Knee Cartilage Surgery is an umbrella term used to describe surgical procedures that are used to regenerate, restore, or repair the tissue in the knee known as the articular cartilage. Surgeries can include osteochondral autograft transplantation, meniscus transplant, autologous chondrocyte transplantation, cartilage resurfacing, and more. These surgeries aim to restore the knee cartilage to improve knee function and delay arthritis development.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Knee Cartilage Surgery

Knee Cartilage Surgery Surgeons

The Knee Cartilage Surgery doctor typically first sees the results of the tests ordered to assess the overall health of the patient. Based on the initial assessment, the doctor would prepare a treatment plan tailored according to the individualized needs of the patients. The treatment plan for Knee Cartilage Surgery, its alternative options, the pros and cons associated with each option and the treatment cost is thoroughly discussed with the patient to seek their approval.

Once the patient gives his or her consent, the Knee Cartilage Surgery surgeon addresses his team members and shares the details of the case with them. The team members prepare for Knee Cartilage Surgery and share a scheduled date of the procedure with the patient. The patient is advised to follow a few instructions as given by the Knee Cartilage Surgery surgeon. In addition, the Knee Cartilage Surgery hospital initiates the formalities and informs the patient about the estimated cost. The patient is accordingly required to submit documents for any insurance claim approval.

What is the Knee Cartilage Surgery surgeon responsible for?

The surgeon is responsible for the preoperative diagnosis of the Knee Cartilage Surgery patient, for performing the operation, and for providing the patient with postoperative surgical care and treatment. The surgeon is worked as the leader of the Knee Cartilage Surgery surgical team.

Dr. Assoc. Prof. Sami Sökücü

Orthopedics and Traumatology | Associate Professor

MBBS, MD (Orthopaedics)

Istanbul, Turkey -

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sami Sökücü is an experienced Orthopaedic surgeon in Istanbul, Turkey who is currently working at the Medical Park Florya Hospital. He is a specialist in the field of Orthopaedics and Traumatology and has been in medical profession for over 17 years. Dr. Sami completed his medical degree from reputed İstanbul University of Medical Sciences and specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology, T.C. Ministry of Health. He received award of appreciation by Provincial Health Directorate in 2011 for his excellent clinical work. He is a member of several renowned medical societies and organizations, including European Board of Orthopedics and Traumatology (EBOT), Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBİD), Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Association, and more. Associate Professor Dr. Sami Sökücü is dedicated towards research and innovation in the field of orthopaedics. He has published a numerous research papers in peer reviewed national and international journals.

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