Soraca Med offers ear reconstruction at prices approximately 70% lower than in the US or UK. The clinic holds an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate from the Turkish government. Packages are designed to be stress-free, typically covering airport transfers, local accommodation, and even city tours. Surgeons here use cartilage reshaping techniques to correct prominent or misshapen ears. This TMA-registered facility follows strict international standards to help patients achieve better facial balance through precise surgical care.
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The center sees around 600 patients per year, supported by 12 doctors across 5 departments. All-inclusive packages cover accommodation, transport, city tours, and shopping, and doctors provide 24/7 post-treatment monitoring and guidance.
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Memorial Antalya Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital. It was the first in Turkey licensed for liver and kidney transplants. The hospital treats 1.6 million patients annually across oncology, general surgery, and plastic surgery.
Estemita Aesthetics Clinic is a single-doctor practice in Antalya handling 4,000 patients each year. Dr. Hakan Ölmeztürk leads the clinic, which focuses on aesthetic medicine.
Estemita Aesthetics Clinic is a single-doctor practice in Antalya handling 4,000 patients each year. Dr. Hakan Ölmeztürk leads the clinic, which focuses on aesthetic medicine.
MaxxClinic is a private multi-specialty center in Antalya founded in 2008. Its main specialties are dental treatment, plastic surgery, weight loss surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. The clinic's doctors are certified by ISAPS and EBOPRAS.
MaxxClinic is a private multi-specialty center in Antalya founded in 2008. Its main specialties are dental treatment, plastic surgery, weight loss surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. The clinic's doctors are certified by ISAPS and EBOPRAS.
Professor Cemal Firat specializes in reconstructive surgery, including ear reconstruction, at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.
Dr. Cemal Firat is a professor of plastic surgery at Medical Park Antalya. He focuses on microsurgery and complex reconstructive procedures. He treats nerve injuries, cleft palates, and skin tumors. Dr. Firat works at a facility that holds international health tourism certification.
Memorial Antalya Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital. It was the first in Turkey licensed for liver and kidney transplants. The hospital treats 1.6 million patients annually across oncology, general surgery, and plastic surgery.
Dr. Hasbi Meral has performed 2,000+ successful plastic surgeries at his practice in Antalya. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). This certification signifies his adherence to high European surgical standards. Dr. Meral specializes in facial rejuvenation, complex rhinoplasty, and body contouring.
Mert Meral Plastic Surgery is an ESAPS-accredited clinic in Antalya, Turkey. It specializes in plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine, and cosmetology. The clinic serves patients from Europe, Asia, USA, Canada, and Australia.
Dr. Hakan Ölmeztürk is a renowned expert in aesthetic procedures, including ear reconstruction, at his own Estemita Aesthetics Clinic.
The doctor is a leading expert in cosmetic surgery, specializing in mommy makeovers, mammoplasty, liposuction, and rhinoplasty. Recognized globally for excellence in these fields, the doctor has received outstanding reviews from patients. The doctor is also the founder of Estemita Aesthetics Clinic, which is renowned for its innovative approaches in aesthetic procedures.
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Dr. Mustafa Erol Demirseren is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at SALUSS Medical Group in Antalya. He performs body contouring and reconstructive facial surgeries, including mommy makeovers and facial feminization. He practices at a clinic authorized by the Turkish Ministry of Health for international medical tourism.
SALUSS Medical Group has locations in Istanbul and Antalya, Turkey. Since 2001, it has treated patients from 52 countries across five continents. The clinic offers over 20 treatments across 10 specialties, with hair transplants, aesthetic surgeries, and dental care as its core strengths.
Dr. Dilek Demirez has performed over 3,500 plastic and reconstructive surgeries. She practices at Memorial Antalya Hospital in Turkey. Her work focuses on rhinoplasty, breast surgery, and abdominoplasty. Dr. Demirez is an Assistant Professor at Abant İzzet Baysal University.
Memorial Antalya Hospital is a JCI-accredited private hospital. It was the first in Turkey licensed for liver and kidney transplants. The hospital treats 1.6 million patients annually across oncology, general surgery, and plastic surgery.
Dr. Gülsüm Çebi has performed 1,100+ tummy tucks over _doctor_3178_years_, with training in Taiwan and Scotland. The all-inclusive package costs around $4,300 – covering surgery, 2-night hospital stay, 5-star hotel, transfers, and interpreter services. Memorial Şişli holds JCI accreditation as Turkey's first hospital to earn this standard. Dr. Çebi is a member of the Turkish Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Association.
Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is one of Turkey’s leading multidisciplinary medical centers, operating on a 53,000 m² area with 252 beds, 13 operating rooms, and advanced intensive care units. Opened in 2000, it became the first hospital in Turkey and the 21st worldwide to earn Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, confirming world-class standards.
\n\nThe hospital is recognized for its expertise in oncology, organ and bone marrow transplantation (90% organ transplant success rate), IVF, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, and genetics. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and specialized centers, Memorial Şişli attracts patients from 167 countries each year, combining top-level medical care with Istanbul’s unique cultural and travel opportunities.
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Optimed International Hospital is an AACI-accredited multi-specialty hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey. It treats over 200,000 patients each year. Its strongest specialties include neurosurgery, oncology, and nuclear medicine.
Ear reconstruction in Antalya typically costs from _op_928_city_382_price_from_ to _op_928_city_382_price_to_. Pricing depends on whether the surgeon uses rib cartilage grafting, medpor implants, or prosthetic attachments. Antalya generally offers more competitive pricing than Istanbul for reconstructive cases. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% compared to the US, where costs average _price_compare_US_average_. Packages usually include surgeon fees, hospital stays, and VIP transfers.
\n\nBookimed Expert Insight: Antalya stands out as Turkey's hub for complex maxillofacial reconstruction. The city concentrates professors like Cemal Firat, who holds a doctorate in nerve healing and reconstructive microsurgery. Memorial Antalya Hospital provides JCI-accredited safety, which is essential for multi-stage ear surgeries. This expertise ensures that high-volume centers handle both aesthetic and functional aspects within a single surgical plan.
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\nDay 2: Pre-Operation
\nDay 3: Ear Reconstruction
\nDay 4: Post-Operation
\nWeek 1-2: Rehabilitation Phase 1
\nWeek 3-4: Rehabilitation Phase 2
\nWeek 5-6: Rehabilitation Phase 3
\nMonth 3: Final Result
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