ORTHOPEDICS and TRAUMATOLOGY DEPARTMENT


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  • The Orthopedics and Traumatology department is a specialized division of healthcare that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. This department is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages, ranging from infants to the elderly, who experience conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves.
  • Here are some key aspects and functions of the Orthopedics and Traumatology department:
  • I. Musculoskeletal Conditions:
  1. Orthopedic Conditions: The department addresses a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including degenerative joint diseases (such as osteoarthritis), sports injuries, fractures, sprains, strains, spine disorders (such as herniated discs and scoliosis), musculoskeletal tumors, and congenital or acquired deformities.
  • II. Surgical Interventions:
  1. Orthopedic Surgeries: Orthopedic surgeons perform various surgical procedures to treat musculoskeletal conditions. These may include joint replacement surgeries (such as hip, knee, or shoulder replacements), arthroscopic surgeries (used to visualize and treat joint problems), fracture repair, spine surgeries, and corrective surgeries for deformities.
  2. Trauma Surgery: The department specializes in the management of traumatic injuries, such as fractures, dislocations, ligamentous injuries, and soft tissue injuries. Orthopedic surgeons are skilled in fracture reduction, fixation techniques, and reconstructive procedures to restore the functionality and stability of injured bones and joints.
  • III. Sports Medicine:
  1. Sports Injuries: The department provides specialized care for athletes and individuals with sports-related injuries. Orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine specialists diagnose and treat conditions like ligament tears (such as ACL tears), meniscus tears, tendonitis, stress fractures, and overuse injuries. They develop personalized treatment plans to facilitate optimal recovery and safe return to sports activities.
  2. Rehabilitation: The department focuses on post-injury rehabilitation programs to help patients regain strength, mobility, and function. Orthopedic surgeons work in collaboration with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other rehabilitation specialists to optimize the recovery process and prevent future injuries.
  • IV. Pediatric Orthopedics:
  1. Pediatric Conditions: The department addresses orthopedic conditions specific to children, such as developmental disorders, congenital anomalies (like clubfoot or hip dysplasia), growth plate injuries, scoliosis, and fractures. Pediatric orthopedic surgeons provide specialized care and employ techniques tailored to the unique needs of growing children.
  2. Limb Deformity Correction: The department offers surgical interventions to correct limb deformities, such as limb length discrepancies, angular deformities, and congenital or acquired abnormalities. Orthopedic surgeons utilize techniques like limb lengthening, osteotomy (bone reshaping), and external fixators to improve limb alignment and function.
  • V. Non-Surgical Treatments:
  1. Non-Surgical Interventions: The department provides a wide range of non-surgical treatment options, including medication management, joint injections (such as corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid), physical therapy, bracing, and orthotic devices. These interventions aim to alleviate pain, improve mobility, and optimize function without the need for surgery.
  • VI. Research and Innovation:
  1. Orthopedic surgeons and researchers in the department actively engage in scientific research and clinical trials. They contribute to advancements in orthopedic techniques, implant technology, rehabilitation protocols, and treatment modalities to improve patient outcomes, enhance surgical techniques, and develop new therapeutic options.
  • The Orthopedics and Traumatology department focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. Through a multidisciplinary approach, orthopedic surgeons, trauma surgeons, sports medicine specialists, and rehabilitation professionals collaborate to provide comprehensive care, aiming to restore function, alleviate pain, and enhance the quality of life for patients.
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  • Our Mission
  • We prepare and train surgical leaders in orthopedics, contribute to our communities, and improve the health of individuals and communities locally and globally through the discovery, innovation, application and dissemination of knowledge. In this context, our goals are;
  1. To provide the most compassionate, careful and highest standard of care to our patients,
  2. To lead in the innovative treatment of orthopedic conditions, and
  3. To pass on the legacy of our teachers by educating others with the knowledge we have been privileged to receive.
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  • Our Vision
  • To provide the world's best orthopaedic patient care, education and research.

    • ACADEMIC STAFF
    • Prof. Dr. SAMİ SÖKÜCÜ

      Head of Department
      E-mail: [email protected]
      Phone: 444-1-428 / -

      Prof. Dr. Cem SEVER

      Faculty Member of Department
      E-mail: [email protected]
      Phone: 444-1-428 / -

      Assoc. Prof. Murat GÜL

      Faculty Member of Department
      E-mail: [email protected]
      Phone: 444-1-428 / -

      Prof. Dr. Osman LAPÇİN

      Faculty Member of Department
      E-mail: [email protected]
      Phone: 444-1-428 / -

    Assist. Prof. Samet ERİNÇ

    Faculty Member of Department
    E-mail: [email protected]
    Phone: 444-1-428 / -

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