Halil Ibrahim Bekler

Prof. Dr. Halil Ibrahim Bekler is an orthopedic surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital. He completed microsurgery training at Cleveland Medical Center in the United States. Prof. Bekler also served as a Hand and Microsurgery Specialist at Columbia University School of Medicine.

Specialization and Surgical Focus

The doctor performs orthopedic microsurgery – a technique using microscopes to repair delicate tissue and nerve damage. He provides surgical solutions for bone and joint injuries, including pelvic and forearm fractures. Dr. Bekler performed hand surgery as a specialist in New York and Istanbul. He treats various orthopedic conditions:

• Knee and hip joint replacement and revision surgery
• Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)
• Carpal tunnel syndrome and tendon repairs
• Arthroscopic surgery for knee, hip, and ankle joints
• Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and rotator cuff repairs
• Bone deformity correction and limb lengthening

Professional Leadership and Experience

Dr. Bekler held leadership positions in medical institutions, including serving as an assistant professor at Dicle University. He directed the Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgery Department at the American Hospital. As Chief of Orthopedics at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Hospital, he trained many specialists. He also served as an associate professor at Yeditepe University. Prof. Bekler attained the rank of Professor in 2016.

Education and Academic Training

• 1985 – Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree
• 1987–1991 – Sisli Etfal Hospital – Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 1999 – Cleveland Medical Center, USA – Microsurgery Training
• 2006–2007 – Columbia University School of Medicine, USA – Hand and Microsurgery specialization

Professional Memberships

Prof. Bekler is a member of professional bodies that ensure medical quality. These organizations promote standards in surgical practice and public health. His affiliations include:

• Turkish Medical Association (TMA)
• The Turkish Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (TODCD)