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About Op. Dr. Utku Erdem Özer

In 2001, I graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. As a result of the Specialization Examination in Medicine (TUS), I started Orthopedics and Traumatology training and successfully completed my specialty training in this field. Since my residency period, I have been interested in sports injuries, sports surgery and orthopedic trauma.
In 2019 at Medicana Health Group; I gained hand surgery and microsurgery experience at Manus Hand Group between 2010-2012 and improved my skills in this field.

For more than 20 years, I have been serving in the field of orthopedic surgery. I have extensive experience in sports injuries, hip and knee prostheses, arthroscopic surgeries and orthopedic traumas, peripheral nerve entrapment surgery. As a lecturer, I teach Anatomy and Surgical Science in the Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Haliç University Faculty of Health Sciences.

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Triathlon Background

In the early 2000s, I became interested in running and cycling as an amateur. In 2014, I became interested in triathlon competitions and added swimming. Since then, I have completed 10 Half-Ironman and 2 full distance Ironman races, mostly abroad.

My active athlete identity has enabled me to look at athlete injuries through the eyes of an athlete as well as a surgeon. In this way, I can better understand athlete injuries by approaching them from the perspective of both a surgeon and an athlete, and I can create effective treatment plans by managing the possible differences of opinion between the patient and the physician in the best way.

My Treatment Approach and Experiences

My Approach for Athlete Patients:

I prefer to treat sports injuries with non-surgical methods whenever possible. I know that for both professional and amateur athletes, surgery means a longer return-to-sport period. Therefore, I adjust each athlete’s training program, diet, and lifestyle to support the quickest possible return to sports.

I apply injection therapies, one of the non-surgical methods, with precision under ultrasound guidance. With this method, I can directly target the area that needs treatment and optimize the results.

However, when surgery is unavoidable, I strive to use minimally invasive surgical techniques to ensure a rapid return to sports or daily life.

My Approach for Non-Athlete Patients:

In addition to athletes, I am also specialized in the treatment of general orthopedic conditions such as joint osteoarthritis, musculoskeletal problems, cartilage lesions, and shoulder, knee, and hip issues.
I especially offer treatment options in the following areas:

  • Knee and hip replacements
  • Piriformis syndrome
  • Nerve entrapment syndromes (such as foot drop)
  • Meniscus and ligament injuries
  • Foot and ankle problems (such as ankle impingement syndromes, Haglund’s deformity)
  • Tendon tears
  • Shoulder joint specific problems (tendon tears, impingement syndrome, frozen shoulder, calcific tendinitis)

I offer both surgical and non-surgical treatment options for such conditions.

In addition, I integrate joint health protocols that support a long and quality life in aging individuals into my practice. To increase quality of life, I implement multidisciplinary approaches such as strength training, diet planning, and personalized rehabilitation programs.

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Memberships in Civil Society Organizations

  • Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)

  • Turkish Orthopaedics and Traumatology Association (TOTDER)

  • Istanbul Medical Chamber

  • Trabzon Anatolian High School Alumni Association

  • Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Sports Club

My Duties in Sports Clubs and Sports Federations

  • I served as a Board Member and Health Committee Member at the Turkish Triathlon Federation between 2016 and 2018.

  • From 2018 to 2021, I was the president of the Marathon Istanbul Sports Club, which consisted of triathlon, marathon, and ultramarathon athletes.

  • Between 2019 and 2023, I served as a Board Member and Chairman of the Health Committee at Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Sports Club, which hosts more than 20 branches and brought Turkey the highest number of medals at the Olympics.

  • Since 2021, I have been a Health Committee Member of the Turkish Athletics Federation.

  • In the 2020-2021 season, I worked as the team doctor of Karagümrük Sports Club, one of the Super League teams.

  • From 2021 to 2024, I served as a Consultant Doctor for Sigortam.net Basketball Team.

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