Education & Training

1997 to 2003
Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Medical School
Istanbul, Turkey
Degree: Medical Doctor (M.D.)

2003 to 2010
Taksim Education and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
Residency: Orthopaedics and Traumatology

2010 to 2017
Baltalimanı Bone Diseases Education and Training Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey
Position: Orthopaedic and Traumatology Specialist

2017 – Present
Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine
Department: Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Position: Faculty Member

Orthopedic Certification

2010
Turkish Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Istanbul, Turkey

2014
European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EBOT)

National Memberships

-Turkish Medical Association

-Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

-Turkish AO (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen)

-FEBOT (Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology)

Publications in International Peer-Reviewed Journals

A.1 Arıkan Y, Yavuz U, Lapcin O, Sökücü S, Özkan B, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation for osteoid osteoma under guidance of three-dimensional fluoroscopy.
J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong). 2016.

A.2 Özcan Ç, Sökücü S, Beng K, Çetinkaya E, Demir B, Kabukçuoğlu YS.
Prospective comparative study of two methods for fixation after distal femur corrective osteotomy for valgus deformity; retrograde intramedullary nailing versus less invasive stabilization system plating.
Int Orthop. 2016.

A.3 Karakoyun O, Sökücü S, Erol MF, Kucukkaya M, Kabukçuoğlu YS.
Use of a magnetic bone nail for lengthening of the femur and tibia.
J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong). 2016.

A.4 Balioğlu MB, Albayrak A, Atıcı Y, Sökücü S, Tacal MT, Kaygusuz MA.
The effect of simple local resection on pain and scoliotic curve in patients with scoliosis secondary to osteoid osteoma and osteoblastoma in the spine.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2016.

A.5 Sökücü S, Aycan OE, Arıkan Y, Kabukçuoğlu YS.
Congenital bizarre parosteal osteochondromatous proliferation in unusual location and age: a case report.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2016.

A.6 Bilgili F, Kılıç A, Sökücü S, Parmaksızoğlu A, Çepni K, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Retrospective analysis of AO 42A–B type tibia fractures treated with percutaneous locked plating and intramedullary nailing.
Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2016.

A.7 Özcan Ç, Sökücü S, Beng K, Çetinkaya E, Demir B, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Prospective comparative study of two methods for fixation after distal femur corrective osteotomy for valgus deformity; retrograde intramedullary nailing versus less invasive stabilization system plating.
Int Orthop. 2016.

A.8 Cetinkaya E, Yalcinkaya M, Sökücü S, Polat A, Ozkaya U, Parmaksizoglu A.
Cheilectomy as a first-line surgical treatment option yields good functional results in grade III hallux rigidus.
J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. 2016.

A.9 Sökücü S, Menges O, Çetinkaya E, Parmaksızoğlu A, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Treatment of comminuted mid-diaphyseal clavicle fractures by plate fixation using a bridging technique.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.

A.10 Sökücü S, Karakoyun O, Arıkan Y, Küçükkaya M, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Efficacy of the Taylor spatial frame in the treatment of deformities around the knee.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2013.

A.11 Küçükkaya M, Karakoyun Ö, Sökücü S, Soydan R.
Femoral lengthening and deformity correction using the Fitbone motorized lengthening nail.
J Orthop Sci. 2014. 

A.12 Yalcinkaya M, Sökücü S, Erdoğan S, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Tourniquet use in orthopedic surgery: a descriptive survey study among Turkish orthopedic surgeons and residents in Istanbul.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.

A.13 Sökücü S, Demir B, Lapcin O, Yavuz U, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Perioperative versus postoperative measurement of Taylor Spatial Frame mounting parameters.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.

A.14 Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Demir B, Özer D, Özcan Ç, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Isolated subtalar fusion for neglected painful intra-articular calcaneal fractures.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.

A.15 Yalcinkaya M, Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Chen C-Y, Lin K-C.
Influence of nail prominence and insertion point on anterior knee pain after tibial intramedullary nailing.
Orthopedics. 2014.

A.16 Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Demir B, Yıldırım T, Özcan Ç, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Comparison of intramedullary nail or plate fixation in distal tibial diaphyseal fractures close to the mortise.
Turk J Trauma Emerg Surg. 2014.

A.17 Karakoyun Ö, Küçükkaya M, Sökücü S.
Intramedullary skeletal kinetic distractor in lower extremity lengthening.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.

A.18 Gül M, Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Çetinkaya E, Arıkan Y, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
Flexion-adduction-external rotation method for shoulder dislocations.
Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014.

A.19 Yavuz U, Sökücü S, Demir B, Akpınar E, Lapçin O, Atıcı Y, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
An unusual stress fracture in an archer with hypophosphatasia.
Case Reports in Orthopedics. 2013.

A.20 Demir B, Sökücü S, Özden E, Yavuz U, Duman S, Kabukçuoğlu Y.
A new application technique of circular fixator for the treatment of open tibial fractures: circular fixator-hinge technique.
Turk J Trauma Emerg Surg. 2013.

Publications in National Peer-Reviewed Journals 

D.1 Kabukcuoglu Y, Yalcinkaya M, Sokucu S.
Staging and surgical treatment principles in malignant bone tumors.
TOTBID Journal. 2014.

D.2 Yavuz U, Sokucu S, Demir B, Yalcinkaya M, Cetinkaya E, Coskun M, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Evaluation of the necessity for routine radiographs in patients with ankle trauma using the Ottawa Rules.
Göztepe Medical Journal. 2013.

D.3 Yavuz U, Bayhan AI, Atici Y, Sokucu S, Kargin D, Uzun M.
Prevalence of lumbar spine anomalies detected radiographically in a male population.
The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery. 2013.

D.4 Beng K, Lapcin O, Sokucu S, Ozkazanli G, Kabukcuoglu YS, Parmaksizoglu AS.
Tip Apex Distance measurements in patients with intertrochanteric femur fractures treated with 135° dynamic hip screw and its impact on outcomes.
The Journal of Kartal Training and Research Hospital. 2013.

D.5 Atici Y, Albayrak A, Tacal TM, Sokucu S, Beng K, Sari S, Kaygusuz MA.
The Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib (VEPTR) technique in the treatment of early-onset scoliosis: Its effect on spinal deformity correction, spinal growth, sagittal and coronal balance, and shoulder alignment.
The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery. 2012.

D.6 Gul M, Sokucu S, Kabukcuoglu Y, Kabukcuoglu F, Ozkaya U.
A rare etiology of equinism: Intramuscular hemangioma (case report).
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2011.

D.7 Kilic A, Gul M, Sokucu S, Parmaksizoglu A, Kabukcuoglu Y.
The role of arthroscopy in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic wrist pain.
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2009.

D.8 Kilic A, Gul M, Sokucu S, Mutlu H, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Evaluation of carpal tunnel treatment using the Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire (PEM).
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2009.

D.9 Sokucu S, Menges O, Gul M, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Bilateral anterior shoulder dislocation developed after minor trauma during Pilates exercise.
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2009.

D.10 Gul M, Ozkaya U, Parmaksizoglu A, Sokucu S, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Case report of a ganglion cyst causing foot drop.
Sisli Etfal Hospital Medical Bulletin. 2008.

D.11 Ozkaya U, Kabukcuoglu Y, Parmaksizoglu A, Kilic A, Sokucu S, Basilgan S.
Outcomes of open reduction and internal fixation in intra-articular calcaneal fractures.
The Journal of Kartal Training and Research Hospital. 2007.

D.12 Gul M, Kilic A, Sokucu S, Yeniocak S, Kabukcuoglu Y.
Case report: Ipsilateral elbow dislocation with associated wrist fracture-dislocation.
The Journal of Kartal Training and Research Hospital. 2007.

Education and Residency

2001 to 2007: Medical Education, Meram School of Medicine, Selçuk University

2009 to 2014: Residency Education, School of Medicine, Atatürk University

Experience

2009 to 2014: Residency, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, School of Medicine, Atatürk University

2015 to 2016: Conscription, Kozluk State Hospital, Batman

2016: Orthopedic Oncology, Experience Trainings, Ibn-I Sina Hospital, Ankara University

2017: Orthopedic Oncology, Experience Trainings, Acıbadem Medical School

2021: Orthopedic Oncology Training, Acıbadem Medical School

Professional Memberships

-Association of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors

-Association of Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

-Foot and Ankle Surgery Department

-Association of Extremity Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods Development

-Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

Education & Expertise

1994 | Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

2002 | Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – PhD in Orthopedics and Traumatology

Professional Experience

1997 to 2002 | Marmara University, Orthopedics and Traumatology Department – Research Assistant

2002 to 2005 | Marmara University, Orthopedics and Traumatology – Specialist Doctor

2005 to 2010 | Marmara University, Orthopedics and Traumatology Department – Assistant Professor

2010 to 2016 | Marmara University, Orthopedics and Traumatology – Associate Professor

2016 to 2018 | Marmara University, Orthopedics and Traumatology – Professor

Foreign Experience

2001 to 2002 | Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia – Research Clinical Fellow in Orthopedics and Traumatology

July to August 2012 | The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital – Clinical Visitor in Orthopedic Oncology

Professional Memberships

-Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association

-Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association – Pediatric Orthopaedics -Branch

-Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association – Orthopaedic Oncology Branch

-European Pediatric Orthopaedics Society

Awards & Recognitions

2001 | Akif Şakir Şakar Scientific Award – Second Prize in Experimental Study

2004 | IX. Akif Şakir Şakar Scientific Awards – Second Prize in Experimental Study

2007 | XII. Akif Şakir Şakar Science Awards – Second Place in Clinical Study Category

2007 | Derviş Manizade Awards – Second Place

2014 | XXIV. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress – First Prize in Orthopedic Oncology Oral Presentation

OZAN BEYTEMÜR
Professor

Education
    •    Medical Specialization: Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, Istanbul Bezmi Alem Valide Sultan Vakıf Gureba Training and Research Hospital (2003 - November 25, 2008)
    •    Thesis Title: Histopathological and biomechanical evaluation of the effects of quinolone antibiotics on the Achilles tendon in adult rats (2008)
    •    Thesis Advisor: Ercan Olcay
    •    Bachelor’s Degree: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1996 - January 17, 2003)

Academic Positions
    •    Professor: Health Sciences University, Istanbul Bağcılar Health Practice and Research Center, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences, Division of Orthopedics and Traumatology (since January 12, 2024)
    •    Associate Professor: Same institution (July 15, 2018 - January 12, 2024)

Supervised Theses
    1.    OZANCAN BİÇER (2024): The chemoprophylactic effect of Apelin-13 on steroid-induced femoral head osteonecrosis in rats.
    2.    YİĞİT ÖNALOĞLU (2022): Effects of hydroxychloroquine sulfate on bone healing in a rat femur fracture model.
    3.    ERDİNÇ GENÇ (2015): Histopathological and biomechanical evaluation of the effect of autologous concentrated serum on Achilles tendon healing.

Administrative Positions
    •    Chief Physician: Health Sciences University, Istanbul Bağcılar Health Practice and Research Center (November 12, 2021 - November 14, 2024)

Membership in Scientific Organizations
    1.    Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors Division (Member since 2015)
    2.    Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council (Member since 2015)
    3.    Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (Member since 2011)

Courses Taught (2023-2024 Academic Year)
    •    Undergraduate Course: Malignant Bone Tumors (Turkish, 1 hour, Fall Semester)

Publications

(Selected publications in peer-reviewed international journals)
    1.    BARIŞ ALİCAN et al. (2024): “Quantitative analysis of protective Kirschner wire diameters in lateral opening wedge distal femoral osteotomy: A finite element study.” Joint Diseases and Related Surgery. DOI: 10.52312/jdrs.2025.1806
    2.    EMRE ÖZMEN et al. (2024): “Improving Osteoporosis Prediction Using Vertebral Bone Quality Score and Paravertebral Muscle Measurements From Lumbar MRI Scans.” Clinical Spine Surgery. DOI: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000001584
    3.    SERDAR YÜKSEL et al. (2024): “Publication Trends in Pelvic Parameter-Related Literature between 1992 and 2022: A Bibliometric Review.” Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society. DOI: 10.3340/jkns.2023.0047

(And many more publications in indexed journals)

Books and Book Chapters
    •    Musculoskeletal Research and Basic Science, Chapter: Bone and Joint Infections (2016), published by Springer.
    •    TOTEK Orthopedics and Traumatology: Basic Sciences and Research Book, Chapter: Infections in Orthopedics and Traumatology (2014).

Certifications & Courses
    •    TOTBİD-TOTEK Board Certification (2015)
    •    Experimental Animal Use Certificate (Istanbul University, 2008)
    •    Advanced Intramedullary Nailing Course (2011, İzmir)
    •    International AO Pediatric Trauma Course (2008, İzmir)

Education and Work

• Istanbul Faculty of Medicine / Medical Education / 2007
• Haseki Training and Research Hospital / Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic / Specialization Training / 2014
• Çankırı State Hospital / 2017
• Haseki Training and Research Hospital / Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic / 2020
• Gaziosmanpaşa Medicalpark Hospital

Publications

1. Bayram, E., Yıldırım, C., Ertürk, A. K., Yılmaz, M., & Atlıhan, D. (2021). Comparison of the efficacy of irrigation with epinephrine or tranexamic acid on visual clarity during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair: A double-blind, randomized-controlled study. Joint Diseases and Related Surgery, 32(1), 115.
2. Bayram, E., Mahmud Aydin, M. E., Ekinci, M., Yildirim, C., & Yilmaz, M. (2021). Comparison of Upper Elbow Cast and Splint in Type II Supracondylar Humerus Fractures in Pediatric Patients. Medical Bulletin of Haseki / Haseki Tip Bulletin, 59(3).
3. Yilmaz, M., Gulabi, D., Kaya, I., Bayram, E., & Cecen, G. S. (2016). The effect of amputation level and age on outcome: an analysis of 135 amputees. European Journal of Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology.
4. Ordu, S., Bayram, E., Çetinus, E., Kaya, İ., & Yılmaz, M. (2014). The Relationship of Meniscal Tear Types with Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Osteochondral Lesions in Patients Under Fifty Years of Age. Medical Bulletin of Haseki / Haseki Tip Bulletin.
5. Kaya, I., Uğraş, A., Sungur, I., Yılmaz, M., Bayram, E., Ertürk, A., & Çetinus, E. (2013). Hip arthroscopy: the Haseki experience. The Medical Bulletin of Sisli Etfal Hospital, 
6. Yılmaz, M., Ordu, S., Bayram, E., Sungur, İ., & Çetinus, E. (2014). Short-Term Outcomes of Patients Performed with Unicondylar Knee Arthroplasty in Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Medical Bulletin of Haseki / Haseki Tip Bulletin 
   Bayram, E., Kaya, İ., Alkaş, M., Yılmaz, M., Ordu, S., & Çetinus, M. E. (2014). Risk Factors for Hip Fractures in Advanced Age Patients. Medical Bulletin of Haseki / Haseki Tip Bulletin.
7. Malkoc, M., Korkmaz, O., Bayram, E., Seker, A., Yılmaz, M., & Isyar, M. (2014). Comparison of Short Term Results of Type IIB2 Middle Third Clavicular Fractures Treated with Figure of Eight Bandage and Locked Plate Fixation. Orthopedic Journal of Sports Medicine
8. Kaya, İ., Ertürk, A., Uğraş, A., Bayram, E., Sungur, İ., Yılmaz, M., ... & Çetinus, E. Arthroscopic Bankart Repair in Traumatic Anterior Shoulder Dislocations. Şişli Etfal Medical Bulletin.
9. Korkmaz, M., Şener, N., Bayram, E., Yılmaz, M., & Çetinus, M. E. (2015). Diabetic Foot Wounds and Our Clinical Experience. Medical Journal of Bakirkoy, 11(2).
10. Kaya, İ., Uğraş, A., Ertürk, A., Bayram, E., Sungur, İ., Ordu, S., ... & Çetinus, E. (2013). Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair. Medical Bulletin of Sisli Etfal Hospital.
11. Bayram, E., Ertürk, A. K., Yıldırım, C., Atlıhan, D., Çetinus, M. E., & Yılmaz, M. (2018). Short-Term Results of Shoulder Instability Surgery. Medical Bulletin of Haseki / Haseki Tip Bulletin, 56(2).
12. Yildirim, C., Demirel, M., Bayram, E., Ekinci, M., & Yılmaz, M. (2022). Acromion-Axillary Nerve Distance and Its Relation to the Arm Length in the Prediction of the Axillary Nerve Position: A Clinical Study. Journal of Orthopedic Surgery and Research.
13. Bayram, E., Yunlu, M., Gulabi, D., Bozdag, E., Yilmaz, M., & Atlihan, D. (2022). Effect of Tranexamic Acid on Fracture Healing in Rats. Acta Ortopédica Brasileira, 30.
14. Güler, O., Bayram, E., Yılmaz, M., Erdil, M. E., Uğraş, A. A., & Mahiroğulları, M. (2015). Effective of Postoperative Shoulder Imbalance on Patient Satisfaction with Surgical Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
15. Yıldırım, C., Muslu, D. C., Muratoğlu, O. G., Ordu, S., Aydın, Ö. A., & Bayram, E. (2020). Acute Septic Arthritis Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Treatment Management in Haseki Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic. Medical Bulletin of Haseki / Haseki Tip Bulletin, 58(1).
16. Bayram, E., Kaya, İ., Sungur, İ., Yılmaz, M., Ordu, S., Uǧraş, A. A., & Çetinus, M. E. (2014). Surgical Treatment of Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures. Haseki Medical Bulletin.

Education & Specialization

• 2003 to 2009  Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 2010 to 2015  Istanbul Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Orthopedics & Traumatology Specialization
• 2022  Associate Professor, Orthopedics & Traumatology, Istanbul Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital

Experience

• 2018  Fellowship in Knee-Hip Arthroplasty & Knee-Shoulder Arthroscopy, St. Joseph Bruderkrankenhaus Paderborn, Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Paderborn, Germany
• 2017 to 2018  Orthopedic Specialist, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Education & Research Hospital
• 2015 to 2017  Orthopedic Specialist, Turhal State Hospital
• 2009 to 2010  General Practitioner, Erzincan Community Health Center
• 2009 to 2010  Assistant Doctor, Anatomy Department, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Professional Memberships

• -International Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology Association 
• -European Pediatric Orthopedic Association
  -Turkish Sports Traumatology Association, Arthroscopy & Knee Surgery
• -Turkish Spine Association
• -Turkish Arthroplasty Association
• -Turkish Orthopedics & Traumatology Association
• -Turkish Medical Association

Awards

1. Best Oral Presentation, AO Spine AWARD 10th Hellenic spine congress and joint meeting with french and turkish spine society and 40th symposium'' Giannestras- symrnis Thessaloniki, 26-29 october 2016 Spinal Tuberculosis inPatients With Growing Spine Akgül T., Korkmaz M., Benli T., Talu U., Şar C.

2. Best Poster, 23rd Efort (European Federation Of National Associations Of Orthopaedics And Traumatology) congress, 22-24 june 2022 Correlations between radiographic spinopelvic parameters and health-related quality of life: A prospective evaluation of 37 patients with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy. Bayram S., Kendirci A. Ş. , Karalar Ş., Durmuş Tekçe H., Parman F. Y. , Akgül T, Durmaz H.

3. TOTDER XXI.Akif Şakar Science Award

4. Best poster, TOTBID- 24th National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 2014

5. Best poster, Totder 6th Orthopedics and Traumatology Istanbul Meeting May 12-15, 2016

6. Best poster, Comparison of Selective and Non-Selective Fusion Results in the Treatment of Lenke Type 1B Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, 27th National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 2017.

Education

Halide Edip Adıvar High School (English High School) (1999)
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1999-2005)
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology (2005-2011)
Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital (2011-2012)

Experience

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology Associate Professor (2017-2023)
Koç University Hospital Spine Center - Part-time (2018-2023)
Istanbul Universityniversitesi Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology Associate Professor (2023-present)
National Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery-Turkish Journal Of Trauma & Emergency Surgery, Advisory Board Member, 2020
Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery, Associate Editor, 2019 - Ongoing
Acta Orthopaedica Et Traumatologica Turcica, Associate Editorr, 2019 - Ongoing
Turkish Spine Society (TOD)-board member-Treasurer
TOTDER (Turkish Orthopedic Association)-board member.

Medical Interests

• Spine Surgery
• Scoliosis
• Kyphosis
• Spine Fractures
• Vertebra Body Tethering (VBT)(Scoliosis with tether)
• Narrow Canal Surgery
• Spine Revision Surgery
• Pelvic Surgery

EXPERIENCE

1997 – today

Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Orthopedics and Traumatology specialist

1996 – 1997

Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Chief Assistant Specialist Doctor

1992 – 1996

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Orthopedics and Traumatology, Specialist

1992 – 1996

Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

Assistant Physician

1987 – 1991

Adana Reşat Bey Health Center

General practitioner

1985 – 1987

Trabzon Maçka (Compulsory Service)

General practitioner 

CLINICAL FOCUS 

Sports Injuries

Orthopedic Trauma

Knee Arthroscopy

Hip Arthroscopy

EDUCATION

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Medical Education

Specializations

Arthroscopic Debridement and Microfracture Surgery

Arthroscopic Meniscectomy Surgery

Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Arthroplasty (Total Joint Prosthesis) Surgery

Knee, Shoulder, Hip Replacement Surgery

Hallux Valgus Surgery (Toe Deformity)

Trauma Surgery

Soft Tissue Tumoral Mass Excision

Experience

Maraş Budaklı Health Center 1993

İnönü University Research Hospital 1994

Kartal Training and Research Hospital 1995-2000

Private Gül Medicine Ensar Hospital 2002

Gebze Central Hospital 2002-2010

Private Oran Cerrah Medical Center 2010-2018

Hospital Park 2019-2021

Education

Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ömer Kays ÜNAL

Orthopedics and Traumatology

Medical Fields of Interest

Sports Injury Treatment and Rehabilitation,

Arthroscopic Surgery of Articular Cartilage and Ligament Injuries,

Treatment of Complex Bone Fractures

Cell Applications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree-Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English Medicine) 2000-2007

Residency-Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology 2007-2012

Experiences

2007-2012 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology - Assistant Doctor

2013 - 2016 İstanbul Medeniyet University Göztepe Training and Research Hospital - Orthopedics Specialist

2016 - 2017 Çerkezköy State Hospital-Orthopedics Specialist / Attending Physician

2017 - 2018 Çorlu State Hospital-Orthopedics Specialist

2018 - 2022 Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology - Dr. Lect. / Associate Prof. Dr.

2022-Still Liv Hospital Vadistanbul - Associate Prof.Dr.

Research

• Evaluation of axillary nerve integrity and shoulder functions in patients who underwent lateral deltoid splitting approach, Clinical Research Maltepe University Hospital - İstanbul - Turkey, Research, 01.02.2015 -01.07.2018 (National)

• Radiological and clinical outcomes of medial approach open reduction by using two intervals in developmental dysplasia of the hip., Clinical Research, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Istanbul - Turkey, Research,

• Effect of Repeated Sterilization by Different Methods on Strength of Carbon Fiber Rods Used in External Fixator Systems., Clinical Research , Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Istanbul - Turkey, Research, 01.12.2016 -01.06.2017 (National)

• Thigh pain might be a prodromal symptom of atypical fracture in long term biphosphonate users, Clinical Research, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Istanbul - Turkey, Research, 01.01.2014 -01.10.2014 (National)

• GUse of provisional K wires instead of Poller screws for treatment of diametaphyseal fractures of the distal femur and proximal and distal tibia., Clinical Research, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Istanbul - Turkey, Research, 01.12.2012 -01.09.2014 (National)

• Motorcycle injuries in Orthopedics and Traumatology: Risk factors, injury characteristics and hospital costs, Clinical Research, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Istanbul - Turkey, Research, 01.01.2014 -01.08.2014 (National)

• Precise placement of lag screws in operative treatment of trochanteric femoral fractures with a new guide system., Clinical Research, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital - Istanbul - Turkey, Research, 01.10.2011 -01.12.2012 (National)

• Graft retaining debridement in patients with septic arthritis after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction., Clinical Research, Uludag University Hospital - Bursa - Turkey, Research, 01.10.2009 -01.03.2010 (National)

• Reconstruction of Femoral Bone Defects in Total Hip Prosthesis Revision Cases with Structural Shaft Allograft, Clinical Research, Uludag University Hospital - Bursa - Turkey, 01.10.2008 -01.06.2009 (National)

Publications

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, DEMİR CİHAN, NAJAFOV TURAN, UGUTMEN ENDER (2021). The Effects of Proximal Fibular Osteotomy on the Knee and Ankle Joints: A Finite Element Analysis. Acta Chirurgiae Orthopaedicae et Traumatologiae Cechoslovaca, 88(4), 313-320.

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER (2020). Comparison of the Results of Hook Plate and Endo-Button Used in the Surgical Treatment of Acromioclavicular Joint Separation. Cureus, 12(12), Doi: 10.7759/cureus.11987

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, SUR ÜNAL ÜLKÜ, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, DEMİRAĞ BURAK (2020). Comparison of Outcomes of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructions Using Patellar Tendon or Hamstring Tendon Autografts with Femoral Cross-pin Fixation. Anadolu Clinic Journal of Medical Sciences, 25(3), 192-199., Doi: 10.21673/anadoluklin.735533

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Ateş Miruna Florentina,DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER,UGUTMEN ENDER (2020). Evaluation of axillary nerve integrity and shoulder functions in patients who underwent lateral deltoid splitting approach. Journal of Surgery and Medicine, 4(8), 645-648., Doi: 10.28982/josam.777069

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ,SUR ÜNAL ÜLKÜ,MUTLU HASAN HÜSEYİN,ÖZKUT AFŞAR TİMUÇİN,ESENKAYA İRFAN (2018). Effect of Repeated Sterilization by Different Methods on Strength of Carbon Fiber Rods Used in External Fixator Systems. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, 32(8), 425-430., Doi: 10.1097/ BOT.0000000000001224

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER (2021). Wrist Fixator for Distal Intraarticular Fractures of Radius Comparison of Mid-Term Outcomes of Patients with Open Reduction and Plate Screws. Fırat University Health Sciences Medical Journal, 35(2), 127- 133.

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER (2020). Comparison of different dynamization techniques applied in tibial fracture cases with fracture union problem after intramedullary nail application. Journal of Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 46(3), 329-335., Doi: 10.32708/uutfd.799044

• ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER (2021). Wrist Fixator for Distal Intraarticular Fractures of Radius Comparison of Mid-Term Outcomes of Patients with Open Reduction and Plate Screws. Fırat University Health Sciences Medical Journal, 35(2), 127- 133.

• DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2022). A New Fluoroscopy Technique for Supracondylar Humerus Fractures. Acta Ortopédica Brasileira, 30(1), 1-4., Doi: 10.1590/1413- 785220223001e246231

• DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2021). Using autograft in the surgical treatment of isolated distal ulna fractures with open reduction internal fixation improves short-term clinical outcomes: 11 years of experience. Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research, 107(8), 103082, Doi: 10.1016/j.otsr.2021.103082

• SÖYLEMEZ MEHMET SALİH,Demiroğlu Murat,Aydın Davut,AKPINAR FUAT,Kılıç Bülent, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS,ÖZKAN KORHAN (2019). Is there a relationship between the lengths of the ipsilateral clavicle and the ulna? An anthropometric and statistical study. ARCHIVES OF CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE, 4(2), 86-89., Doi: 10.25000/acem.571566

• DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, NAJAFOV TURAN, UGUTMEN ENDER (2022). Novel lateral support system increases stability and reduces angular error in total hip arthroplasty: A case control study. Journal of Surgery and Medicine, 6(2), 186-190., Doi: 10.28982/josam.1049928

• ÖZKUT AFŞAR TİMUÇİN, İYETİN YUSUF, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, SÖYLEMEZ MEHMET SALİH, UYGUR MEHMET ESAT, ESENKAYA İRFAN (2018). Radiological and clinical outcomes of medial approach open reduction by using two intervals in developmental dysplasia of the hip. Acta Orthopaedica et Traumatologica Turcica, 52(2), 81-86., Doi: 10.1016/j.aott.2018.01.006

• POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, SÖYLEMEZ MEHMET SALİH, ÖZKUT AFŞAR TİMUÇİN, ESENKAYA İRFAN, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, KILINÇOĞLU VOLKAN (2016). Use of provisional K wires instead of Poller screws for treatment ofdiametaphyseal fractures of the distal femur and proximal and distal tibia. Acta Orthopaedica Belgica, 82(3), 579- 585.

• POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, SÖYLEMEZ MEHMET SALİH, ÖZKUT AFŞAR TİMUÇİN, UYGUR MEHMET ESAT, KEMAH BAHATTİN, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2015). Precise placement of lag screws in operative treatment of trochanteric femoral fractures with a new guide system. Injury, 46(11), 2190-2195., Doi: 10.1016/j.injury.2015.06.003

• AVCI CEM COŞKUN, ÖZKAN FEYZA ÜNLÜ, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Türkmen İsmail, KURTULMUŞ TUHAN, SAKA GÜRSEL, SAĞLAM NECDET (2015). Thigh pain might be a prodromal symptom of atypical fracture in long term bisphosphonate users. Turkish Journal of Geriatrics 18(1), 87-91.

• DEMİRAĞ BURAK, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, ÖZAKIN CÜNEYT (2011). Graft retaining debridement in patients with septic arthritis after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Acta Orthopaedica et Traumatologica Turcica, 45(5), 342- 347., Doi: 10.3944/AOTT.2011.2469

• DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2021). Deltoid Ligament Repair in Addition to Syndesmotic Fixation in Distal Fibula Fractures is Associated with Better Clinical Results in Midand- Long-term Follow-up: A Comparative Study. Bagcilar Medical Bulletin, 6(4), 431-437., Doi: 10.4274/BMB.galenos.2021.05.068

• SUR ÜNAL ÜLKÜ, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2021). Severe gonarthrosis without pain and disability: A case report. Maltepe Medical Journal, 13(3), 111-114., Doi: 10.35514/mtd.2021.58

• DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2021). Clinical and Radiologic Results of Two Different Proximal Femur Nails Used in the Treatment of Intertrochanteric Femur Fractures. Journal of Faculty of Medicine, SDU 28(3), 441-447., Doi: 10.17343/sdutfd.856822

• DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2020). Comparison of long-stemmed cementless hemiarthroplasty with proximal femur nail in unstable intertrochanteric femur fractures over 85 years of age. Journal of Surgery and Medicine, 4(10), 857-860., Doi: 10.28982/josam.798123

• DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2022). Long-Term Outcome of Electrodiagnostic Values and Symptom Improvement After Carpal Tunnel Release: A Retrospective Cohort Study. The Journal of Hand Surgery, 47, Doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2022.04.003

• UYGUR MEHMET ESAT, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, ESENKAYA İRFAN, KEMAH BAHATTİN,BAŞARAN HÜSEYİN (2014). Motorcycle injuries in Orthopedics and Traumatology: Risk factors, injury characteristics and hospital costs. Göztepe Medical Journal, 29(4), 230-235., Doi: 10.5222/J.GOZTEPETRH.2014.230

• BİLGEN MUHAMMET SADIK, ÖNCAN TEVFİK, KÜÇÜKALP ABDULLAH, KARA HASAN, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, BİLGEN ÖMER FARUK (2009). Reconstruction of Femoral Bone Defects with Structural Shaft Allograft in Total Hip Replacement Revision Cases. Journal of Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 35(1), 37-40.

• TULGAR SERKAN, SELVİ ONUR, ŞENTÜRK ÖZGÜR, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, THOMAS DAVİD TERENCE, ÖZER ZELİHA (2019). The Maltepe combination: Novel parasacral interfascial plane block and lumbar erector spinae plane block for surgical anesthesia in transfemoral knee amputation. Journal of Clinical Anesthesia, 57, 95-96., Doi: 10.1016/j. jclinane.2019.03.024

• TULGAR SERKAN, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, THOMAS DAVİD TERENCE, ÖZER ZELİHA (2019). A novel modification to ultrasound guided lumbar erector spinae plane block: Tulgar approach. Journal of Clinical Anesthesia, 56, 30-31., Doi: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2019.01.016

Memberships

• Maltepe Medical Journal, Journal Secretary and Editorial Board Member, Member , 2021

• Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association, Member , 2021

• urkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council, Member , 2016

• Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association, Member , 2015

• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, Member , 2014Editorial

•Skin and Trauma, Book, Editor, Publisher: Livre de Lyon, Risk Factors of Surgical Site Infection in Orthopedic Surgery, Book, Editor, Publisher: Akademisyen Publishing House, Chapters in national/international books

• Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection in Orthopedic Surgery, Chapter title: Surgical Factors (2020) ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Akademisyen Publishing House, Editor: Mirza Zafer Dağtaş, Ömer Kays Ünal, Edition:1, Pages 173, ISBN:978-625-7707-36-7, Turkish(Scientific Book)

• Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection in Orthopedic Surgery, Chapter title: Assessment of physical conditions (2020). ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Akademisyen Kitabevi, Editör: Mirza Zafer Dağtaş, Ömer Kays Ünal, Edition:1, Pages 173, ISBN:978-625-7707-36-7, Turkish(Scientific Book)

• Trauma: Emergency Service Management, Chapter name: Femoral Head, Femoral Neck, Trochanteric, -Intertrochanteric, Subtrochanteric Fracture, Traumatic Hip Dislocation and Femur Diaphysis Fracture -(2017)., POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Yeditepe Üniversitesi Publishing House, Editor:Can Aktaş, Baki Ekçi, Issue:1, Page Number 613, ISBN:978-975-307-073-7, Turkish(Scientific Book)

• Complications in Orthopedics and Traumatology, Chapter name: Complications of Intramedullary Nails (2016). POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ,ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, Editor: Önder Kalenderer, Melih Güven, Issue:1, Page Number 943, ISBN:978-605-6600-75-3, Turkish(Scientific Book)

• Orthopedic Surgery Operative Techniques, Chapter name: Primary and Metastatic Tumors of Spinal Cord: Total En Block Spondylectomy (2015)., AKESEN BURAK, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Güneş Tıp Publishing Houses, Editor: Prof. Dr. Mustafa BAŞBOZKURT, Prof. Dr. Selçuk BÖLÜKBAŞI, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dr. Akif M. ÖZTÜRK, Prof. Dr. Alpaslan ŞENKÖYLÜ, Prof. Dr. Cemil YILDIZ, Issue: 1, Page Number 5344, ISBN: 9789752775695, Turkish (Book Translation), Papers presented in scientific meetings

ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, NAJAFOV TURAN, DEMİR CİHAN, AKPINAR FUAT, UGUTMEN ENDER(2021). Medial Plating Versus Newly Designed Intramedullary Nail with Distal Interlocking System for Distal Tibia Fractures – A Biomechanical Study with Finite Element Analysis. II. International Ankara Multidisciplinary Studies Congress, 370-372. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2020). A New Fracture Model In Rats. 28th Annual Meeting European Orthopaedic Research Society, 388-388. (Abstract Paper/Poster)

ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER,DEMİR CİHAN,NAJAFOV TURAN,UGUTMEN ENDER (2020). The Effects Of Proximal Fibular Osteotomy On The Knee And Ankle Joints A Finite Element Analysis. 28th Annual Meeting European Orthopaedic Research Society, 244-245. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2019). Rare Complication of Partial Hip Prosthesis. 4th Bezmialem Orthopedics Meeting, 46-46. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2019). Ethical Issues in Orthopedics. The 8th International Congress of Islamic Medical History and Ethics, 162-163. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2019). Comparison of Cementless Parsiel Hip Prosthesis and Intramedullary Hip Nailing in Unstable Intertrochanteric Femur Fractures Above 85 Years of Age. 2nd Turkish World Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress, 51-51. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER (2019). The Effect of Removal of the Distal Dynamic Screw on Fracture Slippage in Intramedullary Nailing of Tibial Diaphyseal Fractures. 2nd Turkish World Orthopaedics and Traumatology Congress, 20-20. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

KEMAH BAHATTİN, ÖZKAN KORHAN, POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, ERİNÇ SAMET, ÖZKAN FEYZA ÜNLÜ (2018). Comparing Vitamin D, Pth, Alp, Protein Levels Of Patients With Hip Fracture According To Fracture Types And Control Groups. 20th Asia Pacific Orthopaedic Association Congress, 246-246. (Abstract Paper/Poster)•

AKAN KAYA HÜSNÜ, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, KEMAH BAHATTİN, ERİNÇ SAMET, ÖZTURAN BURAK (2015). Evaluation of Naproxen Sodium and Codein Phosphate Combination in Osteoarthritis. 23rd Annual Meeting of European Orthopaedic Research Society, 268-268. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS (2020). Comparison of Conservative Treatment and Surgical Treatment in Trigger Finger Treatment. 17th National Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Congress - 6. National Hand Rehabilitation Congress, 78-79. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, Ateş Miruna Florentina, DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, UGUTMEN ENDER (2019). Evaluation of the effects of lateral deltoid split procedure in the surgical treatment of proximal humerus fractures in terms of axillary nerve and shoulder joint function. 29. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 53(S1), 82-83. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

DAĞTAŞ MİRZA ZAFER, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, NAJAFOV TURAN, UGUTMEN ENDER (2019). Comparison of Cementless Parsiel Hip Prosthesis and Intramedullary Hip Nailing in Unstable Intertrochanteric Femur Fractures Above 85 Years of Age. 29. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 53(S1), 165- 165. (Abstract Paper/Poster)

ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, SUR ÜNAL ÜLKÜ, MUTLU HASAN HÜSEYİN, ÖZKUT AFŞAR TİMUÇİN, ESENKAYA İRFAN (2017). Effects of different sterilization methods and repeated sterilization on carbon fiber rods. 27. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 51(S1), 106-106. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

ÖZKUT AFŞAR TİMUÇİN, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, ESENKAYA İRFAN, DEMİROĞLU MURAT (2016). Our results of fixation with double plate and strut graft in 3 cases of nonunion after repeated surgery in humerus fractures. 26. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 50(S1), 73- 73. (Abstract Paper/ Oral Presentation)

DEMİROĞLU MURAT, SÖYLEMEZ MEHMET SALİH, AYDIN DAVUT, AKPINAR FUAT, KILIÇ BÜLENT, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, ÖZKAN KORHAN (2016). Mathematical ratio between clavicle and ulna lengths and its role in clinical practice. 26. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 50(S1), 54-54. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

ÖZKUT AFŞAR TİMUÇİN, İYETİN YUSUF, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, SÖYLEMEZ MEHMET SALİH, UYGUR MEHMET ESAT, ESENKAYA İRFAN (2016). Our Results in the Mid-Term with Modified Medial Approach in Developmental Hip Dysplasia Patients over 10 years. TOTDER 6. Istanbul Meeting of Orthopedics and Traumatology, 48-49. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

KEMAH BAHATTİN, ÖZKAN KORHAN, POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, ERİNÇ SAMET, ÖZKAN FEYZA ÜNLÜ, KILIÇ BÜLENT (2015). Comparison of vitamin D, PTH, CA, ALP levels of patients with hip fracture according to fracture type and control group in Turkish population. 25. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 49(S1), 45-45. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

AKAN KAYA HÜSNÜ, ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, POYANLI OĞUZ ŞÜKRÜ, KEMAH BAHATTİN, ERİNÇ SAMET, ÖZTURAN BURAK (2015). Evaluation of naproxen sodium vecodein phosphate combination use in osteoarthritis. 25. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 49(S1), 72-72. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation)

ÜNAL ÖMER KAYS, DEMİRAĞ BURAK, ÖZHAN GÖKHAN (2014). Comparison of treatment outcomes of patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament repair with patellar tendon and hamstring tendonotograft using in-tunnel nailing system for femoral fixation. 24. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 48(S1), 27-28. (Abstract Paper/Oral Presentation) Supervised Theses - Specialization in Medicine

Najafov Turan, (2022). Biomechanical Comparison of Polyaxial Pedicle Screw and Angled Screw in Lumbar Stabilization Methods, Maltepe University-> Faculty of Medicine - Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology (Completed)Scientific Projects

Investigation of the accelerating effect of Vitamin K2 (Menakinon-7) on fracture union - Animal Experiment, Scientific research project supported by Higher Education Institutions, Executive: ÖMER KAYS ÜNAL, Researcher: MIRZA ZAFER DAĞTAŞ, Researcher: BELKIZ ÖNGEN İPEK, Researcher: BARIŞ KANBUROĞLU, , 07/02/2020 (NATIONAL)

Comparison of Tibia Intramedullary Nail (DSBLS with Distal Bolt Locking) and Distal Tibia Metaphyseal Plate in the Fixation of Distal Diaphyseal Oblique Fractures of Tibia: Biomechanical Study, Scientific research project supported by Higher Education Institutions, Executive: ÖMER KAYS ÜNAL, Researcher: MİRZA ZAFER DAĞTAŞ, , 28/02/2020 (NATIONAL)

Comparison of Tibia Intramedullary Nail (Distal Bolt Locking - DSBLS) and Distal Tibia Metaphyseal Plate in the fixation of distal diaphyseal oblique fractures of the tibia: Finite Element Analysis, Scientific research project supported by Higher Education Institutions, Executive Director: MIRZA ZAFER DAĞTAŞ, Researcher: ÖMER KAYS ÜNAL, , 28/02/2020 (NATIONAL)

Administrative Duties

Term 5 Education Coordination - Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine 2022

Faculty Board Member - Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine 2021

Quality Commission Membership - Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine 2020

Infection Control Committee Member - Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine 2022

EDUCATION

Balgrist University, Zurich

• Shoulder and Elbow Observership, Feb 8th - March 23rd, 2023

Bezmialem Vakif University

• Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Fellowship Program, March 1st - July 2nd, 2021

Istanbul Sisli Etfal Research and Training Hospital

• Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011-2016

Hospital for Special Surgery, USA

• Observership, May 2nd - June 30th, 2016

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

• Medical School, 2003–2009

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Istanbul Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Research and Training Hospital

• Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011-2016

Kilis State Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2017-2019

Yedikule Surp Pırgiç Armenian Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2019-2020

Istanbul Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Research and Training Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2020-2024

Medipol Acıbadem Hospital

• Orthopaedics Surgeon, 2024-present

Specializations

Adult and Pediatric Trauma Surgery

Knee, Shoulder, Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery

Knee Prosthesis, Hip Prosthesis, Shoulder Prosthesis

Deformity and Lengthening Surgery

Sports Surgery

Specializations

Scoliosis Treatment

Spinal Canal Stenosis

Fracture and Slip Problems in the Spine

Heel Spurs and Foot and Ankle Problems

Knee and Hip Prosthesis

Shoulder and Knee Problems

Coccyx Pain (Coccyx Pain)

Medical Fields of Interest:

• Spine Surgery

• Prosthetic Surgery,

• Trauma

• Sports Medicine

Education:

• ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY Istanbul Faculty Of Medicine (1998-2004)
• ISTANBUL MEDENİYET UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE / SURGICAL MEDICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT / ORTHOPEDICS AND TRAUMATOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Experience:

• İzmir Military Hospital (Military Service 2010-2011)

• Bingöl State Hospital (Compulsory service 2011-2013)

• Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital (Spine surgery fellowship training 2013-2014)

• Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine Dr. Lecturer (2014-2015)

• Medicalpark Bahçelievler Hospital (2015-2021)

Op. Dr. Ahmet Kurtulmuş graduated from İzmir Private Turkish College in 1986. He completed his medical education at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. Between 1992 and 1996, he specialized in Orthopedics and Traumatology at İzmir Atatürk Hospital. Between 2000 and 2006, Dr. Ahmet Kurtulmuş operated his own private clinic at the same time, where he managed his patients and performed surgeries at an affiliated private hospital with which he had an agreement. Due to unchanged regulations during that period, he was also able to work at a state hospital in addition to managing his private clinic and conducting surgeries at the affiliated private hospital. From 1997 to 2012, he continued his career as a chief resident at the same hospital. Between 2012 and 2021, he worked at Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital. After retiring from public service in 2021, he worked at Özel Ege Yaşam Hospital and Özel Ege İnci Surgical Medical Center. Since 2023, he has been practicing medicine in his private clinic. He is proficient in English. Married and a father of two, he is a member of the Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology and the Turkey Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association.

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• Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hand Surgery Branсh

• Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Spine Surgery Branсh

• Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Sports Injuries Branсh

• Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Pediatric Orthopedics Branсh

Assoc. Prof. Erkam KÖMÜRCÜ, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology, with experience in teaching and administrative duties. He has a Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology –Training Council (TOTEK) – BOARD certificate from 2010 and a Title of Associate Professor from April 2015. Dr. Kömürcü has extensive experience in orthopedic and trauma, hand and upper extremity injuries, fractures and dislocations of lower limb, radiological evaluation in musculoskeletal tumors, interventional hip dysplasia, benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors, vertebral fractures, low back pain and fractures in pelvis.

Highly experienced orthopedic surgeon with training in Human Medicine at Hacetepe, Medicine Faculty, Ankara Turkey and Spine Diseases and Surgeries at Baltalimanı Orthopedics Diseases Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey and University of California, San Francisco, USA. Has performed over 730 orthopedic cases in the last year, including spinal fusion surgeries, vertebral fractures, and vertebral tumors. Member of multiple international organizations. Currently professor at Maltese University Faculty of Medicine.

Education

1987-1988 100th year Mehmetçik Primary School, Denizli

1988-1990 İcadiye Primary School, Istanbul

1990-1991 Mustafa Aykın Primary School, Istanbul

1991-1994 Kadıköy Mehmed Bayazid High School, Istanbul (first place: 4.98/5.00 GPA)

1994-1998 Tarabya Private Yeni Yıldız College English (full scholarship), Istanbul (first place: 5.00/5.00 GPA)

1998-2004 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

2005-2010 Ministry of Health Istanbul Training and Research Hospital 2nd Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic

Profession Experience

January 2004 - May 2005 Private Health Insurance Officer, Başak Insurance Provision Center (KUNART Medical Assistance), Istanbul Headquarters

November 2005- May 2011 Ministry of Health Istanbul Training and Research Hospital 2nd Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, Assistant Training

May 2011- May 2012 Ministry of Health Khorasan State Hospital, Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, Specialist Doctor, Hospital Quality Director, Operating Room Specialist, Blood Unit Responsible Specialist

June 2012-November 2012 Medibaşarı Medical Center, Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist

November 2012 - August 2016 Bahçelievler Medical Park Hospital (Old Kemerburgaz University - new Altınbaş University) Assistant Professor - Faculty Member

August 2016-April 2018 Şişli Kolan International Hospital Orthopedics and Traumatology

April 2018 - Practice (Founder of Sportoteam Athlete and Spine Health Center)

Articles Published in National Refereed Journals

01 Lenke type 3 adolescent idiopathic with segmental posterior instrumentation

Coronal and sagittal evaluation in scoliosis

Tahir Mutlu Duymuş, Onat Üzümcügil, Merter Yalçınkaya, Yusuf Öztürkmen, Hilmi Karadeniz, Mustafa Caniklioğlu

The Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery, 2011; 22(4): 233–244

Oral Papers Presented at International Congresses

01 Stability results of hamstring anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with Endobutton femoral fixation

Yusuf Öztürkmen, Mahmut Karamehmetoğlu, AliVolkan Özlük, Yener İnce, İbrahim Azboy, Hilmi Karadeniz

9th Turkish sports traumatology arthroscopy and knee surgery congress 2008, Istanbul, Turkey

02 Evaluation of intraoperative complications during arthroscopic ACL reconstruction

Murat Mert, Ali Volkan Özlük, İlhan Açıkgöz, Hilmi Karadeniz, Mustafa Caniklioğlu, Yunus Atıcı, Yener İnce, Erhan Şükür

9th Turkish sports traumatology arthroscopy and knee surgery congress 2008, Istanbul, Turkey

03 Posterior thoracic selective fusion in Lenke type 1 adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Yunus Atıcı, Onat Üzümcügil, Özgür Çetinkaya, Merter Yalçınkaya, Gaddafi Duymuş, Hilmi Karadeniz, Murat Mert, Mustafa Caniklioğlu

9th International Turkish Spine Congress, April 27–30, 2011, Istanbul, Turkey

Oral Papers Presented at National Congresses

01. Total knee arthroplasty in gonarthroses with advanced varus and valgus deformities

Mustafa Caniklioğlu, Mahmut Karamehmetoğlu, Yusuf Öztürkmen, İbrahim Azboy, Hilmi Karadeniz

XX. National Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress 2007, Ankara

02. Treatment of acromiocalvicular dislocations with open reduction and K-wire fixation

Murat Mert, Mustafa Caniklioğlu, İlhan Açıkgöz, Hilmi Karadeniz, Yunus Atıcı, Gürdal Nursan

5th Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Congress, March 2008, Adana

03. Treatment of proximal humerus fractures with percutaneous nailing

Murat Mert, Mustafa Caniklioğlu, Ali Volkan Özlük, Yunus Atıcı, Hilmi Karadeniz, Yener İnce

5th Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Congress, March 2008, Adana

04. Calcium phosphate bone cement applications to subchondral bone defects occurring in the surgical treatment of tibial plateau fractures

Yusuf Öztürkmen, Mahmut Karamehmetoğlu, Erhan Şükür, Hilmi Karadeniz, Gaddafi Duymuş, Mustafa Caniklioğlu

XXI. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 3–8 November, 2009, Çeşme, İzmir.

05. Comparison of the clinical results of the Bosworth technique and the bracing method after open reduction in the surgical treatment of type III acromioclavicular dislocations

Onat Üzümcügil, Murat Mert, Erhan Dalyaman, Merter Yalçınkaya, Hilmi Karadeniz, İ.Erhan Mumcuoğlu, Mustafa Caniklioğlu

XXI. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 3–8 November, 2009, Çeşme, İzmir.

06. The relationship between aseptic pseudoarthrosis developing after posterior thoracolumbar instrumentation in scoliosis and the number of vertebrae participating in fusion

Hilmi Karadeniz, Onat Üzümcügil, Mustafa Caniklioğlu, Tahir Mutlu Duymuş, Yunus Atıcı, Yener İnce

Orthopedics and Traumatology Istanbul Meeting 2011, 4-7 May 2011, Istanbul

07. The effect of brace use on clinical results after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

Onat Üzümcügil, Engin Çarkçı, Hilmi Karadeniz, Merter Yalçınkaya, Yusuf Öztürkmen

11th Turkish Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Congress, 2-6 October 2012, Ankara

Posters Presented at International Congresses

01 Surgical treatment and results of acetabulum fracture dislocations

Murat Mert, Ali Volkan Özlük, Mustafa Caniklioğlu, Yunus Atıcı, Hilmi Karadeniz, Yener İnce, Gaddafi Duymuş, Gürdal Nursan

9th Turkish sports traumatology arthroscopy and knee surgery congress 2008, Istanbul, Turkey

02 Coronal and sagittal balance in Lenke type 3 adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with posterior fusion

Gaddafi Duymuş, Merter Yalçınkaya, Onat Üzümcügil, Yunus Atıcı, Özgür Çetinkaya, Hilmi Karadeniz, Mustafa Caniklioğlu

9th International Turkish Spine Congress, April 27–30, 2011, Istanbul, Turkey

Posters Presented at National Congresses

01 Plate application in the treatment of combined fractures of collum femoris and greater trochanter

Murat Mert, Ali Volkan Özlük, Hilmi Karadeniz, İlhan Açıkgöz, Yunus Atıcı, Mustafa Caniklioğlu

XXI. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 3–8 November, 2009, Çeşme, İzmir.

02 Treatment of periprosthetic supracondular femur fractures occurring after total knee prostheses

Yusuf Öztürkmen, Mahmut Karamehmetoğlu, Mustafa Caniklioğlu, Erhan Şükür, Gürdal Nursan, Hilmi Karadeniz

XXI. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 3–8 November, 2009, Çeşme, İzmir.

03 Evaluation of feet undergoing triple arthrodesis

Yusuf Öztürkmen, Mahmut Karamehmetoğlu, Erhan Şükür, Ali Volkan Özlük, Hilmi Karadeniz, Mustafa Caniklioğlu

XXI. National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress, 3–8 November, 2009, Çeşme, İzmir.

International Courses

01. XIII. Ilizarov Course “basic”, 2009, Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Adana

02. Scientific Study Planning and Presentation Techniques Course, 13-15 March, 2009

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