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Dr. Caner Kaya is a plastic surgeon in Istanbul with over 15 years of experience. He works at TWT Health Clinic. Dr. Kaya focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. His main areas include rhinoplasty, facelifts, eyelid correction, breast augmentation, thigh lifts, mommy makeovers, and FUE hair transplantation.

He earned his medical degree from Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University. He then specialized in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Marmara University. Dr. Kaya has performed thousands of surgeries. He is known for high patient satisfaction and strong safety standards. Dr. Kaya is dedicated to excellence and ongoing learning in aesthetic medicine.

Dr. Çağatay Güngörsün is an experienced aesthetic physician. He focuses on non-surgical skin and hair treatments. His main areas of expertise include skin aging, blemishes, and hair loss. He performs procedures such as spider web aesthetics, fillers, PRP, mesotherapy, botox, stem cell injections, and laser therapies.

Dr. Güngörsün has treated thousands of patients. He is known for his skill in hair transplantation, scalp treatments, scar revision, and fat transfer to the scalp. He graduated from Ataturk University's Medical Faculty in 1998. Dr. Güngörsün is recognized for his innovative methods and dedication to high standards in aesthetic medicine.

Dr. Gulsen Kose is a respected pediatric neurologist with over 40 years of experience. She played a key role in developing pediatric neurology in Turkey. In 1993, she helped establish the Pediatric Neurology Department at Ankara Pediatric Health and Hematology Oncology Hospital. Her work set new standards for patient care.

Dr. Kose focuses on neurodegenerative, neurometabolic, and rare acquired neurological diseases. She has special expertise in Autoimmune Encephalitis and SSPE. She is also known for her work with epilepsy, febrile seizures, and cerebral palsy. Her care has improved the lives of thousands of children.

Dr. Kose is a founding member of the Turkish Society of Developmental Pediatric Neurology. She is also active in five major international pediatric neurology societies. As a clinic chief and associate professor, she has influenced clinical protocols and specialist training across the country.

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Prof. Dr. Serdar Bedii Omay is a respected hematologist. He specializes in Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation. He graduated from Hacettepe Medical School in 1985. He completed his Internal Medicine training at Ege University in 1990. He earned his PhD in Hematology at Japan Mie Medical School in 1995.

Dr. Omay has published 65 scientific articles, 112 meeting papers, and 34 international conference presentations. He has served as a professor at Ege University and Karadeniz Technical University. He also worked as a Hematology Specialist and Molecular Hematology Doctor in Japan. His career shows strong expertise and international recognition in his field.

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Congresses Attended:

1. 2010 Turkish National Congress of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Antalya.

2. 2010 32nd Turkish Plastic Surgery National Congress, Trabzon.

3. 2015 37th Turkish National Congress of Plastic Surgery, Ankara.

4. 2016 Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery National Congress, Fethiye.

Medical Interests and Activities 

Arterial Revasculaisation in Coronary Bypass Surgery 

Major Artery Surgery 

Congenital Heart Surgery 

Education and Experience 

1985 – 1991 Istanbul University, Çapa Faculty of Medicine, (Doctor of Medicine) 

1990 Kinderspital Basel, Switzerland, Pediatrics. 

1992 – 1997 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Residency) 

1997 – 2004 Istanbul University, Institute of Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Cardiovascular Surgeon) 

2004 – 2006 Selçuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Assistant Professor) 

2006 – 2007 Selcuk University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, (Associate Professor) 

2007 – 2013 Florence Nightingale Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery 

2015 – Liv Hospital Ulus 

Memberships 

Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery 

Turkish Society of Cardiology 

European Society of Vascular Surgery 

National Society of Vascular Surgery

Research and Publications 

International Journal Papers: 24

National Journal Papers: 25 

Book Chapters: 5 

Various International and National Conference Proceedings: Above 50

He mainly works on smile design and aesthetic dental treatments. He has participated in many congresses and trainings both domestically and internationally in the field of prosthetic dental treatments and smile design. He has designed more than 2000 smiles so far.

He specializes in laminate and E-Max treatments and has developed his knowledge and experience internationally by receiving training in Spain and Portugal.

Smile Design

Aesthetic Dental Treatments

Laminate and E-MAX Veneers

Zirconium Veneers

Implant Treatments

Education

• Licence

Ege University Faculty of Medicine, 2009

• Medical Specialization

Mersin University Faculty of Medicine Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 2022

Institutions He Worked For

• General Practitioner

Yozgat State Hospital Emergency Service, Yozgat Maternity and Children's Hospital Emergency Service, Yozgat,

2016-2016

• Research Assistant Doctor

Ataturk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Erzurum,

2017-2019

Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Mersin,

2019-2022

• Specialist

Kutahya Health Sciences University Evliya Celebi Training and Research Hospital, Kutahya, 2022-2024

Publications

1. Hakan Cinal 1 , Ensar Zafer Barin 1 , Murat Kara 1 , Kerem Yilmaz 1 , Harun Karaduman 1 , Ihtisam Zafer Cengiz 1 , Oguz Boyraz 1 , Osman Enver Aydin 2 , Onder Tan 3 "Reconstruction of postburn contractures due to tandir oven." Journal of plastic surgery and hand surgery 54.2 (2020): 120-129. PMID: 32091303 DOI: 10.1080/2000656X.2020.1729777

Projects

1. Effect of Corm-3 on Flap Viability in the Abdominal Skin Island Flap Model in Rats, BAP, Project No: 2021-2-TP3-4543, 24169 TL, Researcher, National

Proceedings

1. Oğuz Boyraz , Yavuz Demir, Effect of Corm-3 on Flap Viability in the Abdominal Skin Island Flap Model in Rats, TPRECD 44th National Congress, Antalya, 2022
2. Oğuz BOYRAZ , Semanur ÇAKIR , Ümit TÜRSEN, Şakir ÜNAL , Foreign Body Reaction and Treatment Process After Self-Treatment with PDO Threads, Case Report, TPRECD 44. National Congress, Antalya, 2022
3. Oğuz BOYRAZ , Şakir ÜNAL, Baver ACABAN, Recep Okan ÜSTÜN, Yavuz DEMİR, Our Experiences and Results with Modified Webster-Bernard Technique in Reconstruction of Lower Lip Malignancies , TPRECD 43. National Congress, Antalya, 2021
4. Oğuz BOYRAZ , Şakir ÜNAL, Baver ACABAN, Recep Okan ÜSTÜN, Yavuz DEMİR, Our Experiences and Results with Modified Webster-Bernard Technique in Reconstruction of Lower Lip Malignancies, TPRECD 43. National Congress, Antalya, 2021
5. Recep Okan ÜSTÜN, Oğuz BOYRAZ , Atakan Meriç KAHRAMAN, Ege SAK, Erdi KAYA, Yavuz DEMİR, Case Report of Body Asymmetry Presenting with Asymmetrical Fat in the Same Region in Identical Twins, TPRECD 43. National Congress, Antalya, 2021
6. Göktekin TENEKECİ, Oğuz BOYRAZ , Recep Okan ÜSTÜN, Toprak GEÇGEL, Zeynel TULGAR, Patients Who Underwent Posterosuperior Pedicle Breast Reduction Surgery in Our Clinic and BREAST-Q Evaluation Questionnaire, TPRECD 43. National Congress, Antalya, 2021
7. Zeynel TULGAR, Atakan Meriç KAHRAMAN, Oğuz BOYRAZ , Recep Okan ÜSTÜN, Alper SARI , A Rare Soft Tissue Benign Tumor: Perivascular Myoid Tumor, TPRECD 43. National Congress, Antalya, 2021

Dr. Suleyman Hilmi Yilmaz is an English-speaking ENT surgeon. He is specialized in Otolaryngology, Otolaryngologic Surgery, and Sleep Medicine. He completed his specialist training at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital.

His clinical focus includes functional and aesthetic rhinoplasty; benign and malignant head and neck surgery; and treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. He also manages salivary gland disorders, performs thyroid surgery, and offers endoscopic sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps. He performs endoscopic ear surgery as well.

He uses minimally invasive techniques. These support faster recovery and less scarring. They also aim for both functional and aesthetic results.

Avangart Clinic Founder and Board Member Dentist Emrah Yeşilyurt was born in Ordu. He completed his secondary and high school education at Ordu Anatolian High School and Ordu Science High School. In 2007, he graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry. Between 2008-2019, he actively worked in the surgical and integrated departments of Sakarya Geyve State Hospital and Okmeydanı Oral and Dental Health Hospital. Since 2008, he has performed approximately 35,000 implant cases. In 2020, he became the co-founder of Avangart Clinic. Dentist Emrah Yeşilyurt continues to work in Avangart Clinic in the field of implant surgery and cosmetic dentistry. He has numerous certificates in oral implantology and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Efe Yanginer is a dental specialist with expertise in aesthetic dentistry, smile design, and implant surgeries. He holds advanced certifications in dental treatments under general anesthesia and emergency care, accredited by the Ministry of Health.

Dr. Yanginer completed implantology training at Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry. He is a member of the Turkish Dental Association. He has performed many implant surgeries and aesthetic procedures, earning high patient satisfaction and recognition for clinical excellence.

Dr. Özgür Ağlamış is an American board-certified cosmetic gynecologist. He is known for his skill in vaginal rejuvenation and vaginismus treatments. He graduated from Gazi University. He completed his specialty training at Zekai Tahir Burak Women’s Health Training & Research Hospital, the largest center for obstetrics and gynecology in Turkey.

Since 2018, Dr. Ağlamış has helped hundreds of patients. He developed a vaginismus protocol that shortens treatment to just 1-2 days. He uses advanced surgical and non-surgical methods that are recognized worldwide. He also attends international conferences and training sessions. Dr. Ağlamış speaks English fluently.

Dr. Ozden Gul is a general surgeon trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital. She has decades of surgical experience and is fluent in English.

Her practice includes gastrointestinal surgery (gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, GI disorders). She also treats endocrine conditions (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal) and breast disease, both benign and malignant. She manages emergency and trauma cases. She offers minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.

She has worked at Haydarpaşa Numune, Bakırköy, Taksim First Aid, Uzunköprü State, Keşan State, Beykoz Medical Center, and Medivia Hospital. She is known for meticulous technique and patient-centered care.

2022 – Present

Private Clinic, Istanbul, Türkiye
Founder & Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Providing personalized care in all areas of gynecology, obstetrics, infertility, and in vitro fertilization (IVF)

Focus areas include: high-risk pregnancies, miscarriage management, gynecological surgery, genital aesthetics, and assisted reproductive techniques

Conducting patient-centered treatments and minor surgical procedures in a private practice setting.

2017 – 2022

Medipol University Hospital, Istanbul, Türkiye
Faculty Member & Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Instructor in gynecology and obstetrics internship programs for Faculty of Medicine students

Active in academic teaching, clinical training, and mentorship

Conducted scientific research with national and international publications

Specialized in advanced infertility treatment and reproductive endocrinology.

2018

Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul, Türkiye
Gynecology, Obstetrics, and IVF Department

Worked in the IVF and infertility unit

Participated in advanced reproductive technologies and assisted conception treatments.

2009 – 2012

Adana Maternity Hospital, Adana, Türkiye
Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Compulsory Service)

Managed a high volume of deliveries and surgical cases

Gained extensive hands-on experience in routine and high-risk obstetric cases

Performed gynecological surgeries and emergency interventions.

2004 – 2009

Adana Numune Training and Research Hospital, Adana, Türkiye
Resident Physician, Obstetrics and Gynecology Department

Completed residency with a high case load in one of Turkey's busiest surgical training hospitals

Performed thousands of obstetric deliveries and gynecological surgeries

Ranked among the top 10 in the TUS national specialization exam in the gynecology/obstetrics category.

Certifications & Training

Ministry of Health Certification in Assisted Reproductive Techniques – Clinical and Laboratory Applications

Advanced training in infertility treatment, genital aesthetics, high-risk pregnancies, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hakan Birkent is an internationally respected expert in aesthetic voice surgery. He is known for his advanced work in voice masculinization and feminization, procedures that require a high level of skill. With over 20 years of experience in ENT, he has worked at leading institutions such as GATA and Istanbul Surgery Hospital. He specializes in vocal health, head and neck cancer, and complex airway surgeries.

Dr. Birkent has published more than 70 peer-reviewed articles and has contributed to major otolaryngology textbooks. He is an active member of over 10 respected ENT societies, including the European Laryngological Society and the Union of European Phoniatricians. His clinical interests include vocal fold paralysis, airway stenosis, sleep apnea, rhinoplasty, and pediatric ENT. He is recognized as a leader in both functional and aesthetic ENT procedures.