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Prof. Levent Eralp

Orthopedic and trauma surgeon, specialist in orthopedic oncology

7 reviews

Istanbul, Turkey

Clinical experience: over 35 years

Languages: English

Rüya Karahan

Verified review

femoral bone sarcoma

Professor Levent Eralp performed a complex limb-sparing operation for a bone tumor on me. Thanks to his experience, my leg was saved and amputation was avoided. The doctor explained each stage of treatment in detail and always supported me during recovery.

11/03/2023

Sarp Aydin

Verified review

pelvic bone tumor

We turned to Professor Levent Eralp after several consultations at other clinics. He explained the surgical plan and possible reconstruction options in great detail. Thanks to his professionalism, the operation was successful, and recovery was better than we expected.

28/09/2022

Rüya Altın

Verified review

lower back pain, finger fracture

A respected doctor whom we consulted about my son's lower back pain and my daughter's broken finger. You can immediately tell that he is an authority in his field.

31/01/2020

Sarp Demir

Verified review

bone infection

GRATITUDE. I am 57 years old and a businessman. In 1994, after a hip fracture, a 50-cm implant (Küntscher nail) was placed in me. In March 2017, a painful swelling appeared in my knee. For two months, doctors could not make a diagnosis: some spoke of a bone infection, others referred me to oncology. After a long search, I learned that the best specialist in bone infections and tumors was Professor Levent Eralp. When I came to the appointment, what struck me first was his humanity. The attention and sense of confidence he gave were incredible. He confirmed the diagnosis of "bone infection," precisely identified the foci, and performed a complex operation. After 23 years of living with the implant, he successfully removed it and cured the infection. Many thanks!

12/10/2018

Helin Sayar

Verified review

orthopedic disorder

Without a doubt the best doctor in his field. His manner of communication inspires trust and shows how professionally he masters his work.

08/07/2015

Tunay Koral

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lower limb deformity

In November 2011, I came in with a diagnosis of deformity of both lower limbs (the right side was more severe). Professor Levent Eralp, together with Mehmet Kocaoglu, performed surgery using the L Crus technique and a fan method for the femur. My left leg was corrected. Both doctors are among the best in their field. I sincerely recommend them.

01/11/2011

Tuğba Ilgaz

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bone tumor

Hello. Due to pain in my arm, I went to a doctor and it turned out there was a tumor in the bone and urgent surgery was needed. I was referred to Professor Levent. He reviewed all the examinations and confirmed that surgery was needed. Thanks to his attentive explanations and care, I decided to have the operation with him. I am very grateful.

18/10/2011

Orthopedic and trauma surgeon, specialist in orthopedic oncology

Clinical experience: over 35 years

Professor Levent Eralp is one of Turkey’s best-known orthopedic and trauma surgeons specializing in limb reconstruction using the Ilizarov method.

This field involves bone lengthening and straightening for congenital and acquired deformities, as well as the treatment of complex non-united fractures and chronic bone infections.

Achievements and awards

Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul University (2009)

Fellow of the international SICOT program in orthopedic oncology, Kanazawa University Hospital, Japan — 2003

Honorary member of the Brazilian ASAMI Association for the Ilizarov method and limb reconstruction

Author and co-author of 60 scientific publications and book chapters. Has more than 4,000 scientific citations in international academic databases

Participant in international research on limb-sparing surgery for bone tumors

Member of the international professional societies SICOT, ISOLS, and LLRS

About Dr. Levent Eralp

Specialization

Orthopedics, traumatology, and orthopedic oncology.

Main areas of specialization:

treatment of bone and soft tissue tumors;
limb-sparing surgery for bone tumors;
reconstructive limb surgery using the Ilizarov method;
limb lengthening and correction of arm and leg deformities;
treatment of complex fractures, non-unions, and bone infections;
hip and knee joint replacement;
revision arthroplasty (replacement of previously placed prostheses);
surgery of the pelvic bones and complex orthopedic deformities;
treatment of musculoskeletal trauma sequelae;
operations using customized orthopedic implants.

Education

1985–1991 — Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University — higher medical education
1991–1995 — Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University — residency in orthopedics and traumatology
1996 — obtained specialization in orthopedics and traumatology
1997 — Holzminden State Hospital (Germany) — fellowship in joint replacement
2001 — Institute of Oncology, Istanbul University — master’s degree in epidemiology and biostatistics
2003 — Kanazawa University Hospital (Japan) — fellowship in orthopedic oncology under the SICOT program
2003–2008 — Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University — associate professor
2004 — Resurgens Orthopedics (Atlanta, USA) — fellowship in the treatment of bone and joint infections
2009–2018 — Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University — Professor of Orthopedics and Traumatology
2020 — Wishbone Orthopedics (USA) — advanced training program

Clinical experience

1991–2018 — Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology — progressed from resident to professor
2016–2021 — American Hospital in Istanbul and Koç University School of Medicine
2021 – present — private practice Eralp and Eralp
2023 – present — Acıbadem hospital network, Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, Department of Orthopedics and Limb Reconstruction

Scientific activity

Co-editor of the Springer book “Basic Techniques for Extremity Reconstruction: External Fixator Applications According to Ilizarov Principles” (2018).
Author and co-author of scientific works on limb lengthening, deformity correction, treatment of congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia, reconstructive surgery, and treatment of chronic osteomyelitis.
Has more than 60 publications in international peer-reviewed medical journals.

Membership in associations

International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)
International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS)
Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBID)
Brazilian ASAMI Society — honorary member
Turkish ASAMI Society
Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society (LLRS)

The clinic where the doctor sees patients

Acıbadem Maslak Hospital (Acıbadem Maslak Hastanesi)

4.6

12 reviews

Turkey, Istanbul

Acıbadem Maslak Hastanesi is the largest hospital in the Acıbadem Healthcare Group network, opened in 2009. After expansion in 2018, the clinic covers 106,000 m² and has 248–288 rooms, 20 operating rooms, and 27 intensive care beds. JCI accreditation, LEED Gold certification.

For Professor Eralp’s patients, the strong orthopedic infrastructure is essential: an Advanced Limb Reconstruction unit, an orthopedic oncology unit, joint replacement, orthopedic traumatology, and sports medicine.

The clinic offers modern imaging methods (3 Tesla MRI, CT, PET/CT), radiation therapy (TrueBeam Stx, MR Linac, Gamma Knife Icon), and da Vinci robotic surgery.

Acıbadem Maslak is one of the largest medical tourism partners in Istanbul.

Published 27.04.2026, Updated 01.05.2026