Yigit Erdag

Dr. Yiğit Erdağ is a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology. He treats conditions requiring hand surgery, microsurgery, and arthroplasty. The doctor currently sees patients at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital and his private clinic.

Surgical Specialization and Expertise

The surgeon treats joint restoration and trauma. He performs primary and revision prosthetic surgeries for the hip, knee, and shoulder. These procedures include total arthroplasty for patients with advanced osteoarthritis or joint wear. Dr. Erdağ also uses arthroscopy – a surgical technique using a tiny camera to visualize and treat joints – for the knee, shoulder, ankle, and hip. This technique allows for faster recovery and less tissue damage.

His surgical practice also covers:

• Hand surgery and microsurgery
• Trauma surgery for bone fractures and dislocations
• Sports surgery involving ligament reconstructions
• Bone deformity correction surgery
• Robotic knee replacement surgery

Work Experience

• 2025 – Present: Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital – Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Op. Dr. Yiğit Erdağ Clinic – Private Practice
• Emsey Hospital – Specialist Orthopedist
• Konak Hospital – Specialist Orthopedist
• VM Medicalpark Kocaeli Hospital – Specialist Orthopedist
• Siverek State Hospital, Şanlıurfa – General Practitioner

Education and Training

• 2013 – Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital – Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology
• 1995 – 2001: 19 Mayıs University, Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree

Professional Memberships

Dr. Erdağ is a member of several professional medical organizations:

• Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association
• Turkish Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
• Turkish Medical Association
• Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association