Snapshot Highlights
- Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology with a focus on Spine Health.
- Extensive international observership experience at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.
- Authored and co-authored multiple publications in reputable surgical journals.
- Active member of leading orthopedic and spine societies, including AOSpine.
- Dedicated over a decade to advancing orthopedic patient care and research.
Dr. KERIM SARIYILMAZ
Professional Experience
Dr. Kerim Sariyilmaz brings over a decade of dedicated experience to the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology, with a specialized focus on complex spine health conditions. His professional journey includes significant contributions during his compulsory service at the Mardin State Hospital Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic from 2012 to 2014, where he honed his clinical skills and patient management capabilities. Further enhancing his expertise, Dr. Sariyilmaz completed an observership at the esteemed Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas, Texas, USA. This pivotal experience provided invaluable insights and research opportunities in pediatric orthopedics and pediatric spine conditions, broadening his understanding of a critical sub-specialty.
Education
Dr. Sariyilmaz’s foundational medical education was obtained from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, graduating in 2006. He subsequently completed his specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 2012, solidifying his expertise in musculoskeletal care. His academic journey began at Trabzon Kanuni Anatolian High School, where he developed a strong early interest in science and medicine.
Professional Affiliations and Memberships
Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, Dr. Sariyilmaz is an active member of several prestigious medical organizations. These include the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Education Council, AOSpine, the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association, and the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association. Membership in these bodies underscores his engagement with the latest advancements and best practices in orthopedic surgery and spine health.
Publications and Research
Dr. Sariyilmaz has a notable record of academic contribution, evidenced by his authorship and co-authorship of numerous peer-reviewed publications. His research interests span a range of orthopedic sub-specialties, including case reports on rare conditions such as bilateral femoral neck fractures secondary to carbamazepine use and bilateral avascular necrosis of the femoral head due to heroin use. He has also contributed to studies evaluating diagnostic techniques, such as differences in alpha angles measured from pediatric hip ultrasonograms, and has explored biomechanical aspects of fracture fixation and spinal surgery, including the impact of interbody fusion and pedicle screw survival in degenerative spine diseases. His work has appeared in journals such as the International Journal of Surgery Case Reports, European Journal of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, and the Journal of Turkish Spinal Surgery.