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Hakan Ikizoglu

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Clinic:
    4.9
    Dr. MED
  • 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.

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Atilla Hacilar

  • 31 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Atilla Hacilar is a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon who brings surgical precision to complex hair restoration at ClinicExpert in Istanbul.

    • Completed specialist surgical training at the prestigious Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital
    • Holding advanced European certification in thread lift and facial rejuvenation techniques from Belgium
    • Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures requiring meticulous graft placement
    • Focuses on natural hairline design through surgical expertise in tissue handling
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Cemal Firat

  • 24 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • 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)

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Dr. Mehmet Erdogan, MD

  • 4 Good 17 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • 5000+ treatments performed
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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.

     


     

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Hasbi Meral

  • 11 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • 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.

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Vedat Tosun

  • 17 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Vedat Tosun serves as a hair transplant specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı and has coordinated transplantation programmes across Istanbul's major medical centres.

    • Trained in dermocosmetology at Medipol University Medical School
    • Specialises in precise graft placement for natural hairline restoration
    • Completed the Third Akdeniz FUE Workshop for advanced surgical techniques
    • Participated in the Fourth International Dermatologic Surgery Day
    • Expertise in hair transplantation coordination at Istanbul University Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Dr. Gökay Bilgin, MD

  • 19 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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.

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Asli Uslu

  • 12 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Asli Uslu brings specialised expertise in follicular restoration to Estexper Clinic, focusing on graft survival and natural hairline design.

    • Specialised in advanced grafting techniques for dense, natural results
    • Uses precise implantation methods to minimise patient recovery time
    • Customises every hair restoration plan to match individual growth patterns
    • Practises at Estexper Clinic in Istanbul - a dedicated hair restoration centre
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Leyla Arvas

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Clinic:
    4.7
    Quartz Hospital
  • 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.

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Caner Gelbal

  • 9 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Caner Gelbal is a specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with advanced training in microsurgery and fat graft survival techniques.

    • Holds a Microsurgery Certificate from the Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital
    • Presented research on fat graft survival at the European Plastic Surgery Research Council in Munich
    • Specialises in aesthetic surgery with a focus on reconstructive tissue viability
    • Published researcher in nationally respected surgical journals regarding complex tissue cases
    • Earned a certificate in animal research to support emerging surgical methodologies
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Behruz Uysal

  • 20 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Behruz Uysal leads the Hair Transplantation and Hair Health Department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a certified hair transplant specialist with significant leadership experience in surgical hair restoration across several major Turkish clinics.

    • Holds a dedicated Hair Transplant Specialist certification awarded in 2008
    • Member of the International Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
    • Specialises in combining hair restoration with advanced mesotherapy techniques
    • Former head of department for hair transplantation at Dogan Hospital
    • Experienced in managing hair health clinics within university-affiliated hospital settings
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Hakan Bulam

  • 20 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Hakan Bulam is a European Board Certified surgeon who has published over 40 articles in international journals regarding plastic and reconstructive surgery.

    • Holds a European Board fellowship (FEBOPRAS) completed in Helsinki and Brussels
    • Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
    • Awarded the Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association qualification diploma
    • Contributed chapters to several international medical textbooks on surgery
    • Holds an International Health Tourism authorization certificate
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Gizem Yarimbas

  • 11 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Yarimbas specialises in follicular unit transplantation at the Mert Secer clinic in Istanbul. She performs a massive volume of procedures, treating thousands of international patients every year.

    • Experienced in tailored FUT techniques for female and afro-textured hair
    • Handles specialised transplants for facial hair and eyelashes
    • Focuses on achieving high-density results for patients with thinning crowns
    • Offers online consultations for Australian patients to assess graft requirements
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Utku Nacak

  • 19 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, İzmir
  • Dr Utku Nacak is a specialist plastic surgeon at Izmir Private Can Hospital with formal training from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions.

    • Trained at the Hacettepe University Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic
    • Focuses on precision-based restorative and aesthetic scalp procedures
    • Specialises in reconstructive surgery techniques for natural-looking results
    • Managed high-volume surgical cases at Usak State Hospital and Private Oztan Hospital
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Baki Yilmaz

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Tansel Turan

  • 35 years of experience
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  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
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Jumana Baryhe

  • 12 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr Jumana Baryhe provides surgical restoration at Aesthetical Clinic where she is known for her cross-disciplinary approach to cosmetic care.

    • Specialises in a wide spectrum of surgical and cosmetic procedures
    • Earned a strong reputation among patients for high standards of clinical care
    • Works at a centre focusing on combined surgical and dental aesthetics
    • Focuses on precision across complex cosmetic cases
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Tuğkan Yilmaz

  • 20 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
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Bookimed Insights: Top FUT Hair Transplant Specialists in Turkey for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top FUT Hair Transplant surgeons in Turkey, collaborating with 26 leading specialists. The doctors in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics. All prices are displayed in AUD for easy comparison with FUT Hair Transplant costs in Australia.
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#131 years of experienceSurgical hair restoration and reconstructionA specialist plastic surgeon with advanced European certification. He applies high-level reconstructive skills to hair transplants, ensuring natural results through precise surgical techniques and anatomical knowledge.
Turkey
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#217 years of experienceSurgical hairline restorationExtensive history coordinating hair transplant programmes at Istanbul University Florence Nightingale and German Hospital. Specialist training in dermocosmetology and dermatologic surgery ensures a focus on aesthetic outcomes.
Turkey
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#312 years of experienceNatural hairline restorationTrained in advanced follicular unit techniques to ensure high graft survival and precise placement. She focuses on tailoring recovery and results to each patient's specific facial structure at Estexper Clinic.
Turkey
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#49 years of experienceMicrosurgical hair restoration and graft survivalCertified in microsurgery and recognised by the European Plastic Surgery Research Council for his work on graft survival techniques. Focuses on tissue viability to improve long-term transplant success.
Turkey
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#520 years of experienceSurgical hair restoration and hair health managementPresident of the Hair Transplantation Department at Florence Nightingale Hospital. He is a certified specialist and ISAPS member with extensive leadership experience in clinical hair health and surgical restoration techniques.
Turkey
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#620 years of experienceComplex reconstructive hair restorationEuropean Board Certified (FEBOPRAS) specialist with extensive academic contributions. His background in reconstructive surgery and 40 published articles ensures a high level of technical precision for hair restoration cases.
Turkey
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#711 years of experienceFemale and afro-textured hair transplantsExtensive experience with diverse hair types, including afro-textured and female thinning cases. Performs thousands of transplants annually, spanning scalp, moustache, and eyelash procedures.
Turkey
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#819 years of experienceReconstructive scalp surgeryFormal specialist training at Hacettepe University Clinic. He applies reconstructive plastic surgery principles to hair restoration for precise, natural-looking outcomes in complex cases.
Turkey
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#912 years of experienceCombined cosmetic and surgical restorationDr Baryhe manages a diverse range of surgical and cosmetic procedures at Aesthetical Clinic, maintaining a reputation for high-level patient care and precision in complex restoration cases.
Turkey
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These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

How can I verify if a Turkish FUT doctor is properly accredited and qualified?

Verifying a Turkish FUT doctor requires checking their Board certification in plastic surgery or dermatology. Qualified surgeons like Dr. Hakan Bulam hold Fellowships from the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. These credentials ensure the surgeon is trained for invasive strip harvesting and precision suturing.

  • Surgical specialization: Doctors should be Board-certified in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery.
  • Global memberships: Look for International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) or ISAPS members.
  • Academic credentials: Top surgeons often hold titles like Assistant Professor or have published research.
  • Hospital accreditation: Facilities should have JCI or Ministry of Health International Health Tourism certificates.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that many top-tier Turkish surgeons obtained clinical fellowships in the UK, USA, or Belgium. For example, Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan trained at St James Seacroft University Hospital in England. This international exposure often translates into more advanced closure techniques for minimizing the linear FUT scar.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that top clinics handle everything from airport pickup to hotel stays and meals. Many were surprised that they could get high-quality care for the same price as a local procedure. They often suggest visiting Istanbul to enjoy the local food and culture during recovery.

Will the licensed Turkish hair transplant surgeon perform the FUT procedure themselves, or will medical technicians do it?

In reputable Turkish clinics, licensed surgeons perform the primary surgical steps of a FUT procedure. By law, only certified doctors may execute the strip excision and create recipient channels. Medical technicians support the surgeon by dissecting the donor strip and placing grafts into the pre-cut sites.

  • Surgical excision: A licensed surgeon must personally harvest the donor strip to minimize scarring.
  • Tissue dissection: Experienced medical technicians use high-powered microscopes to separate the strip into grafts.
  • Channel creation: The surgeon designs the hairline and makes every micro-incision for natural density.
  • Donor suturing: Closing the excision site is a medical task reserved exclusively for the surgeon.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While many facilities focus on technicians, top-tier Turkish specialists often lead every phase. Dr. Hakan Bulam holds European Board certification (FEBOPRAS), ensuring adherence to strict international safety standards. Similarly, Dr. Behruz Uysal at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital has performed over 8,000 surgeries, providing the hands-on expertise essential for complex strip harvesting.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that while technicians are very active in graft preparation, the best results happen when the doctor handles the incisions. Many were surprised by how organized the teams are, with the surgeon supervising the entire process. Travelers often appreciate that clinics include hotel stays and transfers alongside the medical procedure.

How many FUT procedures do top Turkish hair transplant surgeons typically perform per day?

Top Turkish hair transplant surgeons typically perform only one FUT procedure per day. This complex surgery requires four to twelve hours of intense focus. Leading specialists dedicate their full attention to one patient to ensure surgical precision and safety.

  • Surgical complexity: Surgeons must excise a scalp strip and perform meticulous suturing personally.
  • Microscopic dissection: Technicians spent hours preparing individual follicular units under high-power microscopes.
  • Quality focus: Limiting daily cases prevents fatigue during the multi-hour strip harvesting process.
  • Technical precision: Dedicated workflows allow surgeons like Dr. Leyla Arvas to apply microsurgery expertise.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While high-volume clinics might handle twenty cases daily, elite FUT specialists in Turkey focus on individual surgical planning. For instance, Dr. Behruz Uysal has performed over 8,000 surgeries, yet remains focused on natural-looking placement. Dr. Hakan Bulam holds European Board certification, highlighting a commitment to international standards rather than speed. Choosing a surgeon who operates their own practice, like Dr. Omer Faruk Deveci or Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan, often leads to more personal involvement in every step.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that top clinics feel very organized and professional from the airport pickup to the surgery. Many are surprised by how much time the lead surgeon spends on the initial planning. They emphasize that a lower daily case load makes them feel much more comfortable and less rushed.

Do Turkish FUT doctors ever combine FUT with other techniques, and why?

Turkish surgeons combine FUT with FUE to maximize graft yields for severe hair loss. This hybrid approach uses a strip for high-density follicular units and FUE for refinement. This technique provides the best results for patients with limited donor areas or significant balding.

  • Increased graft count: Surgeons harvest more follicles in a single session by using both methods.
  • Donor area protection: Combining techniques prevents over-harvesting from a single site for better healing.
  • Customized density: Doctors use FUT grafts for crown volume and FUE for natural hairlines.
  • Efficiency: Combined sessions achieve high coverage for patients needing over 4,000 grafts in one visit.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows Turkish specialists like Dr. Hakan Ikizoglu often use their 20+ years of experience to blend FUT with Safir FUE. This combination is particularly effective for corrective surgeries where donor hair is thin. Choosing a surgeon at a clinic with ISAPS or JCI accreditation ensures these complex hybrid procedures meet high safety standards.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that the hybrid method felt like a comprehensive solution for their advanced balding. Many were surprised at how well the two donor sites healed when managed correctly. They often say the extra density was worth the longer procedure time.

How do Turkish FUT doctors manage follow-up care for international patients after they return home?

Turkish surgeons manage remote aftercare through digital monitoring and organized photo reviews to track linear scar healing. International patients receive detailed instructions before flying home. Specialized coordinators facilitate communication between the patient and the surgical team to monitor graft survival and recipient area recovery.

  • Suture coordination: Surgeons coordinate with local practitioners in home countries for suture removal.
  • Digital photo milestones: Patients submit clear donor and recipient photos at specific recovery intervals.
  • Multilingual coordinators: Dedicated staff provide guidance and triage via communication apps like WhatsApp.
  • Post-operative bundles: Clinics provide specialized shampoos and medications for home care before departure.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that top hair restoration departments are led by surgeons with advanced academic backgrounds. For example, Dr. Behruz Uysal at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital has 15+ years of specialization, while Dr. Hakan Bulam holds European Board certification. This academic oversight means follow-up protocols often follow standardized clinical guidelines used in major teaching hospitals.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that WhatsApp is the primary way they stay in touch for sharing progress photos. They appreciate getting a full post-op kit and clear washing instructions before flying home. Many mention feeling most supported during the first two weeks when healing questions are most frequent.