Best Tummy tuck plastic surgeons in Turkey: TOP 187 doctors

After achieving a high degree in the national exam, Dr Hakan Tekin started his medical education at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty / English Department. Dr Tekin worked in the E&A Department and ICU of State Hospital in Van after graduation for two years. He started to work in Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department at Van Yuzuncu Yil University. He was trained in many types of surgical procedures, including; microsurgery, maxillofacial surgery, congenital deformities, hand surgeries and aesthetic procedures. 

He worked in Van Training and Research Hospital as head of the Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Department. In 2016 he started to work at Memorial Private Hospital in Diyarbakır. In 2018 Dr Tekin worked at Zurich University/Swiss as a fellow. By the end of 2018, he founded his private clinic in Diyarbakır. He performed thousands of aesthetic surgical procedures since then.

Dr Tekin moved to London in 2022 and has continued to perform his procedures in İstanbul. Dr Tekin has published numerous scientific articles in international and national plastic surgery journals. He presented many scientific presentations at international and national congresses and conferences.

Dr Tekin attended dozens of international courses led by world-known mentors, improved his deep knowledge, and got certified. He is a member of ISAPS, TPRECD and TTB.

Dr. Ali Mezdegi is a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe University in 1997. He completed his surgical residency at Istanbul University in 2004. Dr. Mezdegi is known for his research on Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis. He has published more than 10 academic articles in leading journals.

Dr. Mezdegi has presented his work at many national and international congresses and symposiums, including ISAPS and the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. He holds a certificate from the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He has made important contributions to maxillofacial and reconstructive surgery techniques.

A respected Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon and partner in his own private practice in Antalya, Gökhan Özerdem, M.D. is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in surgery and personal expertise, priding himself on his attention to detail. He is highly regarded and often sought after due to his high quality of patient care, his surgical skills and his keen sense of aesthetic harmony, all of which have made him a favourite for both Turkish and overseas patients. 

After earning his doctorate from Çukorova University and completing his specialist training, he studied further in all aspects of cosmetic, reconstructive surgery and microsurgery. He specializes in the treatment of burns. Dr. Gökhan holds Turkish Board certifications in Plastic Surgery and is a member of several specialist Societies in both Turkey and Europe. 

Gökhan Özerdem, M.D. is a Board Certified, ISAPS and American Society of Plastic Surgeons member Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon. He is a highly disciplined individual who aims to stay at the forefront of development in cosmetic surgery, both in Turkey and internationally. He frequently participates in international conventions in an aim to continually maintain and improve his surgical results. We are a leading cosmetic-aesthetic and plastic surgery group whose aim is to provide the highest standards of treatment and service that the medical profession can offer. Our surgeon has performed thousands of successful operations and with more than 21 years of cosmetic surgery experience and numerous accreditations between them, they are one of the most experienced aesthetic-cosmetic surgery teams in Turkey at this time.

At your consultation visit, you will meet our Board Certified Surgeon and our team of dedicated patient care professionals. The surgeon will do a brief physical exam and give you his best recommendation about the procedure. Our surgeons strives to be very thorough in the information he gives and to answer all of your questions.

It is important to ask the right questions during your consultation so you are able to make an informed decision about who you will choose to perform your cosmetic procedure. There are key criteria to consider when evaluating your surgeon and the facility.

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- The doctor speaks English. Being understood and being able to communicate with your surgeon is of most importance for anyone coming for surgery.
- Antalya, which is located on the Turkish Mediterranean coast, is a modern, cosmopolitan & historical resort, less than 4hrs flight from most European citiesHe has visited in well-known surgery centres in the UK and Europe, alongside some of the most prominent plastic surgeons in his field. He regularly contributes his insight into articles and medical books and also makes contributions in the media. 

Biography:

• Birthdate: 28-01-1988
• Birthplace: Izmir, Turkey
• Marital Status: Married
• City: Istanbul, Turkey

Specialties:

• FUE Hair Transplant
• Sapphire/Slit Channels
• DHI Hair Transplant
• - Mesotherapy
• Beard Transplant
• Eyebrow Transplant

Work Experience:

• Esteticum Hospital
• Medicana Hospital
• Istanbul Hair Clinic
• Estethica Hospital
• Essença Clinic

Certificates:

• Medipol University / Hair Treatment & Mesotherapy

Dr. Hakan is a highly experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon, renowned for delivering exceptional results in his field. With a career spanning many years, he has honed his skills to address a wide range of aesthetic and reconstructive needs. His expertise lies in combining advanced surgical techniques with a deep understanding of human anatomy, allowing him to achieve outstanding, natural-looking outcomes for his patients. Dr. Hakan’s meticulous approach and dedication to excellence ensure that every procedure is tailored to the individual’s unique goals and medical requirements. Whether performing complex reconstructive surgeries or enhancing aesthetic features, he approaches each case with precision and care. Patients frequently commend his ability to create harmonious results that not only meet but often exceed expectations. Known for his compassionate demeanor and patient-focused philosophy, Dr. Hakan provides comprehensive guidance and support throughout the surgical journey. His impressive track record and commitment to advancing his craft have established him as a trusted name in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Mahmut Muhsin YILMAZ was born in Adana. He graduated from TOBB Osmaniye Science High School in 2007 as the top student of his class. During high school, he won numerous awards in regional and national knowledge competitions. In the 2007 Student Selection and Placement Examination (SSPE), he ranked first in Turkey in the fields of Mathematics, Verbal, and Equal Weight. From 2007 to 2014, he studied medicine at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (in English).

In 2015, he ranked 6th in Turkey in the Clinical and Basic Success Rankings of the Medical Specialty Exam. From 2015 to 2020, he successfully completed his specialization training at Hacettepe University Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic.

He conducted his specialization thesis on 'Nerve Regeneration,' which was supported under the TUBITAK 1001 program. His specialization thesis won an award at the 2021 National Plastic Surgery Congress. He obtained his Board Certification in 2019. From 2020 to 2022, he served as a specialist doctor at Bursa City Hospital.

He has published studies in national and international journals. He is a member of various national and international associations including the Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association, the Cleft Lip and Palate Association, and The International Society of Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Emre Uregen, born in Ankara, Turkey in 1978, is a distinguished aesthetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgeon. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 2002 and completed his residency at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital, where he performed over 2,000 surgeries.

In addition to his extensive expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Uregen has made significant contributions to the field of hair loss treatment and transplantation. With a successful track record of over 5,000 hair transplantation procedures, he is highly regarded for his meticulous approach to the canal-opening process and his precise determination of the angle and direction of transplanted hair. Dr. Uregen emphasizes that these factors are crucial in achieving both the overall success and the natural appearance of hair transplant surgeries.

Dr. Emre Uregen’s dedication to excellence is evident in his comprehensive approach to both plastic surgery and hair restoration. His commitment to achieving optimal results for his patients reflects his passion for innovation and his desire to stay at the forefront of his field.

As a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon, Associate Professor Dr Sevgi Kurt started her medical education at Istanbul University Medical Faculty in 2000. After graduation in 2006, she got a degree in the MEdical Specialization Examination and started her training in the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Istanbul University Medical Faculty and was entitled to receive the title of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist in 2012.

During her education, she did microsurgery fellowship with Fu Chan Wei and Hung Chi Chen in Taiwan in 2012, and did breast reconstruction fellowship with Moustapha Hamdi in Belgium in 2014.

In 2014, she successfully passed the EBOPRAS (European Plastic Surgery Board Exam) written and oral exams and received the European Board certificate.

After completing her specialization training, she worked at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital and received the title of ‘Associate Professor’ in 2019.

She has scientific studies published in national and international journals and presented at both national and international meetings.

Experience:

2017- Private Practice

2017 – Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist – Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Clinic – Endorphin Center – Istanbul

2016-2017 – Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist – Bitlis State Hospital

2010-2015 – Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic – Kartal Training and Research Hospital – Istanbul

2009 – General Practitioner – Çekmeköy Taşdelen Health Center – Istanbul

courses

27-28 September 2013, Prof. Dr. Rıdvan Ege 8. Basic Hand Surgery, Acute Hand Injuries Course, Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Association, Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara

7-11 January 2014, 19th Basic Microsurgery Course, Reconstructive Microsurgery Association, Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul

16-25 January 2014, Experimental Animals Use Course, Yeditepe University Experimental Animals Ethics Committee, Istanbul

VIII. Plastic Surgery School (11-18 April 2015) Akra Barut Hotel, Antalya

I am Dr Nejdet ŞİŞMAN born 26.02.1965 in Ankara.

I graduated from Trakya University Faculty of Medicine in 1990. I worked as an Emergency Physician at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Hospital until 1997. Between 1997-2003, I worked in Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery clinic. In 2004-2005, I worked in Izmir Private Kent Hospital Plastic Surgery clinic. I received training in the field of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Italy, Florence and Milan. I have articles published in domestic and foreign journals. I work at Clinic Hair as their chief plastic surgeon for past 5 years

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Microsurgery Course,

Microsurgery Research and Training

Laboratory,Department of Orthopaedic

Surgery, Columbia University,

May 31 - June 2016 , 03. New York, USA.

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer

Center, Department of Surgery for the

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Service. December 2017 ,11

–January 2018 ,31. New York-USA.

NYU Langone Health,

The Hansjörg Wyss Department

of Plastic Surgery.

May 2019 ,31-1. New York-USA

ROTATIONS

November 2013 - April 2014 - General

Surgery Rotation - Ankara University

Medical Faculty, Department of

General Surgery.

April - May 2014 - Anatomy Rotation

- Ankara University Medical Faculty,

Department of Anatomy

May - June 2014 - Neurosurgery

Rotation - Ankara University Medical

Faculty, Department of Neurosurgery

PRESENTATIONS IN INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS

1.Serel S, Bayar S, Kaya B, Yigit P, Celik B, Sezgic M. Reverse Abdominoplasty

for Locally/Advanced Recurrent Breast Cancer. 2016 Barcelona Breast

Meeting, March 16-18, 2016. Barcelona-Spain.

2. Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Serel S. Possible Factors Associated With Failure of

Free Flaps in Reconstruction of Head-Neck and Lower Extremity Defects.

13'th Congress of the European Federation of Societies for Microsurgery, April

21-24, 2016. Antalya-Turkey.

3. Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Ozden S, Ozdemir A, Kaya B, Serel S.Reconstruction of

Complex Scalp and Calvarial Defects with Cranioplasty and Free Flaps. 4’th

Congress of Asian Pacific Federation of Societies for Reconstructive

Microsurgery, May 09-13, 2018. Antalya-Turkey.

4. Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Ozden S, Serel S, Ergun H, Kaya B. Effect of Quercetin (A

Powerful Flavonoid) on Survival of Random Skin Flap in Rats : An

Experimental Study. European Association of Plastic Surgeons Research

Council, May 16-17, 2018. Madrid -Spain.

5. Sezgic M, Aydinli Y, Kirmizi BA, Heper A, Serel S. The Effect of Poly-L-Lactic

Acid Dermal Fillers on Tendon Healing. European Association of Plastic

Surgeons Research Council, May 16-17, 2018. Madrid -Spain.

6. Sezgic M, Aydinli Y, Kaya B, Serel S. Our Clinical Experience with

Indocyanine Green Fluorescence Imaging. International Congress on

Occupational Accidents, Hand Injuries and Amputations, April 26-27, 2019.

Istanbul-Turkey.

7. Balikci T, Bozkurt M, Karakol P, Sezgic M, Metin A. Providing Functional and

Aesthetic Healing With Matriderm® and Late Fat Injection in Frontal Arm

Flexor Face Burn Contracts. 17th Annual IFATS Conference, December 4-7,

2019. Marseille, France.

8. Balikci T, Bozkurt M, Karakol P, Sezgiç M, Metin A. Investigation of the

Peripheral Effects of SVF Treatment in Patients with Ischemic Limb. 17th

Annual IFATS Conference, December 4-7, 2019. Marseille, France.

PUBLICATIONS

National

1. Ozden NS, Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Kaygusuz G, Kaya B. Yüz Yerleşimli Nodüler

Fasiit Olgusu. Ankara Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Mecmuası 2019;72(1):114-117

2. Tatar BE, Gelbal C, Sezgiç M, Karakol P, Uslu C, Kabul S. Nadir Bir Olgu:

Aksiller Bölgede Malign Granüler Hücreli Tümör. Bagcilar Med Bull

2019;4:106-109.

3. Karakol P, Tatar BE, Uslu C, Sezgic M. A rare cause of unclosed abdominal

wall wound: Swallowed suture needles. Turk J Plast Surg 2020;28:185-7

4. Sezgic M , Karakol P . Tek Tarafli İzole Konjenital Alt Lateral Kikirdak Total

Yokluğu Olgusu. Journal of Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. 2020; 45-44.

International

1. Sezgic M, Aydinli Y, Serel S. Small Cell Lung Cancer Presenting as a

Benign Subcutaneous Mass on the Frontotemporal Region. JCR [serial

online] 2019[cited 2019 Dec 1];9:170-173. Available from:

http://www.casereports.in/articles/9/3/Small-Cell-Lung-Cancer-Presenting-a

s-a-Benign-Subcutaneous-Mass-on-the-Frontotemporal-Region.html

2. Bayram Y, Sezgic M, Karakol P, Bozkurt M, Filinte GT. The use of

autologous fat grafts in breast surgery: A literature review. Arch Plast Surg.

2019;46(6):498–510. doi:10.5999/aps.2019.00416

3. Karakol P, Sezgic M, Tatar BE, Gelbal C, Uslu C. The use of dorsoradial

forearm flap for the treatment of dorsal hand defect. J Surg Case Rep.

2020;2020(7):rjaa153. Published 2020 Jul 14. doi:10.1093/jscr/rjaa153

4. Karakol P, Sezgic M. "Early lipogranuloma formation after foreign

material injection to the face". Journal of Surgery and Medicine 4 (2020 ):

842-844

5. Karakol P, Sezgic M, Bozkurt M. A Complicated Cardiac Pacemaker

Case Resulting In Mastectomy andDeath In Consequence Of Covid-19

Infection. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS)e-ISSN:

2279-0853, p-ISSN: 2279-0861.Volume 19, Issue 11 Ser.8 (November. 2020)

6. Bozkurt, M., Tatar, B.E., Karakol, P., Sezgic M., Uslu C., Gelbal C. Matriderm

and combination in the treatment of recurrent carpal

tunnel syndrome: a new approach. Eur J Plast Surg (2021).

https://doi.org/10.1007/s00238-021-01863-9

7. Karakol P., Sezgic M., Altinel Y., Bozkurt M. The Therapeutic Effect of

Fibrin, Curcumin and Ozone Among Oral Wound Healing

Process. International Journal of Basic and Clinical Studies (IJBCS). 2021; 10(1):

16-27

He was born in 1978 in Turkey. He was graduated from

Çukurova University Faculty of Medicine in 2003. He had

Operator Doctoral degree between 2011-2005 from

Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine.

COURSE SYMPOSIUM AND CONGRESS PARTICIPATION

1- Non-Invasive Aesthetic Approaches ( and Filling Materials) Çukurova University

Faculty of Medicine Plastic Surgery Department, Adana 2006

2- Rhinoplasty Symposium, Mersin University Medical Faculty Hospital

Plastic Surgery Department, Mersin 2006

3- Maxillofacial Surgeons Association Course, Basic Principles and Applications of

Maxillofacial Surgery, Uludağ, Bursa March 2007

4- Rhinoplasty Winter Symposium Uludağ Bursa March 2007

5- Oculoplasty Symposium, Gaziantep University, Faculty of Medicine, Department

of Plastic Surgery, Gaziantep April 2008

6- Residency Student Basic Training Course Gaziantep University,

Faculty of Medicine December 2008

7- Experiment Animal Course in Scientific Research Gaziantep University,

Faculty of Medicine November 2009

28 -8. Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery National Congress,

Ankara, September 2006

5 -9. National Wound Care Congress Gaziantep October 2010

10- Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association 15th National Congress Istanbul January 2011

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DOMESTIC POSTER PAPERS

1- Sunay M, Büyükgüral B, Doğan M, Köseoğlu M. N, Mutaf M “Scalp Replantation with

Single Artery and Vein Anastomosis” 29th National Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and

Aesthetic Surgery Congress Eskişehir September 2007 (Poster)

2- Mutaf M, Bulut Ö, Köseoğlu M.N., Sunay M, A New Technique for Closure of Lateral

Cantal Defects; Spider ProcedureOculoplasty Symposium Gaziantep April 2008. (Poster)

Education:

Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (2009-2015)
Ankara Bilkent City Hospital Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (Speciality 2016-2022)

Foreign Language: English

Professional Experiences:

Aktif International Bahcelievler (2024 – Ongoing)
Tekirdag City Hospital (2022-2024)
Ankara Bilkent City Hospital (2019-2022)
Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital (2016-2019)

Medical Interests:

Breast Aesthetics
Tummy Tuck
Liposuction/ Fat grafting applications