Assoc. Prof. MD. Gürkan Gümüşsuyu
Orthopedic Surgery
Assoc. Prof. MD. Gürkan Gümüşsuyu
Orthopedic Surgery

Assoc. Prof. MD. Gürkan Gümüşsuyu

Orthopedic Surgery

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Sports Surgery
Joint Surgery
Spine Surgery

Precision, Innovation, and Care in Every Movement

 

At Liv Hospital, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gürkan Gümüşsuyu stands at the forefront of orthopedic surgery and traumatology, combining cutting-edge medical technology with a deeply patient-centric approach. His clinical philosophy centers on restoring mobility and function through minimally invasive techniques that ensure faster recovery, reduced pain, and long-term joint health.

Dr. Gümüşsuyu’s expertise spans complex spine, trauma, and sports injuries, where he integrates advanced imaging diagnostics, bioabsorbable fixation materials, and precision-guided surgical systems to achieve world-class outcomes. Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual, aligning modern orthopedic science with compassion, comfort, and trust.

With his extensive experience at Liv Hospital Ulus, Medical Park Bahçelievler, and İstinye University Hospital, Dr. Gümüşsuyu has built a reputation for clinical excellence among both local and international patients. His mastery of evidence-based rehabilitation and dedication to continuous innovation ensure that every patient benefits from the most advanced orthopedic care available today.

Beyond the operating room, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gürkan Gümüşsuyu is a respected academic authority whose scientific contributions have shaped the field of modern orthopedics. As an associate professor and active member of leading organizations such as TOTBID, AO Spine, and the Turkish Spine Association, he continues to bridge the gap between clinical practice and scientific discovery.

His extensive peer-reviewed publications, featured in journals like Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research and The Journal of Orthopaedic Traumatology, explore groundbreaking topics from spinal deformity correction to bioabsorbable implants and ligament reconstruction techniques. Each study reflects his commitment to evidence-based medicine, ensuring his surgical techniques remain rooted in the latest global advancements.

Dr. Gümüşsuyu’s role as an educator and mentor has inspired a new generation of orthopedic specialists, emphasizing precision, innovation, and ethical patient care. His dual identity, a skilled clinician and visionary researcher, makes him a cornerstone of Liv Hospital’s world-class orthopedic team, where science and compassion meet to redefine the standards of modern treatment.

  • Gumussuyu G, Asoglu MM, Guler O, May H, Turan A, Kose O. Extension pin block technique versus extension orthosis for acute bony mallet finger; a retrospective comparison.Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2020 Dec 23:102764.doi:10.1016/j.otsr.2020.102764. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33333280.
  • Gumussuyu G, Asoglu MM, Unal M, Turan A, Kose O. Reliability of subluxation and articular involvement measurements during the assessment of bony mallet finger. Hand Surg Rehabil. 2021 Feb;40(1):87-92. doi: 10.1016/j.hansur.2020.08.008. Epub 2020 Sep 19. PMID: 32961286.
  • Unal M, Kose O, Aktan C, Gumussuyu G, May H, Kati YA. Is There a Role of Meniscal Morphology in the Risk of Noncontact Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture? A Case-Control Study. J Knee Surg. 2021 Apr;34(5):570-580. doi: 10.1055/s-0040-1713814. Epub 2020 Jul 13. PMID: 32659821.
  • May H, Alper Kati Y, Gumussuyu G, Yunus Emre T, Unal M, Kose O. Bioabsorbable magnesium screw versus conventional titanium screw fixation for medial malleolar fractures. J Orthop Traumatol. 2020 May 25;21(1):9. doi: 10.1186/s10195-020-00547-7. PMID: 32451727; PMCID: PMC7248135.
  • Polat Ö, Gümüşsuyu G, Aman T, Özcan Ç, Uçar BY. A new approach for spinal deformity patients with meningomyelocele: reverse Y incision. Br J Neurosurg. 2020 Aug;34(4):434-437. doi: 10.1080/02688697.2020.1753171. Epub 2020 Apr 17. PMID: 32301344.
  • Kaya O, Hurel C, Gumussuyu G, Kose O. Bilateral calcaneal insufficiency fractures due to chronic carbamazepine use for trigeminal neuralgia: A case report. Niger J Clin Pract. 2020 Apr;23(4):574-576. doi: 10.4103/njcp.njcp_515_18. PMID: 32246668.
  • Gumussuyu G, Islam NC, Kose O, Gungor M, Ozcan H. Comparison of Two Segment Combined Instrumentation and Fusion versus Three Segment Posterior Instrumentation in Thoracolumbar Burst Fractures: A Randomized Clinical Trial with 10 Years of Follow Up. Turk Neurosurg. 2019;29(4):555-563. doi: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.25025-18.3. PMID: 30900733.
  • Gokcen HB, Gumussuyu G. A Quality Analysis of Disc Herniation Videos on YouTube. World Neurosurg. 2019 Feb 2:S1878-8750(19)30246-3. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.01.146. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 30721774.
  • Gümüşsuyu G, Çaçan MA, Mertsoy Y, Alrashdan A, Uçar BY. Is It Difficult to Dominate the Coronal and Sagittal Planes in Convex Rod Rotation Technique? The Effect of the Ucar Convex Rod Rotation Technique. J Pediatr Neurosci. 2018 Jan- Mar;13(1):58-61. doi: 10.4103/JPN.JPN_149_17. PMID: 29899772; PMCID: PMC5982493.
  • Canaz H, Alatas I, Canaz G, Gumussuyu G, Cacan MA, Saracoglu A, Ucar BY. Surgical treatment of patients with myelomeningocele-related spine deformities: study of 26 cases. Childs Nerv Syst. 2018 Jul;34(7):1367-1374. doi: 10.1007/s00381-018-3731-z. Epub 2018 Jan 25. PMID: 29372371.
  • Gokcen HB, Erdogan S, Gumussuyu G, Ozturk S, Ozturk C. A Rare Case of T1-2 Thoracic Disc Herniation Mimicking Cervical Radiculopathy. Int J Spine Surg. 2017 Nov 28;11(4):30. doi: 10.14444/4030. PMID: 29372134; PMCID: PMC5779266.
  • Gokcen HB, Erdogan S, Ozturk S, Gumussuyu G, Bayram I, Ozturk C. Sagittal orientation and uniform entry for thoracic pedicle screw placement with free- hand technique: A retrospective study on 382 pedicle screws. Int J Surg. 2018 Mar;51:83-88. doi: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.01.006. Epub 2018 Jan 31. PMID: 29367042.
  • Uçar D, Uçar BY, Coşar Y, Emrem K, Gümüşsuyu G, Mutlu S, Mutlu B, Caçan MA, Mertsoy Y, Gümüş H. Retrospective cohort study of the prevalence of lumbosacral transitional vertebra in a wide and well-represented population. Arthritis. 2013;2013:461425. doi: 10.1155/2013/461425. Epub 2013 Jun 24. PMID: 23864947; PMCID: PMC3707212.
  • Canbora K, Ozyurek S, Gumussuyu G, Kose O. Triceps tendon avulsion and associated injuries of the elbow. BMJ Case Rep. 2013 May 9;2013:bcr2013009460. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2013-009460. PMID: 23667221; PMCID: PMC3669868.
  • Durakbasa MO, Gumussuyu G, Gungor M, Ermis MN. Distal humeral coronal plane fractures: management, complications and outcome. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2013 Apr;22(4):560-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2012.07.011. Epub 2012 Sep 13. PMID: 22981357.
  • TOTBID
  • Turkish Spine Association
  • AO SPINE
  • National Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Congress / 29 October - 3 November 2013 / First prize in the field of poster presentation with modified extending rod technique in early-onset idiopathic scoliosis

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