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Dr. Orhan Fahri Demir is a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery. He currently works at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital. Previously, he was a plastic surgeon at İSÜ Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital from 2023 to 2025 and at Adıyaman Training and Research Hospital from 2021 to 2023. He completed his residency at Ege University Faculty of Medicine Hospital.

Dr. Demir completed his residency in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Ege University. He received his medical degree from Gazi University. He holds important certifications, including the Plastic Surgery Resident Training Certificate from the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery and a Basic Microsurgery Certificate.

Dr. Demir has spoken at international congresses such as the International Plastic Surgery Congress in Sarajevo (2024) and the Facelift Congress in Azerbaijan (2024). He also served as an instructor at the 46th Microsurgery Course in 2023.

Dr. Hasan Celik is a double board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He passed EBOPRAS Part 1 in Brussels (Feb 2020) and Part 2 in Izmir (Aug 2021). He also passed the Turkish National Board Parts 1 and 2 in Izmir (Aug 2021). He is a member of ASPS, ISAPS, TPRECD, and ACELEMDER.

He earned the ISPRES/ICOPLAST Young Plastic Surgeon Award (3rd place) at the 88th ASPS Meeting in San Diego in 2019. The award recognized his axolotl/PRP burn study. He has four publications. One appeared in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (2017).

Training: PRAS residency at Istanbul Medipol University (2012–2018). Practice: Estetik International (2021–2022). Artvin State Hospital, PRS (2018–2021).

Dr. İlker Manavbaşı is a respected Turkish plastic surgeon. He specializes in functional nasal surgery, facial rejuvenation, mega liposuction, and breast surgery. He graduated from Ankara University in 1999. He completed his specialization at Hacettepe University in 2005.

Dr. Manavbaşı is the youngest member of the Rhinoplasty Society, which accepts only a few surgeons worldwide. He has developed two new techniques for achieving the ideal nose in a single operation. He presented these techniques at the 2008 Plastic Surgery Symposium in Italy.

He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber, the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, and the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association. He has performed thousands of successful surgeries during his career.

Prof. Dr. Ceki Paltura is an ENT specialist and head and neck surgeon with 20 years of experience. He graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 2004. He completed his residency in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery at Istanbul Taksim Training and Research Hospital in 2010. Dr. Paltura became an Associate Professor in 2020. He has worked at leading hospitals, including Haseki and Gaziosmanpaşa Taksim Training and Research Hospitals.

He received international training in voice surgery at Boston General Hospital. Dr. Paltura has published over 20 peer-reviewed scientific articles. He currently leads a private clinic in Kadıköy, Istanbul. His main areas of expertise are rhinoplasty, voice surgery, and general ENT procedures.

Dr. Hakann Teymurr is a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He studied at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine from 1997 to 2004. He completed specialty training at Ege University Faculty of Medicine from 2006 to 2013.

His thesis examined the effect of platelet‑rich plasma on healing after nerve reconstruction with nerve grafts. The study was experimental and used microsurgery techniques.

Key credentials include the EBOPRAS Quality Recognition Certificate (2016), Basic Microsurgery Course (2009), Cranio‑Maxillo‑Facial Fixation Course with practical training (2009), and Basic Hand Surgery Course (2013). Experience includes Buca Seyfi Demirsoy Hospital (2014), Sivas Numune Hospital (2014–2015), and Ankara Training and Research Hospital (2015–2018).

Education Info:

 

Graduated from Orgeneral Halil Sözer Primary School, Eskisehir – 2003
Graduated from Kılıçoğlu Anatolian Highschool, Eskisehir -2007

Graduated from Marmara University School of Medicine with instructions fully in English, Istanbul, 2013

Internship in Abroad:

April, 2013  One month internship in a department of ENT in Basel University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland

Experience :

Work experience on Sleeping Apnea at the Labaratory of Polisomnography, Section of Pulmonary Diseases in Akademik Hospital, Istanbul. (2010-2011)

Work experience in Dr.Back Up Company related to Medline, Istanbul. ( between July-October of 2013)

Work experience in a clinic of emergency in Cankırı City Hospital, Cankırı. (from November of 2013 to January of 2014)

Work experience in a clinic of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in Istanbul Bagcilar Research Hospital(from July 2014-2018)

Work experience in a clinic of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in Istanbul Bahcelievler State Hospital(from September 2018-2020)

Work experience in a clinic of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in Istanbul Florya Medical Park Hospital ( from January 2021- November 2023)

Work experience as an instructor in medical school of Istanbul Aydın University ( from April 2021- December 2023)

Now working in his private clinic in Tesvikiye Mah. Terrace Fulya Center, Istanbul. 

Mostly Work On;

Septorhinoplasty,

Rhinoplasty,

Tipplasty,

Revision Rhinoplasty,

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Asian Rhinoplasty

Otoplasty.

Liplift surgery,

Bichectomy,

Chin implants,

Septoplasty,

Endoscopic Septoplasty,

Congress:

2008, 2009, 2010 Masco (Marmara Medical Student Congress)

18th April 2013, International Congre for Pediatric Surgery, Aarau, Baden, Switzerland

37th Turkish National Congress of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery-2015

12th Turkish National Congress of  Rhinology-2016

8th Turkish National Congress of Istanbul’s Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeons-2016

13th Turkish National Congress of  Rhinology-2017

14th Turkish National Congress of  Rhinology-2018

41th Turkish National Congress of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery-2020

International Reviews and Researchs:

http://mmj.dergisi.org/pdf/pdf_MMJ_523.pdf Pg.33,oral presentation 28.

“Comparison of Frey Syndrome Rates Following Superficial Parotidectomy and Partial Superficial Parotidectomy for Pleomorphic Adenoma.”

PMID:27391515

J Craniofac Surg. 2016 Jul;27(5):e469-71

“Can serum neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio be a predictive biomarker to help differentiate active chronic otitis media from inactive chronic otitis media?"

J Craniofac Surg. 

“Histopathological Effects of Bone Cement on Cartilage Tissue”

J Craniofac Surg. May/Jun 2019;30(3):936-939.

 doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000005202.

“Single-sided Sinonasal Mass: A Retrospective Study”

North Clin Istanb. 2018 Apr 12;5(2):139-143.

 doi: 10.14744/nci.2017.57984. eCollection 2018.

“Effects of Repeated Atmospheric Pressure Alterations on the Inner Ear.”

Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2021 Jul 1;92(7):550-555.

doi:10.3357/AMHP.5732.2021. PMID: 34503628

“Association of Conductive Hearing Loss with the Structural Changes in the

Organ of Corti. “

ORL J Otorhinolaryngol Relat Spec. 2021;83(4):272-279. doi:

10.1159/000513871. Epub 2021 Mar 30. PMID: 33784680

“Chest Image Staging and Prevalence of Current Smoking among Hospitalized

COVID-19 Patients in Turkey.”

ENT-Uptades. 2022; 12: 44-50

DOI: 10.5152/entupdates.2021.21065

National Reviews and Researchs:

http://mmj.dergisi.org/pdf/pdf_MMJ_523.pdf Pg.33,oral presentation 28.

“The Reliability of Istanbul Municipal Water Supply in terms of public health”

Ongoing Researchs:

Serum Vitamin D düzeyinin BPPV üzerine etkisi.

Attended Medical Courses:

Rhinoplasty School in Eskisehir- July, 2015

Pediatric Airway Problems and live surgery- April, 2015

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery- October, 2015

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Cadaver Course- August, 2016

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Course-October, 2016

Facial Plastic Course- October, 2016

Facial Plastic Course, Sapanca, 2017

Middle Ear Surgery Cadaver Course-  2017

Rhinoplasty School- 2019

All in One Rhinoplasty Course- 2019

All in One Rhinoplasty Course- 2020

Botox and Filler Course-2020

Foreign Languages:

English (Advanced)

German (Beginner)

Members of Communities:

Turk Tabipler Birligi- Turkish Doctor’s Union

EAACI- European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology

Dr. Ali Cem Oktay is a plastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in breast lift, breast reduction, Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), rhinoplasty, and gynecomastia surgery. He completed his medical and specialty training at Mersin University. Dr. Oktay is accredited by the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.

He is known for high patient satisfaction and consistent, positive results. Dr. Oktay has published scientific articles and regularly attends professional conferences. His commitment to research and clinical care has earned him respect in the field of plastic surgery.

Dr. Orhan Babucçu is a highly experienced plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is especially skilled in tummy tucks, revision rhinoplasty, breast surgery, body contouring, genital aesthetic, chronic wound treatment, skin cancer and nose jobs. He is a member of several professional organizations and has completed training in microsurgery and medical specialization in Turkey and the US.

Dr. Duran Cekic is a specialist in General and Plastic Surgery. He is known for his skill and commitment to improving medical care. He graduated from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine. He then completed his residency in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Mersin University.

Dr. Cekic worked as a specialist at Bitlis Tatvan State Hospital. He also supported pediatric care as a general practitioner. He received third place at the 40th National Congress of the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery for his research on stem cell differentiation.

He continues to develop his skills by attending courses and symposiums on rhinoplasty, facial aesthetics, and regenerative medicine. This helps him stay current with the latest advances in surgery.

Op.Dr. Ali DOGAN

Expert Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon

Professional Summary

Op.Dr. Ali DOGAN is an accomplished plastic surgeon with extensive experience in performing a broad spectrum of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic procedures. He is celebrated for his technical expertise, innovative approach, and dedication to delivering personalized care to each patient. With a focus on achieving natural and harmonious results, Op.Dr. DOGAN combines surgical precision with an artistic vision to enhance both form and function.

Core Competencies

• Aesthetic Surgery: Specialized in facial rejuvenation, breast augmentation, reduction and lifting, and all type of body contouring.

• Reconstructive Surgery: Proficient in post-trauma reconstructions, skin grafting, and microsurgical techniques.

• Non-Surgical Procedures: Skilled in minimally invasive treatments, including Botox, dermal fillers, and laser therapies.

• Burn Surgery: Expertise in acute burn care and reconstructive solutions for burn scars.

• Hand Surgery: Proficient in treating congenital and traumatic hand deformities.

• Pediatric Plastic Surgery: Specialized in correcting congenital anomalies such as cleft lip and palate.

• Cutting-Edge Techniques: Incorporates advanced technologies and innovative methods for optimal results.

Prof. Haluk Duman is an expert plastic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey with over 35 years of experience. He specializes in plastic surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors, as well as hand and maxillofacial surgery. He has a general medical degree from Istanbul University Medical Faculty and specialty in plastic and reconstructive surgery from Ankara GATA Medical School, and a fellowship from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Prof. Duman has published over 60 papers and participated in 100+ conferences. He is a member of various organizations.

• Specializes in Plastic Surgery, including hair transplantation and Oxygenated therapy.
• International practice includes extensive experience in Turkey.
• Holds certifications in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Engages in remote consultations for Plastic Surgery, ensuring patient convenience.

Dr. Ercan Karacaoglu is a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery with over 20 years of experience. He has been a leading surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital since 2010. He also served as an Associate Professor at Brown University in the USA, where he received advanced training in surgical techniques.

Dr. Karacaoglu is recognized worldwide. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS), and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). He has written five international book chapters and published 31 international and 13 national research papers. He has also delivered 73 conference presentations and received 185 citations.

Dr. Karacaoglu specializes in advanced and minimally invasive procedures, such as endoscopic facial rejuvenation and laser lipolysis. He is an international speaker and educator, known for achieving natural and patient-focused results.

Areas of Interests

• Face and Neck Lift (Rhytidectomy)
• Mommy Makeover (Abdominoplasty, Brachioplasty)
• Arm and Leg Lift after Massive Weight Loss
• Lipedema Surgery
• Rhinoplasty
• Diabetic Foot – Reconstructive Procedures for Lower Extremities and Trunk
• Hidradenitis Suppurativa Surgery
• PRP, Dermal Fillers, Botox
• Microsurgery
• Age-Related Skin Laxity and Rejuvenation

Education:

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (Medical Degree), 2003–2009
• Münster University, Germany (Erasmus), 2007–2008
• Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul – Residency in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 2010–2016
• ASAN Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea – Microsurgery Fellowship, 2015–2016

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul (2025–Present)
• Istinye University, MedicalPark GOP Hospital, Istanbul (2019–2025)
• Aydın University, MedicalPark Liv Florya Hospital, Istanbul (2018–2019)
• Gümüşhane State Hospital, Turkey (2016–2018)
• ASAN Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea (2015–2016)
• Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul – Assistant Doctor (2010–2016)

International Peer-Reviewed Journals:

• Basaran K, Datli A, Sagir M, et al. Blunt Trauma Induced Closed Femoral Bone Fracture in a Rat Model. J Reconstr Microsurg 2025.
• Gurbuz MS, Datli A. Visual and Psychological Perceptions in Aesthetic Surgery. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2024.
• Caghan P, Datli A, et al. Panniculectomy with Bariatric Surgery. Ann Ital Chir. 2023.
• Datli A, Demirel O. Free-style Brachial Artery Flap in Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Int Wound J. 2023.
• Demirel O, Datli A. Double Layer Perichondrial Flap in Tip Graft. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2022.
• Caghan P, Datli A, et al. Emergency Surgical Outcomes in COVID-19 Pandemic. Ann Ital Chir. 2020.
• Datli A, Karasoy I, et al. Lower Extremity Reconstruction Challenges. J Reconstr Microsurg. 2020.
• Datli A, Suh H, et al. Free-style Deepithelialized Propeller Flaps. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2017.
• Basaran K, Datli A, et al. Cyst Formation After Rhinoplasty. J Craniofac Surg. 2015.
• Datli A, Pilanci O, et al. Ectopic Tooth in Maxillary Sinus. J Craniofac Surg. 2014.
• Basaran K, Datli A. Clenched Fist Syndrome. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2014.
• Pilanci O, Datli A, et al. Zygomatic Arch Fracture Reduction. J Craniofac Surg. 2013.

National Peer-Reviewed Journals:

• Datli A, Yildirim MC, Basaran K. Endoscopic Brow Lift – Cortical Tunnel Technique. Selcuk Med J. 2021.
• Datli A, Karasoy I, Zeynal M. Propeller Flap in Surgical Infection Management. Jt Dis Relat Surg. 2021.
• Basaran K, Datli A, et al. Traumatic Lymphangitis in the Arm. Hand Microsurg. 2014.
• Pilanci O, Datli A, et al. Full-Thickness Grafts in Degloving Injuries. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2013.

Congress Presentations:

• Impact of High-Velocity Trauma on Vascular Structures – 2024 Antalya, Turkey
• Free-style Propeller Flaps for Complex Wounds – 2023 Konya, Turkey
• Free-style Brachial Artery Flap in Hidradenitis Suppurativa – 2022 Cancun, Mexico
• Deepithelialized Propeller Flaps for Wounds with Dead Space – 2019 Bologna, Italy; 2017 Seoul, Korea
• Lower Extremity Reconstruction in Remote Regions – 2018 Belgrade, Serbia
• Burn Healing & Comorbidities – 2015 Hannover, Germany
• Chemical Burns – Beyond Standard Treatment? – 2015 Hannover, Germany
• Folk Remedy in Pediatric Burns – 2015 Hannover, Germany
• Autologous Fat Lipofilling for Hypertrophic Burn Scars – 2015 Hannover, Germany

Book Chapters:

• Joon Pio Hong, Aslı Datlı (2023). Surgical Flaps in Wound Healing. In: Chronic Wound Management. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-26110-7_12

Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.

Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."

In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

Dr. Mehmet Berki is a physician with extensive experience in emergency medicine and clinical leadership. He is Chief Physician and Responsible Manager at Scala Polyclinic (2025–present). He held the same role at Cinik Hair Hospital (2022–2024). He also worked full-time as an emergency physician at several hospitals in Istanbul.

He managed health services for 17,000–20,000 students and more than 2,000 staff at Yeditepe University. He trained 250 physicians in reproductive health and AIDS under the Baku-Ceyhan pipeline EU project. His background includes cardiology follow-up, hair transplantation, and clinic management in acupuncture and bioresonance.

He organized courses in the Traditional Chinese Medicine Certificate Program at Kadir Has University. Education: MD, Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Majid Ismayilzada is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. He trained at Necmettin Erbakan University, one of Turkey’s leading academic centers. He also completed an international internship in Pediatric Cardiology at Sapienza University in Rome.

Dr. Ismayilzada has co-authored more than 15 peer-reviewed scientific publications. His work appears in respected journals such as Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Annals of Plastic Surgery, and the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. His research focuses on new surgical techniques, including computer-assisted mandibular reconstruction, scar prevention, and fingertip replantation.

He has broad experience in trauma care, craniofacial and burn reconstruction, microsurgery, and advanced aesthetic procedures. Dr. Ismayilzada is known internationally for his innovative work and dedication to improving surgical care.

Dr. Metin Al specializes in hair transplantation. He has performed more than 10,000 procedures over nine years using FUE, DHI, and hybrid techniques. He was an early adopter of DHI and hybrid methods in Türkiye.

He completed training in first aid, emergency care, anesthesia, and resuscitation. He graduated from Istanbul Gelişim University and Mersin University. He has worked at Beyoğlu Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Estetik International, Nişantaşı Hospital, and Acıbadem. He has also trained hair transplant teams.

He now performs procedures at Estemarley Hair Clinic. He also provides training in Türkiye and abroad for teams and doctors.