PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
• Member, Association of The International Society
of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Member, Association of Turkish Society of Plastic
Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Member, Association of Turkish Society of
Aesthetic Surgery.
• Member, Association of Society Hand and
Microsurgery
Op.Dr HikmetYıldırım ÖZTÜRK
Highly skilled Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon with extensive background in Medical Surgery.
Proven success coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve Aesthetic targets.
Uses research-based techniques and cutting-edge instruments to improve specialised
Body Contouring, Liposuction, BBL, Breast Aesthetics, Rhinoplasty.)
SKILLS
• COSMETIC SURGERIES
These surgeries are performed to improve the aesthetic appearance of certain body
features. Examples include rhinoplasty (nose reshaping), breast augmentation,
facelift, liposuction, and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck).
• RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERIES
These surgeries aim to restore function and form to body parts that have been
damaged due to injury, trauma, congenital disabilities, or medical conditions. This
may involve procedures such as breast reconstruction after mastectomy, scar
revision, cleft lip and palate repair, and hand surgery.
• BURN AND WOUND CARE
Plastic surgeons are often involved in the treatment of burn injuries and managing
complex wounds. They use techniques such as skin grafting and tissue expansion to
restore the affected areas.
• MICROSURGERY
This specialized technique involves delicate procedures using microscopes and
precision instruments to repair intricate structures like blood vessels, nerves, and
lymph nodes. It is commonly used in reconstructive surgeries, such as breast
reconstruction using autologous tissue flaps.
• CRANIOFACIAL SURGERY
Plastic surgeons specializing in craniofacial surgery focus on correcting
abnormalities and deformities in the skull, face, and jaws. This includes procedures for
cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis (premature fusion of skull bones), and facial
trauma reconstruction.
EXPERIENCE
PLASTIC, AESTHETIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON PRIVATE PRACTICE
ISTANBUL, TURKIYE
2022/01 - CURRENT
• A private practice plastic surgeon is a medical professional who operates their own independent clinic
or surgical center, where they provide various aesthetic surgical procedures to patients. He works in
collaboration with the best hospitals in İstanbul/Turkey. He accepts patients in his private practice
specializing in Aesthetic Surgery.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR HEALTH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY - ISTANBUL, TURKIYE
2022/01 - 2020/02
• Maintained extensive knowledge in current research, ensuring teaching met academic standards.
• Delivered engaging lectures, seminars and tutorials, increasing class productivity.
RESIDENT DOCTOR SISLI ETFAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
ISTANBUL, TURKIYE
2017/08 - 2012/07
• Performed procedures specified by each programme director while under the direct supervision of attending
physicians.
• Conducted patient examinations to gain an understanding of signs, symptoms and determine diagnosis,
taking samples when needed.
• Carried out consultations with patients to gain thorough knowledge of symptoms, issues and concerns to
determine next course of action.
CLINICAL FELLOW IN PLASTIC SURGERY CHANG GUNG MEMORIAL
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAIPEI, TAIWAN
2016/06 - 2016/01
• Attended conferences to learn about new research and present findings.
MEDICAL STUDENTISTANBUL UNIVERSITY CERRAHPASA MEDICAL SCHOOL
ISTANBUL, TURKIYE
2011/12 - 2005/09
• Enhanced knowledge in medical best practices by proactively taking part in all medical activities as
assigned by lead doctors.
MEDICAL STUDENTCLEVELAND CLINIC - OHIO, USA
2011/08 - 2011/04
• Discussed treatment options with patient and their families along with supervising doctor.