Page 3 - Best plastic surgeons in Turkey: TOP 250 doctors

Associate Professor Burak Özkan brings international expertise from fellowships in Japan, Belgium, and Korea to Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• 17 years of experience of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Active member of EURAPS and International Society of Burn Injuries
• Specializes in complex reconstructive and aesthetic procedures
• Executive Committee Member of Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society

Dr. Yasin Kulaksiz specializes in rhinoplasty and ENT surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• PhD in Ear, Nose, and Throat from Bezmialem Vakif University
• Expertise in surgical techniques and postoperative care
• Skilled in patient assessment and personalized treatment plans

Op. Dr. Hasbi Mert Meral is a board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He has over 10 years of experience and has performed more than 2,000 surgeries. He is certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). He holds a reconstructive microsurgery certification (2017).

Current positions: Cayra Clinic and Mert Meral Plastic (since 2023). He previously worked at Private Imperial Hospital in Trabzon and Trabzon Kanuni Training and Research Hospital. His expertise includes rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation, and blepharoplasty. He also performs breast surgery, abdominoplasty, liposuction, and mommy makeovers. Other focus areas include fat transfer, body contouring, reconstructive surgery for skin cancer, burns, and hand conditions, and scar revision.

Dr. Vedat Tosun specializes in hair transplantation with training from top institutions in Turkey and Azerbaijan.

• Over 17 years of experience of experience in hair transplant procedures
• Trained in FUE techniques at international workshops
• Works at renowned hospitals like ISU LIV Bahçeşehir
• Member of key dermatologic surgery organizations

Dr. Gökay Bilgin has performed over 4000 hair transplant procedures, specializing in natural-looking results at Smile Hair Clinic.

• Co-founder of Smile Hair Clinic with a focus on hair restoration
• Uses Micromotor Graft extraction and Sapphire FUE techniques
• Trained in Medical Aesthetics and Hair Transplantation
• Developed TrueTM Philosophy for medical staff training

Specializes in rhinoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery at Atlas University Hospital, with a focus on ENT-related procedures.

• Trained at Health Sciences University Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Published multiple research papers on otolaryngology topics
• Experienced in head and neck surgery
• Member of various medical research teams

Dr. Asli Uslu specializes in advanced hair restoration techniques at Estexper Clinic, delivering natural-looking results with minimal discomfort.

• Trained in Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Direct Hair Implantation (DHI)
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
• Works at Estexper Clinic – a leading center for hair transplantation
• Committed to staying updated with the latest advancements in hair restoration

Dr. Leyla Arvas trained at Taiwan's Chang Gung Memorial Hospital – one of the world's top microsurgery centers – specializing in head, neck, and breast reconstruction.

• Expert in VASER and LASER liposuction for body reshaping
• Specializes in Silhouette Lift and Silhouette Soft thread techniques
• Performs endoscopic face lifts and high-definition liposculpturing
• Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital

Dr. Safa Manav is an award-winning plastic surgeon recognized internationally for his expertise and tailored treatments.

• Holds multiple awards including Clinical Branch First Prize in 2021
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Specialized in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Gazi University
• Fellowship-trained under Prof. Dr. Mustapha Hamdi in Brussels

One of the best tummy tuck and revision rhinoplasty surgeons in Turkey with 33 years of experience of expertise, Dr. Babucçu founded the Plastic Surgery Department at Zonguldak Karaelmas University.

• Trained in microsurgery at Cleveland Clinic – enhances precision in complex procedures
• Specializes in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries, including body contouring
• Active member of the International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery

Dr. Suleyman Aliyazicioglu is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–present). He previously worked at Kırklareli Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025).

He earned his MD from the Gazi University Faculty of Medicine (2008–2014). He completed specialty training in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery at Pamukkale University (2022). He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

His professional development includes an Erasmus exchange at the Medical University of Lublin (2013). He attended the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Residents’ School (2018) and Eurasian Non-Surgical Days (2019). He also took part in the National Congress of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (2022, 2023).

Associate Professor at Marmara University with 22 years of experience in plastic surgery – specializes in complex reconstructive procedures.

• Trained in reconstructive microsurgery at RWTH Aachen University
• Expert in cleft lip and palate treatment, trained at Seattle Children's Hospital
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• Active member of ISAPS and American Cleft Palate Foundation

Dr. Ibrahim Erdim is an ENT specialist. He studied at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine from 2003 to 2009. He completed his ENT residency at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital from 2010 to 2014. His specialty thesis examined polysomnographic findings in obese adolescents with and without metabolic syndrome.

Experience: He worked at Erbaa State Hospital from 2014 to 2017. He served in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University Faculty of Medicine from 2017 to 2020. He worked at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital, Otorhinolaryngology, from 2020 to 2025. He has been an ENT specialist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital since 2016.

Interests: Otology and neurotology; head and neck cancer surgery; rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery; pediatric ENT; medical facial aesthetic procedures.

Publications include Stapes Stabilizing Cartilage Graft, Nasal Axis Lateralization Suture Technique in Crooked Nose, and Effect of Propolis on Salivary Glands After Radiotherapy. Memberships: Turkish Medical Association and Istanbul Association of Ear, Nose, Throat and Head & Neck Surgeons.

Dr. Kalafatlar brings a blend of academic rigor and hands-on expertise, with training at Istanbul's top institutions and certification from the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

• Specialized in procedures like tummy tuck, facelift, and breast lift
• Published researcher active in national and international medical congresses
• Holds certification for advanced experimental research techniques
• Member of Turkish societies for aesthetic and reconstructive surgery

Professor Haluk Duman is a top plastic surgeon with 31 years of experience of experience, specializing in reconstructive surgery after cancer and burns at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Fellowship-trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Expert in hand and maxillofacial surgery for adults and children
• Published 60+ papers on micro- and aesthetic surgery
• Member of The World Society For Reconstructive Microsurgery