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 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.

Dr Ozlem Cemboluk is a dedicated plastic surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center with a specific focus on body contouring through Vaser and Laser liposuction technologies.

• Member of the International Confederation of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS)
• Specialises in 'Mommy Makeover' packages and post-bariatric skin tightening surgeries
• Completed advanced training at the School of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Germany
• Expertise in fat grafting and Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedures
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons

Professor Ozlem Cholak leads the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery department at Istanbul's prestigious Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Holds a research interest in body reshaping and micro-surgical techniques
• Earned the title of Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery in 2024
• Served as a guest surgeon at the Lacomed Plastic Surgery Clinic in Berlin
• Awarded second prize at the AAEF Surgical Forum Breast Symposium in Barcelona
• Head of Department at Demiroğlu University of Science medical faculty

Dr Caner Gelbal is a specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital who contributes to international research on fat graft survival and tissue integration.

• Holds a Microsurgery Certificate for performing high-precision aesthetic and reconstructive procedures
• Presented research on fat graft longevity at the European Plastic Surgery Research Council
• Completed clinical rotations in General Surgery and Orthopaedics to manage complex body contouring cases
• Received medical training at the prestigious Istanbul University School of Medicine

Dr Majid Ismayilzade is a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon who focuses on body contouring at Central Hospital. He uses modern Vaser techniques to provide precise results for patients seeking athletic or natural definitions.

• Specialises in full body contouring including high-definition liposuction
• Combines Vaser technology with abdominoplasty for mommy makeover cases
• Trained in advanced microsurgery and reconstructive techniques
• Expert in scar revision and skin tightening procedures
• Offers a patient-centred approach for aesthetic body transformations

Dr Emrah Koksal focuses on body contouring at the Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex – a major JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Specialised in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Recognised by the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Member of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association
• Practices advanced body sculpting for both aesthetic and reconstructive needs

Dr. Ali Dogan is a plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon with over 15 years of experience. He has performed more than 1,000 aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. He is known for precision, patient safety, and consistent results.

Expertise: face—facelift, neck lift, blepharoplasty, brow lift, rhinoplasty, facial fat grafting and contouring; body—abdominoplasty, liposuction, mommy makeover, body lift, arm and thigh lift, post‑weight‑loss contouring; breast—augmentation, lift, reduction, implant revision, and reconstruction.

He follows international surgical standards and evidence‑based protocols. He keeps his knowledge current through national and international scientific meetings. He maintains high patient satisfaction among both local and international patients.

The doctor is an experienced Turkish plastic surgeon with over 15 years in the field, specializing in nose and breast surgeries, both aesthetic and reconstructive. The doctor has international experience, having worked at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in the USA.

Since 2016, the doctor has been serving as a plastic aesthetic and reconstructive surgeon at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir. The doctor completed medical training at Uludağ University and specialized in plastic reconstructive and aesthetic surgery at Ankara Training and Research Hospital, with additional expertise in oral, facial, and maxillofacial surgery.

Dr Ozge Utku Aydemir is a European Board-certified plastic surgeon who holds the prestigious EBOPRAS qualification at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specialises in body contouring and fat removal using high-precision surgical methods
• Trained at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, one of Turkey's premier medical training centres
• Certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS)
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Regularly presents research at international surgical congresses to advance aesthetic techniques

The doctor is renowned for surgical expertise in a wide array of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Specializing in operations such as tummy tuck, liposuction, facelift, and rhinoplasty, the doctor demonstrates a comprehensive skill set in both aesthetic and post-bariatric plastic surgery.

With a focus on patient care and post-operative satisfaction, the doctor is adept at procedures like breast augmentation, gynecomastia surgery, and Brazilian Butt Lift, ensuring detailed consultations and thorough follow-ups.

Areas of Interests

• Face and Neck Lift (Rhytidectomy)
• Mommy Makeover (Abdominoplasty, Brachioplasty)
• Arm and Leg Lift after Massive Weight Loss
• Lipedema Surgery
• Rhinoplasty
• Diabetic Foot – Reconstructive Procedures for Lower Extremities and Trunk
• Hidradenitis Suppurativa Surgery
• PRP, Dermal Fillers, Botox
• Microsurgery
• Age-Related Skin Laxity and Rejuvenation

Education:

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (Medical Degree), 2003–2009
• Münster University, Germany (Erasmus), 2007–2008
• Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul – Residency in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 2010–2016
• ASAN Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea – Microsurgery Fellowship, 2015–2016

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul (2025–Present)
• Istinye University, MedicalPark GOP Hospital, Istanbul (2019–2025)
• Aydın University, MedicalPark Liv Florya Hospital, Istanbul (2018–2019)
• Gümüşhane State Hospital, Turkey (2016–2018)
• ASAN Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea (2015–2016)
• Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul – Assistant Doctor (2010–2016)

International Peer-Reviewed Journals:

• Basaran K, Datli A, Sagir M, et al. Blunt Trauma Induced Closed Femoral Bone Fracture in a Rat Model. J Reconstr Microsurg 2025.
• Gurbuz MS, Datli A. Visual and Psychological Perceptions in Aesthetic Surgery. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2024.
• Caghan P, Datli A, et al. Panniculectomy with Bariatric Surgery. Ann Ital Chir. 2023.
• Datli A, Demirel O. Free-style Brachial Artery Flap in Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Int Wound J. 2023.
• Demirel O, Datli A. Double Layer Perichondrial Flap in Tip Graft. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2022.
• Caghan P, Datli A, et al. Emergency Surgical Outcomes in COVID-19 Pandemic. Ann Ital Chir. 2020.
• Datli A, Karasoy I, et al. Lower Extremity Reconstruction Challenges. J Reconstr Microsurg. 2020.
• Datli A, Suh H, et al. Free-style Deepithelialized Propeller Flaps. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2017.
• Basaran K, Datli A, et al. Cyst Formation After Rhinoplasty. J Craniofac Surg. 2015.
• Datli A, Pilanci O, et al. Ectopic Tooth in Maxillary Sinus. J Craniofac Surg. 2014.
• Basaran K, Datli A. Clenched Fist Syndrome. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2014.
• Pilanci O, Datli A, et al. Zygomatic Arch Fracture Reduction. J Craniofac Surg. 2013.

National Peer-Reviewed Journals:

• Datli A, Yildirim MC, Basaran K. Endoscopic Brow Lift – Cortical Tunnel Technique. Selcuk Med J. 2021.
• Datli A, Karasoy I, Zeynal M. Propeller Flap in Surgical Infection Management. Jt Dis Relat Surg. 2021.
• Basaran K, Datli A, et al. Traumatic Lymphangitis in the Arm. Hand Microsurg. 2014.
• Pilanci O, Datli A, et al. Full-Thickness Grafts in Degloving Injuries. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2013.

Congress Presentations:

• Impact of High-Velocity Trauma on Vascular Structures – 2024 Antalya, Turkey
• Free-style Propeller Flaps for Complex Wounds – 2023 Konya, Turkey
• Free-style Brachial Artery Flap in Hidradenitis Suppurativa – 2022 Cancun, Mexico
• Deepithelialized Propeller Flaps for Wounds with Dead Space – 2019 Bologna, Italy; 2017 Seoul, Korea
• Lower Extremity Reconstruction in Remote Regions – 2018 Belgrade, Serbia
• Burn Healing & Comorbidities – 2015 Hannover, Germany
• Chemical Burns – Beyond Standard Treatment? – 2015 Hannover, Germany
• Folk Remedy in Pediatric Burns – 2015 Hannover, Germany
• Autologous Fat Lipofilling for Hypertrophic Burn Scars – 2015 Hannover, Germany

Book Chapters:

• Joon Pio Hong, Aslı Datlı (2023). Surgical Flaps in Wound Healing. In: Chronic Wound Management. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-26110-7_12

Dr Majid Ismayilzada is a published researcher in the field of ultrasound-assisted liposuction, focusing on how fat cell viability affects patient results.

• Practices at the JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey
• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery with high-level academic training
• Conducted comparative research into traditional suction-assisted lipectomy versus ultrasound methods
• Completed clinical training at the Necmettin Erbakan University medical faculty
• Participated in international medical exchanges at the Sapienza University of Rome

Professor Md Caner Kaya has performed over 10,000 surgeries throughout his career and holds board certification in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

• Specialises in body contouring procedures including high-definition Vaser liposuction and tummy tucks
• Completed advanced specialist training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in complex lifting surgeries such as thigh and brachioplasty for post-weight loss patients
• Provides tailored care at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul