KAYA TURAN

Dr. Kaya Turan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istinye University's Faculty of Medicine. Born in Antalya in 1985, he graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 2009 after completing secondary education at Antalya Akev Private High School.

His research spans several key orthopedic domains:

• Reconstructive Surgery: Gastrocnemius flap techniques for knee reconstruction
• Arthroplasty Innovation: Robotic-assisted procedures and bicompartmental knee replacements
• Minimally Invasive Techniques: Nail fixators for ingrown toenails and ultrasound-guided injections
• Diagnostic Advancements: Smartphone-based thermal imaging for nerve compression assessment
• Trauma Management: Classification systems and prediction models for complex fractures

Recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate methodological diversity including systematic reviews, national surveys, randomized controlled trials, and comparative cohort studies, primarily focused on optimizing surgical outcomes and diagnostic accuracy.

Professional recognition includes:

• Best Oral Presentation in Orthopedic Traumatology (2022)