Best Hair Transplant Doctors in Turkey for Australians

The doctor is a highly experienced hair transplant specialist with over 24 years in the field. Specializing in advanced techniques such as Safir FUE, DHI, and Hybrid methods, the doctor offers a comprehensive range of procedures including hair, beard, eyebrow, and eyelash transplantation, as well as PRP hair loss treatment.

Graduating from Uludag University in 1996 and furthering education at Preston University and Anadolu University, the doctor is also qualified in Health Services Management, Justice, and Business Administration. The doctor has held managerial roles in pharmaceutical companies and health groups, enhancing expertise in the medical and business aspects of healthcare.

The doctor is the youngest member of the prestigious Rhinoplasty Society, which accepts only a limited number of international surgeons. Specializing in functional nasal surgery, facial rejuvenation, mega liposuction, and breast surgery, the doctor has a robust educational background with degrees from Ankara University and Hacettepe University.

Professional experience includes roles as Chief of the Department of Hand Surgery at Private Irene Hospital, Partner-Surgeon at Professor Dr. Onur Erol's clinic, and Plastic Surgeon at Zeeba Clinic in Cleveland. The doctor has also served as an observer doctor in Finland and Sweden.

Memberships include the Istanbul Medical Chamber, Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, and the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association.

The doctor has extensive experience in hair transplantation, having worked in prestigious hospitals such as Medistate, Cagiıner, and Acibadem in Turkey. With 16 years in the field, the doctor established a successful hair clinic, providing services for over a decade.

The clinic is renowned for its unique use of oxygenated therapy, which the doctor pioneered, offering patients less pain, faster recovery, and minimal scarring. The doctor oversees a team that performs at least 500 hair transplantations monthly, ensuring high standards and natural-looking results.

Dr Atilla Hacilar is a highly focused plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has successfully performed over 1,100 surgical procedures.

• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery at CE International Hospital
• Completed advanced training at the prestigious Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Holds international certification in facial contouring and lifting techniques from Belgium
• Brings deep expertise from over a decade of service at Turkish state and private hospitals

Dr. Mehmet Erdogan is a highly experienced plastic surgeon and co-founder of Smile Hair Clinic in Turkey, with an M.D. from Yeditepe University. He has performed more than 4,000 operations, is a perfectionist in aesthetics, and has developed the True™ Philosophy. He is also a member of the Turkish Medical Association and the Turkish Healthcare Travel Council.

Dr Mehmet Berki is the Chief Physician at Hair Clinic and has built his career managing specialised hair restoration hospitals in Istanbul.

• Previously served as the Responsible Manager and Chief Physician at Cinik Hair Hospital
• Uses his background in emergency medicine to oversee patient safety and clinical standards
• Managed education planning for medical certificate programmes at Kadir Has University
• Oversees modern hair restoration techniques including aesthetic patient follow-up and clinical treatment

SPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

• Microsurgery
• Cleft lip
• Burn emergency
• Maxillofacial surgery
• Aesthetic surgery
• Tumor surgery
• Nerve injuries
• Reconstructive surgery

EDUCATIONAL BACKGORUND

INONU UNIVERSITY SUBSPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

2010-2014

FACULTY OF MEDICINE

INONU UNIVERSITY SPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

2002-2007

FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DIVISION OF SURGICAL MEDICINE SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

INONU UNIVERSITY SPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

2002-2007

FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DIVISION OF SURGICAL MEDICINE SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Thesis name: Analysis of the long-term results of four different techniques with a new method in patients who underwent a reduction mammoplasty (2007) Thesis Supervisor: (ALI GÜRLEK)

POSITIONS

• PROFESSOR

2019 İNÖNÜ ÜNİVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE

• ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

2013 İNÖNÜ ÜNİVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE

• EDUCATION COORDINATOR

2011 İNÖNÜ ÜNİVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE

• ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

2008

INONU UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DIVISION OF SURGICAL MEDICINE SCIENCES, DEPARTMENT OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

MANAGED THESES

2014

ΑΥΤΕΚΙΝ ΑΗΜET HAMDI, (2014). Comparison of the effects of PRP and hyaluronic acid injections into allogeneic vascular graft on nerve regeneration in the treatment of peripheral nerve defects, Inonü University->Faculty of Medicine->Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

2012

GEYİK YILMAZ, (2012). Comparison of reconstruction methods, where vessel, and cartilage grafts are used, in peripheral nerve injuries and analysis of a new technique, İnönü University->Faculty of Medicine->Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery     

PROJECT TASKS

*Effects of Chrysin on burn wound healing, 1st scientific research project, which is supported by Higher Education Institutions, Researcher: FIRAT CEMAL, Researcher: OĞUZTÜRK HAKAN, Coordinator: TURTAY MUHAMMETGÖKHAN, Researcher: ÇİFTÇİ OSMAN, 01:092013-Glucan treatment prevents progressive burn ischaemia in the zone of stasis and improves burn healing. An experimental study in rats Firat C Samdanci E Erbatur S Aytekin AH AK M Turtay MG

Coban YK Burns 2012 Mar 31 Inönü University Scientific Research Project Responsible coordinator, BAP, Supervisor, 2010-2014 (ΝΑΤΙΟNAL) Cerium nitrate treatment prevents progressive tissue necrosis in the zone of stasis following burn

Eski M Ozer F Firat C Alhan D Arsian N Senturk T İşik S Burns 2012 Mar 38 2 2839 Epub 2011 Oct 19 Ankara Gulhane Military Medical Academy Scientific Research Project Researcher, BAP, Researcher, 2010-2011 (NATIONAL)

Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Nose Aesthetics Operations (Rhinoplasty)...

Breast Aesthetic Operations (Reduction, Enlargement and Lift)...

Fat Removal Operations (Liposuction)

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)...

Eyelid Operations (Blepharoplasty)...

Eyebrow Lift Operations

Face Lift Operations...

Fat Injections

facial surgery

micro surgery

plastic surgery

skin cancers

breast aesthetics

Congenital facial anomalies

Reconstructive surgery

MICROSURGERY

Suture techniques

cosmetic surgery

Operating room experience

Reconstructive techniques

aesthetic judgment

medical information

surgical skills

Dr. Cemal Kara is a general surgeon with 26 years of experience. He specializes in cosmetic and weight-loss surgeries. He has performed more than 6,200 procedures. Dr. Kara co-founded the Aegean Medical Health Center and is recognized as a leader in his field.

He holds a Certificate of Surgical Competence from the Turkish Surgical Association, awarded in 2008. Dr. Kara has received several awards in both international and national scientific competitions. He invented and patented a laparoscopic surgical instrument. He has also published over 30 medical articles.

Dr. Kara is an active member of several professional organizations. These include the Turkish Surgical Association, Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association, and the Aegean Region Surgery Association.

The doctor graduated with an honorary degree in 2012 from Ege University, where his passion for Medical Aesthetics began. He gained extensive clinical experience in general surgery and emergency medicine at Ege University Hospital. His advanced surgical training included rotations at Mount Sinai Hospital, the Recanati Miller Transplant Institute, and the James J. Peters Bronx Military Hospital in New York.

Since 2015, the doctor has specialized in FUE, DHI, and Revision Hair transplantation surgery, completing over 3500 procedures. He uses micromotor and manual extraction techniques and sapphire blades for recipient site creation, focusing on natural-looking results.

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.

The doctor is the co-founder of Smile Hair Clinic and holds a Medical Degree from Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa. His career began at Medical Park Health Group, where he gained expertise in aesthetic procedures and hair transplantation, earning a Medical Aesthetics and Hair Transplantation Training certificate.

He later joined Medicana Healthcare Group as a Hair Transplant Surgeon and quickly advanced to Deputy Chief Physician. The doctor has performed over 4000 hair transplant procedures and is recognized globally for his expertise, welcoming patients worldwide.

He advocates for a comprehensive treatment approach, using Micromotor Graft extraction and Sapphire FUE Hair Transplantation techniques.

Dr Vedat Tosun serves as a specialist at the Hair Transplantation Department of Istinye University Liv Hospital, one of Turkey's premier academic medical centres.

• Coordinated hair restoration programmes at major Istanbul hospitals including Florence Nightingale and the German Hospital
• Specialises in the FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) technique for natural-looking results
• Completed advanced dermocosmetology training at Medipol University
• Participated in international dermatologic surgery and Mediterranean FUE workshops

Dr Asli Uslu has managed over 10,000 hair transplant cases, specialising in advanced restoration at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul.

• Accredited by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery – a gold standard for international trust
• Uses Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) for high-density results and faster healing
• Performs Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) to ensure natural-looking outcomes with no linear scarring
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Personally evaluates every patient to customise graft placement and hairline design

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Medical Faculty in 1998 and specialized in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. She gained significant experience in microsurgery at Taiwan Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and laser treatments at TWMU Hospital in Tokyo. The doctor further honed her skills in face and breast aesthetics at Instituto Javier de Benito in Barcelona.

As an Assistant Professor at Yeditepe University Hospital, she contributed to the field of plastic surgery and later became a consultant at Bosphorus Anatomica Plastic Surgery Center. She specializes in Rhinoplasty, Blepharoplasty, face lifts, liposuction, and body shaping procedures, utilizing advanced techniques like VASER and LASER liposuction.

With over 30 years of experience, the doctor is a distinguished plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in hair transplants, liposuction, and facial surgeries. His dedication to patient care and achieving natural-looking results has earned him recognition as one of the top plastic surgeons in Turkey.

He has been acknowledged by Harper's Bazaar and Elle magazines as one of the 'Top 10 Plastic Surgeons' and holds the title of 'cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery expert' from the Ministry of Health of Turkey. The doctor is a member of several prestigious societies, including the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgery and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Dr Behruz Uysal leads the department for hair health at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a certified specialist who focuses on medical and surgical hair restoration techniques.

• President of the Hair Transplantation and Hair Health Department
• Certified Hair Transplant Specialist with extensive clinical focus
• Holds a specialist certification in mesotherapy for hair health
• Member of the International Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

CANER GELBAL, MD

Birth Date : January 16, 1993 year

Birth Place : İstanbul, Turkey

Education, Awards and Certifications

• Inter High School Olympic Competition,Ankara Science High School Olympic Team Captain,Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey(TUBİTAK)-2009 year
• Ankara Science High School-2007-2010 year
• İzmir Science High School – 2010-2011 year 
• Istanbul University School of Medicine – 2017 year 
• Animal Research Certificate – January 2019 year 
• Microsurgery Certificate- May 2019 year 
• Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital , Department  of Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery  - 2018 year – Current
   

Rotations

November 2018 year - April 2019 year  - General Surgery Rotation - Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital Department of General Surgery

April - May 2019 year - Orthopedia Rotation - Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital Department of Orthopedia

Articles published in nationally-respected journals: 

1. Tatar BE, Gelbal C, Sezgiç M, Karakol P, Uslu C, Kabul S. A Rare Case: Malignant Granular Cell Tumor in Axillary Region.

Oral Presentations in International Meetings

1.Using Mandibular Bony Tissues Which Are Treated with Liquid Nitrogen As Scaffold For Partial Femoral Transplantation in Mandible Reconstruction and Evaluation of Bone Survival: Experimental Rat Femur Transplantation Model 

Percin Karakol, Burak Ergün Tatar, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal, Mehmet Bozkurt 

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

2. The Effect of Centrifuge Duration on Fat Graft Survival 

Percin Karakol, Burak Ergün Tatar, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal, Mehmet Bozkurt

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

3. Are the permanent effects of renal failure not so permanent? 

Percin Karakol, Caner Gelbal, Can Uslu, Burak Ergün Tatar, Mehmet Bozkurt

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

Oral Presentations in national Meetings:

1.Üst ekstremite acil ve elektif vakalarda WALANT’ın kullanımı.                                   

Burak Ergün Tatar, Perçin Karakol, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal  41. Ulusal Plastik Cerrahi Kurultayı, 26-30 October, 2019 year, Samsun,Turkey