The doctor is a dentist and maxillofacial surgeon specializing in dental implantation and laser treatment of dental diseases. Graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul University in 2001 and received a specialty in maxillofacial surgery from the same university in 2008. Completed an internship at the University of Virginia, USA, in 2009.

The doctor has authored three scientific papers focusing on prosthetics, bone healing after laser treatment, and trigeminal neuralgia.

Dr. Fatih Ozturk is a hair transplant specialist with over 5,000 procedures completed. He focuses on restoring hair density for patients with alopecia at Suzermed Clinic. Dr. Ozturk is highly proficient in DHI and FUE transplantation techniques. He earned his medical degree from Marmara University in 2006.

• Participated in several ISHRS workshops in Istanbul and Brussels.
• Attended the Mediterranean FUE Workshop in Madrid to refine surgical methods.
• Works at Suzermed Clinic, located within the JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.
• The clinic follows TÜV NORD CERT quality management standards.

Dr. Cigdem Karadag Sari is a plastic surgeon at Suzermed Clinic in Istanbul. She completed surgery training at the Mayo Clinic, a top-ranked US hospital. Dr. Sari holds an Assistant Professor title. She specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Her practice is located within the JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade Hospital building.

• Member of the International Society of Plastic Surgeons.
• Practices at a facility certified by TÜV NORD CERT for quality management.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Trained in Belgium at Ghent University and in Turkey at Selcuk University.

The doctor is a hair transplant specialist with over 13 years of experience. Currently, they serve as the head of the Asian Plastic Surgery Center. Their career began as a general practitioner from 2001 to 2004, followed by a role as Chief Physician of the Emergency Department from 2004 to 2011. They have specialized in hair transplantation since 2006, working at Esteworld Plastic Surgery Health Group and Private Atakoy Hospital until 2016.

Dr. Hamid Aydin is the President of the Turkish Hair Health and Hair Transplantation Association. He serves as the medical director at Estetistanbul Medical Center and Proesthe Clinic. Dr. Aydin specializes in surgical hair restoration for both men and women.

• Performs scarless FUE and DHI hair implantation techniques.
• Maintains membership in the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery.
• Teaches as a lecturer at Yeditepe University in Istanbul.
• Hosts a medical television program on the Cine 5 network.

Dr. Abut Kebudi is an oncological surgeon at Istanbul Okan University Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic and oncoplastic breast surgery. Dr. Kebudi trained at the University of California, Los Angeles. He holds a certificate in oncoplastic breast surgery from the European Breast Cancer Center.

• Authored over 250 scientific publications in oncological surgery.
• Holder of the European Board of Surgery Certificate.
• Member of the American College of Surgeons.
• Former professor at the Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.

M.D. Asude Koksal; started her career as a graduate of Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. Working in many different hospitals and clinics, Dr. Asude Köksal is an experienced specialist in the field of plastic surgery. Specialist Dr. Asude Koksal; performs many different operations such as tummy tuck, face shaping with filler, thigh lift, BBL, breast aesthetics, arm lift, gynecomastia, and liposuction.

Conditions Treated

• Aesthetic appearance problems

Congenital malformations

Post-traumatic disorder

Treatment of skin tumors

Facial bone fractures

Congenital adhesions

Complaints around eyes

Treatment Methods

Facelift

Craniofacial reconstruction

Blepharoplasty

Hair transplantation

Ear Surgery

Rhinoplasty

Breast aesthetics

Abdominoplasty

Liposuction

Hip surgery

Microsurgical

Botox
 

Research & Publications

• Revision of Wise Pattern Breast Reductions With Vertical Procedures (Annals of Plastic Surgery Volume 74, Number 3, March 2015)
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• Necrotizing Fasciitis due to Streptococcus mitis caused by accidental human bite (JIDC 2016; 10(1): 100-102
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• Reconstruction of Hand Tissue Defects with Reverse Radial Forearm Flap (Gazi Medical Journal, 2016; 27:11-14)
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• Our Clinical Experience in Reconstructive Surgery of Anterior Chest Wall Defects with Thoracic Surgery Department (Gazi Medical Journal, 2015; 26:222-224)
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Certifications

Certificate of Filler and Neurotoxin Applications

Certificate of Aesthetic and Beauty Intentional Applications on Face and Body with Laser, IPL, Radiofrequency and Ultrasound Based Devices

Certificate of Mesotherapy, Derma roller, PRP Applications and Skin Care

Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures Course

European 8th Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Rhinoplasty Course

13th European Congress of Microsurgery

Non-Surgical Aesthetic Interventions and Media Symposium

TPRECD *37th National Congress Breast Repair Course

TPRECD 37th National Congress Aesthetic Breast Surgery Course

TPRECD 8th Rhinoplasty Course

TPRECD Course of Open Rhinoplasty on Fresh Cadaver

TPRECD 1st Facial Aesthetics and Sculpture Course

Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Association 9th Prof. Dr. Rıdvan Ege Basic Hand Surgery Course

TPRECD 35th National Congress

TPRECD: Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association)

Prof. Dr. Ege Can Şerefoğlu is a leading urologist and andrology specialist. He has over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, teaching, and research. He is a Professor of Urology and Andrology. He completed a clinical fellowship in andrology at Tulane University School of Medicine. He also holds a PhD in Embryology and Histology.

His main areas of expertise are erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, male infertility, and varicocele. He is skilled in microsurgical and minimally invasive procedures in andrology. He has published over 275 scientific articles and has helped develop international clinical guidelines.

Prof. Dr. Şerefoğlu is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Impotence Research. He serves on scientific committees for the ESSM, ISSM, EAU Guidelines on Male Sexual Dysfunction, and UEMS Sexual Health Section. He has received several international awards for his research and contributions to sexual medicine.

Prof. Dr. Dilaver Taş is a pulmonologist with over 30 years of experience. He is a Professor of Pulmonary Diseases at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in pulmonary medicine and tuberculosis. Dr. Taş has extensive experience treating complex respiratory conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

He has served as Chief Physician at a military hospital and as a consultant in tertiary care centers. He has also worked as a faculty member in pulmonary diagnostics and interventions. His skills include advanced bronchoscopy (such as EBUS), pulmonary function testing, and the treatment of asthma, COPD, interstitial lung diseases, tuberculosis, pneumonia, and lung cancer.

Dr. Taş is known for his academic research and has received national awards. He is an active member of several respiratory and thoracic societies.

Prof. Dr. Deniz Süha Küçükaksu is a cardiovascular surgeon with over 35 years of experience. He specializes in adult and pediatric cardiac surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support. He leads the Heart Transplantation and Artificial Heart Center at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Küçükaksu completed his medical and surgical training in Turkey. He also received advanced fellowships in Germany, France, and the United States. His focus has been on LVAD systems and heart failure surgery.

He introduced mechanical circulatory support and artificial heart programs in Turkey. He has performed many types of surgeries, including coronary bypass (off-pump), valve replacements, aortic repair (EVAR/TEVAR), and reoperations. He has also established heart transplant centers at several institutions.

Dr. Küçükaksu has held senior academic and administrative roles. He has contributed to total artificial heart surgery and hybrid cardiovascular procedures. He has received national and international awards for his scientific and surgical work.

Prof. Dr. Bedia Defne Keçik is an experienced orthodontist and the Head of the Department of Orthodontics at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. She completed her specialty training and doctorate in Orthodontics at Hacettepe University. Dr. Keçik has more than 20 years of academic and clinical experience.

She has made important contributions to orthodontic research and education. She served for ten years on the Editorial Board of the Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry Journal. Her areas of expertise include the diagnosis and treatment of skeletal and dental malocclusions, interdisciplinary orthodontic planning, craniofacial growth, and orthodontic biomechanics.

Dr. Keçik is active in both national and international orthodontic associations. She regularly participates in scientific congresses and postgraduate training. At Başkent University, she supervises clinical training and research.

Prof. Dr. Ali İnal is a physician with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in Clinical Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, and Allergy. He works as a Professor in the Department of Immunology and Allergy at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. İnal completed his training in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. He also finished a fellowship in Clinical Immunology and Allergy. He has managed Immunology and Tissue Typing Laboratories for more than 20 years. He has played a key role in improving transplant immunology and diagnostic immunology services.

His research covers cytokine storms in COVID-19, donor-specific antibodies, transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and primary immunodeficiencies. Dr. İnal has published many scientific articles. He has received research awards and grants. He also takes part in national and international congresses.

Prof. Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay is a board-certified urologist with more than 30 years of medical experience. He has specialized in urology for over 25 years. He currently serves as Professor of Urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Akay earned his medical degree from Dokuz Eylul University. He completed his urology residency at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine. In 2005, he received advanced training in Endourology and Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Rochester in the USA.

He has worked at several leading institutions. These include Dicle University, Istanbul Training and Research Hospital, Memorial Diyarbakır Hospital, Veni Vidi Hospital, and Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

Dr. Akay’s expertise includes uro-oncology, endourology, minimally invasive procedures, stone surgeries, male infertility, erectile dysfunction, and BPH. He has published over 100 scientific articles and is an active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU).

Education

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medicine, 02/07/2013
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Cardiovascular Surgery, 20/12/2018

Experience

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine: 2013-2019
Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital: 2019-2021
Istanbul Training Research Hospital: 2021-2023
Biruni University Hospital: 2023-Present

Awards

National Society of Vascular Surgery Congress-Oral Paper 2.2nd prize:
ÖZTAŞ DİDEM MELİS, Meriç Mert, BEYAZ METİN ONUR, Önalan Mehmet Akif, Bahşeliyev Şiraslan, SÖNMEZ KIVILCIM, ÖTER KEREM, ZİYADE SEDAT, ÖMER BEYHAN, ALPAGUT İBRAHİM UFUK, UĞURLUCAN MURAT (2019). Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Stem Cell Level in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress.

Education

• Undergraduate - Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Istanbul University 1976-1982
• Assistant - Department of General Surgery - Adana Province Feke District, Incirli Health Center 1982-1984
• Assistant General Surgeon - Department - Sisli Etfal Hospital 1984-1985
• Specialist - General Surgery Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1985-1988
  Assistant. Associate Professor Department of General Surgery - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1993-1999
• Professor Department of General Surgery Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1999-Present
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Experience

• Undergraduate Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1976-1982
• Assistant Adana Province Feke District, İncirli Health Center 1982-1984
• Assistant Sisli Etfal Hospital 1984-1985
• Specialist Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1985-1988
• Specialist Şırnak 23rd Border Gendarmerie Brigade (15 January-15 March short term) 1993
• Associate Professor Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1993-1999
• Professor Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery Professor 1999-Present
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Scientific Memberships

• National Surgical Association
• National Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery
• Istanbul Medical Chamber
• ESTES (International)

Awards

• National Scientific Patent Award 2017.
• Gök A. F. K., Ertekin C., Video Paper First Prize , Istanbul Surgical Association, March 2015
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Medical Intrests

• Pancreatico-Biliary Surgery
• Gastroenterology Surgery
• Endoscopic diagnosis treatment
• Trauma and Emergency Surgery
   

Education

Medical Specialization: General Surgery, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2008-2013
Faculty of Medicine: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English), 2000-2007

Experience

Associate Professor Doctor: General Surgery, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2024-Present
Associate Professor: General Surgery, Biruni University Hospital, 2024-Present
General Surgery Specialist: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2016-2024
General Surgery Specialist: Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, 2023-2024
General Surgery Specialist: Kırkağaç State Hospital, Manisa, 2014-2016

Medical Intrests

• General Surgery
• Breast Surgery
• Total Mastectomy
• Breast Conserving Surgery
• Nipple Sparing Mastectomy
• Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
• Oncological Surgery
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Endoscopy

Education

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, May 2007
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2001

Experience

2007-2008 Şırnak Military Hospital
2008-2009 Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital
2010-2011 Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Organ Transplantation
2011-2012 Başkent University Organ Transplantation
2013-2017 Erciyes Universityniversity Organ Transplant
2017-2019 Bilim University FNH Organ Transplant
2019-2020 Yeditepe University Organ Transplant
2020-2023 Biruni University Medicana Hospital Organ Transplant

Scientific Memberships

Istanbul Medical Chamber
Turkish Surgical Association
Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association
ILTS