Orthopaedics · Trauma · Hand Surgery & Microsurgery · Istanbul
Op. Dr. Gökhan Tolga Akbulut
Orthopaedic and Trauma SurgeonHand Surgery and Microsurgery
Op. Dr. Gökhan Tolga Akbulut is an orthopaedic and trauma surgeon and university faculty member in Istanbul. He treats fractures and their complications, knee and hip problems, sports injuries, limb deformities and hand injuries, including microsurgical nerve and vessel repair.
- 2004
- MD, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
- 2012
- Specialist in Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Hacettepe University
- Faculty
- Istanbul Esenyurt University
01Treatments
Treatments
- Hip and femur fracturesFixation or joint replacement planned according to age and bone quality, with early mobilisation.
- Shoulder fractures and dislocationPlate, nail or prosthesis for fractures; arthroscopic stabilisation for recurrent dislocation.
- Limb lengtheningControlled, gradual bone lengthening with internal lengthening nails.
- Leg deformity correctionBow legs, knock knees and malunited fractures corrected by osteotomy.
- Knee and hip replacementFor advanced arthritis that does not respond to non-surgical treatment.
- Meniscus and ACL surgeryArthroscopic meniscus repair and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
- Hand and wrist surgeryCarpal tunnel, trigger finger, ganglion, wrist fractures and ligament injuries.
- MicrosurgeryReplantation of amputated fingers, nerve and vessel repair.
- Tendon injuriesRepair of hand tendons, Achilles, biceps and quadriceps tendon ruptures.
- Non-union and malunionRevision surgery for fractures that have not healed or healed in the wrong position.
02How it works
For international patients
Send your images
Send your X-ray, MRI or CT images and medical reports via WhatsApp.
Pre-assessment
Your images are reviewed and the need for an examination, possible treatment options and the expected length of stay are discussed.
Examination in Istanbul
The final treatment plan is made together with you after the physical examination in Istanbul.
Treatment and follow-up
After treatment, follow-up can partly continue remotely with images taken in your home country.
03FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to come to Istanbul for the first assessment?
No. A pre-assessment can be made from the images and reports you send. A physical examination in Istanbul is required before a final treatment plan.
Which languages can I communicate in?
Communication is possible in Turkish and English.
How long will I need to stay in Istanbul?
This depends on the treatment. It is discussed during the pre-assessment.
Where is the clinic?
Atatürk Mah., Salıpazarı Cd. No:30, 34307 Küçükçekmece, Istanbul, Turkey.
04Contact