Prof. M.D. Emel Özcan

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4 Years Experience
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Prof. Emel Özcan is a board-certified algology (pain medicine) specialist dedicated to improving her patients' quality of life through personalized, multidisciplinary pain management. Certified in algology since 2011, she joined Acibadem Health Group in 2025, bringing extensive clinical experience in treating both acute and chronic pain conditions. Her practice is rooted in a patient-centered philosophy, utilizing evidence-based medical interventions alongside principles from physical medicine and rehabilitation. Active in professional societies like the Algology Association and the Osteoporosis Association, Prof. Özcan emphasizes ongoing education and collaborative care. She is known for developing comprehensive treatment plans that not only alleviate pain but also aim to restore physical function and overall well-being, ensuring each patient receives compassionate and effective care.

Specialities

Prof. M.D. Emel Özcan specializes in treating a range of conditions within their field. Learn more about the treatments, procedures, and medical areas where they bring extensive experience and trusted care.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation M.Ch.

Educational Info

Learn about Prof. M.D. Emel Özcan’s medical journey — from education to specialization — and how their academic training supports their commitment to patient care.

Medical Specialization Board Algology(M.Ch. )
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation(M.Ch. )
Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation(M.Ch. )
Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation(M.Ch. )
Ankara University Faculty of Medicine(M.Ch. )
- Acupuncture Practice Certified Training Program(M.Ch. )
- Prolotherapy Practice Certified Training Program(M.Ch. )

Memberships

Prof. M.D. Emel Özcan is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.

Osteoporosis Association
Association of Physicians Specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association
Algology Association

Experience

With a career spanning 4+ years, Prof. M.D. Emel Özcan has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.

Acibadem Health Group( 2025-01-01 Current)
Private Medical Center( 2021-01-01 - 2024-01-01)
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Department of Algology( 1986-01-01 - 2019-01-01)
Head of Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine( 2018-01-01 Current)
Prolotherapy Workshop, Prolotherapy Course organized by Hacket Hemwall Paterson Foundation and University of Wisconsin in Wisconsin( 2016-01-01 Current)
Prolotherapy Workshop, Participation in the Prolotherapy Course organized by the American Association of Orthopedic Medicine (AAOM) in Mexico( 2014-01-01 Current)
Observation at the Hemwall Center for Orthopedic Regenerative Medicine and Marc Darrow Wellness Institute in Los Angeles( 2014-01-01 Current)
Boston, USA, Harvard Public Health School, Human Factors- Ergonomics Courses, Strategic Solutions and Ergonomics in the Workplace( 2007-01-01 Current)
Ann Arbor and Minneapolis, USA, Humantech Seminars, Participation in ergonomics courses on Industrial Applied Ergonomics, Applied Office Ergonomics and Creating Ergonomics Programs( 2004-01-01 Current)
Rotterdam, Holland, Spine and Joint Center, Prevention of low back pain and participation in special exercise techniques( 2002-01-01 Current)
Coordinator of the establishment of Rehabilitation Hospital at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine( 2000-01-01 Current)
Owner and medical director of Functional Rehabilitation Center in Istanbul( 1995-01-01 Current)
Working at the National Institute of Health in Washington D.C. USA on neuromuscular diseases and postpolio syndrome and participating in the following two studies.( 1993-01-01 Current)
Washington D.C. USA, National Rehabilitation Hospital, working on prevention and rehabilitation of low back pain, repetitive motion disorders, industrial rehabilitation, return to work programs( 1992-01-01 Current)
Study on chronic pain treatment and acupuncture and stroke rehabilitation at National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington D.C. USA. Participation in research on “Clinical and electrodiagnostic findings in Postpolio Syndrome” and Clinical Management of Enigmatic Pain, Post Doctorate Certificate program.( 1991-01-01 Current)
Oxford Back School at the University of Manchester and Oxford, UK, University of Manchester Rheumatic Diseases Center, studying rheumatic diseases and low back pain.( 1989-01-01 Current)
Spinal manipulations, epidural injections and local injections at Hopital Hotel Dieu Service de Rééducation Functionnelle, Paris, France( 1986-01-01 Current)
Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation( 1983-01-01 Current)
Study on rheumatic diseases and rehabilitation and local injections at the Clinique de Rhumatologie, Hopital Cochin, Paris, France. Participation in research on Dosage de Lacide Lactique dans Les liquides synoviaux: une aide au diagnostic des arthrites septique.( 1983-01-01 Current)
Brussels, Belgium: Paraplegia rehabilitation, hemiplegia rehabilitation occupational therapy, kinesiotherapy, electrodiagnostics at Universite Catholique de Lauvain, Service de Medicine Physique et Readaptation.( 1982-01-01 Current)

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