Best plastic surgeons in Turkey: TOP 381 doctors

EDUCATION

1996 – 2000                        Junior High School and High School Education

                                               Kabataş Erkek High School, Istanbul 

2000 – 2006                        Medical Education (graduated with the degree of one of                                                  three highest ranked student)

                                               Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli 

2008 – 2013                        Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Education                                                Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Plastic,                                                              Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, Ankara

THESIS of GRADUATION 

December 2013                 “Ex Vivo Biomechanical Evaluation of Flexor Tendon                                                       Repair Using Barbed Suture Material: A Comparative                                                     Study”

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENT

01/07/2005 – 31/07/2005   Internship

                                                   Humboldt University, Helios Klinikum Emil von                                                                Behring, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and                                                        Aesthetic Surgery, Berlin 

01/08/2005 – 30/09/2005    Internship

                                                    Humboldt University, Waldkrankenhaus, Berlin                                                                 

09/ 2008 – 10/2013                 Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery                                                                    Residency

                                                    Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Plastic,                                                               Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, Ankara 

01/04/2013 – 26/04/2013     Guest Doctor

                                                    Lacomed Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic                                                               Surgery Clinic, Berlin 

01/2014 – 10/ 2014                Consultant Surgeon

                                                   Sinop Ataturk State Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive                                                    and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, Sinop

03/01/2016 – 06/01/2016    Consultant Surgeon in ISAPS-LEAP Volunteer Mission                                                     for Syrian Refugees

                                                    Al Maqassed Charity Hospital, Amman (Jordan)

28/09/2016 – 08/10/2016     Consultant Surgeon in International Humanitarian Aid                                                      Program

                                                     Namangan Children’s Hospital, Plastic Surgery                                                                Clinic, Ferghana Valley 

2014 – 2019                              Consultant Specialist

                                                    Health Sciences University, Cemil Tascioglu Training                                                     and Research Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive and                                                       Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, Istanbul 

09/ 2019                                     Title of Associate Professor in Plastic,                                                                                Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

                                                     Chair of the Higher Education Board, Ankara

2020 – 2022                               Head of Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and                                                          Aesthetic Surgery

                                                    Health Sciences University, Cemil Tascioglu Training                                                     and Research Hospital, Plastic, Reconstructive and                                                       Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, Istanbul 

2023- Attending                       

MEMBERSHIPS 

2013                                           Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and                                                                   Aesthetic Surgeons (TPRECD)

2013                                           Reconstructive Microsurgery Association (RMCD)

2014                                           Association of Emergency Hand Surgery and                                                                     Microsurgery (ACELEMDER)

HONOR AND/OR AWARDS

12/11/2015 – 14/11/2015     Second Prize,

                                                  Turkish Society of Surgery, VIII. Surgical Research                                                         Congress, IV. Contest of Invention, Konya

                                                  Project name: “Therapeutic apparatus for ingrown                                                           toenail”

14/04/2016 – 16/04/2016  Second Prize

                                                 AAEF Surgical Forum in Breast Symposium,                                                                      Barcelona (Spain) 

                                                 Presentation name: “V.A.C.™ Therapy To Manage                                                            Extensive, Large, Potentially Lethal Degloving Injuries”

SCIENTIFIC ACHIVEMENTS

• - Published more than 40 articles in international and national peer-reviewed journals
• - Presented more than 61 presentations in international and national scientific meetings
• - Wrote more than 2 book chapters nationally and internationally.

Education:

2021 ULUDAĞ UNIVERSITY, EAR NOSE THROAT DISEASES

2014 EGE UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Experience:

2023 - 2023 HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY SULTAN ABDULHAMID HAN TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

2021 - 2022 MARTYR PROF.DR. İLHAN VARANK SANCAKTEPE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Dr. Rahmi Evinc is a specialist in cosmetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery. He has extensive experience, having practiced in several hospitals before establishing his own practice in 2018. He offers a wide range of treatments, including breast augmentation, liposuction, and hand surgery, among others.

Dr. Kadir Berat Oyur is a skilled plastic surgeon who has trained at prestigious institutions such as Harvard Medical School and University of California, Irvine. He specializes in procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, botox, and fillers.

Dr. Kadir Oyur is a qualified plastic and microsurgeon, with expertise in facelift, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, botox, and fillers. He trained at Harvard Medical School and the University of California, and holds an ECFMG certificate.

Buğra Çetin MD, PhD                                                                                                                  

Urological Surgeon

Altinbas University Bahçelievler Medicalpark Hospital

Dr. Buğra Çetin is a pioneer in the field of urology, particularly renowned for his groundbreaking work in cellular therapies. With a deep commitment to advancing medical science, Dr. Çetin has been at the forefront of developing and applying cutting-edge treatments that harness the body's own cellular potential to restore and enhance urological health. His innovative approaches have opened new avenues for patients suffering from conditions previously deemed untreatable, offering them renewed hope and improved quality of life. By integrating the latest advancements in cellular medicine into his practice, Dr. Çetin provides his patients with access to the most promising and effective treatments available today. His dedication to exploring and implementing these therapies reflects his unwavering commitment to delivering the highest standard of care and transforming lives.

Clinical Skills:

Dr. Buğra Çetin possesses extensive expertise in Aesthetic Penoscrotal Surgery, having performed hundreds of successful procedures with a consistently high rate of patient satisfaction. His clinical skills encompass a wide array of advanced surgical techniques, including circumcision, penile curvature correction, penile and testicular implant placement, penile lengthening and enlargement, pubic lipectomy, and liposuction. Additionally, he is proficient in penoscrotal web correction, hypospadias surgery, and hydrocelectomy, ensuring that each procedure adheres to the highest standards of safety and efficacy.

In the realm of Urooncologic Surgery, Dr. Çetin has achieved excellent outcomes in complex procedures such as radical retropubic prostatectomy, radical cystoprostatectomy, radical nephrectomy, and radical orchiectomy. His expertise extends to pelvic lymph node dissection, ileal conduit urinary diversion, and transurethral bladder cancer resection, where he applies meticulous surgical precision to optimize patient recovery and outcomes.

Dr. Çetin is also highly skilled in Endourologic Surgery, performing a wide range of procedures using advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques. His proficiency in laparoscopic nephrectomy, adrenalectomy, pyeloplasty, and ureterolithotomy allows for minimally invasive surgeries that promote faster recovery and reduced patient discomfort. Additionally, his experience includes percutaneous nephrolithotomy, flexible ureteroscopy, and transurethral prostatectomy, all executed with a commitment to excellence.

In Reconstructive Urologic Surgery, Dr. Çetin handles complex urethral strictures, urogenital fistula operations, and urinary incontinence surgeries for both male and female patients, ensuring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to urological health.

Professional Experiences:

Dr. Buğra Çetin's illustrious career as a Urological Surgeon is marked by his dedication to excellence and patient care across multiple esteemed institutions. Beginning his journey at Dr. Yusuf Azizoğlu State Hospital in Diyarbakır from 2019 to 2020. His pursuit of advanced medical practices led him to Gaziosmanpaşa Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul, where from 2020 to 2023, he contributed to groundbreaking research and performed complex surgeries with precision and care. Currently, Dr. Çetin continues to make significant strides at Bahçelievler Medicalpark Hospital in Istanbul, where he remains committed to providing cutting-edge treatments and compassionate care to his patients. His journey through these prestigious institutions reflects his relentless dedication to advancing the field of urology and improving patient outcomes.

Educations:

Dr. Buğra Çetin's educational journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence and his relentless pursuit of knowledge. He embarked on his medical career with a strong foundation, earning his MD from Firat University in 2007. His passion for urology led him to pursue specialized training at Taksim Training and Research Hospital, where he completed his Urology Residency Program in 2019, distinguishing himself through his dedication and eagerness to learn. Not content with just clinical practice, Dr. Çetin ventured into the realm of advanced research, and in 2024, he successfully completed his PhD in Molecular Medicine at Health Science University, earning the esteemed title of PhD. This rigorous academic path reflects his deep-seated enthusiasm and determination to be at the forefront of medical innovation, always striving to provide the best possible care for his patients.

Certifications:

- Board Certified Urologist

-IICPI Certification ‘’Advenced Level Sexuallity, Sexual Therapy, and Sexual Treatments Training Participation Certificate’’

Memberships;

-ISSM (International Sociaty for Sexual Medicine)

-ESSM (European Sociaty for Sexual Medicine)

-Europena Urology Association of Urology

-Turkish Association of Urology

Born in Samsun, Turkey in June 1992, Op.Dr. Uğurcan ŞENER started his education life in Samsun  and successfully graduated from Ordu  High School in 2010. He graduated from Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine in 2016 with the  honors degree.  

After graduation, he worked as a general practitioner at Çarşamba Community Health Center which was his first place of duty. Between 2017-2022, he completed his specialization in the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery clinic of Ankara Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital, where various operations on aesthetic and reconstructive surgery were performed.  

He completed his compulsory service by performing numerous different operations in Tunceli State Hospital Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery clinic between 2022-2024.  

Having started to serve in his own clinic in Antalya in 2024, Op. Dr. Uğurcan Şener performs many medical operations and non-surgical interventions for you in his field of training.  

Dr. Uğurcan Şener  is a member of Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association (TPRECD), Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association (EPCD).

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

2010-Present

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and  Reconstructive Surgery

2005 - 2010

YEDİTEPE UNIVERSITY

Associate Professor in Aesthetic , Plasticand

Reconstructive Surgery Department /Istanbul

MEDICAL EDUCATION

2003 - 2005

BROWN UNIVERSITY

Associate Professor in Plastic Surgery Department

2001-2003

DENİZ HOSPITAL

Specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

2000-2001

BROWN UNIVERSITY/USA

1995 - 2000

GATAFACULTY OF MEDICINE/Ankara,Turkey

1992 - 1998

GATAFACULTY OF MEDICINE/Ankara,Turkey

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

5 International Books /Chapters

31 International Publications, 35 International Presentations

13 National Publications, 38 National Presentations

185 Citations in International Books and Publications

Several international conferences and educational meetings

between 1995 and 2012.

Endoscopic facial rejuvenation,Washington DC

Endoscopic necklift, Washington DC

Facial aesthetics, Washington DC

Eye and Periocular Aesthetics, Atlanta

Laser lipolysis , Washington DC

Member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Member of European Board of Plastic,Reconstructive and

Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS)

Member of International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

(ISAPS)

Member of Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and

Aesthetic Surgery

Member of Aesthetic Plastic Reconstructive Surgery

Association(EPCD)

Dr. Ali Sadioğlu is a distinguished medical professional with a wealth of experience and a passion for plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. His impressive journey began when he graduated from Ankara Science High School in 2006, followed by his graduation from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2013.

In 2014, Dr. Sadioğlu proved his exceptional skills by securing the 59th rank out of approximately ten thousand doctors in the Medical Specialization Examination (TUS). This achievement earned him a coveted training position at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery—an institution renowned for its excellence in plastic surgery in Turkey.

During his residency at Gazi University, Dr. Sadioğlu honed his surgical expertise, performing a multitude of aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries. His dedication to advancing his knowledge led him to complete a rigorous course organized by the Reconstructive Microsurgery Association, culminating in the acquisition of a prestigious microsurgery certificate.

In 2020, Dr. Sadioğlu successfully completed his residency, marking a significant milestone in his career. His finishing thesis, titled “The Long-term Effects of Abobotulinumtoxin A on Skin in a Rat Model,” demonstrated his commitment to innovative research and scholarship.

From 2020 to 2022, Dr. Sadioğlu fulfilled his obligatory service at Ankara Training and Research Hospital while also contributing to the education of residents. During this period, he actively participated in various national and international meetings and courses, making notable oral presentations.

05.12.1982 Baku

2008 Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English) graduate

2014 Hacettepe University / Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist

2015 Türt Plastic-Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association Full Member

Foreign Languages: English (good), Russian (good) Azabaijani (native) Turkish (native) 

Procedures performed by the doctor

Face

Rhinoplasty

Ear Aesthetics

Face Lift

Eyelid Aesthetics

Neck Area

Forehead Lift

Body

Liposuction

Abdominoplasty

Thigh Lift

Arm Lift

Breast

Breast Augmentation

Breast Reduction

Breast Lift

Male Breast Reduction

Breast Repair

Skin

Botox®

Filler

Scar Revision

Mole Removal

Fat Injection

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

2024-Present

MEMORIAL BAHÇELİEVLER HOSPITAL

Aesthetic,Plasticand Reconstructive Surgery Specialist

2023 - 2024

PRIVATE PRACTICE/İSTANBUL

2022 - 2023

MEDİPOL UNIVERSITY FACULTY OFMEDICINE

Department of Plasticand Reconstructive Surgery

2018-2022

KOCAELİ UNIVERSITYFACULTY OFMEDICINE

Department of Plasticand Reconstructive Surgery

2017- 2018 

BİNGÖL STATE HOSPITAL UNIVERSITY

Department of Plasticand Reconstructive Surgery

2011-2017

KOCAELİ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Department of Plasticand Reconstructive Surgery

2009- 2011

KEMAH STATE HOSPITAL

Departmentof Emergency Medicine/Bingöl,Turkey

Dr Mehmet Yildirim , 
Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine 2008- 2014
Medical Education completed

Istanbul University
Istanbul Faculty of Medicine  2016-2022
Aesthetic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery specialization completed.

EXPERINCES:
2022 - 2024 
ARTVIN STATE HOSPITAL PLASTIC DEPARTMENT
Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery specialist

2024
Estherian Plastic Surgery Department 


CERTIFICATION :
January 2017
28. Basic Microsurgery course

2020
Bazmialem Vakif University
22. Experimental Animal certificate course

2021
EPCD Breast Surgery school

2022
Teorhinoplasty Live Surgery course

19-24 December 2022 
EPCD Fellowship Program completed

2024
Face and Neck Surgery specialist - Istanbul

Education:

• Konya Meram Medical Faculty / 2010
• Istanbul Health Sciences University, Sultan Abdülhamid Han Training and Research Hospital (Specialization) / 2018

Experience:

• 2023 - Present: Çamlıca Erdem Hospital
• 2018 - 2021: Kırklareli Training and Research Hospital

Procedures Performed:

• Rhinoplasty (Nose Aesthetic Surgery)
• Tipplasty (Nose Tip Aesthetic Surgery)
• Treatment of Nasal Obstruction
• Revision Rhinoplasty (Secondary Nose Surgery)
• Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
• Liposuction (Fat Removal)
• Leg Aesthetics
• Hip Aesthetics
• Arm Lift Surgery
• Scar Revision (Scar Correction Surgery)
• Mole Excision
• Genital Aesthetic Procedures
• Breast Reduction
• Breast Augmentation
• Breast Lift
• Gynecomastia Surgery
• Neck and Chin Aesthetics
• Eyelid Surgery
• Brow and Forehead Aesthetics
• Otoplasty (Ear Aesthetic Surgery)
• Cheekbone Aesthetics
• Cheek Aesthetics
• Chin Augmentation Surgery
• Fat Injection
• (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
• Dermal Fillers
• Botox
• Fat Transfer

Education:

• Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine (2010)
• Nişantaşı Nuri Akın Anatolian High School (2004)
• Süleyman Şah Primary School (1999)

Residency:

• S.B. Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
  Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery (2016)

Work Experience:

• S.B. Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital (2011-2016)
• S.B. Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital (2016-2019)
• S.B. Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital (2019 - Present)

Memberships:

• Turkish Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Specialized Surgeries:

• Rhinoplasty
• Breast Aesthetics
• Facial Aesthetics

Dr. Caner Kaya is a seasoned plastic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 15 years of experience in the field. 

CANER GELBAL, MD

Birth Date : January 16, 1993 year

Birth Place : İstanbul, Turkey

Education, Awards and Certifications

• Inter High School Olympic Competition,Ankara Science High School Olympic Team Captain,Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey(TUBİTAK)-2009 year
• Ankara Science High School-2007-2010 year
• İzmir Science High School – 2010-2011 year 
• Istanbul University School of Medicine – 2017 year 
• Animal Research Certificate – January 2019 year 
• Microsurgery Certificate- May 2019 year 
• Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital , Department  of Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery  - 2018 year – Current
   

Rotations

November 2018 year - April 2019 year  - General Surgery Rotation - Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital Department of General Surgery

April - May 2019 year - Orthopedia Rotation - Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital Department of Orthopedia

Articles published in nationally-respected journals: 

1. Tatar BE, Gelbal C, Sezgiç M, Karakol P, Uslu C, Kabul S. A Rare Case: Malignant Granular Cell Tumor in Axillary Region.

Oral Presentations in International Meetings

1.Using Mandibular Bony Tissues Which Are Treated with Liquid Nitrogen As Scaffold For Partial Femoral Transplantation in Mandible Reconstruction and Evaluation of Bone Survival: Experimental Rat Femur Transplantation Model 

Percin Karakol, Burak Ergün Tatar, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal, Mehmet Bozkurt 

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

2. The Effect of Centrifuge Duration on Fat Graft Survival 

Percin Karakol, Burak Ergün Tatar, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal, Mehmet Bozkurt

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

3. Are the permanent effects of renal failure not so permanent? 

Percin Karakol, Caner Gelbal, Can Uslu, Burak Ergün Tatar, Mehmet Bozkurt

11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council August 23-25, 2018 year, Munich, Germany

Oral Presentations in national Meetings:

1.Üst ekstremite acil ve elektif vakalarda WALANT’ın kullanımı.                                   

Burak Ergün Tatar, Perçin Karakol, Can Uslu, Caner Gelbal  41. Ulusal Plastik Cerrahi Kurultayı, 26-30 October, 2019 year, Samsun,Turkey