Best Thigh lift doctors in Turkey: TOP 55 doctors

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.

Dr. Orhan Babucçu is one of the top plastic surgeons in Turkey with over 20 years of experience, specializing in body contouring procedures like thigh lifts.

• Founder of the Plastic Surgery Department at Zonguldak Karaelmas University
• Trained in microsurgery at Cleveland Clinic
• Specializes in body shaping and total body lifting
• Member of the International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic 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.

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)

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.

Associate Professor Ozlem Cholak specializes in body reshaping, including thigh lifts, at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 15 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Head of Department at Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital
• Trained in Germany with international humanitarian experience
• Published research on biomechanical evaluation of surgical techniques

Specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery with memberships in ISAPS and TPRAASA. Currently practicing at MedicalPark Göztepe Hospital.

• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association
• Experienced in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures

Dr. Aydemir specializes in body contouring surgeries, including thigh lifts, trained at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.

• Board-certified in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery
• Member of Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Completed EBOPRAS Part 1 Certification in 2025
• Active participant in national and international plastic surgery courses

Ass. Prof. Harun Çöloğlu brings 15+ years of plastic surgery expertise, including training at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.

• Specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures
• Board-certified in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery
• Additional specialty in oral, facial and maxillofacial surgery
• Associate Professor title since 2013

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. Gurler Akinbingol specializes in a range of plastic surgery procedures, including thigh lifts, at Gürler Akınbingöl M.D. Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery.

• Graduated from Ankara University Medicine Faculty
• Also trained at Başkent Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi
• Experienced in various plastic surgery techniques

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.

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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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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.

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

Dr. Jumana Baryhe is a specialist in advanced aesthetic and hair restoration procedures. She performs Botox injections, non-surgical nose correction, FUE and DHI hair transplants, beard and eyebrow transplants, brow lifts, lip implants, and laser vaginal rejuvenation. Dr. Baryhe is known for her skill in minimally invasive techniques. Her patients report high satisfaction with their results.

Dr. Baryhe is dedicated to excellence in her field. She has completed hundreds of successful procedures. Her reputation is built on technical expertise and personalized care. She uses the latest methods and follows international standards in cosmetic medicine.

Dr. Kadir Oyur is a board-certified plastic and microsurgeon. He specializes in facelift, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, botox, and fillers. He graduated from Cerrahpasa English Medical School in 2012. He completed his specialty training in plastic and microsurgery at BELMAPO in 2021.

Dr. Oyur holds an ECFMG certificate. He has trained at Harvard Medical School and the University of California, Irvine. He has performed over 1,000 procedures. He is known for his focus on patient safety and his innovative approach to aesthetic surgery.