Best Skin grafting for burns Doctors Worldwide — TOP 30

Dr. Kadriye Ipek Uzunoglu specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital, with extensive training in plastic surgery techniques.

• Over 16 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Trained at Sivas Republic University and University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Member of Turkish Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Specializes in revision rhinoplasty and facial aesthetics

Dr. Melikgazi Ozturk is a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He received his medical degree from the prestigious Hacettepe University. Dr. Ozturk focuses on combining clinical practice with active academic research. He works at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul.

• Performs complex procedures including rhinoplasty, deep plane facelifts, and breast reconstruction.
• Completed specialized training and served as a research assistant at Erciyes University.
• Expertise covers aesthetic body contouring like Vaser liposuction and tummy tucks.
• Practices at a facility maintaining a 90% success rate for organ transplants.

Dr. Javier Herrero Jover is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is a pioneer in virtual surgical planning and uses 3D simulation for precise results. Dr. Herrero Jover founded Alma IT Systems to develop patient-specific medical imaging software. He has performed over 10,000 surgical procedures throughout his career.

• Specializes in primary and revision rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation, and breast surgery.
• Introduced 3D visualization technology for enhanced accuracy in plastic and reconstructive procedures.
• Serves as the President of the Mediterranean Institute of Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery.
• Authored over 150 scientific publications and presented at 350+ international congresses.

Dr. Tonguc Isken is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Isken previously served as a faculty member at Johns Hopkins University in the US. He also held a faculty role at Uppsala University in Sweden.

• Member of the International Society of Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Published over 50 scientific articles, with 33 in international journals.
• Winner of two TUBITAK science incentive awards for research excellence.
• Performs complex breast reconstructions, tummy tucks, and facial contouring.

Professor Cemal Firat specializes in burn reconstruction at Medical Park Antalya, with over 24 years of expertise in complex skin grafting.

• Subspecialized in microsurgery and reconstructive surgery
• Published research on innovative burn healing techniques
• Academic professor who trains future plastic surgeons
• Handles severe burns requiring multi-stage reconstruction

Op. Dr. Semih Özçınar is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He earned his M.D. from Ankara University and completed his plastic surgery residency at İnönü University. He is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).

His scientific work includes an oral presentation at the 2022 National Congress of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery titled "Retrospective Analysis of Regional, Free, and Local Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction." He also wrote a thesis on the effect of septocolumellar flap use on nasal tip projection in rhinoplasty.

He has completed training in ISAPS Live Surgery Rhinoplasty, the ISAPS World Congress 2022 in Istanbul, Bosphorus Breast Live Surgery, the 9th Rhinoplasty & Facial Aesthetics fresh cadaver course, BTS International Aesthetic in Sweden, and FABCAST meetings. His focus areas are facial aesthetics, breast surgery, body contouring, and reconstruction.

Dr. Umit Naci Karacal is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Memorial Ankara Hospital. He held a professorship at Black Sea Technical University for over two decades. Dr. Karacal specializes in aesthetic surgery and complex reconstructive procedures. He completed his medical degree at the prestigious Hacettepe University. He then finished his specialty training at Ankara Numune Hospital.

• Served as a faculty member at Izmir Bakirçay University.
• Achieved the rank of Professor in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Served as a chief assistant at Ankara Numune Hospital.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Memorial Ankara Hospital.

Dr. Hasbi Meral has performed 2,000+ successful plastic surgeries at his practice in Antalya. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). This certification signifies his adherence to high European surgical standards. Dr. Meral specializes in facial rejuvenation, complex rhinoplasty, and body contouring.

• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.
• Holds a specialized certification in reconstructive microsurgery.
• Expertise includes mommy makeovers, breast surgery, and reconstructive surgery for burns.
• Practices at Mert Meral Plastic Surgery, an ESAPS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Hasan Sahin is a plastic surgeon at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 12,000 surgeries for more than 5,000 patients globally. Dr. Sahin is board-certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons. He handles complex primary and secondary restorative procedures for the face and body.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, breast aesthetics, and body contouring.
• Expertise includes craniofacial surgery, hand surgery, and microsurgical procedures.
• Certified in flap dissection, wound healing, and microsurgery techniques.
• Offers consultative services for complex revision cases and functional nose procedures.

Dr. Alexandro Aguilera is an award-winning specialist in reconstructive microsurgery, recognized internationally for his expertise in complex procedures.

• Trained in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Hospital General 'Dr. Manuel Gea Gonzalez'
• Advanced specialty in Hand Surgery and Peripheral Nerve procedures
• Winner of the 2016 American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery Travel Grant
• Associate Professor of Experimental Microsurgery at UNAM
• 5 years as attending physician at National Institute of Pediatrics

Dr. Guo Zhi Qian is the Director of Burns, Plastic Surgery, and Wound Repair at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is a certified aesthetic physician and a standing committee member of the CAPA Cross-Strait Branch. Dr. Guo provides facial rejuvenation, complex scar repair, and reconstruction after tumor excision.

• Specializes in oculoplastic surgery, breast augmentation, and body contouring.
• Treats chronic wounds and ulcers using PRP and skin grafting.
• Expert in emergency burn care and tissue expansion techniques.
• Sits on the Fujian Chronic Wound Group as Deputy Head.

Dr. Emrah Koksal specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery at MedicalPark Göztepe Hospital, with extensive training in skin grafting techniques.

• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy – a leading institution for reconstructive surgery
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Affiliated with the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Experienced in both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures

Dr. Aydin Onen is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist. His clinical interests include face and neck lift, rhinoplasty, breast aesthetics, and body contouring and liposuction. He also performs abdominoplasty, gynecomastia surgery, blepharoplasty, otoplasty, temporal and brow lift, fillers and Botox, fat and nanofat injection, and medical aesthetic treatments.

Education: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, 2012–2018. Residency in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Manisa Celal Bayar University, 2018–2024. Experience: Plastic Surgery Specialist, Bayburt State Hospital, 2024–2025. Training: Basic Microsurgery at Necmettin Erbakan University. Cadaver and live surgery courses. Ege University Experimental Animals Certificate. Member: Turkish PRAS and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association. Publication: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2025. Topic: EGF preconditioning and fat graft survival. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-025-05203-1.

With over 44 years in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Coca specializes in complex burn cases at Quironsalud Madrid.

• First Prize winner at the SECPRE meeting for innovative techniques
• Member of the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Former Secretary General of the Spanish Society of Plastic Surgery
• Extensive experience in experimental microsurgery and skin grafting

Dr. Rivera specializes in advanced skin grafting techniques with over 19 years of surgical experience. He co-directs the Plastic Surgery Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• Trained in Tissue Engineering at the University of Granada
• Works with Major Burn Ward teams for complex cases
• Participates in international surgical technology forums
• Combines cosmetic and reconstructive approaches for optimal results

Dr. Emre Günenç is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He has worked there since 2026. He trained at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital, one of Istanbul’s largest and busiest centers. This gave him broad operative experience.

Education: Acıbadem University. Plastic Surgery residency at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital. Specialist posts: Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital (2024–2025) and Cemil Taşcıoğlu Training and Research Hospital (2024).

Accreditations: Member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association. Courses: 42nd Basic Microsurgery Course, ISAPS 5th Aesthetic Istanbul, and 4th Full Circle Rhinoplasty Live Surgery. He has also attended many national congresses and focused rhinoplasty and facial aesthetics courses. Focus: natural, balanced, and functional results in rhinoplasty, and in breast, body, and facial procedures.

Dr. Siripong Lakkhanawong brings 25+ years of expertise in plastic surgery and general surgery, focusing on optimal surgical outcomes.

• Specializes in skin grafting for burns with a strong commitment to patient safety
• Holistic approach to patient care with high medical standards
• Board-certified in plastic surgery and general surgery

Dr. Özkan trained in plastic surgery at Baskent University and did fellowships in Japan, Belgium, and Korea – specializing in complex burn reconstructions.

• 17 years focused on plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Active member of the International Society of Burn Injuries
• Associate Professor at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Fellowships at top centers in Tokyo, Ghent, and Seoul