Dr. Selim Sanel
Orthopedics
36+
Years of Experience
About Dr. Selim Sanel
Prof. Dr. Selim Şanel is an orthopedic surgeon who has been working in the field for 25 years in both military and civilian hospitals at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul, Turkey. He has a special interest in arthroscopy, sports injuries, joint replacement surgery and traumatology, and is proficient in both Turkish and English.
Professional Background
- Experience/Years of Work: 1996 - present
- Bases In: Istanbul, Turkey
Innovations & Contributions
Prof. Şanel is known for his publications on bone health, surgical outcomes and his active involvement in surgical education in Turkey.
- International Award: Archives of Osteoporosis (2016) study on bilateral non-traumatic hip fracture in COPD patients on inhaled steroids won the International Award for Publishing Excellence.
- Peer-Reviewed Publications: Postoperative pain, fracture surgery, bone health, published in International Orthopaedics, Acta Orthopaedica Belgica and Medical Science Monitor.
- Book Contributions: Chapters in Orthopedics Consultation in 5 minutes and Surgical Treatment of Orthopaedic Trauma.
- Arthroscopy Instructor: Instructor at the Advanced Surgical Arthroscopy Courses organized by TUSYAD at Hacettepe University in a national level.
- Society Memberships: TOTBİD, TOTEK, TUSYAD.
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Speciality
Language Spoken
Awards
- • Microsurgery Excellence
- • Turkish Sports Injury Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD)
- • Turkish Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (TOTBİD)
Senior Orthopedic Surgeon
Anadolu Medical Center Hospital
Associate Professor and Deputy Chief Physician
Specialist
Specialist Physician
General Practitioner
Hospital Affiliations
Anadolu Medical Center Hospital
Established in 2005, The Anadolu Medical Center is one of the most successful private multi-specialty hospitals in Turkey; with locations in Kocaeli Province's Gebze District, which is approximately 30 kilometers southeast of Istanbul. It has been certified by JCI since 2010; and it continues to be certified under this accreditation process. As well as being JCI-certified, the center is recognized by the Turkish Ministry of Health to provide health-care services to international patients. --- ### Medical Specialties At the Anadolu Medical Center , an extensive array of medical specialties are available, while focusing on several key areas: Oncology and Cancer Care Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery Neurosurgery Orthopaedics and Traumatology General and Minimally Invasive Surgery Gastroenterology Urology Gynaecology and Obstetrics In addition to providing these medical specialties, the center has advanced equipment that enables diagnostics and treatments to occur effectively; including state-of-the-art operating rooms, Intensive Care Units, Robotic Surgical Systems, and cutting-edge imaging equipment such as MRI scanners, CT scanners, and PET-CT scans. --- ### International Patient Services Through the Anadolu Medical Center's International Patient Services department; support is provided to international patients through personalized treatment planning and co-ordination, multilingual assistance, airport transfer and accommodation booking and organization, visa applications and travel insurance bookings; and post-discharge follow up and telemedicine consultations. --- ### Patient Experience The medical staff at the Anadolu Medical Center work collaboratively together to develop patient-specific treatment plans that meet each patient’s needs and expectations. They focus on delivering safe, comfortable, and effective quality care to their patients utilizing evidence-based practices developed using the latest advancements in medical science.
Learn MorePerformed by Dr. Selim Sanel
Orthopedics
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Sports Medicine
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Robotic Surgery
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Spine Care/Surgery
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Stem Cell Therapy
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Medical Spa Treatment
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Rehabilitation
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Rehabilitation and Medical Spa Treatment
Integrated rehabilitation and medical spa programs combine evidence-based therapeutic recovery with luxury wellness experiences, offering post-surgical recuperation, chronic pain management, burnout recovery, and active aging programs in premium physician-led resort environments. These programs seamlessly blend physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, balneotherapy, and aesthetic medicine in world-class settings. The integration of rehabilitation medicine and luxury wellness is a growing niche available at premium cost in very few Western countries. A comprehensive two-week integrated rehab-medispa program that costs $15,000 to $35,000 at home may be available for $4,000 to $10,000 abroad at equally physician-led centers in Austria, Czech Republic, Thailand, or Switzerland. Leading international integrated programs offer daily structured therapy, [wellness treatments](https://curemeabroad.com/) personalized to recovery goals, and medical oversight throughout the stay. Patients consistently report receiving more comprehensive, holistically integrated care than they found available in their home country. The program physician's dual expertise in rehabilitation and wellness medicine and the facility's accreditation are the most critical factors. Confirm daily [therapy sessions](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/natural-therapies) are medically supervised. Continuing prescribed home exercises, maintaining dietary habits, and managing stress after the program are critical to sustaining the health gains achieved.
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Dr. Selim Sanel
Selim Sanel has been practicing medicine since 1990, giving them over 35 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Professor of Orthopedics and have built a focused career in professor of orthopedics.
Dr. Selim Sanel
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Dr. Selim Sanel
Joint replacement surgery with Selim Sanel typically costs 50-70% less than comparable procedures in the US or UK. Final pricing depends on implant type, unilateral vs bilateral surgery, and hospital stay duration. CureMeAbroad can request a detailed estimate after reviewing your X-rays or MRI reports.
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Dr. Selim Sanel
Selim Sanel has been practicing medicine since 1990, giving them over 35 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Professor of Orthopedics and have built a focused career in professor of orthopedics.
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