Best Breast reconstruction surgery plastic surgeons in Istanbul: TOP 60 doctors

Dr. Leyla Arvas is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery specialist who has studied microsurgery and laser treatments in Taiwan, Tokyo, and Barcelona. She has performed aesthetic operations in private offices, hospitals, and clinics, specializing in Rhinoplasty, Bepharoplasty, Face Lifts, Liposuction, Breast Lift-Augmentation-Reduction, and Tummy Tuck procedures. She is experienced in VASER and LASER liposuction technologies and High Definition Liposculpturing.

Hasan Şahin, M.D. is a board certified plastic surgeon offering services in primary aesthetic and complex restorative plastic surgery. He specializes in aesthetic procedures of the face, brow, eyes, neck, nose, breast, and body, as well as microsurgical procedures, revision rhinoplasty, breast reconstruction, and complex reconstructive primary and secondary procedures. He has completed residency training in School of Medicine and has over 5,000 patients and 12,000 aesthetic surgeries to date.

Medical doctor with seven years of experience specializing in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Completed an education from Istanbul University and University of Health Sciences in Turkey, and holds certifications from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS) and the Turkish Plastic Surgery Association Board. Experienced in courses and symposiums such as Marmara Region Plastic Surgery Training Meeting, Basic Microsurgery Course, Obesity Surgery Symposium, Preservation Rhinoplasty Course, and is a member of the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.

Salih Onur Basat graduated from the “English Medicine” program at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2005. He worked in the public health sector for a certain period of time, conducting academic studies published and presented in many leading national and international journals and congresses during this period. He contributed to and participated in many national and international congresses. Having been accredited by TPRECD and EBOPRAS. Dr.Salih Onur Basat is a highly experienced surgeon, who has reached a great number of cases, including successful procedures of body contouring, breast aesthetics and facial aesthetic operations.
 

Dr. Orhan Babucçu is a highly experienced plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is especially skilled in tummy tucks, revision rhinoplasty, breast surgery, body contouring, genital aesthetic, chronic wound treatment, skin cancer and nose jobs. He is a member of several professional organizations and has completed training in microsurgery and medical specialization in Turkey and the US.

Prof. Haluk Duman is an expert plastic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey with over 35 years of experience. He specializes in plastic surgery after cancer, burns, and skin tumors, as well as hand and maxillofacial surgery. He has a general medical degree from Istanbul University Medical Faculty and specialty in plastic and reconstructive surgery from Ankara GATA Medical School, and a fellowship from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Prof. Duman has published over 60 papers and participated in 100+ conferences. He is a member of various organizations.

Dr. Ömer Faruk DEVECİ is a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon who was born in Ankara in 1988. He completed his medical education in 2012 and became a specialist in 2018. He has since worked in various hospitals and has been in private practice since September 2020.

Education and Certifications

• Sisli Terakki Primary School – 2001
• Sisli Terakki High School – 2004
• Yeditepe University School of Medicine – 2011
• Animal Research Certificate – June 2014
• Ankara University School of Medicine  Plastic , Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, Resident – 2012 - 2016
• Ankara University School of Medicine  Plastic , Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, Chief Resident – 2016 - 2018
• Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery – 2018, March
• Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital ,Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department  - 2018 – 2021
• Fellow of European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - 2023

International Experiences

• Microsurgery Course, Microsurgery Research and Training Laboratory,  Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,  Columbia University,May 31 - June 03 , 2016. New York, USA.
• Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Surgery for the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service. December 11, 2017 –January 31, 2018. New York-USA.
• NYU Langone Health, The Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery. May 1-31, 2019. New York-USA

Professional Experience

• Ankara University School of Medicine Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department August 2012- August 2018
• Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital ,Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department  August 2018-2021
• Regen-IC Clinic Fulya/Istanbul – October 2021- Current

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
• June - July 2014 - Pediatric Surgery Rotation - Ankara University Medical Faculty, Department of Pediatric Surgery
• November - December 2015 - Anesthesiology Rotation - Ankara University Medical Faculty, Department of Anesthesiology
• December 2015 - January 2016 - Emergency Medicine Rotation - Ankara University Medical Faculty,  Department of Emergency Medicine
• January - February 2016 - Otorhinolaryngology Rotation - Ankara University Medical Faculty, Department of Otorhinolaryngology
• February - March 2016 - Orthopaedics Rotation - Ankara University Medical Faculty, Department of Orthopaedics

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.

Presentations in National Meetings

               1. Sezgic M, Celik B, Yigit P, Arslan E, Can Z. Sol El Dorsumunda Atipik Lokalizasyonda                Kavernöz Hemanjiom. 36. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 29       Ekim - 1 Kasım, 2014, Istanbul.

               2. Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Tuzlali Z, Kaya B, Gultan S.M, Serel S. Meme Küçültme Hastalarında      Preoperatif Görüntüleme Sonuçlarının Histopatolojik Tanılarla Uyumunun Karşılaştırılması.              38. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 27-30 Ekim, 2016, Antalya.

               3. Serel S, Aydinli Y, Tuzlali Z, Sezgic M, Kaygusuz G, Heper A.O. İmmün Yetmezlik Olmayan             Hastada İntestinal Lenfomanın Nadir Görülen İlk Bulgusu: Oral Kavitede Kronik Yara. 38. Türk      Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 27-30 Ekim, 2016, Antalya.

               4. Tuzlali Z, Sezgic M, Aydinli Y, Kaya B, Serel S. MHC Class-II Eksikliği Olan Hastaya Burun   Epitezi Uygulaması. 38. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 27-30    Ekim, 2016, Antalya.

               5. Sezgic M, Tuzlali Z, Aydinli Y, Serel S. Temporal Bölgede Yüzeyel Lipom Öntanısı ile Tanı       Alan Akciğer Kanseri. 38. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 27-30               Ekim, 2016, Antalya.

               6. Serel S, Uzun C, Tuzlali Z, Coruh A, Aydinli Y, Sezgic M. Diep Öncesi Çekilen BT Anjiografide       Saptanan Rastlantısal Pankreas Kanseri. 38. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi  Ulusal Kongresi, 27-30 Ekim, 2016, Antalya.

               7. Sezgic M, Aydinli Y, Tuzlali Z, Gultan S.G. Vertikal Skar Küçültme Mamoplastide Tekrarlayan        Dehisens olgusu: Limberg (Rhomboid) Flebi kullanımı. 38. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve              Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 27-30 Ekim, 2016, Antalya.

               8. Tuzlali Z, Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Serel S. Kısmi Kalınlıkta Deri Greft Donör Alanı                Komplikasyonu: Hipergranülasyon Olgu Sunumu. 38. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik  Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 27-30 Ekim, 2016, Antalya.

9. Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Tuzlali Z, Kaya B, Serel S. İndosiyanin Yeşili Floresans Video Anjiografi ile Deneyimlerimiz. 39. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 11-14 Ekim, 2017, Antalya.

10. Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Tuzlali Z, Kaya B, Serel S, Gultan SM. Nadir Bir Kimyasal Yanık Etkeni: Taze Sarımsak. 39. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 11-14 Ekim, 2017, Antalya.

11.Ozden S, Sezgic M, Aydinli Y, Kaya B. Malignite ile Karışabilen Nodüler Fasiit Olgusu. 39. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 11-14 Ekim, 2017, Antalya.

12. Sezgic M, Aydinli Y, Bayir SA, Can Z. Üst Dudakta Travma Sonrası Oluşan Skuamöz Hücreli Karsinom Olgusu. 39. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 11-14 Ekim, 2017, Antalya. 

13. Aydinli Y, Tuzlali Z, Sezgic M, Ozbek MR. Parmağın Az Görülen Yumuşak Doku Tümörü: Epidermal İnklüzyon Kisti. 39. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 11-14 Ekim, 2017, Antalya. 

14. Bayir SA, Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Can Z. Şüpheli Skar Zemininde Akut Gelişen Yassı Hücreli Karsinom Olgusu. 39. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 11-14 Ekim, 2017, Antalya.

15.Aydinli Y, Kaya B, Sezgic M. Antifibrotik Bir Ajan Olan Pirfenidonun Tendon İyileşmesi Üzerine Etkilerinin İncelenmesi. 40. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 17-21 Ekim, 2018, Antalya.

16. Sezgic M, Serel S, Aydinli Y, Heper A, Kirmizi BA. Poli-L-Laktik Asit Bileşenli Dermal Dolgunun Tendon İyileşmesi Üzerine Etkisi. 40. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 17-21 Ekim, 2018, Antalya.

17. Aydinli Y, Sezgic M, Serel S. Melanomda İmmünmodülasyon ve Hedeflenmiş Moleküler Tedaviler. 40. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 17-21 Ekim, 2018, Antalya.

18. Aydinli Y, Kaya B, Sezgic M. Postoperatif Dönemde Derin Ven Trombozu Ayırıcı Tanısında Baker Kisti. 40. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 17-21 Ekim, 2018, Antalya.

19. Karakol P, Tatar BE, Sezgic M, Uslu C, Bozkurt M. Alt ekstremite yaralanmalarına rejeneratif yaklaşım. 13. Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 13-16 Aralık, 2018, Antalya.

20. Karakol P, Tatar BE, Sezgic M, Uslu C, Bozkurt M. Buerger hastalığında kök hücre uygulaması. 13. Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 13-16 Aralık, 2018, Antalya.

21. Tatar BE, Karakol P, Sezgic M, Demirel O, Bozkurt M. Karpal Tünel Cerrahisinde Matriderm ve ’nin Etkileri. 41. Türk Plastik, Rekonstrüktif ve Estetik Cerrahi Ulusal Kongresi, 26-30 Ekim, 2019, Samsun.

22. Karakol P, Sezgic M. Sternotomi ve Koroner Bypass Cerrahisi sonrası sekonder doku defektlerinde Bilateral Pediküllü Pectoralis Major Kas Flebi uygulamalarımız. 14.Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 12-15 Aralık, 2019, Antalya.

23. Bozkurt M, Karakol P, Sezgic M. Baş-Boyun Yanıkları Sonrası Erken ve Geç Dönem Fraksiyone Lazer Uygulamalarının, Skar Modülasyonu ve Kozmetik Sonuçlara Etkisi. 14.Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 12-15 Aralık, 2019, Antalya.

24. Karakol P, Sezgic M. Fournier Gangreni Sonrası Doku Defekti Onarımlarında 5 Yıllık Klinik Deneyimimiz. 14.Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 12-15 Aralık, 2019, Antalya.

25. Sezgic M, Karakol P. Epizyotomi Insizyonlarında Yara Bakımı Yaklaşımımız. 14.Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 12-15 Aralık, 2019, Antalya.

26. Sezgic M, Karakol P. Parmakta, Saatler Içinde Oturan Gazlı Gangren Tablosu. 14.Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 12-15 Aralık, 2019, Antalya.

27. Karakol P, Sezgic M, Bozkurt M. İnsan Isırığı Sonrası Kulak Amputasyonları. 14.Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 12-15 Aralık, 2019, Antalya.

28. Karakol P, Sezgic M. Sirkumsizyon Sırasında Total Glans Penis Nekrozu. 14.Ulusal Yara Kongresi, 12-15 Aralık, 2019, Antalya.

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 KONJENİTAL 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-as-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 Platelet-Rich Fibrin, Curcumin and Ozone Among Oral Wound Healing Process. International Journal of Basic and Clinical Studies (IJBCS). 2021; 10(1): 16-27

Chapters in Books

1. Mehmet Bozkurt, Melihcan Sezgic, Percin Karakol, Can Uslu and Tevfik Balikci. Antioxidants, The Effect of Antioxidants on Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury in Flap Surgery. By Submitted: September 26th 2018. Reviewed: February 27th 2019. Published: July 19th 2019. DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.85500
2. Sezgiç M, Gültan SM. Meme küçültmenin tarihçesi. Savacı N, editör. Meme Küçültme. 1. Baskı. Ankara: Türkiye Klinikleri; 2021. p.13-8.
3. Mehmet Bozkurt, Melihcan Sezgic, Percin Karakol. Yanık Skarlarının Fizyopatolojisi. Yanık - Medikal ve Cerrahi Tedavi Uygulamaları ve Bakım Yönetimi. 1.Baskı. Antalya:  Nobel Kitabevi; 2022.p.473
4. Melihcan Sezgic, Percin Karakol, Mehmet Bozkurt.Mikrovasküler Teknik ve Kompozit Doku Transferi. Yanık - Medikal ve Cerrahi Tedavi Uygulamaları ve Bakım Yönetimi. 1.Baskı. Antalya:  Nobel Kitabevi; 2022.p.527
5. Percin Karakol, Melihcan Sezgic, Mehmet Bozkurt. Baş-Boyun Rekonstrüksiyonu. Yanık - Medikal ve Cerrahi Tedavi Uygulamaları ve Bakım Yönetimi. 1.Baskı. Antalya:  Nobel Kitabevi; 2022.p.535

He was born in 1987 in Denizli. He completed his primary, secondary and high school education in Denizli. After his high school education, he started his medical education at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. After graduating from university, he received his Plastic Surgery branch training at Istanbul University Capa Medical Faculty and worked as a Plastic Surgery Assistant there.

Semerci, who worked in institutions such as Ordu State Hospital and Giresun Private Ada Hospital, most recently worked as a Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist at Happy Esthetic Clinic. With over 10 years of plastic surgery experience, Dr. Gökhan Semerci speaks advanced English. Gökhan Semerci, who received advanced training on Microsurgery in Switzerland, took on a role in the training of new Plastic Surgeons as well as his personal development in this process.

As 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.