Injuries of bones and joints Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Associate Professor Adil Turan brings trauma research expertise from Denver Health Hospital to complex bone and joint injuries at Medical Park Antalya.

• 17 years of experience of orthopedic practice in trauma units
• Specialized training in sports injuries and arthroscopy
• Former chief assistant at Antalya Training and Research Hospital
• Member of Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy Association

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. Sevki Erdem is an orthopedics specialist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Health named him Doctor of the Year in 2013. He has treated thousands of patients for complex spinal conditions and deformities. Dr. Erdem specializes in scoliosis surgery and deformity correction.

• Performs scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis corrections.
• Treats spinal tumors, fractures, and spinal stenosis.
• Conducts joint replacements and unilateral knee arthroplasty procedures.
• Practices at Central Hospital, which uses AI-powered MRI and CT imaging.

Specializes in sports injuries and joint replacements – Dr. Pirincci combines orthopedic expertise with advanced prosthetic techniques at Atlas University Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in orthopedics and traumatology
• Expert in ACL repairs, meniscus tears, and joint prosthetics
• Published research on hip revisions and developmental dysplasia
• Trained at Istanbul University's renowned Cerrahpaşa Faculty

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.

With 28 years of experience in anesthesiology and critical care, Dr. Soltanzadeh specializes in complex pain management cases at Istanbul Okan University Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in cardiac anesthesia at Çapa Medical Faculty
• Expert in pain management (algology) with additional training in Germany
• Active member of international anesthesiology societies
• Published research presented at global anesthesia congresses
• Provides multilingual care in 7 languages for diverse patients

Board-certified in Rehabilitation Medicine with expertise in neurorehabilitation and chronic pain management – Dr. Tundamrongpong specializes in functional recovery after injuries.

• Skilled in robotic and wearable exoskeleton gait training
• Expert in ultrasound-guided interventions and hydrodissection
• Trained at Chulalongkorn University, one of Thailand's top medical schools
• Provides comprehensive patient-centered care with interdisciplinary teams

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. Michał Przybył is a specialist in Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology. He studied at the Medical University of Łódź and Clark University.

He focuses on minimally invasive joint surgery. He has many years of experience in hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) and labral tears. He also performs total hip and knee replacement and complex ligament reconstruction (ACL, PCL, ATFL).

In-office ultrasound (USG) allows immediate diagnosis and guides treatment. He treats osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, spine and shoulder conditions, strains, and bunion (hallux) problems. He sees patients in Łódź.

Professor Marek Zbigniew Synder is a senior specialist in orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal traumatology. He has decades of clinical, research, and academic experience. He earned his PhD in 1982. He completed his DSc (habilitation) in 1993. He became Professor of Medicine in 1998. He served as Regional Consultant in Orthopedics and Traumatology for the Łódź Voivodeship.

Clinical focus: pediatric orthopedics, limb lengthening, joint replacement (arthroplasty), and tendon surgery. He also performs in‑office, high‑resolution musculoskeletal ultrasound (USG) for precise diagnosis.

Academic output and mentoring: trained over 20 specialists. Co‑author of textbooks for orthopedic surgeons. Author or co‑author of about 400 scientific papers in Polish and international journals.

Dr. Burcin Kececi specializes in orthopedic oncology and complex trauma surgeries, bringing advanced techniques from international training.

• Trained in minimally invasive hip surgery in France
• Expert in pediatric orthopedics, bone tumors, and sports injuries
• Board member of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Branch
• Performs knee and hip prosthesis surgeries
• Member of European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society

Dr. Iulian Gherman specializes in minimally invasive orthopedic techniques at Ponderas Academic Hospital, part of Romania's Regina Maria network.

• Expert in total joint replacements and ligament reconstructions
• Handles complex traumatic and oncological orthopedic cases
• Advocate for patient-centered, modern treatment approaches
• Skilled in arthroscopic procedures for joint injuries

Specializes in arthroscopic surgery and complex fractures – Dr. Serban provides tailored solutions for bone and joint injuries at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF)
• Minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Focus on preventing long-term complications
• High success rate in musculoskeletal care

Dr. Marek Aleksander Synder is a specialist in Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology. He focuses on restoring mobility through non-surgical care and minimally invasive or arthroscopic surgery. He earned his PhD in 2020 for research on Perthes disease.

He is part of the medical team at the Central Teaching Hospital (CKD) in Łódź. He performs surgeries at Księży Młyn Medical Center, Salve Hospital, and the Hospital in Brzeziny.

Clinical scope includes shoulder, hip, knee, pelvic, and groin pain. He treats osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease. He treats fractures, spinal injuries, and general trauma, as well as overuse conditions such as tennis elbow, heel spurs, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Doctor of Osteopathy with international certifications, Gerald Raphael Tur specializes in holistic bone and joint care at Vega Clinic.

• Certified in Gonstead Chiropractic techniques, including Knee Chest table
• Official representative of Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada in Phuket
• Member of the International Osteopathic Association and Swiss Medical Register
• Certified in Chinese Pharmacology and Traditional Medicine approaches
• Trained in emergency first response for patient safety

Dr. Stanislaw Klosinski is a specialist in orthopedics and musculoskeletal traumatology. He graduated from the Poznan University of Medical Sciences in 2013. He earned a PhD in medical sciences in 2021. He completed his residency at the Medical University of Łódź. He is a staff surgeon and lecturer at the Central Teaching Hospital (CSK CKD). He performs advanced procedures.

He treats adults and children. He offers both non-surgical care and modern surgical methods. He provides bilingual consultations. His clinical focus includes foot and ankle deformities; knee and hip osteoarthritis; meniscus and ligament injuries; hand and arm overuse syndromes; trauma and fractures; and pediatric hip dysplasia.

Dr. Att Kosonsuraseni is an orthopedic surgeon. His subspecialty is orthopedic trauma.

He earned his Doctor of Medicine at Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (2008–2014). He completed a Diploma in Orthopedic Surgery at Phramongkutklao Hospital (2016–2019). He finished a Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital (2022–2023).

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.