meeting of ASAMI International. Greece 2012

Prof Ibrahim Azboy is a leading orthopedic professor at Istanbul Medipol University, specializing in complex joint procedures.

• Over 13 years of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in total arthroplasty techniques for joint replacement
• Holds the prestigious title of Professor in orthopedics
• Former Assistant Professor at Dicle University's orthopedic department

With 38 years of experience in pediatric orthopedic surgery, Dr. Javier Albiñana specializes in hip dysplasia, bone tumors, and Perthes disease at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Former Head of Pediatric Orthopedics at La Paz Hospital
• Trained in pediatric orthopedics at the University of Iowa
• Published research on acetabular development and hip dysplasia
• Associate Professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid

Specializes in joint replacements with expertise in hip, knee, and shoulder prostheses at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 20 years of orthopedic surgery experience
• Published research on acetabular revisions and hip dysplasia
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in complex cases including limb lengthening and tumor surgery

Dr Piya Assawaboonyadej specializes in orthopedic oncology and reconstruction, bringing advanced techniques to total arthroplasty at Intrarat Hospital.

• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over a decade of experience
• Fellowship-trained in orthopedic oncology at the University of Iowa
• Member of Thai Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
• Published research on bone sarcoma and arthroscopic techniques

Specializing in hip, knee, and shoulder replacement surgeries, Dr. Aydin has performed numerous successful joint replacements at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in trauma and emergency orthopedics with a focus on minimizing recovery time
• Skilled in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery for quicker recovery
• Associate Professor contributing to medical literature on fracture healing
• Patient-centered approach with personalized rehabilitation strategies

Yunus Imren specializes in robotic knee and hip replacement surgery and prosthesis revision at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Trained in orthopedic trauma at Yale University
• Completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery
• Specializes in deformity correction and joint injuries
• Member of the EFFORT Spring Traveling Fellowship in Germany

Specializing in minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Gherman focuses on joint replacements at Ponderas Academic Hospital, part of the Regina Maria network.

• Experienced in complex orthopedic cases and oncological limb preservation
• Performs both surgical and non-surgical treatments for joint conditions
• Skilled in ligament reconstructions and tendon repair
• Advocates for modern, patient-centered orthopedic care