Murat Topal

Murat Topal, currently a Lecturer at the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Kastamonu University, holds a medical specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He completed his Bachelor's Degree at Istanbul University's Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (2008) and Medical Specialization at Atatürk University (2016).

• Medical Specialization: Atatürk University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences (2010-2016)
• Bachelor's Degree: Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine (2001-2008)

His research focuses on orthopedic trauma, surgical techniques for hip dysplasia, ankle and foot injuries, and comparative analysis of fixation methods. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals like Medicine (SCI Expanded) and Annals of Medical Research, emphasizing clinical outcomes and surgical innovations.

Recent publications analyze posterior approaches for acetabular fractures, ultralow-dose CT protocols for ankle fractures, and complications in hip dysplasia surgery. His work also explores minimally invasive techniques, including arthroscopic treatments for anterior ankle pathologies and comparative studies of plate-screw vs. Kirschner wire fixation for hand fractures.

Scientific Awards:

• Best Clinical Study Poster Presentation, Kemik Eklem Cerrahisi Derneği (2016)

He has collaborated with researchers across institutions like Atatürk University and Süleyman Demirel University. Professional activities include participation in orthopedic congresses and training courses in foot/ankle surgery, arthroscopy, and osteotomy techniques (2012-2020).