EDUCATION
2017-2022: Research Assistant in the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Bursa Uludağ University Medical Faculty Hospital
RELEVANT SKILLS
Advanced Level of English
Academic Competence
Operative Surgeon
Various medical memberships, achievements, and awards
Attendance at several congresses and workshops
Plastic Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery
Aesthetic Surgery
WORK EXPERIENCE
2016-2017: General Practitioner at Düzce Atatürk State Hospital Emergency Service
2017-2022: Research Assistant in the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Bursa Uludağ University Medical Faculty Hospital
2022-2023: Specialist Physician at Şanlıurfa Siverek State Hospital
2023-present: Specialist Physician at Natural Clinic
MEMBERSHIPS
Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association
COURSES
2019: European Course in Plastic Surgery
2021: TPRECD Rhinoplasty and Facial Aesthetics Course
2021: Structure-Preservation Rhinoplasty Conference
2022: EPCD National Congress
2022: TPRECD Winter Symposium
2022: TPRECD 14th Advanced Assistant School
2022: Temporal Lift Live Surgery Course
2022: 9th National Reconstructive Surgery Congress
2022: 2nd National Emergency Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Congress
SURGERIES PERFORMED
Blepharoplasty (Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery)
Canthoplasty (Almond Eye Surgery)
Temporal Lift (Eyebrow and Temple Lift)
Facelift (Face and Neck Lift)
Buccal Fat Removal (Bichectomy)
Lip Lift
Otoplasty (Ear Pinning Surgery)
Lipofilling (Facial Fat Injection)
Rhinoplasty (Nose Surgery)
Chin Liposuction and Chin Augmentation
Brachioplasty (Arm Lift and Arm Liposuction)
Back Lift
Breast Reduction and Lifting
Mastopexy (Breast Lift with or without Implants)
Breast Augmentation (Breast Implants)
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck and Liposuction)
Liposuction (Abdomen, Waist, Back)
Thigh Lift and Liposuction
Gluteal Augmentation (Brazilian Butt Lift, Buttock Lift, Buttock Implants, and Fat Injection)
Post-Bariatric Body Contouring
Labiaplasty (Genital Aesthetic Surgery)
Scar Revision
Non-Surgical Medical Aesthetic Procedures (Botox, Fillers, )
Read moreHe was born in Samsun in 1978. After graduating from Faculty of Medicine (Çapa Medicine) of the Istanbul University in 2003, he completed his 6-year residency training at Şişli, Etfal Training and Research Hospital Plastic Surgery Clinic and became a Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist.
In 2008, he received training from world-renowned surgeons at the University of Plastic Surgery Clinic in the New York, United States and participated the surgeries together with the doctors from New York.
He attended courses and congresses about topics such as Breast Aesthetics, Abdominal Aesthetics, Liposuction, Buttock Aesthetics, Rhinoplasty, Facial rejuvenation, Botox and Fillers.
Between 2010 and 2012, he worked at the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Ahi Evran University Kırşehir State Hospital. Kırşehir has carried out many surgeries and innovations that could not be done before in its history.
It constantly improves itself by participating in congresses and meetings at homecountry and abroad every year.
Op.Dr.Mehmet Köksal still works in a Private Clinic in Istanbul.
He is a member of Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association.
Read moreDr. Selin Güler embarked on her medical journey at Eskişehir Osmangazi University Medical School. After completing her primary medical education there, she opted for one of the top 3 medical schools, Dokuz Eylül University Medical School, for her Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery higher medical education.
Dr. Selin Güler initiated her professional career at Boyabat State Hospital and later transitioned to Dokuz Eylül University. In 2022, she assumed the role of the main plastic surgeon at Private Medifema Hospital. And became one of the most sought after doctors in Turkey in her field in a very short time.
Read moreEDUCATION
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
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Participation in Symposiums, Congresses and Academic Certificate Programs:
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association 11th National Congress and Facial Aesthetics Course,18-20 June 2007.
Planning in Orthognathic Surgery, 3 May 2007, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. 26th National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 21-25 September 2004, ANKARA.
8th National Congress of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association,18-20 June 2004, ISTANBUL.
3rd International Congress of A.S.A.M.I., 27-29 May 2004, ISTANBUL.
Obstetric Brachial Plexus Injuries, Postgraduate Training Meeting, 13 March 2004, ISTANBUL.
Panel on Non-invasive Aesthetic Facial Interventions, 25 December 2003, ISTANBUL.
Maxillofacial Surgery and Distraction Course, 6-7 November 2003, ANKARA.
Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Current and Advanced Views Symposium on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 18-20 October 2002, ISTANBUL.
ISAPS 2002 (International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) XVI Congress, 26-29 May 2002, ISTANBUL.
GATA Medical School, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery Workshop and Course, 3-4 May 2002, ANKARA.
23rd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-30 September 2001, ISTANBUL.
Turkish Symposium Contour Genesis Ultrasonic Assisted Lipoplasty, 23-24 November 2000, ISTANBUL.
Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic, Basic Microsurgery Certificate Program, 16-27 October 2000, ISTANBUL.
22nd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-1 October 2000, IZMIR.
Vagıf KALENDER, Aret Çerçi ÖZKAN, Ufuk EMEKLI, Aylin BILGIN KARABULUT, Metin ERER, Atilla ARINCI, Ali MEZDEĞI. Medical Bulletin of Istanbul Medical Faculty.
2- Management of Donor Site of Prefabricated Temporalis Fascia Flap (Letter) Aylin Bilgin KARABULUT, Hülya AYDIN, Ali MEZDEĞI. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.108(3):793-794, September 1, 2001.
3- Recurrent Bleeding Following Rhinoplasty due to Factor XIII Deficiency (Letter) Aylin Bilgin KARABULUT, Hülya AYDIN, Ali MEZDEĞI, Evin ADEMOĞLU. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 108(3):808, September 1, 2001.
4- Roberts Syndrome from the Plastic Surgeon’s Viewpoint (Letter) Aylin Bilgin KARABULUT, Hülya AYDIN, Metin ERER, Ali MEZDEĞI, Erdem GÜVEN Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 108(5):1443-1445, October 2001.
5- A fast and effective method of cartilage mincing: Turkish delight graft revisited (Letter) Ufuk EMEKLI, Ali MEZDEĞI, Burcu ÇELET ÖZDEN, Orhan ÇIZMECI. European Journal of Plastic Surgery(2003) 26:164.
6- The Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen and Surgical Decompression in Experimental Compartment Syndrome. Figen AYDIN, Şamil AKTAŞ, Vakur OLGAÇ, Ali MEZDEĞİ, Sacit KARAMÜRSEL (single name in plastic surgery)Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery. 2003 Jul;9(3):176-182.
7- Zone II fleksör tendon yaralanmalarında tendon protezi ile fleksör tendoplasti uygulamalarımız (Flexor tendoplasty with a tendon prosthesis for zone II flexor tendon injuries). Atakan AYDIN, Murat TOPALAN, Ali MEZDEĞİ, İlker SEZER, Türker ÖZKAN, Metin ERER, Zeynep HOŞBAY. Acta Orthopedica et Traumatologica Turcica 2003:37(5):374-378.
8- Fleksör tendon yaralanmalarında tek seanslı fleksör tendoplasti (Single-stage flexor tendoplasty in the treatment of flexor tendon injuries). Atakan AYDIN, Murat TOPALAN, Ali MEZDEĞİ, İlker SEZER, Türker ÖZKAN, Metin ERER, Safiye ÖZKAN. Acta Orthopedica et Traumatologica Turcica 2004:38(1):54-59.
9- Dorsal teknik ile el bilek artrodezi uygulamalarımız (Wrist arthrodesis applications with dorsal technique). Atakan AYDIN, Murat TOPALAN, Türker ÖZKAN, Metin ERER, Ali MEZDEĞİ, Gülnur ÖZTÜRK. Accepted by the Turkish Journal of Plastic Surgery and pending for publication.
10- Effects of amifostine on healing of microvascular anastomoses, flap survival, and nerve regeneration with preoperative or postoperative irradiation. Atakan AYDIN, Burcu ÇELET ÖZDEN, Ali MEZDEĞİ, Sıdıka KURUL, Rasim MERAL, Seyhun SOLAKOGLU. Microsurgery. 2004;24(5):392.
Papers Presented:
1- Posterior İnterosseoz Sinir Paralizisinde Rekonstrüksiyon (Reconstruction in Posterior Interosseous Nerve Paralysis). Ayhan OKUMUŞ, Türker ÖZKAN, Atakan AYDIN, Ali MEZDEĞI, Metin ERER, Safiye ÖZKAN. 22nd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-1 October 2000, İZMİR.
2- Venöz Staz Sonrası Oluşan İskemi-Reperfüzyon Hasarında A ve E Vitamini Kombinasyon Tedavisi (Combination Therapy of Vitamins A and E in Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury After Venous Stasis) İrfan AYDIN, Aylin BİLGİN, Evin ADEMOĞLU, Ali MEZDEĞİ, Serdar TUNCER, Orhan ÇİZMECİ, Metin ERER. 22nd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-1 October 2000, İZMİR.
3- ‘Limitations in Mandibular Distraction; Istanbul Medical Faculty Experience’ Ali MEZDEĞI, Burcu ÇELET ÖZDEN, Atilla ARINCI, Ufuk EMEKLI. 3rd International Congress of A.S.A.M.I., 27-29 May 2004, İSTANBUL.
4- Endosteal Extra-Oral İmplant ile Kulak, Burun ve Soket Rekonstrüksiyonu (Ear, nose and socket reconstruction with endosteal extra-oral implants) Ali MEZDEĞI, Ismail ERMIŞ, Sinan NUR KESIM, Ebru TUNCER, Banu
KARAYAZGAN 26th National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 21-25 September, 2004, ANKARA.
5- Mandibuler Distraksiyon Osteogenezis:İstanbul Tıp Fakültesi Deneyimi (Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis: The Experience of Istanbul Medical Faculty) Ali MEZDEĞI, Atilla ARINCI, Ismail ERMİŞ, Burcu ÇELET ÖZDEN, Sinan NUR KESIM 26th National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 21-25 September 2004, ANKARA.
Poster Presentations:
1- Hemifasyal Mikrozomi Olgularında Mandibulanın Distraksiyon Osteogenezis Yöntemi ile Uzatılmasındaki Tecrübelerimiz (Our experiences in lengthening of the mandible by distraction osteogenesis in cases of hemifacial microsomia). Orhan ÇIZMECI, Atilla ARINCI, Irfan AYDIN, Ali MEZDEĞI. 22nd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-1 October 2000, IZMIR.
2- Bilateral Lateral Yüz Yarığı: Olgu Sunumu (Bilateral Lateral Facial Cleft: A Case Report). Aret ÇERÇİ ÖZKAN, Ufuk EMEKLI, Alp Aslan, Ali MEZDEĞI, Sinan NUR KESIM. 22nd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-1 October 2000, IZMIR.
3- Ekspanse Edilmiş Prefabrike Supraklavikuler Deri Flebi ile Konjenital Dev Nevüs Rekonstrüksiyonu: Vaka Sunumu (Reconstruction of Congenital Giant Nevus with Prefabricated Induced Expanded Supraclavicular Skin Flap: A Case Report).
Erdem GÜVEN, Aret ÇERÇI ÖZKAN, Ufuk EMEKLI, Ismail ERMIŞ, Ali MEZDEĞI, Irfan AYDIN. 23rd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-30 September 2001, ISTANBUL.
4- Deri Koruyucu Olmayan Mastektomide Doku Genişletici ile Genişletilmiş Göğüs Duvarı Derisinin Altına Dezepitelize Edilerek Yerleştirilen Pediküllü TRAM Flep ile Geç Meme Onarımı: Vaka Sunumu (Late Breast Repair with Disephitelized Pedicle TRAM Flap Placed under Chest Wall Skin Expanded with Tissue Expander in Non-Skin-Sparing Mastectomy: A Case Report) Aret ÇERÇI ÖZKAN, Orhan ÇIZMECI, Serdar EREN, Hülya AYDIN, Ali MEZDEĞI, Serdar TUNCER, Erdem GÜVEN, Funda AKÖZ. 23rd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-30 September 2001, ISTANBUL.
5- Vaka Sunumu: Masseter Absesi Sonrası Gelişen Masseterik Fibrozis ve Buna Bağlı Gelişen Ekstraartiküler Ankiloz (Masseteric Fibrosis Developing After Masseter Abscess and Related Extra-Articular Ankylosis: A Case Report).
Ali MEZDEĞI, Erdem GÜVEN, Orhan ÇİZMECİ, Alp Aslan, Metin ERER. 23rd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-30 September 2001, ISTANBUL.
6- Vaka Sunumu: İdiopatik Skrotal Kalsinozis (Idiopathic Scrotal Calcinosis: A Case Report) Ali MEZDEĞI. 23rd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-30 September 2001, ISTANBUL.
7- Tırnak Yatağı Defektlerinin Steril Matriks Greftleri ile Rekonstrüksiyonu (Reconstruction of Nail Bed Defects with Sterile Matrix Grafts) Serdar TUNCER, Ali MEZDEĞI, Atakan AYDIN, Türker ÖZKAN, Metin ERER. 23rd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-30 September 2001, ISTANBUL.
8- Mandibula Kondiler Bölge ve Koronoid Çıkıntıdan Kaynaklanan Osteokondromlar (Osteochondromas Originating From Mandibular Condylar Region and Coronoid Protrusion) Alp Aslan, Ufuk EMEKLI, İsmail ERMIŞ, Orhan ÇİZMECI, Defne
ÖNEL, Ali MEZDEĞI, Erdem GÜVEN. 23rd National Congress of Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 27-30 September 2001, ISTANBUL.
Thesis:The clinical thesis titled “Mandibuler Distraksiyon Osteogenezis (Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis)” was presented in June 2003 and was found satisfactory by the thesis jury.
Read moreAssoc. Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan is an aesthetic surgery specialist with over 20 published articles in international editions who has completed his specialization after certification processes abroad and is a member of various scientific organizations. He has worked in various hospitals and currently offers his professional medical services from his private practice.
Read moreAs a dedicated Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey, I bring a strong foundation of experience and a profound commitment to enhancing both form and function to every patient I serve. My journey in the field has been marked by comprehensive training in Marmara University Plastic Surgery Department, one of Turkey's premier centers for breast and facial plastic surgery, where I've had the privilege of specializing in several transformative areas of surgical expertise.
Facial Rejuvenation Surgery: With a profound understanding of facial aesthetics, I am dedicated to helping patients achieve a youthful, refreshed appearance while also providing reconstructive solutions for those facing unique challenges.
Orthognathic Surgery: My extensive training in orthognathic surgery equips me with the skills to harmonize facial structures and restore optimal function, addressing issues related to jaw alignment and facial symmetry with precision and care.
Facial Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery: My specialization extends to a wide range of facial procedures, including:
Deep Plane Facelift Surgery: Delivering natural, long-lasting results with cutting edge surgical technique on facial rejuvenation.
Neck Reshaping Surgeries: Crafting elegant and youthful neck contours.
Endoscopic Facial Surgeries: Minimally invasive techniques for maximum impact.
Periorbital Rejuvenation and Blepharoplasties: Illuminating the windows to the soul.
Facial Bone Contouring: Sculpting facial aesthetics with precision.
Frontal Shaping for Facial Gender Reassignment: Empowering individuals on transformative journeys. Revisional Facial Surgeries: Perfecting previous procedures to achieve excellence.
Facial Paralysis Reconstruction with Tendon and Muscle Transfers: Restoring both function and aesthetics. Scar Revisions and Burn Scarifications: Erasing the marks of the past.
Cell Treatments: Harnessing the latest regenerative therapies.
Skin and Intraoral Tumor Ablation with Reconstructions: Uniting oncological care with aesthetic mastery. Jaw Enhancements and Genioplasties: Balancing and harmonizing facial profiles.
Double Jaw/Bimax Surgeries: Achieving facial symmetry and optimal function.
Rhinoplasties and Nose Reconstructions: Perfecting nasal aesthetics with artistry.
Breast Aesthetics and Reconstruction: Having trained at one of Turkey's leading centers for breast surgeries, I am well- versed in the art of breast aesthetics and reconstruction, ensuring that patients regain both their confidence and their sense of self.
At the core of my practice is a dedication to individualized care. I believe that every patient is unique, and their needs and aspirations deserve tailored attention. My mission is to provide compassionate, patient-centered care that goes beyond routine procedures, ensuring that each individual receives the personalized treatment they deserve.
As I continue to push the boundaries of plastic and aesthetic surgery, my focus remains on achieving excellence in both form and function, all while prioritizing the unique needs of every patient under my care.
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