Dr. Orhan Babucçu was the founding chairman of the Plastic Surgery Department at Zonguldak Karaelmas University. He is a specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Babucçu focuses on revision rhinoplasty, tummy tucks, and breast surgery. He trained at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States.

• Specializes in reconstructive microsurgery, chronic wound treatment, and skin cancer.
• Maintains membership in the International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery.
• Performs body contouring, genital aesthetics, and gynaecomastia surgery for men.
• Works at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.

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. Haluk Duman is a Professor of Plastic Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in reconstructive surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors. Dr. Duman completed a high-level fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. He treats both adult and pediatric patients for complex hand and maxillofacial conditions.

• Published over 60 scientific papers on micro-surgery and aesthetic procedures.
• Member of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery.
• Expert in breast reconstruction, melanoma surgery, and maxillofacial reconstruction.
• Works at Anadolu, a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital.

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 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 Aziz Parspanci specialises in microsurgical reconstruction to restore breast form at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Manisa Celal Bayar University in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Expert in complex flap and graft reconstruction for physical defect repair
• Performs a full range of breast aesthetics including breast reduction and lifts
• Active participant in the National Plastic Surgery Congress

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

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 Asli Datli is a microsurgery expert who completed a prestigious fellowship at the ASAN Medical Centre in Seoul, one of the world's highest-volume reconstructive centres.

• Specialises in complex microsurgical flap techniques for delicate tissue restoration
• Authored definitive textbook chapters on surgical flaps and wound healing
• Expertise in propeller flaps and free-style brachial artery reconstructions
• Regularly presents original reconstructive research at international congresses in Europe and Mexico

Dr Majid Ismayilzada is a plastic and reconstructive specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who uses microvascular techniques for complex tissue restoration.

• Specialises in autologous fat grafting and microsurgery for natural-looking reconstruction
• Published research on advanced wound closure and tissue viability in the Journal of Plastic Surgery
• Trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Necmettin Erbakan University medical faculty
• Completed a paediatric clinical internship at Sapienza University of Rome

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 Hakan Bulam is a European Board-certified specialist who holds a prestigious fellowship with the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

• Recognised as a FEBOPRAS fellow after training in Helsinki and Brussels
• Focuses on reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery at his private Ankara clinic
• Contributed to over 40 international journals and medical book chapters
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Holds the Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Professional Qualification Diploma

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Associate Professor Salih Onur Basat is a European Board-certified reconstructive specialist who graduated in the 99th percentile of all Turkish doctors.

• Holds a Microsurgery Certificate from the University Hospital Zurich
• Specialises in complex breast reconstruction using both implants and microsurgical flap techniques
• Recognised as a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery