Cleft Lip or Palate Repair Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Emrah Koksal brings intensive reconstructive expertise from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy to the specialised surgical team at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in reconstructive microsurgery for complex facial and structural corrections
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Active member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Trained at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Focused on restoring both function and appearance in structural facial cases

Professor Yasar Cokkeser is a highly distinguished ENT and skull base specialist who has trained at world-leading American institutions including Johns Hopkins and the House Ear Institute.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia
• Specialises in managing complex congenital cases, including Fraser syndrome with cleft lip and palate
• Held the role of Chief of Clinic at Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Published over 75 peer-reviewed medical papers on complex reconstructive and ENT surgery
• Practices at İstinye University Liv Hospital, a premier centre for specialized surgical care

Dr. Ali Can Sungur is an ENT specialist at Lokman Hekim Etlik Hospital in Ankara. He provides medical and surgical treatments for complex ear, nose, and throat conditions. His practice focuses on tailored care plans for both children and adults. Dr. Sungur operates within one of Turkey's largest private healthcare networks.

• Performs specialized surgeries including septoplasty, stapedectomy, and tonsillectomy.
• Treats sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and sensorineural hearing loss.
• Expert in cleft lip and palate repair procedures.
• Utilizes brainstem evoked response audiometry for precise hearing diagnostics.

Professor Gokhan Kutlar is a senior specialist in head and neck diseases at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex facial microsurgery.

• Specialises in head and neck microsurgery for precise anatomical repair
• Expert in managing congenital and structural facial conditions
• Uses endoscopic techniques to reduce scarring and support faster recovery
• Professor at a leading Turkish medical institution training the next generation of surgeons
• Handles functional ear and hearing issues often associated with palate conditions

Dr. Mehmet Nuri Elgormus is a specialist at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats patients for ear, nose, and throat (ENT) and aesthetic concerns. Dr. Elgormus focuses on resolving breathing and aesthetic issues in a single surgical session. He has performed surgery on hundreds of patients over two decades of practice.

• Specializes in septoplasty, rhinoplasty, and pediatric sinus treatments.
• Performs microsurgery for laryngeal polyps and cleft lip repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like sleep apnea and sensorineural hearing loss.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul.

Dr. Erkan Karatas is an ENT and maxillofacial surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in skull base surgery and cochlear implant placement. Dr. Karatas has contributed to over 100 medical articles. He completed specialized training at prestigious centers in the US, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

• Member of 11 professional associations, including the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
• Expert in complex surgeries for thyroid, tongue, and larynx cancers.
• Performs specialized procedures like stapedectomy, tympanoplasty, and orthognathic surgery.
• Works at an AACI-accredited hospital that treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sultan Biskin Zeybek is an otorhinolaryngology (ENT) specialist. He performs ear surgery, skull base surgery, and head and neck surgery. He treats tumors of the larynx, tongue, lip, tonsil, and pharynx. He manages cholesteatoma, middle ear disease and infections, ear discharge, and hearing loss. He also performs cochlear implants (bionic ear) and treats maxillofacial trauma.

Experience: 2011–2012 at Malatya Devlet Hastanesi KBB BBC Kliniği. Bülent Ecevit Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi, KBB BBC Ana Bilimdalı.

Specializations

Adult and Pediatric ENT Diseases

Plastic Surgery Procedures (Rhinoplasty, Protruding Ear Correction)

Filling-Botox Procedures

Endoscopic/Microscopic Middle Ear Surgery

Sleep Apnea and Snoring Surgery

Tonsil and Adenoid Operations with Plasma-Evaporation Method

Dr. Ahmet Eyibilen is an ENT specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats complex diseases of the head and neck. Dr. Eyibilen focuses on surgical treatments for head and neck cancers. He works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

• Performs endoscopic sinus and head and neck surgeries.
• Treats dizziness, hearing loss, and salivary gland diseases.
• Performs microsurgery for ear diseases and laryngeal polyps.
• Expert in sleep apnea management and nasal polyps surgery.

Dr Ozge Utku Aydemir holds European Board certification in plastic and reconstructive surgery, a prestigious qualification recognised across Europe and international borders.

• Specialises in reconstructive flap surgery at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital
• Achieved Part 1 Certification from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS)
• Trained at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, one of the region's largest medical complexes
• Focuses on microsurgery and complex soft tissue reconstruction
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Dr Aziz Parspanci specialises in reconstructive microsurgery and complex defect repairs at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Manisa Celal Bayar University in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Expert in flap and graft reconstruction for functional restoration
• Handles microsurgical cases to repair congenital and acquired facial defects
• Background includes intensive surgical roles in university and state hospitals
• Focuses on both aesthetic outcomes and anatomical correction

Dr. Md Caner Kaya is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 surgeries. Dr. Kaya specializes in body contouring, breast procedures, and facial plastic surgery. He holds specialization from Marmara University.

• Performs complex procedures including deep plane facelifts and ultrasonic rhinoplasty.
• Expertise includes mommy makeovers, tummy tucks, and Vaser liposuction.
• Treats reconstructive cases such as breast reconstruction and cleft lip repair.
• Works at an ISO-accredited hospital treating 175,000 patients annually.

Associate Professor Hakan Bulam is a European Board-certified surgeon who specialises in complex craniofacial and reconstructive procedures at his specialist clinic in Istanbul.

• Holds a European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS) fellowship
• Published more than 40 articles in international journals focused on surgical outcomes
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Awarded the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Association professional qualification diploma
• Accredited with an International Health Tourism certificate for treating overseas patients

Dr. Tuncay Kodas is an ENT specialist at Ento Surgical Medical Center in Izmir. He is an expert in otoplasty and specializes in treating protruding ears. Dr. Kodas focuses on both cosmetic ear shaping and functional outcomes. He works at a center with over 20 years of experience in ENT surgery.

• Corrects congenital ear deformities like microtia and lop ear.
• Treats complex ear issues, including keloid formation and chronic infections.
• Performs specialized procedures such as cochlear implants and tympanoplasty.
• Addresses structural nasal conditions through septoplasty and polyp surgery.

Dr Soner Tezcan is a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon who refined his skills at the Gülhane Military Medical Faculty – one of Turkey's most disciplined medical institutions.

• Completed specialist plastic surgery training at the Ankara Keçiören Training and Research Hospital
• Published research on reconstructive techniques in international journals
• Handled diverse surgical cases at major public hospitals like Ümraniye Training and Research
• Focuses on restoring function and appearance through precise reconstructive surgery