Mert Secer Aesthetic and Plastic Surgeon is an ASAPS and IPRAS-accredited clinic on Istanbul’s prestigious Bağdat Avenue. It specializes in plastic surgery for adults from Europe, the US, and other regions. The clinic treats 200 patients each year with two experienced doctors.
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Op. Dr. Ekrem Keskin is a plastic and aesthetic surgery clinic in Istanbul. It sits in the Kadıköy district. The center focuses on surgical and non-surgical facial and body contouring. Dr. Ekrem Keskin has over 15 years of experience in plastic surgery. He completed specialized training at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States. The medical team includes two doctors across three departments.
The clinic uses VASER technology to liquefy fat during liposuction. For breast augmentation, the team applies the Preserve Technique to keep natural anatomy. Non-surgical options include Endolift laser for skin tightening without incisions. International patients often travel from the USA and Australia for treatment. Facelift and liposuction patients get a structured nine-month follow-up.
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| Best period for the trip | May-October |
| Language | Turkish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
| Visa | is not required for a trip of at least 30 days per visit |
| Time difference with Europe | 3 hours |
| Time difference with the USA | 8 hours |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Medical tourism center | Istanbul |
| Popular resorts | Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Marmaris |
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What states need a visa for treatment in Turkey and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.
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In Turkey, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Turkish hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
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