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CANER GELBAL, MD

Birth Date : January 16, 1993 year

Birth Place : İstanbul, Turkey

Education, Awards and Certifications

• Inter High School Olympic Competition,Ankara Science High School Olympic Team Captain,Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey(TUBİTAK)-2009 year
• Ankara Science High School-2007-2010 year
• İzmir Science High School – 2010-2011 year 
• Istanbul University School of Medicine – 2017 year 
• Animal Research Certificate – January 2019 year 
• Microsurgery Certificate- May 2019 year 
• Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital , Department  of Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery  - 2018 year – Current
   

Rotations

November 2018 year - April 2019 year  - General Surgery Rotation - Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital Department of General Surgery

April - May 2019 year - Orthopedia Rotation - Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital Department of Orthopedia

Articles published in nationally-respected journals: 

1. Tatar BE, Gelbal C, Sezgiç M, Karakol P, Uslu C, Kabul S. A Rare Case: Malignant Granular Cell Tumor in Axillary Region.

Oral Presentations in International Meetings

1.Using Mandibular Bony Tissues Which Are Treated with Liquid Nitrogen As Scaffold For Partial Femoral Transplantation in Mandible Reconstruction and Evaluation of Bone Survival: Experimental Rat Femur Transplantation Model 

Percin Karakol, Burak Ergün Tatar, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal, Mehmet Bozkurt 

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

2. The Effect of Centrifuge Duration on Fat Graft Survival 

Percin Karakol, Burak Ergün Tatar, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal, Mehmet Bozkurt

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

3. Are the permanent effects of renal failure not so permanent? 

Percin Karakol, Caner Gelbal, Can Uslu, Burak Ergün Tatar, Mehmet Bozkurt

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

Oral Presentations in national Meetings:

1.Üst ekstremite acil ve elektif vakalarda WALANT’ın kullanımı.                                   

Burak Ergün Tatar, Perçin Karakol, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal  41. Ulusal Plastik Cerrahi Kurultayı, 26-30 October, 2019 year, Samsun,Turkey

Specializations

• Rhinoplasty Aesthetics
• Facial Applications in Surgery
• Breast Aesthetics
• Body Shaping Aesthetics
• Liposuction
• Botox-Filler-Mesotherapy Procedures

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.

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.

EDUCATION:

2009

Ankara Etlik Maternity Hospital and Gynecology Education and Research Hospital, Gynecology and Obstetrics

2003

Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine

EXPERIENCE:

2019 - to present

Medipol University Pendik Hospital

2009 - 2019

Yakacık Maternity and Child Diseases Hospital

PUBLICATIONS:

Articles Published in Journals Indexed in SCI, SSCI and AHCI

Isoflavones obtained from red clover improve both dyslipidemia and menopausal symptoms in menopausal women: a prospective randomized placebo-controlled trial

YİĞİT E., ÜNSAL S.

Climacteric , 2024 (SCI-Expanded)

Specializations

Breast Aesthetics

Tummy Tuck

Genital Aesthetics

Eyelid aesthetic

Gynecomastia Correction

Rhinoplasty

Prominent Ear Aesthetics

Botox Applications

Filling Applications

Postbariatric Surgeon

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Dr. Yavuz Özsular is a board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon with over 13 years of experience. He completed his medical degree at Gaziantep University. He then finished a 5-year plastic surgery residency at Yüzüncü Yıl University in Turkey. Dr. Özsular has worked as a family doctor and assistant manager. He has strong experience in both clinical and surgical practice.

He is an active member of professional organizations such as TPRCD, TTB, EPCD, and ISAPS. These memberships show his commitment to high standards in plastic surgery. Dr. Özsular is known for his dedication to patient care and his contributions to the field.

Dr. Mehmet Mustafa Kiyar is a board-certified plastic surgeon with almost 30 years of experience. He holds accreditation from both the Turkish and European boards of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He has performed thousands of successful procedures. His main areas of expertise include breast surgeries, rhinoplasty, liposuction, and face lifts.

Dr. Kiyar is known for high patient satisfaction and a strong focus on safety. He values innovation in aesthetic medicine. He graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Fırat University Faculty of Medicine. His education provides a solid academic background in his field.

Dr. Ömer Faruk Deveci is a board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He earned his medical degree from Marmara University in 2012. He completed his specialization in plastic surgery in 2018. Dr. Deveci trained internationally in Miami and Seattle. There, he focused on advanced facelift and craniofacial techniques.

He has contributed to scientific research, including a well-known flap study. Dr. Deveci has also completed his state and military service. Since 2020, he has been practicing privately. He offers care in all areas of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery.

Dr. Gulden Avci Cakmak is a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery. She earned her medical degree from Hacettepe University Medical Faculty between 1989 and 1997. She completed her specialty training at Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital from 1999 to 2005.

Dr. Cakmak has worked at Balıkesir State Hospital, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Faculty of Medicine, and Kadıköy Şifa Ataşehir Hospital. She is known for her successful surgeries and high patient satisfaction. She has also contributed to medical education and clinical practice in her field.

Op. Dr. Şerif Yavuz is a skilled reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon. He specializes in rhinoplasty, breast surgery, liposuction, tummy tuck, and post-bariatric procedures. He received advanced microsurgery training at the University of Zurich. Dr. Yavuz has also researched stem cells and PRP in collagen synthesis.

He is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). This shows his dedication to high standards in his field. Dr. Yavuz has performed hundreds of surgeries for both local and international patients. He is known for his excellent results and strong focus on patient care.

Dr. Özlem Çolak is a Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. She earned her medical degree from Kocaeli University. She completed her specialization at Ankara Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Çolak has held academic roles at the University of Health Sciences and Demiroğlu Bilim University. She became an Associate Professor in 2019 and a full Professor in 2024.

Dr. Çolak has published many national and international articles. She has also been an invited speaker at professional meetings and congresses. She gained additional clinical experience in Germany. Dr. Çolak has made important contributions to both academic and surgical practice in her field.

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Doctor B. is a top-rated plastic surgeon from Turkey with over 20 years of practice. Ranked among 50 best world’s plastic surgeons. Author of 8 innovative plastic surgery methods. 

Dr. Cihantimur has a wide range of experience and expertise, including breast augmentation and reconstruction, body contouring, facial rejuvenation, and rhinoplasty. Is a member of 7 professional American, Turkish and international associations.

Cooperates with Bookimed from 2020 and arranges training trips for the Bookimed’s coordinators to his clinics. 

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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. 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.

His special interests are; Breast Aesthetics & Dual-Plan Method, Aesthetic nose surgery, Lymphedema surgery, Endoscopic facial stretching, Aesthetic body shaping surgery (abdominal stretching, liposuction, aesthetic breast surgery), Hair transplantation with FUE method, Migraine surgery, Gynecomastia correction, Genital aesthetics (especially penis enlargement), Lymphedema Treatment (Laser Assisted, With Microcannula Lymph Protective Method), Penis Enlargement (Length & Thickness Combined Method), Migraine Surgery (Closed Method with Scopy). He was entitled to receive the "Proficiency Certificate" by being successful in the examination, which was held by the Turkish Plastic Surgery Association in 2010. In 2015, he participated in a scientific competition by Gülhane Military Medical Academy with his study 'Saddle-nose deformity repair with micro-plate-adapted costal cartilage.’ He has won the first place in the field of surgical medicine. In 2018, he worked at Weiss Memorial Hospital in Chicago, USA for three months in April, May and June on advanced techniques on gender reassignment and penis enlargement in men. He is still continuing his academic and scientific studies.

Dr. Hakan is a highly experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon, renowned for delivering exceptional results in his field. With a career spanning many years, he has honed his skills to address a wide range of aesthetic and reconstructive needs. His expertise lies in combining advanced surgical techniques with a deep understanding of human anatomy, allowing him to achieve outstanding, natural-looking outcomes for his patients. Dr. Hakan’s meticulous approach and dedication to excellence ensure that every procedure is tailored to the individual’s unique goals and medical requirements. Whether performing complex reconstructive surgeries or enhancing aesthetic features, he approaches each case with precision and care. Patients frequently commend his ability to create harmonious results that not only meet but often exceed expectations. Known for his compassionate demeanor and patient-focused philosophy, Dr. Hakan provides comprehensive guidance and support throughout the surgical journey. His impressive track record and commitment to advancing his craft have established him as a trusted name in plastic and reconstructive surgery.