Breast reconstruction surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Safa Manav is a European Board-certified plastic surgeon who completed a prestigious fellowship under Professor Mustapha Hamdi, a world leader in breast surgery.

• Holds FEBOPRAS certification from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• International member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society
• Recognised as a Top 10 Plastic Surgeon in Turkey for 2025 and 2026
• Awarded The Best Medical Paper Award for his clinical research and contributions
• Provides a structured pathway for international patients including medical hotel recovery support

Dr. Nihal Durmus Kocaaslan is a plastic surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Kocaaslan holds both national and European board certifications (EBOPRAS). She treats congenital anomalies and performs complex breast and jaw reconstructions.

• Earned a PhD in Forensic Medicine and serves as a Ministry of Justice expert.
• Completed microsurgery training at RWTH Aachen and cleft care at Seattle Children’s.
• Specializes in orthognathic surgery and maxillofacial procedures.
• Maintains active membership in ISAPS and the AO Craniofacial Surgery Foundation.

Dr. Ercan Karacaoglu is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Karacaoglu previously served as an Associate Professor at Brown University in the USA. He specializes in endoscopic facial rejuvenation and laser lipolysis techniques.

• Certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS).
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Published over 40 research papers and contributed to five international medical books.
• Works at JCI-accredited Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, which follows US clinical safety standards.

Professor Haluk Duman completed a prestigious fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Centre in the USA – one of the world's highest-ranked cancer institutions. He leads complex reconstructive cases at Anadolu Medical Centre in Istanbul.

• Specialises in breast reconstruction following mastectomy, alongside hand and maxillofacial surgery
• Uses microsurgery techniques to restore both function and natural aesthetics
• Member of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery
• Published over 60 scientific papers on plastic and reconstructive advancements
• Former specialist at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital and Brooke Army Medical Centre

Dr Ozlem Cemboluk specialises in restorative breast surgery at Anadolu Medical Center, focusing on blending technical precision with a keen aesthetic eye.

• Completed specialized training in oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery in Istanbul
• Member of the International Confederation of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Focuses on restoring form and function through advanced fat grafting and flap techniques
• Previously served as Clinic Chief at Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital

Professor Ozlem Cholak is a double award-winning specialist who serves as the Head of Department for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Holds the title of Professor in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery from the Higher Education Board
• Won second prize at the AAEF Surgical Forum Breast Symposium in Barcelona for her work in complex wound management
• Specialises in advanced microsurgical techniques for restorative breast procedures
• Volunteered as a consultant surgeon for international humanitarian aid missions in Jordan and Uzbekistan

Dr. Kadir Berat Oyur is a physician specializing in plastic and microsurgery. Before residency, he was an observer with Dr. Simon Talbot at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency in 2021 at BELMAPO, Department of Plastic and Microsurgery. In his final year, he worked at Dr. Dmitry Batiukov’s Aesthetic Surgery Clinic in Minsk.

He then completed a one-year research fellowship under Dr. Gregory R. D. Evans at the University of California, Irvine. He observed operations and attended lectures. He passed the USMLE. He holds ECFMG certification, which is valid in the United States and many other countries.

Dr Emrah Koksal is a plastic and reconstructive specialist at Medical Park Göztepe who focus on microsurgical breast restoration.

• Trained at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Member of the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association for complex tissue transfers
• Active member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Worked across major state and specialist hospitals handling high-volume reconstructive cases
• Specialises in aesthetic refinement during reconstructive procedures

Dr Mustafa Aydinol is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specialises in combining restorative techniques with aesthetic precision at Estemarley.

• Focuses on advanced breast surgery and complex body contouring
• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons
• Prioritises a safety-first approach with multidisciplinary surgical teams
• Expertise in modern reconstructive techniques for natural, balanced results
• Completed specialist surgical training at Dicle University School of Medicine

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 Ozge Utku Aydemir is a European Board-certified plastic surgeon specialising in complex reconstructive techniques at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Holds EBOPRAS Part 1 Certification from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Specialises in flap surgery and microsurgery for natural-looking breast reconstruction
• Completed specialist training at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, one of the region's largest medical complexes
• Expert in central pedicle mammoplasty to restore breast shape and volume
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Dr Ali Er is a versatile plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Elixirmed Clinic who focuses on restoring both form and function for breast surgery patients.

• Performs complex breast reconstruction surgery alongside aesthetic augmentations and lifts
• Specialises in breast implant revision for patients requiring corrective work
• Handled a high volume of mammoplasty and implant-related procedures
• Personalises surgical plans to match the patient's natural body proportions
• Highly regarded by patients for clear communication regarding post-operative recovery

Md Caner Kaya is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has completed over 10,000 surgeries at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Specialises in full breast reconstruction following mastectomy or trauma
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical faculties
• Combines reconstructive expertise with aesthetic breast lift and augmentation techniques
• Certified by the national board in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery
• Former specialist at Balıkesir Atatürk City Hospital

Dr Burak Ergun Tatar specialises in microsurgical techniques at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, having graduated with distinction from Istanbul University.

• Completed a microsurgery fellowship at Universita Campus Bio-Medico in Rome
• Holds a formal microsurgery certificate essential for complex flap reconstructions
• Trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Bagcılar Research and Training Hospital
• Awarded by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey
• Certified in medical statistics and animal research for evidence-based outcomes

Associate Professor Burak Özkan is a European-certified microsurgeon who focuses on complex breast reconstruction and oncoplastic surgery at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital.

• Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS)
• Specialises in reconstructive microsurgery for breast cancer patients and lymphedema treatment
• Recipient of the ISBI Young Investigator Prize for his scientific contributions
• Active member of the European Association of Plastic Surgeons (EURAPS)
• Completed advanced fellowships in Belgium and South Korea to refine microsurgical techniques