Assoc. Prof. Dr. Niyazi Ercan

A highly trained Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist with advanced expertise in arthroscopic surgery, joint reconstruction, and sports injuries. Currently practicing at Güven Hospital and serving as Assistant Professor at Yüksek İhtisas University, he provides modern, minimally invasive solutions for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Clinical Expertise Arthroscopic (Minimally Invasive) Procedures: Shoulder rotator cuff repair & instability stabilization Meniscus repair & ligament reconstruction (ACL, etc.) Knee and ankle cartilage repair Hip labrum repair Wrist ligament repair Advanced Surgical Treatments: Vascular, nerve, and tendon repair Extremity fracture surgery Shoulder, knee, and hip joint replacement (arthroplasty) Areas of Interest Shoulder & elbow surgery Hip & knee surgery Foot & ankle surgery Hand surgery & microsurgery Sports injuries Cartilage damage Trauma surgery Osteoarthritis (shoulder, knee, hip) Education & International Training Bone & Joint Surgery Training – Salzburg, Austria (American Austrian Foundation / Hospital for Special Surgery, 2018) Orthopedics & Traumatology Residency – Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (2013–2018) Medical Degree – Ankara University (2006–2012) Professional Experience Assistant Professor – Yüksek İhtisas University (2023–Present) Orthopedics Specialist – Güven Hospital (2022–Present) Orthopedics Specialist – Ankara Training and Research Hospital (2018–2022) Research Assistant – Ankara University (2013–2018) Academic Contributions 7 international publications 7 international presentations 17 national presentations Contributor to 6 national and international medical books Memberships Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association Turkish Society of Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Professional Development Actively participates in international congresses and advanced surgical training programs across Europe, continuously adopting the latest techniques in: Arthroscopy Trauma surgery Joint replacement Sports medicine Professional Approach This specialist focuses on minimally invasive and function-preserving treatments, ensuring: Faster recovery and less postoperative pain Personalized surgical planning Restoration of mobility and performance Long-term joint health Why Patients Choose This Specialist Expertise in advanced arthroscopic and reconstructive procedures Strong academic and international training background Experience in treating athletes and complex injuries Multidisciplinary care within a leading hospital