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Salvador Garcia

  • New
  • 8 years of experience
  • Mexico, Zapopan, Hospital Jardines
  • Dr. Salvador Garcia, M.D. is a renowned Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgeon, certified by the Mexican Board of Plastic Surgery. He has completed extensive training at High Specialty Hospital Institutions. Dr. Garcia graduated with Honorable Mention from both General Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery specialties. He has also gained significant experience abroad, particularly in Brazil and Colombia.
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Liposuction
$2,000 - $3,000
Tummy tuck
$6,000 - $8,000
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$3,300 - $3,650
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Serkan Keskin

  • 4.7 Excellent 334 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Serkan Keskin is a highly experienced oncologist specializing in chemotherapy. He has numerous achievements in his field, including being ranked first in the Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam in Turkey in 2012. He is an active member of various prestigious oncology societies, and has a strong academic profile with 42 articles published in international journals.

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Rotator cuff repair surgery
$10,000 - $12,500
Trachelectomy (cervicectomy)
$9,500 - $9,500
Laparoscopic nephrectomy
$11,000 - $11,000
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Javier Herrero Jover

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 45 years of experience
  • 10000+ treatments performed
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Javier Herrero Jover is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience specializing in rhinoplasty, breast enlargement, body contour surgery, facial rejuvenation and reconstructive surgery. He is the founder and head of the Herrero Jover Médicos Center in Teknon Hospital and is the president of the Mediterranean Institute of Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery (MICARS). He also holds a degree in general medicine and surgery from the University of Barcelona and a specialty in plastic surgery from the Clinic of the Universidade Federal Fluminense (Brazil).

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Retinal detachment surgery
$7,658 - $7,658
Bladder removal
$29,364 - $34,063
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
$18,793 - $21,142
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Leyla Arvas

  • 4.7 Excellent 93 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Quartz Hospital
  • 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.

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Mammoplasty
$3,900 - $7,500
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$3,300 - $5,500
Facelift
$3,880 - $4,250
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Hakan Ikizoglu

  • 4.9 Excellent 188 reviews
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dr. MED
  • Dr. Hakan Ikizoglu is a respected Plastic Surgeon and Trichologist with more than 24 years of experience. He specializes in hair and beard transplantation, using techniques such as FUE, FUT, Safir FUE, DHI, and Hybrid methods. Dr. Ikizoglu has completed thousands of procedures. He is known for high patient satisfaction and natural-looking results.

    He graduated from Uludag University and Anadolu University. He also has advanced training in Health Services Management. Dr. Ikizoglu has held key positions in pharmaceutical and hospital management. His work has made a strong impact in the medical field.

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Rhinoplasty (nose job)
$3,000 - $4,250
Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$3,450 - $4,500
Facelift
$5,990 - $5,990
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Dr Fuzun Erdogan

  • 4.8 Excellent 196 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Adem and Havva Medical Center
  • 1️⃣ Pioneer in Medical Aesthetics Since 2004 – One of the earliest professionals in Turkey to receive a Medical Aesthetics Certificate from the Ministry of Health, making her a leading expert in aesthetic medicine. 2️⃣ Global Expertise in Aesthetic & Laser Technologies – Trained in Spain, Paris, Toronto, New York, Amsterdam, and Monaco, continuously updating her skills with cutting-edge laser and aesthetic treatments. 3️⃣ 25+ Years of Medical Excellence – With a diverse career spanning emergency medicine, clinical research, and medical aesthetics, she brings a comprehensive approach to patient care. 4️⃣ Former Lead Physician at Sabiha Gökçen International Airport – Managed workplace and emergency medical services at one of Turkey’s busiest international airports, demonstrating her high-level expertise in emergency and preventive medicine. 5️⃣ Certified Health Coach & Family Physician – Integrates nutritional treatments with medical aesthetics, providing holistic, patient-centered care for beauty and wellness. 6️⃣ Specialist in Anti-Aging & Laser Therapies – A highly skilled practitioner in advanced laser treatments, skin rejuvenation, and beauty applications, ensuring natural, long-lasting results. 7️⃣ Active Contributor to International Aesthetic Medicine – Regularly attends global congresses and seminars, staying ahead of emerging technologies and innovations in aesthetic medicine. 8️⃣ Recognized for Medical Excellence – Earned the Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine Certificate of Achievement, showcasing her outstanding dedication to healthcare and patient well-being. Dr. Füzün Erdoğan is a leading authority in medical aesthetics, blending scientific expertise, advanced technologies, and holistic wellness strategies to achieve exceptional, natural beauty results.
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Rhinoplasty (nose job)
$3,097 - $3,293
Liposuction
$3,000 - $5,000
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$2,062 - $3,097
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Melikgazi Ozturk

  • 4.7 Excellent 334 reviews
  • 8 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Melikgazi Ozturk is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. He currently practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He has worked as a specialist at several leading hospitals, including Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Afyonkarahisar State Hospital, Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, and Kayseri City Training and Research Hospital.

    Dr. Ozturk completed his specialist training at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, where he also served as a research assistant from 2018 to 2023. He received his medical degree from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. He has also worked as a general practitioner at Çorum Sungurlu State Hospital. Dr. Ozturk’s background combines strong clinical experience with academic research in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

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Rotator cuff repair surgery
$10,000 - $12,500
Trachelectomy (cervicectomy)
$9,500 - $9,500
Laparoscopic nephrectomy
$11,000 - $11,000
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Mustafa Solak

  • 4.5 Good 184 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Dr. Mustafa Solak is a medical oncologist with expertise in breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, head-neck, and gastrointestinal cancers. He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital. He then pursued a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

    Dr. Solak has managed many complex cancer cases. He has contributed to clinical advancements at respected centers, including the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He has also worked at Hitit University Corum Training Hospital and Medical Park Hospital. His experience shows a strong commitment to cancer care and research.

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Bone marrow transplantation
$35,000 - $60,000
Discectomy
$3,500 - $5,000
Nephrectomy
$7,000 - $9,000
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Nur Afsar

  • 4.7 Excellent 93 reviews
  • 6 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Quartz Hospital
  • Dr. Nur Afsar is a medical doctor with over seven years of experience in medical aesthetics. She specializes in botulinum toxin applications, dermal fillers, mesotherapy, and skin rejuvenation. Dr. Afsar is known for her evidence-based and personalized care. She has advanced skills in Ultherapy, Radiesse, thread lifting, and non-surgical facial contouring.

    She earned her M.D. from Eskişehir Osmangazi University and holds a Master’s Degree in Medical Aesthetics. Dr. Afsar has worked as an aesthetic physician at Turkeyana Clinic, Florence Nightingale Hospital, and Op. Dr. Ahmet Dilber Plastic Surgery Clinic.

    She is accredited by the Ministry of Health. Dr. Afsar has completed advanced training at Merz Academy, Ulthera Academy, and Tesslift. She regularly attends international congresses, including AMWC Monaco, IMCAS Paris, and Dubai Derma.

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Mammoplasty
$3,900 - $7,500
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$3,300 - $5,500
Facelift
$3,880 - $4,250
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Bartolome Oliver

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 49 years of experience
  • 280+ treatments performed
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Bartolome Oliver has been practicing since 1979 and performs microsurgical operations and utilizes apparatuses of non-invasive radiosurgery. He provides online consultations and is a member of various international medical communities. He is the author of 150 publications and 350 reports at international medical conferences.

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Retinal detachment surgery
$7,658 - $7,658
Bladder removal
$29,364 - $34,063
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
$18,793 - $21,142
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Im Young Min

  • 4.8 Excellent 9 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, VG Plastic Surgery
  • Dr. Young Min Im is a renowned plastic surgeon and chief physician at VG Plastic Surgery Clinic. He has extensive experience in plastic surgery and is a member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS), Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). He specializes in face and body plastic procedures.
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Liposuction
$1,500 - $2,000
Otoplasty (ear surgery)
$3,000 - $5,000
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Abdullah Calik

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 9 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Soraca Med Istanbul
  • “I was born in 1991 in the district of Ünye in Ordu. I am married and a fatherof one child. I graduated from Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine in 2015. Between 2016 and 2021, I completed my residency training in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Eskişehir Osmangazi University.

    Subsequently, from 2021 to 2023, I worked as a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and AestheticSurgery at Sancaktepe Şehit Prof.

    Dr. İlhan Varank Training and Research Hospital. Currently, I provide services in Istanbul at a private healthcare institution, specializing in all types of aesthetic surgical procedures, non-surgical aesthetic treatments, hair transplantation, reconstructive surgery, congenital anomalies, and skin cancers.”

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FUE hair transplant
$1,680 - $1,850
Porcelain Veneer
$164 - $206
Tummy tuck
$2,750 - $3,500
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Atilla Hacilar

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, CE International Hospital
  • Op. Dr. Atilla H.

    Plastic Surgeon

    Education

    Specialty Training

    2010 - 2016
    Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery

    Undergraduate Education

    1989 - 1995
    Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine

    Experience

    2020 -
    ClinicExpert - Plastic Surgery Specialist

    Biography

    Born in Cyprus, Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon, Op. Dr. Atilla H. worked at Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital for 3 years. He graduated from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 1995 and completed his specialization at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2001. He worked at Ankara Bayındır Hospital for 2 years and at İskenderun State Hospital for 14 years.

    Certificates

    2021 - Thread Lift - Face Lift Certificates (Belgium)

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Mammoplasty
$4,228 - $4,816
Gastric balloon
$1,879 - $4,228
All-on-4 Dental Implants
$2,173 - $2,760
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Ilker Tinay

  • 4.6 Excellent 499 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Ilker Tinay is a Urological Oncologist with expertise in minimally invasive surgery, neo-bladder reconstruction, and urological cancers. He works at Anadolu Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University and completed his urology residency at Marmara University.

    Dr. Tinay is an executive board member of the Association of Urooncology. He also serves as Secretary of the Bladder Tumours Research Group. He is on the Board of Directors of the Urological Surgery Association, Northern Marmara Branch. Dr. Tinay is a member of the European Association of Urology and the American College of Surgeons.

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Lobectomy
$17,619 - $29,364
Hysterectomy with DaVinci robot
$24,700 - $28,000
Immunotherapy
$6,000 - $10,000
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Chen Chaicharncheep

  • 3 Good 1 review
  • 8 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Dr. Chen Surgery Hospital International Center
  • Dr. Chen Chaicharncheep is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon. He is a member of the Medical Council of Thailand Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chen is also affiliated with the Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery (KCCS). He holds advanced certificates in eye, nose, and lip surgery from Korea.

    Dr. Chen has completed international fellowships and hands-on training in advanced aesthetic science. He has trained in minimally-invasive body contouring and deep plane face lifting at leading medical centers in South Korea, Singapore, Italy, and France. His expertise includes complex rhinoplasty, liposuction, fat transfer, and facial rejuvenation. Dr. Chen is committed to delivering excellent results and prioritizing patient safety.

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FUE hair transplant
$5,200 - $6,200
Breast lift
$10,206 - $10,991
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
$4,360 - $6,760
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Yesim Yildirim

  • 4.6 Excellent 499 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Yeşim (Yesim) Yıldırım — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2011). ESMO-certified specialist, Professor since 2021, author of 80+ scientific publications. Trained at top centers — Rambam (Israel) and Mount Vernon (UK). Treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcomas; uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

    Why patients choose Dr. Yeşim Yıldırım:

    • 20+ years of clinical practice; Professor of Medical Oncology since 2021.
    • 80+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy — treatment plans are based on up-to-date evidence.
    • ESMO certification — from Europe’s leading oncology society — confirms high qualification and continuous training to international standards.
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Lobectomy
$17,619 - $29,364
Hysterectomy with DaVinci robot
$24,700 - $28,000
Immunotherapy
$6,000 - $10,000
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Zafer Orkun Toktas

  • 4.5 Good 51 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Ataşehir Hospital
  • 2022 - Currently, İstanbul/Turkey

    MEMORIAL ATAŞEHIR HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

    2018 - 2022, İstanbul/Turkey

    VM MEDICAL PARK PENDİK HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

    2012 - 2018, İstanbul/Turkey

    BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL PARK GÖZTEPE HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

    2009 - 2011, Bitlis/Turkey

    MINISTRY OF HEALTH TATVAN STATE HOSPITAL

    Neurosurgeon

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Breast reconstruction surgery
$5,000 - $5,500
Installing heart pacemaker
$7,000 - $17,000
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Dr Emre Gunbey

  • 4.8 Excellent 131 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital
  • Dr. Emre Gunbey is an Assistant Professor of ENT. He specializes in nose aesthetics, endoscopic sinus surgery, snoring and sleep apnea, and head and neck tumor surgery. He graduated from Ege University School of Medicine in 2003. He completed his ENT residency at Kecioren Training and Research Hospital in 2011.

    Dr. Gunbey has worked at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital and Adatip Istanbul Hospital. He also gained international experience as an observer at Mayo Clinic in the USA. He is a member of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, the European Rhinology Association, and the Facial Plastic Surgery Association.

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Umbilical hernia repair
$3,280 - $3,280
Hemorrhoidectomy
$1,910 - $2,350
Knee Arthroscopy
$1,820 - $2,870
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Furkan Erol Karabekmez

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Ankara, Prof. Furkan Karabekmez's Aesthetic Surgery Clinic
  • He finished Plastic Surgery training in 2009 and worked at Mayo Clinic, Plastic Surgery department as a Research Fellow in the USA. He had the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Diploma. He worked in Munster University Clinical, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery department. He worked at Al Hayat National Hospital in Saudi Arabia for two years and have a licence from Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. He can speak fluently English and Turkish and have a beginner-level Arabic language. In December 2021, he started to work in his private clinic in Ankara Turkey. He has published 58 previewed articles and several book chapters, He has 128 presentation.
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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$1,175 - $1,409
Facelift
$3,641 - $3,671
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Vlastimil Visek

  • 4.6 Excellent 47 reviews
  • 40 years of experience
  • Czech Republic, Prague, Altos Clinic
  • Dr. Vlastimil Visek is a respected plastic surgeon. He holds postgraduate certifications in surgery and plastic surgery, as well as a Candidate of Sciences degree. He is licensed by the Czech Medical Chamber for medical practice and head doctor positions in plastic surgery.

    Dr. Visek has worked as head doctor at top private clinics and health centers. He has also served as a consultant for a city district in Prague. He completed internships in major international cities. He has written or co-written 45 scientific lectures and publications, and has published hundreds of educational articles.

    He is a member of several respected medical societies, including the European Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and IPRAS. His academic and clinical work has made a strong impact on the field of plastic surgery.

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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$870 - $1,020
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