Page 2 - Best Cleft Lip or Palate Repair doctors in Turkey: TOP 60 doctors

Dr. Hakan Ölmeztürk is a respected plastic surgeon. He specializes in mommy makeover surgery, mammoplasty, liposuction, and rhinoplasty. He founded Estemita Aesthetics Clinic in Turkey. Patients often praise his work, and he receives top reviews on Bookimed.

Dr. Ölmeztürk has completed thousands of procedures. He is known for his focus on safety and quality. His clinic is accredited and uses modern technology. Many patients from other countries choose his clinic for reliable aesthetic care.

Dr. Nese Kurt Ozkaya is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at MEDICANA SIVAS Hospital. She graduated from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 2000. She completed her specialization in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery in 2013.

Dr. Ozkaya has broad experience in rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, ear aesthetics, and both facial and body aesthetics. She is skilled in advanced cosmetic procedures, including Botox and laser treatments. She has worked in both national and international clinical settings. She also received academic training in orthognathic surgery at St George’s University Hospital in England.

Dr. Bekir Zafer Akad is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Egemed Hospitals. He specializes in breast aesthetics, tummy tuck, liposuction, rhinoplasty, eyelid and ear aesthetics, and non-surgical procedures. He is also experienced in hand and microsurgery, limb amputations, facial fractures, and pediatric surgery.

Dr. Akad graduated from 9 Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. He has performed more than 3,000 aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries. He is known for treating extensive wounds, skin cancers, and complex congenital anomalies. Dr. Akad holds accreditation from leading national medical associations.

Associate Prof. Caglar Calli specializes in facial plastic surgery, including cleft lip and palate repair, with training at New York St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital.

• Expert in head-neck tumors and thyroid surgery
• Published over 80 articles in international journals
• Trained in endoscopic sinus surgery and rhinoplasty
• Conducted oral presentations abroad on surgical techniques

Biography
Ahmet Köybaşıoğlu is a Professor and Doctor who was born in 1958. He entered Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1975 and completed his education, graduating in 1981. He completed his specialization in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine between 1982-1986.

While working as an ENT specialist at Ankara Dışkapı SSK Hospital, he also worked at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Research Center in the Netherlands. In 1997, he became an associate professor in the ENT Head and Neck Surgery department at Gazi University, and in 2003, he became a full professor.

In 1998, he worked on cases with his American colleagues at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in the United States. He conducted academic research for 16 years from 1996-2012, focusing on head and neck tumors. He also deepened his academic research in laryngology, which includes vocal cord and voice disorders.

He specialized in voice hoarseness, snoring, respiratory problems, dizziness, as well as nodules, polyps and vocal cord cysts in the larynx. His medical interests also include pediatric ENT diseases such as tonsillitis, adenoids, fluid accumulation in the ear, and congenital neck cysts.

He conducted academic research and publications on tumors and cancer diseases that occur in the mouth, nose, tongue, jaw, throat, and skin areas in the head and neck region. These diseases are his primary medical interest areas.

Education

2003-2103 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor,
1998(November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary /Boston-USA,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training,
1975-1981 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Work Experience
 

2016-2018 Lösante Hospital,
2014-2016 Memorial Ankara Hospital,
2012-2014 Acıbadem Healthcare Group Ankara Hospital,
2003-2013 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Professor,
2005(September-October) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1997-2003 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Associate Professor
1998 (November-December) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary,
1995-1997 Gazi University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Assistant Professor,
1993(January-March) Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Cancer Center Amsterdam/Netherlands,
1990-1995 Ankara Diskapi SSK Hospital ll. ENT Clinic Specialist,
1988-1990 Bayburt State Hospital/Mandatory Service,
1986-1988 Adana Military Hospital, Ear Nose and Throat Specialist,
1982-1986 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine / Ear Nose and Throat Specialization Training

Medical Interest

Head and Neck Oncology
laryngology
Voice Hoarseness
Snore
Pediatric Ear Nose Throat Diseases
Elongated Styloid Prosthesis
Congenital Neck Tumors
Salivary Gland Tumors

Professor Selahattin Tugrul is a seasoned otorhinolaryngologist with over 30 years of experience, currently practicing at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in cleft lip and palate repair with a focus on pediatric cases
• Currently serves as Professor at Bezmiâlem Vakıf University

Over 38 years of ENT experience – Dr. Ozkaya co-founded ENTO Surgical Medical Center, specializing in cleft lip and palate repairs.

• Graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in ENT at Celal Bayar University
• Performs surgeries for both domestic and international patients

Dr. Sezgin Bekdemir specializes in ENT procedures with over two decades of experience, including cleft lip and palate repairs.

• Trained in ENT at Atatürk University Medical Faculty
• Works at ENTO ENT Surgical Medical Center in İzmir
• Specializes in advanced otorhinolaryngology and nasal procedures

10,000+ surgeries performed – Dr. Kaya specializes in cleft lip and palate repair at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Board-certified in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery
• Expertise includes complex facial reconstructive procedures
• Trained at Marmara University – a top medical institution
• Performs personalized surgical plans for each patient

Dr. Kadriye İpek Uzunoglu is among the best cosmetic and plastic surgeons at Memorial Şişli Hospital, specializing in cleft lip and palate repair.

• Trained in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery at Sivas Republic University
• Observer at University of Alabama's Division of Plastic Surgery
• Member of Turkish Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Participated in multiple national congresses and courses on plastic surgery