Best DHI hair transplantation Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Hair and beard transplant specialist

Dr Leyla Arvas is a highly skilled plastic surgeon with over 1,100 successful procedures performed at her private Quartz Clinic in Istanbul.

• Specialises in aesthetic hair restoration using precise micro-surgical techniques
• Trained at the world-renowned Chang Gung Memorial Hospital microsurgery centre
• Former Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at Yeditepe University Hospital
• International fellowship experience in facial aesthetics across Tokyo, Barcelona, and Taiwan
• Expert in combining surgical precision with aesthetic body and facial contouring

Cengiz Yaylaci has overseen more than 20,000 successful hair restoration procedures and pioneered oxygenated hair therapy in Turkey. He leads the team at Hair Clinic in Istanbul, which maintains a 99% success rate for transplants.

• Developed a unique oxygenated therapy system to reduce surgical pain and scarring
• Specialises in DHI and FUE techniques for hair, beard, and eyebrow restoration
• Won the Mood Award for Best Hair Transplant Clinic in 2018 and 2019
• Former specialist at major Turkish institutions including Acibadem and Medistate hospitals

Dr. Ilker Manavbaşı is the youngest member of the Rhinoplasty Society. This exclusive organization admits only a limited number of international surgeons. He specializes in functional nasal surgery, facial rejuvenation, and mega liposuction. Dr. Manavbaşı developed two surgical techniques presented at the Symposium on Plastic Surgery in Italy.

• Completed plastic surgery residency at Hacettepe University.
• Served as a plastic surgeon at the Zeeba Clinic in Cleveland, USA.
• Former Chief of the Department of Hand Surgery at Private Irene Hospital.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

Professor Hakan Ikizoglu is the pioneer of a patented hybrid hair transplant technique designed to maximise graft harvest while protecting the donor area.

• Performed over 1,100 hair transplantation procedures with high success rates
• Specialises in Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) and Sapphire FUE methods
• Personal assessment aiming to cover 97% of bald areas in one session
• Provides a full 12 months of doctor-level post-operative follow-up care
• Qualified as both a plastic surgeon and specialist trichologist

Dr Atilla Hacilar has performed 1,100 successful surgical treatments and holds a European certificate in thread lift and face lift procedures from Belgium.

• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery at CE International Hospital
• Completed advanced training at the Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on precise hair restoration using his surgical background for natural results
• Previously served as a senior specialist at several major state and private hospitals
• Uses his aesthetic surgical training to ensure careful donor site management

Dr Mehmet Berki is a senior hair transplant specialist who has led major medical teams at prominent Turkish hair restoration hospitals.

• Performed over 900 successful hair restoration treatments
• Served as Chief Physician at the well-known Cinik Hair Hospital
• Specialises in DHI techniques for natural hair density and flow
• Managed medical education programmes at Kadir Has University
• Holds a 4.8-star patient satisfaction rating for clinical outcomes

Professor Cemal Firat is a highly credentialed Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Medical Park Antalya who specialises in complex microsurgery and aesthetic procedures.

• Holds the rank of Professor at Inonu University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in microsurgery allows for high-precision graft handling during hair restoration
• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery with a focus on natural-looking outcomes
• Extensive academic background in surgical medicine and wound healing research
• Fellowship-level training in advanced plastic and maxillofacial surgical techniques

Dr. Mehmet Erdogan has performed over 5,000 hair restoration procedures and co-founded the specialist Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul.

• Developed the True Philosophy for hair restoration focusing on natural-looking hairlines
• Associate member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS)
• Expert in Sapphire DHI and FUE techniques for precise graft placement
• Former Deputy Chief Physician at Medicana Health Group with extensive surgical oversight
• Specialises in complex cases including Afro hair and female hair transplants

Dr. Mohammed Alhelou is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Elixirmed Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in a broad range of aesthetic procedures, from complex facial reconstruction to body contouring. Dr. Alhelou performs microsurgery and uses specialized suture techniques for refined results. He works at Elixirmed Clinic, which serves 4,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, facelift, and eyelid operations (blepharoplasty).
• Performs breast aesthetics, including reduction, enlargement, and reconstructive surgery.
• Treats congenital facial anomalies and skin cancers.
• Expert in fat removal (liposuction) and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) techniques.

Dr Firdavs Ahmedov has performed 3,500+ procedures and holds an honorary degree with surgical training from major New York institutions.

• Trained at Mount Sinai Hospital and the Recanati Miller Transplant Institute in the USA
• Specialises in manual and micromotor extraction for precise results
• Uses sapphire blades for recipient sites to promote faster healing
• Member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS)
• Expert in specialised cases including beard, eyebrow, and Afro hair transplantation

Metin Al was a pioneer of the DHI technique in Türkiye and has completed over 10,000 successful hair transplant cases. He currently leads hair restoration procedures and specialist training at the Estemarley Hair Clinic in Istanbul.

• Specialises in DHI, FUE, and hybrid transplantation methods
• Provides professional training to international medical teams and fellow doctors
• Held senior roles at the prestigious Acıbadem and Nişantaşı hospitals
• Holds clinical certification in anaesthesia and resuscitation for patient safety
• Graduated from Mersin University and Istanbul Gelişim University

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 is a dedicated specialist who focuses on Direct Hair Implantation at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He has led hair restoration programmes across several of Istanbul’s primary medical centres.

• Held coordinator roles at Istanbul University Florence Nightingale Hospital and German Hospital
• Practises at a JCI-accredited university hospital facility
• Completed specialised FUE workshop training in Antalya
• Experienced in dermocosmetology and dermatologic surgery techniques

Dr. Gökay Bilgin has performed over 4,000 hair transplant procedures and co-founded the Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul. He is an associate member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery.

• Specialises in precise DHI and Sapphire FUE techniques for natural-looking hairlines
• Handles complex cases including Afro hair and female hair transplantation
• Developed the TrueTM Philosophy to standardise high-quality surgical training
• Former Deputy Chief Physician at the Medicana Healthcare Group
• Trained at Istanbul University–Cerrahpasa, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical faculties

Dr Asli Uslu provides specialised hair restoration at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul, focusing on precision-driven techniques for natural hair growth.

• Specialises in Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) for high graft density
• Utilises Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) to minimise donor area scarring
• Focuses on precise follicle placement to achieve realistic hairline angles
• Customises hair density plans based on individual patient loss patterns
• Trains in advanced restoration methods to reduce patient recovery time

Dr Caner Gelbal is a specialist in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, focusing on refined graft survival techniques.

• Holds a Microsurgery Certificate for performing high-precision delicate procedures
• Researched fat graft survival and centrifuge methods at the European Plastic Surgery Research Council
• Experienced in the WALANT technique – a wide-awake anaesthesia method for patient comfort
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University School of Medicine
• Presents clinical research internationally on bone and tissue survival

Dr. Mustafa Aydinol is a board-certified plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon. He holds an M.D. from Dicle University School of Medicine in Turkey. He also studied at Cumhuriyet University School of Medicine in Turkey.

He provides a full range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. His focus includes rhinoplasty, breast surgery, and body contouring. He is skilled in advanced rhinoplasty techniques and facial rejuvenation.

He delivers patient-centered, safety-first care before and after surgery. He leads a multidisciplinary clinical team. He oversees advanced surgical technologies and protocols. He values innovation and international collaboration.

Dr Behruz Uysal leads the Hair Transplantation and Hair Health Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specialises in high-precision hair restoration techniques for natural-looking results.

• President of the Hair Transplantation Department at a major Turkish hospital
• Certified specialist in both hair transplantation and medical mesotherapy
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Experienced in managing complex hair health cases and restoration plans
• Registered member of the Turkish Medical Association