Dr. TUNCA CINGOZ

Snapshot Highlights

• Over a decade of dedicated experience in Orthopedics and Traumatology.
• Specializes in advanced Shoulder and Elbow treatment, including arthroscopy.
• Former Orthopedics & Traumatology Specialist for the Turkish Basketball Federation.
• Published author in peer-reviewed orthopedic journals.
• Affiliated with the reputable Acıbadem Health Group.

About Dr. Tunca Cingoz: A Leader in Musculoskeletal Care

Dr. Tunca Cingoz is a highly accomplished Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist in Istanbul, renowned for his deep expertise in the intricate care of the **shoulder and elbow**. Leveraging a comprehensive understanding of musculoskeletal health, Dr. Cingoz is committed to delivering advanced treatment solutions for both acute injuries and persistent orthopedic conditions, aiming to significantly enhance patient mobility and overall life quality. His career is marked by extensive experience gained at esteemed medical institutions and in high-level sports medicine, establishing him as a trusted authority for complex orthopedic challenges, particularly sports-related trauma and delicate arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Cingoz prioritizes a patient-centric approach, crafting personalized treatment strategies that integrate cutting-edge surgical techniques with effective rehabilitation protocols.

Key Areas of Specialization and Patient Services

Dr. Tunca Cingoz provides a broad spectrum of specialized orthopedic services, with a particular emphasis on upper limb conditions and sports-related injuries:

• Shoulder and Elbow Expertise

  As a leading specialist in shoulder and elbow medicine, Dr. Cingoz offers expert diagnostics and advanced treatment for a wide array of conditions affecting these complex joints. His comprehensive care includes managing rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability and dislocations, elbow fractures, ligament injuries, and conditions like frozen shoulder and epicondylitis, often employing arthroscopic techniques.

• General Orthopedics and Trauma Management

  Dr. Cingoz possesses extensive proficiency in managing diverse orthopedic conditions and traumatic injuries throughout the musculoskeletal system. His services cover fracture care, joint pain resolution, tendon injuries, and degenerative disorders affecting major joints like the hips, knees, and ankles.

• Sports Injuries and Arthroscopic Surgery

  Leveraging his experience with the Turkish Basketball Federation, Dr. Cingoz excels in diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries. He frequently utilizes arthroscopic (minimally invasive) surgery, facilitating precise interventions and promoting accelerated recovery for athletes and active individuals.

• Advanced Knee Surgery

  Dr. Cingoz also brings substantial experience in addressing knee pathologies, including injuries to ligaments such as ACL tears, meniscal tears, and other conditions requiring surgical or conservative management to restore optimal knee function.

Educational Foundation and Professional Training

Dr. Tunca Cingoz’s robust educational background forms the bedrock of his extensive expertise in orthopedics and traumatology:

• Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialization

  Completed in 2020 at Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University Faculty of Medicine, this advanced training signifies his specialized knowledge in the field.

• Medical Doctor (MD) Degree

  Earned in 2014 from the prestigious Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, providing his foundational medical education.

Professional Experience and Esteemed Affiliations

Dr. Cingoz has cultivated significant clinical experience across various reputable medical institutions and held a key role in sports medicine:

• Acıbadem Health Group, Istanbul, Turkey

  Currently serving as an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist since 2023, affiliated with a leading private healthcare provider.

• Istanbul Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital

  Served as an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist from 2022 to 2023, gaining experience in a major public training and research hospital.

• Erzurum Mareşal Çakmak State Hospital

  Practiced as an Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist from 2021 to 2022, fulfilling compulsory service and broadening clinical exposure.

• Turkish Basketball Federation

  Held the significant position of Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist in 2021, demonstrating expertise in sports injuries and the care of high-performance athletes.

• Arvin Yusufeli State Hospital

  Began his compulsory service as an Emergency Physician from 2014 to 2015, acquiring broad medical experience.

Professional Memberships and Engagements

Dr. Tunca Cingoz actively participates in prominent national orthopedic and sports medicine associations, underscoring his dedication to continuous professional growth and adherence to the highest medical standards:

• Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Contributions to Orthopedic Science Through Research

Dr. Tunca Cingoz is actively engaged in advancing orthopedic knowledge through his involvement in research and contributions to numerous peer-reviewed publications:

• Results of surgical treatment in neglected dorsal dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal joint without fracture

  Published in J Hand Surg Eur Vol. 2023 Jan;48(l):58-59. This research contributes to understanding specific hand injury management.

• The prevalence of biphalangealism for each toe in the Turkish population: An epidemiological study

  Published in J Am Podiatr Med Ass. 2022 Nov-Dec;112(6):20-065. This study provides demographic insights into foot anatomy within the Turkish population.

• Direct vertebral rotation significantly decreases the pullout strength of the pedicle screw: a biomechanical study in adult cadavers.

  Published in J Pediatr Orthop B. 2021 May l;30(3):230-234. A biomechanical study offering critical insights into spinal surgery techniques and implant stability.

• The videos on YouTube® related to hallux valgus surgery have insufficient information

  Published in Foot Ankle Surg. 2021 May 18:S1268-7731(21)00099-0. Examines the quality of online patient information for common foot surgeries.

• The role of conservative treatment after anterior cruciate ligament injury

  Published in TOTBID Journal 2020;19:512- 516. Explores non-surgical approaches for a common knee ligament injury.