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A graduate of the Faculty of Medicine at the Medical University of prof. K. Skubiszewski in Lublin (1994-2000). After a post-graduate internship in 2003-2004, he was an assistant in the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology with the Hip and Knee Endoprosthesoplasty Center of the "Frederic Chopin" Provincial Specialistic Hospital in Rzeszów. For 12 years, he was an assistant in the Clinical Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at the Saint "Jadwiga the Queen" Clinical Provincial Hospital. From 2006 until now, Senior Assistant of the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at the Specialistic "Holy Family" Hospital in Rzeszów. He obtained the title of specialist after the exam on November 25, 2009. Apart from the workplace, he also gained skills and experience during numerous theoretical and practical courses and trainings organized in Poland and abroad, carried out in the best orthopedic centers.

Ph.D. Andrzej Suwara / Orthopedist 

Doctor Andrzej Suwara began his medical studies at the Medical University of Białystok. He obtained the title of Doctor of Medical Sciences after defending his PhD thesis in Neuropharmacology at the Medical University of Białystok.

Dr. Andrzej Suwara obtained specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology of the Musculoskeletal Sy and thanks to this he started working at the Orthopedics Department of the district hospital in Starachowice. Then he started working in the Department of Traumatic Surgery of the Musculoskeletal Sy and Adult Orthopedics of the Independent Public Clinical Hospital. Prof. Adam Gruca in Otwock. Thanks to his knowledge and experience, he became the Head of the Traumatology and Orthopedics Department of the Praski Hospital in Warsaw and the Medical Director of this hospital.

His skills were appreciated thanks to international cooperation with prof. Derek McMinn, the creator and popularizer of hip joint capoplasty, and prof. Siegfried Hofmann, former head of the Orthopedics Clinic in Stolzalpe Austria.

Doctor Andrzej Suwara constantly improves his qualifications and participates in many training courses both in Poland and around the world. He completed specialized international training, including: at the University Hospital of Martin in Slovakia, BMI Edgbaston Hospital Birmingham in the UK, Keble College Oxford in the UK, Zimmer Institute in Denmark, Corin Academy in Germany, DePuy Synthes Instytute in Germany, American Academy of Orhopaedic Surgeons in Las Vegas, Tygerberg Department of Anatomy Stellenbosch University in South Africa and many others.

Dr. Marouane is a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon from France with over 30 years of European experience. He specializes in upper limb surgery for hand, elbow, shoulder, and nerve reconstruction using open, arthroscopic, and innovative techniques to ensure a faster recovery time for patients. He founded three centers for hand and upper limb surgery in France. He has performed over 8,000 surgeries, consistently meeting or exceeding patient expectations. In 2011, he was awarded the French Legion of Honour’s Knight of the Legion of Honour (Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur). He is the Founder of Tunisia’s Sports Medicine Center. His clinical expertise includes the following,

Endoscopic release of carpal tunnel syndrome bone and joint injuries of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder

Microsurgery for tendons and nerve injuries

Late sequelae after nerve and tendon injuries, tendon, and nerve transfer

Fracture of the scaphoid and non-union reconstruction

Prosthesis – joint Replacement: shoulder, elbow, wrist, thumb, fingers

Injuries sustained during sports and arthroscopic management

Recurrent dislocations of the shoulder, rotator cuff issues, acromioclavicular disorder, impingement syndrome

Sequelae of dislocations of the elbow, instability, and ulnar nerve syndrome of the elbow

Dr. Marouane is passionate about sports and was a professional football player for several years as a goalkeeper.

Awards & Achievements

Performed over 8,000 surgeries, consistently meeting or exceeding patient expectations

French Knight of the Legion of Honor (Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur) in 2011

Gold Medal from Montpellier Medical School in 1997

Best Medical Thesis Sustained in France in 1997 About Brachial Plexus injury, "How to Restore Elbow Flexion with 3 Intercostal Nerve to the Motor Branch of the Biceps."

Research & Publications

Le Delai De Reinnervation Musculaire Post Operaoire : nouveau concept d’analyse des résultats de la chirurgie nerveuse périphérique; M. Boulouednine, y. Allieu- g.E.M. - Paris.

The post OP reinnervation delay (port); New concept on nerve repair analysis. M. Boulouednine, y. Allieu. 9th congress of the International Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand (IFSSH), Budapest, Le Snapping Triceps at the elbow. M. Boulouednine- Journees de traumatologie du sport st tropez.

Dr. Ozgur Cicekli is a specialist in orthopedics and traumatology. He focuses on sports injuries, joint-preserving surgery, arthroplasty, and orthopedic trauma. He is known for his skills in advanced surgical methods. Dr. Cicekli has also published more than 10 articles in international medical journals.

He is a member of the Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery since 2018. He also belongs to the Federation of Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology since 2012. Dr. Cicekli received his Orthopedics and Traumatology Qualification Certificate in 2014. He often attends advanced training courses both in Turkey and abroad.

• 2017;Near East University Hospital
• 2015 - 2017; Aksaz Military Hospital
• 2010 - 2015; GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital Ankara
• 2001 - 2007; GATA Medical Faculty Ankara

Professional experience

• 2018 – present : Head of the Traumatology Department at the International Orthopaedic Center Hospital Ruber Internacional in Madrid.
• 2000 – 2018 : Specialist in Hip and Knee Surgery at the International Center Hospital Ruber Internacional, Madrid.
• Until 2000 : Deputy Head of the Traumatology Department at the Hospital J. Puerta de Hierro, Madrid.

Education and qualifications

• 1992 : Medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the Autonomous University of Madrid.
• Specialization in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology at the Puerta de Hierro Hospital.

Scientific research and clinical trials

1. Phase 2B : Efficacy and safety study of PD 0348292 for the prevention of venous thromboembolic events (VTE) in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.
2. CV185-047 : Comparison of the efficacy of apixaban and enoxaparin for the prevention of VTE.
3. CV185-035 : A study of prevention of deep vein thrombosis after hip replacement.
4. PRADAXA® 1160.85 : A study of the efficacy of dabigatran etexilate for the prevention of VTE following hip and knee surgery.
5. PRADAXA® 1160.84 : Evaluation of the safety of dabigatran in patients with moderate renal impairment after total renal arthroplasty.

Learning and Teaching

• 1997–2000 : Associate Professor, Department of Traumatology, Puerta de Hierro Hospital, Madrid.

Specialization and innovation

• Knee replacement : Using the latest generation navigation sys, Rapid Recovery and ERAS protocols for accelerated recovery.
• Hip Replacement : Minimally Invasive Techniques and Improved Restorative Protocols.
• Arthroscopic surgery : Treatment of diseases of the knee and hip joints.
• Non-surgical treatment : Introduction of innovative infiltration techniques for joint pathology.

Recognition and achievements

• 2022 : Included in the Forbes list as one of the 100 best doctors in Spain , recognized for leadership and innovation in joint surgery using navigation technologies.
• Since 2008 : ISO 9001:2008 certification for quality of hip and knee replacement surgeries.

Membership in professional organizations

• International Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons .
• Member of the Spanish Association of Arthroscopy .

The doctor has established himself as a pioneer in the field of joint surgery, introducing innovative technologies such as navigation sys and minimally invasive approaches. His achievements and approach to patient recovery make him one of the leading specialists in Spain.

1. Professional Experience:

Since 01/18 Chairman / head physician of orthopedics, traumatology and sports medicine,
IATROS KLINIK, Munich, Germany

Since 06/17 Medical director of the Ortho Health Institute, Munich

www.ortho-health.com

www.nadlongevity.com

01/13 – 05/17 Chairman and medical director of orthopedics, traumatology and sports medicine 
Isarklinikum, Munich, Germany

November 2016 title as “Professor of Medicine” at the Technical University of Munich

03/10 – 12/12 Partner at the “Gelenkzentrum Zurich”, Zurich, Switzerland

03/09 Specialist physician or orthopaedic surgery and traumatology of the

locomotor sy

Since January 2009 Associate Professor at the Technical University of Munich

PhD / Professor thesis:

“New aspects to treat patellofemoral instability”

Jan 2009: Associate Professor at the Technical University of Munich

Nov 2016: Full Professor at the Technical University of Munich

01/07 – 02/10 Senior Consultant and head of knee department at

“Abteilung für Sportorthopädie“, sportsmedicine department 
Klinikum Rechts der Isar, Technical University Munich

Chairman: Prof. Andreas B. Imhoff

11/98 – 12/06 internship, residency and research fellowship at the university clinics of

Munich

Paris

Zurich &

Berlin

10/98 Third state exam of medicine, University of Munich

MD thesis:

„Influence of the capsular-labral injury in the anterior traumatic and atraumatic shoulder dislocation on the outcome after arthroscopic stabilization“

responsible: Prof. Dr. med. P. Habermeyer, promotion: 6th April 2000, Munich

Awards:

2010 „Patellofemoral Travelling Fellowships 2010“

2008 AGA research award:

„ Die autologe Matrix-assoziierte Chondrozytenimplantation (MACI) in der Therapie chondraler Defekte am Kniegelenk zum Vergleich verschiedener präimplantativer Passagezahlen, Zellzahlen und Besiedelungszeiten im Kaninchenmodell zur Standardisierung der Knorpelzellzüchtung.“

2008 Deutsche Arthrosehilfe e.V.:

„Klinische und MR-tomographische Langzeitergebnisse nach Eingriffen am distalen Streckapparat zur Behandlung der patellofemoralen Instabilität“

2006 best paper award: Klinische sowie radiologischer Ergebnisse, Veränderungen im CT und Knorpelvitalität nach Trochleaplastik - AGA, 30.9.2006, Salzburg

2004 AGA travelling Fellowship, AGA 2004

2004 DFG – deutsche Förderung Gesellschaft / German Government Research Fund

„Druck und Kinematik im stabilen und instabilen Patellofemoralgelenk unter muskuloskeletaler Belastung – Übertragung von physiologischer Kinetik und Drücken des Kniegelenks auf ein Kadavermodell“ -

Memberships / Presidentials:

Member of the ESSKA

Member of the ISAKOS

Member of the IPSG

Past President of the biannual IPSG meeting 2017 in Munich

Member of the AGA

Past President of the AGA knee committee

Past President of the AGA patellofemoral committee

Past Member of the regenerative committee of the AGA

Instructor for knee surgery of the AGA

Congress president of “Patella International” from 2008 - 2019

Congress president and organisator of “International knee update Davos” 2011 – today

Congress president of IC-CI in Austria in 2015, 2017 and 2019

Congress president of the IPSG in Munich in 2017

Education:

Karşıyaka Boys High School (1967 to 1973)

Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1973 to 1979)

Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (1980 to 1984)

Experience:

Kütahya Askeri Hastanesi (1984 to 1985)

Bingöl Devlet Hastanesi (1985 to 1986)

Alsancak Devlet Hastanesi (1986 to 1989)

Buca SSK Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi (1989 to 1991)

Würzburg University Hand Surgery, Germany

Indianapolis Hand Center, Indianapolis, USA

EMOT Hastanesi, İzmir (1991 to present)

Members of:

TOTBID (Turkish Orthopaedic Traumatology Association) - President (2013 to 2015)

TEÜCD (Turkish Society of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery) - President (2010 to 2012)

Turkish Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association - Founding Member

FESSH (Federation of Hand-Surgery Societies of Europe of the Hand) - Congress President (2013)

ASSH (American Society for Surgery of the Hand) - International Member

Turkish Medical Association

Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Association

Publications:

Sonographic assessment of transverse carpal ligament after open surgical release of the carpal tunnel.

The effect of medial side repair in terrible triad injury of the elbow.

Risk factors for occupational hand injuries: relationship between agency and finger.

Finger replantations after ring avulsion amputations.

What kinds of hand injuries are more likely to result in amputation? An analysis of 6549 hand injuries.

Epidemiology of injuries treated at a hand and microsurgery hospital.

Long-term results of major upper extremity replantations.

Ultrasonographic evaluation of iatrogenic peripheral nerve injuries in the upper extremity.

Comparison between two mini incision techniques utilized in carpal tunnel release.

Elbow arthrolysis in severely stiff elbows.

The effect of dorsal cortical comminution on radiographic results of unstable distal radius fractures treated with closed reduction and K-wire fixation.

The importance of the finger extension test in the diagnosis of occult wrist ganglion.

Accidental use of the median nerve as an interposition material in first carpometacarpal joint arthroplasty.

Can we use nerve gliding exercises in women with carpal tunnel syndrome?

Reconstruction of skin and tendon defects from wound complications after Achilles tendon rupture.

Should the amputations of the great toe be replanted?

Correlation of magnetic resonance imaging and intraoperative punctate bleeding to assess the vascularity of scaphoid nonunion.

Reconstruction of soft tissue and bone defects in the lower extremity with free flaps.

Heterotopic replantation.

Eight years of experience in crush and avulsion-type finger amputation.

Rolling belt injuries in children.

Replantations and their functional results: the Turkish experience.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tuluhan Yunus Emre was born in Ankara and is currently serving as an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at Acıbadem Kadıköy Hospital. He completed his medical education at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine in 1998 and pursued his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in 2006. Throughout his professional career, he has performed numerous successful surgeries and treatments in the field of orthopedics and traumatology, gaining extensive experience in advanced surgical techniques. He worked at Etimesgut Military Hospital between 2006 and 2010, and at Memorial Hizmet Hospital in Istanbul from 2010 to 2018, where he further enhanced his professional skills. Dr. Emre places great importance on academic work and continuously follows up-to-date treatment methods to provide his patients with the highest quality healthcare. With his comprehensive knowledge in orthopedics and patient-centered approach, he is highly regarded by both his colleagues and patients.

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

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.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Date & Place of Birth: 1968, Amasya, Turkey

Languages: English

MEDICAL INTERESTS & AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Hand Surgery

Microsurgery

Trauma Surgery

Shoulder Surgery

Arthroscopy

GRADUATION THESIS

"The Use of Angiography in Limb-Salvaging Operations"

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

İzmir Agah Efendi Primary School

İzmir Alsancak Secondary School

İzmir Atatürk High School (1985)

Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1991)

Kahramanmaraş Çağlayancerit Health Center (1992)

Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology

(1997)

EMOT Hospital (1998 - Present)

Balıkesir Military Hospital (2000)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Date of Birth: September 3, 1975

Place of Birth: İzmir, Turkey

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine: Ege University Faculty of Medicine (1991 - 1997)

SPECIALIZATION IN MEDICINE

Orthopedics and Traumatology Residency:

Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences, Division

of Orthopedics and Traumatology (1998 - 2003)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Research Fellow: Hospices Civils de Lyon, France (2001 – 6 months)

Orthopedic and Hand Surgery Specialist: EMOT Hospital (2004 - Present)

MEMBERSHIPS IN SCIENTIFIC ORGANIZATIONS

AO Trauma Association – 1. Member (since 2012)

Federation of the European Societies for Surgery of the Hand (FESSH) – Member (since

2010)

2.

3.Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity – Member (since 2007)

4.Turkish Medical Association – Member (since 2004)

5.Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (TOTBİD) – Member (since 2004)

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Encouragement Award - 2014

Awarded by: Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity

Best Research Award - 2012

Awarded by: Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Event: Akif Şakir Şakar Awards

DATE AND PLACE OF BIRTH:

November 6, 1974, İzmir, Turkey

FOREIGN LANGUAGE:

English (2011 ÜDS Spring Term Foreign Language Exam Score: 78.750)

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1986 – 1993 | Bornova Anatolian High School, İzmir

1993 – 1999 | Ege University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir

1999 – 2005| Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and

Traumatology – Residency Training

Thesis: Treatment Outcomes of Kienböck’s Disease (2005)

Thesis Advisor: Prof. Dr. Oğuz Özdemir

2003 – 2004 | Centre Livet Orthopedics and Traumatology Hospital, Lyon, France

2007 – 2008 | Military Hospital, Çanakkale (Compulsory Military Service)

2005 – Present | Hand and Microsurgery, Orthopedics and Traumatology Hospital,

İzmir