Osteoarthritis Doctors Abroad — Page 4

7,500+ hip and knee replacement surgeries performed – Dr. Predescu is a European authority in arthroscopic and knee surgery at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Head of Orthopedics Department with nearly 31 years of experience of experience
• Doctorate in medical sciences
• Member of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Specializes in arthroscopic techniques for precise joint care

Dr. Inmaculada Gómez Arrayás is one of the top 100 doctors in Spain according to Forbes. She serves as the Head of Traumatology at Ruber Internacional Hospital in Madrid. Dr. Arrayás is a pioneer in using navigation systems for precise joint replacement surgery. She specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee procedures and accelerated recovery protocols.

• Holds ISO 9001 certification for quality in hip and knee replacement surgeries.
• Performs knee and hip arthroscopy alongside complex joint reconstructions and revisions.
• Serves as an international member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
• Participates in clinical trials for venous thromboembolism prevention after joint surgery.

Dr. Mert Filibeli specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on osteoarthritis, bringing extensive training and experience to Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Completed residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at University of Health Sciences Tepecik Teaching and Research Hospital
• Member of The Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology since 2012
• Fluent in English and German, facilitating communication with international patients
• Surgeon at Medicalpark Hospital, İzmir University of Economics since 2021

Dr. Pablo De La Cuadra is an orthopedic surgeon at Hospital Ruber Internacional in Madrid. He heads a specialized traumatology team and leads the sports injuries unit. Dr. De La Cuadra specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive techniques for complex shoulder disorders. He holds a PhD in Medicine from the Autonomous University of Madrid.

• Expert in treating rotator cuff injuries and chronic shoulder instability.
• Serves as Associate Professor of Health Sciences at the Autonomous University of Madrid.
• Performs ligament reconstructions and minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures.
• Works at Hospital Ruber Internacional, a JCI-accredited facility ranked among Spain's top hospitals.

Dr. Kasman specializes in arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, focusing on advanced techniques for joint preservation and repair.

• Board-certified in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Expert in trauma surgery and sports injuries
• Member of Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
• Skilled in pediatric orthopedics and extremity lengthening

Dr. Naputt is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and osteoarthritis care at EDNA Wellness in Thailand.

• Completed Sports Medicine Orthopedic Fellowship at Lerdsin Hospital
• Published research on orthopedic conditions and post-surgical recovery
• Teaches orthopedic medicine to medical students and residents
• Member of the Thai orthopedic community with clinical research contributions

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. Kim Joo Young is an orthopedic surgeon at Samsung Balance Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in regenerative treatments and joint reconstruction. Dr. Kim served as the director of orthopedic surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He treats complex conditions like knee osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and frozen shoulder.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and osteoarthritis.
• Expert in knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction.
• Former professor at the Catholic University of Korea.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association.

Dr. Lee Dongyeop is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy and joint replacement. He performs arthroscopic surgery (joint endoscopy) and total knee replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, sports injuries, and chronic knee conditions.

Credentials: M.D.-Ph.D. combined program, The Catholic University of Korea Graduate School of Medicine. Internship and orthopedic surgery residency, The Catholic University of Korea Catholic Medical Center. Clinical Instructor (fellow), Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea.

41 years of experience specializing in pediatric orthopedic conditions – Dr. Albiñana focuses on hip dysplasia and complex pediatric cases at Quironsalud Madrid.

• Former Head of Pediatric Orthopedics at La Paz Hospital
• Fellowship-trained at University of Iowa and Oxford University
• Published research on acetabular dysplasia and Perthes disease
• Associate Professor at Autonomous University of Madrid

Specializing in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, Dr. Ciuvica ensures faster recovery for osteoarthritis patients at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• PhD in Medical Sciences with research on locomotor system pathology
• Expert in knee and shoulder arthroscopic procedures
• Manages both acute trauma and chronic degenerative conditions
• Uses advanced techniques for joint replacement surgeries
• Known for empathetic patient communication and care

Dr. Iulian Gherman specializes in minimally invasive techniques for joint replacements and trauma cases at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in hip and knee arthroplasty with a patient-centered approach
• Handles complex orthopedic cases and ligament reconstructions
• Performs arthroscopies for meniscus tears and ligament injuries
• Works at Regina Maria network – modern healthcare solutions

Specializes in knee and hip surgeries with international training in France. Dr. Kececi focuses on minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.

• Board-certified in orthopedics with over 27 years of experience of experience
• Trained in knee, hip, and sports injuries at Hopital de la Croix Rousse
• Expert in minimally invasive hip surgery techniques
• Member of ISOLS and EMSOS for limb salvage and musculoskeletal oncology

The doctor is a highly regarded specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, currently serving as the Head of the Traumatology Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja. With a Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery, the doctor possesses extensive expertise in sports traumatology, knee and shoulder surgery, and minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. The doctor has provided medical care to the Spanish National Swimming Team since 1996 and serves as an editor for the European journal KSST.

Recognized for excellence in musculoskeletal injury treatment and degenerative joint conditions, the doctor is an active member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy, and has received awards for outstanding clinical research.

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.