Assoc. Prof. Gökhan Karademir is an orthopedic surgeon at Acıbadem Health Group with a specialized focus on the shoulder, elbow, sports injuries, and complex limb reconstruction. His expertise is enhanced by advanced European training, having completed the prestigious SECEC/ESSSE Education Scholarship across nine reference centers. He skillfully manages a wide array of conditions, from rotator cuff tears and elbow instability to sports-related knee injuries and pediatric orthopedic deformities, often utilizing arthroscopic and minimally invasive techniques.
What truly differentiates Assoc. Prof. Karademir is his international perspective and dedication to limb preservation. He is proficient in advanced reconstruction methods, including the Ilizarov technique for limb lengthening and deformity correction. His active involvement in numerous leading societies, such as ESSKA, AO Trauma, and the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, keeps him at the vanguard of orthopedic innovation. Patients benefit from his evidence-based, collaborative approach, which integrates the latest surgical protocols with personalized rehabilitation to restore function and mobility effectively.
Memberships
Assoc. Prof. M.D. Gökhan Karademir is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.
Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association (TODCD)
Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
Association for the Application Development of Limb Reconstruction and Ilizarov Methods (ASAMI TURK)
European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery & Arthroscopy – European Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery (ESSKA)
Hip Knee Arthroplasty Association (KADAD)
Child Orthopedics Association (COD)
Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTDER)
European Society for Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow (SECEC
Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (AO Trauma)
Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Training Council (TOTEK)
Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)
Turkish Spine Society (TOD)
Experience
With a career spanning + years, Assoc. Prof. M.D. Gökhan Karademir has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.
Acibadem Health Group( 2021-01-01 Current)
Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology( 2021-01-01 Current)
Avcılar Murat Kölük State Hospital(Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic / Specialist Physician (State Service Obligation) 2018-01-01 - 2020-01-01)
Truman Medical Center, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Division of Shoulder Elbow and Sports Surgery, United States of America( 2017-01-01 Current)
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Hospitals( 2012-01-01 - 2017-01-01)
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Patient Experience
Patients share their experiences and feedback about their treatment with Assoc. Prof. M.D. Gökhan Karademir, reflecting the doctor’s commitment to quality care, advanced treatment, and patient-focused service. Explore real stories from individuals who have trusted Assoc. Prof. M.D. Gökhan Karademir with their health.
After surviving a building collapse during an earthquake, I had multiple pelvic fractures and was told I might never walk normally. Dr. Karademir coordinated a multidisciplinary team at Acibadem Maslak for what he called 'reconstructive puzzle surgery.' His meticulous planning and post-operative care gave me back my mobility. I now volunteer with disaster response teams, sharing my recovery story.
As a 72-year-old retired classical violinist, I feared my career was over when osteoarthritis made my left hand fingers stiff and painful. Dr. Karademir didn't just see a joint problem—he understood my need for precise finger mobility. His innovative minimally invasive procedure restored my dexterity. Six months later, I performed a full concert at the hospital auditorium, dedicating the final piece to him.
My 14-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, suffered a complex growth plate fracture during a vault. Other doctors suggested she might never compete again. Dr. Karademir's specialized pediatric orthopedic approach involved custom 3D-printed surgical guides. Not only did he repair the injury, but he also designed a progressive recovery program. She's now back training and recently qualified for national championships.
As a professional marathon runner with a recurring stress fracture in my tibia, I'd seen five specialists without lasting improvement. Dr. Karademir identified a previously overlooked biomechanical issue in my gait. His treatment combined precise surgery with a revolutionary loading protocol. I not only recovered but set a personal best in my next marathon, crediting his holistic approach.