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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Tunali Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Tunali

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Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Tunali

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18+ years experienceLanguages: Turkish, EnglishOnline consultationAcibadem Maslak Hospital · İstanbul
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Tunali
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About Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Tunali

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Tunali is an Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology specialist at Acibadem Maslak Hospital in İstanbul with 18+ years of experience.

He focuses on distal humerus and supracondylar humerus fractures, elbow stiffness, Monteggia fracture-dislocation, grade 3C open femur fractures with vascular injury, acetabular osteoid osteoma, and procedures such as distal humerus fracture plating, multiplanar tubular external fixation, elbow distraction interposition arthroplasty, and arthroscopic excision of acetabular osteoid osteoma. He consults…

Assoc. Prof. Onur Tunali is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow conditions. He earned his medical degree and completed his residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2014. Following his training, he joined the Acibadem Health Group in 2015, where he has been involved in clinical care, surgical practice, and patient-centered treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.

M.D. Tunali is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association, the Turkish Medical Association, and the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association. His work focuses on improving outcomes for patients with traumatic and degenerative shoulder and elbow disorders through evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Clinical Focus

Areas of Expertise

Conditions treated and procedures performed by this specialist.

Distal humerus fracturesIntra-articular distal humerus fracturesPediatric supracondylar humerus fracturesOpen supracondylar humerus fracturesElbow stiffnessMonteggia fracture-dislocationPosterior interosseous nerve palsy associated with Monteggia fracture-dislocationGrade 3C open femur fractures with vascular injuryAcetabular osteoid osteomaDistal humerus fracture platingMultiplanar tubular external fixationElbow distraction interposition arthroplastyArthroscopic excision of acetabular osteoid osteoma
Background

Education

  • 2014Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • 2008Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
Career

Professional Experience

  • 2015Acibadem Health Group
  • 2014–2015Midyat State Hospital
  • 2008–2014Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine / Research Assistant
Affiliations

Professional Memberships

  • Turkish Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
  • Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association
Research

Selected Publications

  • Evaluation of risk factors for stiffness after distal humerus plating. Int Orthop. 2018 Apr;42(4):921-926. doi: 10.1007/s00264-018-3792-3. Epub 2018 Feb 1. Tunalı O, Erşen A, Pehlivanoğlu T, Bayram S, Atalar AC, Demirhan M.
  • As a Definitive Choice of Treatment, Joint and Defect Spanning Multiplanar Tubular External Fixation in the Management of Pediatric Open Defective Supracondylar Humerus Fracture: A Case Report. J Orthop Case Rep. 2017 Sep-Oct;7(5):84-88. doi: 10.13107/jocr.2250-0685.908. Demirel M, Tunalı O, Türkmen İ, Sağlam Y
  • Biomechanical comparison of orthogonal versus parallel double plating systems in intraarticular distal humerus fractures Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2017 Jan;51(l):23-28. doi: 10.1016/j.aott.2016.11.001. Epub 2016 Dec 10 Atalar AC, Tunalı O, Erşen A, Kapıcıoğlu M, Sağlam Y, Demirhan MS.
  • Posterior interosseous nerve palsy associated with neglected pediatric Monteggia fracture-dislocation: A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016;27:102-106. doi: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2016.08.011. Demirel M, Saglam Y, Tunali O.
  • Grade 3C open femur fractures with vascular repair in adults. Acta Orthop Belg. 2015 Jun;81(2):274-82. Balci HI, Saglam Y, Tunali O, Akgul T, Aksoy M, Dikici F.
  • Arthroscopic excision of acetabular osteoid osteoma in a 7-year-old patient. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrose. 2015 Nov;23(l 1)3432-5 Aşık M, Erşen A, Polat G, Bilgili F, Tunalı O
  • Mid-term results of pediatric vascular injured supracondylar humerus fractures and surgical approach. J Pediatr Orthop B. 2014 Nov;23(6):572-8. Saglam Y, Tunali O, Akgul T, Dikmen G, Aksoy M, Dikici F.
  • Stiff elbow: distraction interposition arthroplasty with an Achilles tendon allograft: long-term radiological and functional results Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2014;48(5):558-62. Erşen A, Demirhan M, Atalar AC, Salduz A, Tunalı O.
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What is Dr. Onur Tunali's specialty?
Dr. Onur Tunali is a specialist in Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology at Acibadem. For a personalised assessment, the Acibadem international patient team can review your medical history and reports and explain the suitable next steps.
Which hospital does Dr. Onur Tunali practise at?
Dr. Onur Tunali sees patients at Acibadem Maslak Hospital in İstanbul. The international patient team can confirm current availability and help you plan a consultation or visit.
What languages can I use when consulting Dr. Onur Tunali?
Consultations with Dr. Onur Tunali are supported in Turkish and English. In addition, Acibadem provides multilingual coordination and interpreter support so international patients can communicate clearly throughout their care.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. Onur Tunali?
You can request an appointment with Dr. Onur Tunali using the appointment form on this page, or by contacting the Acibadem international patient team by phone or WhatsApp. After you share your details, the team checks availability and confirms your appointment, usually within 24 hours.
Is an online video consultation available with Dr. Onur Tunali?
Yes. Dr. Onur Tunali offers online video consultations, so you can discuss your condition and reports with the specialist before making any travel arrangements. The international patient team can help you schedule a secure video visit.
How many years of experience does Dr. Onur Tunali have?
Dr. Onur Tunali has around 18 years of professional experience in Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology. A summary of education, experience and professional memberships is available on this page.
Can international patients arrange treatment with Dr. Onur Tunali?
Yes. Acibadem supports international patients end to end — from the first consultation and treatment planning through appointment scheduling, interpretation during the stay and follow-up after returning home. Sharing your case for an initial assessment is free of charge.
How do I get a second opinion involving Dr. Onur Tunali?
You can request an independent review of your diagnosis and proposed treatment. Share your medical reports through the consultation or "Ask a Doctor" form on this site, and the team will arrange a specialist review and explain the available options.
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