Facial feminization surgery (FFS) Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Orkun Uyanik brings surgical precision to LIV Hospital Ulus, having developed his skills at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Completed specialist microsurgery training to ensure delicate handling of facial tissues
• Trained in reconstructive techniques at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
• Former academic at Necmettin Erbakan University teaching plastic and aesthetic surgery
• Holds official certification in hand and experimental surgery for complex procedural work
• Specialises in aesthetic and functional facial reconstruction

The doctor is an experienced plastic surgeon with over three decades of practice. Certified by both the Turkish and European boards of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, the doctor specializes in a wide variety of procedures, including breast surgeries, rhinoplasty, liposuction, and face lifts.

The doctor graduated from Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Fırat University Faculty of Medicine.

Dr Ulvi Hasanov leads a specialist surgical team at Asyaesthetic Clinic, where he focuses on delivering natural-looking transformations through refined plastic surgery techniques.

• Specialises in facial contouring and structural procedures like otoplasty and rhinoplasty
• Prioritises high patient satisfaction through tailored pre-operative planning and anatomy-based consultations
• Uses a patient-centric approach to balance aesthetic goals with safe, sustainable physiological outcomes
• Incorporates non-surgical methods to support efficient recovery and pain management for his patients

Dr. Yasin Can is a plastic surgeon at Medipunto Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in microsurgical reconstruction, hand surgery, and body contouring. Dr. Can graduated from Istanbul University. He performs complex nerve repairs, replantation, and facial trauma reconstruction. His practice includes a full range of aesthetic procedures for the face and body.

• Specializes in hand surgery and congenital hand anomalies like syndactyly.
• Performs surgical breast enhancement, including reduction and mastopexy.
• Expertise includes post-bariatric skin removal and FUE hair transplantation.
• Regularly contributes to European and Turkish national microsurgery congresses.
• Works at Medipunto Clinic, which treats 15,000 plastic surgery patients annually.

Professor Kanit Wittayavanichai is a plastic and reconstructive specialist at MAXi Cosmetic Surgery known globally for male-to-female gender affirmation procedures.

• Holds a double specialisation in maxillofacial and plastic surgery for precise facial bone contouring
• Serves as a medical professor at Thammasat University training next-generation surgeons
• Qualified with the Thai Board of Plastic Surgery and General Surgery
• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Specialises in head and neck reconstruction alongside complex facial feminisation

Dr Ömer Faruk Deveci brings global expertise to facial feminisation, having completed specialised craniofacial surgery training at Washington University Seattle Children's Hospital.

• Trained in advanced facelift techniques with world-renowned specialists in Miami
• Specialises in full facial feminisation and complex craniofacial reconstructions
• Conducted research in microvascular flap surgery during his specialist training
• Practises at his private clinic in Istanbul after serving in major state hospitals
• Focuses on achieving natural feminine contours through bone and soft tissue work

Hakan Ölmeztürk is the founder of Estemita Aesthetics Clinic and specialises in complex facial and body transformations. He leads a dedicated surgical team focused on achieving natural-looking facial harmony.

• Performs various facial procedures including advanced rhinoplasty and bone contouring
• Handles integrated surgical plans for comprehensive facial structural changes
• Lead surgeon at Estemita Aesthetics Clinic in Turkey
• Focuses on precise aesthetic outcomes based on individual bone structure

Professor Özlem Çolak graduated as the top medical student at Kocaeli University and holds a professorship at Demiroğlu Bilim University.

• Completed specialist internships at Humboldt University in Berlin and multiple German plastic surgery clinics
• Awarded the title of Professor for her contributions to reconstructive and aesthetic surgery
• Published numerous international articles on plastic surgery techniques and patient outcomes
• Full member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• Serves as a senior surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul

Dr Aziz Parspanci is a plastic and reconstructive specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with a focus on comprehensive facial bone and soft tissue contouring.

• Specialises in profiloplasty to harmonise facial proportions and gender expression
• Performs delicate temporal and brow lifts to achieve a more feminine upper face
• Hand skilled in microsurgical reconstruction and complex flap surgery
• Experienced in both open and closed rhinoplasty techniques for refined nasal reshaping
• Expertise extends to chin aesthetics and neck lifting for a cohesive profile

Dr. Phattrapohn Liangcheep, M.D., is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. She specializes in facial aesthetic surgery, facial rejuvenation, and reconstructive plastic surgery. She treats facial aging, drooping eyelids, eyelid bags, nasal deformities, facial asymmetry, ear or lip deformities, facial scars, benign skin and soft-tissue lesions, and localized fat.

Accreditations: Diploma, Thai Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Plastic and reconstructive surgery training at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. M.D., Phramongkutklao College of Medicine.

Featured procedures: rhinoplasty; upper and lower blepharoplasty; facelift; brow lift; lip lift or reduction; facial fat grafting; otoplasty and ear reconstruction; scar revision; liposuction; fat transfer. She provides evidence-based, patient-centered care in Thai and English.

Dr. Bilge Bülbül Şen is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She focuses on diagnosing chronic skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Dr. Şen holds deep expertise in dermoscopic examinations for early skin cancer detection. She practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs dermatological surgeries including mole removal, cryotherapy, and nail extractions.
• Provides cosmetic procedures such as Botox, fillers, PRP therapy, and mesotherapy.
• Treats hair loss disorders and various inflammatory skin diseases.
• Obtained her Associate Professorship from Mustafa Kemal University in 2014.

The doctor has been awarded an MCh from TATA Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and completed an MS in General Surgery from B. J. Medical College, Pune. Specializing in Head & Neck Reconstruction, Breast Reconstruction, Trunk & Limb Reconstruction, Vascular Surgery, and Lymphedema Management, the doctor has performed over 1500 cases of Microvascular Tissue Transfer for Oncoreconstruction. The doctor is a lifetime member of the World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery, International Course on Supermicrosurgery, and the Indian Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.