Prof. Mahir Mahirogullari biography:

Prof. Mahir Mahirogullari is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon with extensive experience in orthopedics and traumatology. He graduated from the GATA Military Medical Academy in Ankara in 1992 and completed his specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital in Istanbul between 1995 and 1999. In 2005, he pursued further training in sports injuries, arthroscopic surgery, and knee surgery at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.

Academic and medical positions:

Prof. Mahir Mahirogullari has held various academic and medical positions, including:

• 1993–1995: Military service at the 10th Infantry Brigade Command in Erciş, Van.
• 1995–1999: Specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital’s Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic in Istanbul.
• 1999–2003: Specialist at Ankara Mevki Military Hospital.
• 2003–2007: Assistant Professor at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital’s Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic.
• 2007–2009: Associate Professor at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.
• 2009–2010: Associate Professor at Sarıkamış Military Hospital.
• 2010–2012: Associate Professor at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital.
• 2012–2013: Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University.
• 2013–2016: Professor and Head of the Orthopedics and Traumatology Department at Istanbul Medipol University.
• 2016–2019: Professor at Memorial Health Group’s Şişli and Ataşehir Hospitals.
• 2019–2020: Services at Art2Art Private Health Education Services and MedAmerikan Medical Center.
• 2020–Present: Head of the Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic at Memorial Health Group’s Şişli Memorial Hospital and operates a private practice.

Areas of expertise:

Hip Replacement Surgery: Prof. Mahir Mahirogullari is highly experienced in performing hip replacement surgeries to address conditions such as severe arthritis, hip fractures, and other degenerative joint diseases.

Knee Replacement Surgery: He specializes in both partial and total knee replacements, focusing on patients suffering from advanced osteoarthritis, joint degeneration, or injuries.

Arthroscopic Surgeries: Prof. Mahir Mahirogullari is proficient in minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques used for diagnosing and treating joint issues in the knees, shoulders, and other areas.

Fracture Management: He handles complex fractures, ensuring proper alignment and recovery through surgical and non-surgical methods. His expertise covers traumatic bone injuries, stress fractures, and complications from improperly healed fractures.

Sports Injuries: Prof. Mahir Mahirogullari has extensive experience treating sports-related injuries, including ligament tears (such as ACL and meniscus injuries), rotator cuff tears, and overuse injuries.

Arthritis Treatment: He offers both surgical and non-surgical solutions for managing arthritis, including joint preservation techniques, medications, and joint replacement surgeries, based on the severity of the condition.