Professional Experience
A seasoned orthopedic surgeon with diverse clinical roles:
- Current Role: Associate Professor of Orthopedics & Traumatology, Liv Hospital Vadistanbul (since 2021)
- Previous Roles: Military service at İzmir Military Hospital (2010–2011); compulsory service at Bingöl State Hospital (2011–2013); fellowship at Florence Nightingale Hospital (2013–2014); lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University (2014–2015); surgeon at Medicalpark Bahçelievler Hospital (2015–2021)
- Clinical Skills: Performs spine surgeries, joint replacements, trauma care, and sports medicine interventions
- Mentorship: Trains orthopedic residents and fellows
Academic Contributions
Dr. Gökçen is active in academic circles:
- Completed fellowship in spine surgery and served as lecturer at Istanbul Bilim University
- Research interests include spine biomechanics and sports trauma
- Member of professional societies: Turkish Orthopedics & Traumatology Association (TOTBİD) and Turkish Spine Society (TOD)
Areas of Expertise
His clinical capabilities include:
- Spine Surgery: Treatment of disc herniation, spinal stenosis, spinal deformities
- Trauma & Fractures: Management of spinal and orthopedic trauma
- Joint Replacement: Hip and knee prosthetic surgery
- Sports Medicine: Diagnosis and treatment of sports-related joint and ligament injuries
Publications and Research
Dr. Gökçen has contributed to orthopedic research:
Co-author on studies such as “Does stopping spinal fusion at L3 vs L4 matter?” conducted at Istanbul Spine Center and published in peer-reviewed journals. He is featured in clinical research, including assessments of patient-related outcomes in orthopedic procedures.
Patient Care Philosophy
He offers patient-centered and empathetic care:
- Communication: Explains diagnosis and surgical options clearly
- Empathy: Supports patients through trauma recovery and surgery
- International Patient Support: Fluent in English; provides online consultations and supports international treatment coordination
Patients rate him highly for professionalism, clarity, and positive treatment outcomes.
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Gökçen is a member of key national societies:
- Turkish Orthopedics & Traumatology Association (TOTBİD)
- Turkish Spine Society (TOD)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Hüseyin Bahadır Gökçen board-certified?
- Yes. He is certified by the Turkish Orthopedics & Traumatology Board and completed a spine surgery fellowship in Istanbul.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs spine surgeries (including disc herniation and fusion), joint replacements, trauma care, and sports injury repairs.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He offers English-language consultations and coordinates care for international patients through Liv Hospital services.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stays depend on procedure: spinal and joint replacement surgeries typically require several days of admission.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Gökçen speaks Turkish and English fluently.
- How can I book a consultation?
- You can schedule an appointment through Liv Hospital Vadistanbul’s call center or via their online international patient service.
