Best Breast reconstruction surgery doctors in Turkey: TOP 60 doctors

Dr. Hasan Şahin is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He focuses on both primary aesthetic and complex restorative plastic surgery. He is known for his skill in facial, brow, eye, neck, nose, breast, and body aesthetic procedures. He also has experience in microsurgery, revision rhinoplasty, and breast reconstruction.

Dr. Şahin has performed more than 12,000 aesthetic surgeries for over 5,000 patients from Europe and other countries. He earned his medical degree at GATA and completed his residency at İzmir Dokuz Eylül University. He has attended international microsurgery courses and is a member of the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Murat Yaman is a seasoned plastic and cosmetic surgeon. He is known for his expertise in tummy tuck surgeries and employing advanced surgical techniques for optimal outcomes. He has performed an impressive number of various surgeries, including over 1,500 nose jobs and breast enlargements, 500 facelifts, 1,000 lift surgeries, and around 1,000 liposuctions using VASER lipo technology.

Dr. Leyla Arvas is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. She has advanced training in microsurgery and laser treatments from centers in Taiwan, Tokyo, and Barcelona. Dr. Arvas graduated from Istanbul University Medical Faculty in 1998. She has worked at leading hospitals such as Yeditepe University Hospital and Bosphorus Anatomica Plastic Surgery Center.

Dr. Arvas has extensive experience in Rhinoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Face Lifts, Liposuction, Breast Lift, Augmentation, Reduction, and Tummy Tuck procedures. She is known for using VASER and LASER liposuction technologies and High Definition Liposculpturing. Dr. Arvas has performed hundreds of successful surgeries for both local and international patients.

2018 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Breast Center, Breast Surgery

2015 - 2017, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

CERRAHPAŞA MEDICAL FACULTY

Breast Diseases Department, Lecturer

2013 - 2015, Boston/Boston/USA

HARVARD/DANA FARBER CANCER CENTER

Breast Surgical Oncology Department, Fellow

2011 - 2011, Houston/USA

MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER

Genetics and High Risk Patient Department

2005 - 2013, Istanbul/Türkiye

CERRAHPAŞA MEDICAL FACULTY

Breast Diseases Department, Specialist, Lecturer

2005 - 2005, Tokyo/Tokyo/Japan

NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE

Breast Cancer Center

2004 - 2004, Milan/Milan/Italy

EUROPEAN ONCOLOGY INSTITUTE

Department of Senology (Breast)

2003 - 2003, New York/New York/USA

CORNELL UNIVERSITY PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL

Breast Surgery

2003 - 2003, New York/New York/USA

MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER

Breast Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Surgical Oncology

2003 - 2003, New York/New York/USA

MOUNT INDUSTRIAL HOSPITAL

Transplantation, Breast Surgery

2002 - 2002, Boston/Boston/USA

MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL

Breast Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Surgical Oncology

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.

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.

Dr. Ozlem Cholak is a Professor and Head of the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Demiroğlu University of Science and Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals. She is an expert in microsurgery, breast surgery, body reshaping, and facial aesthetics. Dr. Cholak graduated among the top three students at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. She completed her residency at Ankara Training and Research Hospital.

She has held key academic and clinical positions, including Consultant Specialist at Health Sciences University Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Cholak has also led humanitarian surgical missions in Jordan and Uzbekistan. She received the Second Prize at the Turkish Society of Surgery Congress and the AAEF Surgical Forum in Breast Symposium for her research and clinical presentations.

2003 Elazig Science High School

2009 Ege University Faculty of Medicine – MD.

2015 Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and

Aesthetic Surgery – Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Specialist

Experience

2015 – 2017 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Specialist, Ağrı State Hospital, Department

of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

2017 –2019 Specialist, Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic,

Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

2019-2023 Assistant Professor, Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of

Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

2023- October 2024 Associate Professor, Baskent University Faculty of Medicine,

Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

October 2024- Still Associate Professor, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery,

Medipol Acıbadem  District  Hospital

Fellowship

July-August 2019: Juntendo University, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Tokyo, Japan

April-July 2022: Ghent University, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Ghent,

Belgium

November 2023: Asan Medical Center, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive

Surgery.Seoul, Korea

Memberships

EURAPS Active Member

International Society of Burn Injuries Active Member, Executive Committee Member

Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society, Executive Committee Member

Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Society

Turkish Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Society

Turkish Wound Society

Education, Awards and Certifications

• Inter High School Project Competition, Third in Turkey, Using the activated carbon

obtained from waste batteries as ion and gas trap,Scientific and Technological

Research Council of Turkey (TUBİTAK)-2009

• Tokat Science High School – 2010

• Istanbul University School of Medicine(Graduted with distinction) – 2016

• Sarıyer State Hospital(Emergency Medicine) 2017

• Animal Research Certificate – January 2019

• Microsurgery Certificate- May 2019

• Medical statistics certificate- July 2019

• Bagcılar Research and Training Hospital, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and

Aesthetic Surgery(Residency) 2017-2022

• Universita Campus Bio-Medico, Department of Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic

Surgery Rome/Italy(Microsurgery Fellowship) 2022-

• Erzurum State Hospital,Erzurum/Turkey 2022-2024 

Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital  (Current)

Op. Dr. Kadri Akıncı is a plastic surgeon based in Antalya. He specializes in facial aesthetics, rhinoplasty, breast aesthetics, and body contouring.

He graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in 2013. He completed his specialization in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Başkent University in 2021.

In 2022, he was selected for the Turkish Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (EPCD) fellowship. He completed the program that year. He passed the EBOPRAS written exam in İzmir in 2023. He passed the oral exam in Vienna in 2024 and earned EBOPRAS certification.

Dr. Cem Çerkez is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He graduated from Ankara University School of Medicine in 2005. He completed his specialization in plastic surgery in 2012. In 2015, he founded Renovium Clinic. Dr. Çerkez is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and advancing techniques in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery.

During his residency, Dr. Çerkez was actively involved in scientific research. He continues to develop his skills by attending national and international conferences. He is a respected member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery and the Turkish Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Emrah Koksal is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He completed medical school at Trakya University (2011–2017). He trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Gülhane Military Medical Academy (2017–2023). He served at Gülhane Military Medical Academy (2018–2023) and at Hakkari Yüksekova State Hospital (2023–2025). He now practices at BAU MedicalPark Göztepe Hospital (2025–present).

He is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) and the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association. He also belongs to the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association and the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association.

Dr. Hakan Bulam is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He is known internationally for his skills in rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, butt lift, and hair transplantation. He holds a qualification diploma from the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association. Dr. Bulam is also a member of ISAPS.

He has written over 40 scientific articles and book chapters. He has also given many oral presentations at international meetings. Dr. Bulam earned his M.D. at Hacettepe University and completed his residency at Gazi University. He holds the FEBOPRAS certification and is authorized for International Health Tourism (2022).

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan is a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He has published over 20 articles in international journals. He completed advanced training abroad, including at St James Seacroft University Hospital in the UK.

Dr. Türkaslan became an Associate Professor in 2010. He has worked at Bezmialem University and Istanbul Yavuz Selim Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association, the American Maxillofacial Surgeons Association, and the International Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

He currently sees patients at his private practice. Dr. Türkaslan is known for his scientific work and dedication to high standards in aesthetic surgery.

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.

Education:  Expertise in Medicine: Necmettin Erbakan University 2011

Masters Degree :Istanbul University Faculty Of Medicine :2015

Work Experience: 

2023- LIV Hospital Ulus 

2021-2023: Health Sciences University, Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery 

2022 (Spring):  Haliç University Medical Faculty, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

2016-2021: Necmettin Erbakan University, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

2015-2016 : Kars Digor State Hospital 

Certificates: 

Microsurgery Basic Training Course (2017),

Experimental Animals Course (2018),

Hand Surgery Course (2019)

Area of Expertise: 

Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery