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Op. Dr. Ali Çetinkaya

Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Specialist

I started my specialization training at the University of Health Sciences, Ankara Training and Research Hospital’s Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Department in 2012.

During my residency, I had ample opportunities to experience and perform a variety of aesthetic, reconstructive, and microsurgical procedures.

In 2014, I qualified for international proficiency in microsurgery after attending the International Microsurgery Course in Monza, Italy.

In 2015, as part of an international health service initiative organized by the Ministry of Health, I spent 10 days in Uzbekistan, where I performed numerous surgeries on cleft lips/palates and burn patients.

I have further enhanced my skills by participating in various domestic and international conventions and courses.

In 2017, I completed my specialization and received the title of Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery.

Between 2017 and 2019, I worked at Aydın Atatürk Hospital, where I performed numerous aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries.

I also gained three years of experience in private clinics and aesthetic surgery hospitals in Aydın and Istanbul.

Since 2022, I have been working at my own private practice in Nisantası, Istanbul.

I am fluent in English and have an intermediate level of German.

I am a member of the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), the Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association (TPRECD), the Turkish Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association (TEPCD), and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Courses and Congresses I Attended

• 7 – 9  Kasım 2013                   Makale Hazırlama ve Sunum Kursu, Ankara
• 7 Kasım – 9 Kasım 2013       7. Cerrahi Araştırma Kongresi, Ankara
• 24 – 27 April 2014 6th National Reconstructive Microsurgery Association Congress,Antalya
• 21 – 24 October 2014 Microsurgery Course Monza University Hospital. Neurosurgery Department Microsurgery Laboratory, Monza (Italy)
• 3 – 4 April 2015 9. Basic Hand Surgery Course, Ankara
• 10 – 11 April 2015 Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema Symposium, Ankara
• 17 September – 20 September 2015th 9th Congress of the Balkan Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Thessaloniki (Greece) Selanik (Yunanistan)
• 7 -18 December 2015 Experimental Animals Use Certificate Course, Ankara
• 2 April 2016 Breast Cancer Treatment Complications Course, Ankara
• 9 – 10 April 2016 TPRECD 9. Rhinoplasty Course, Ankara
• 5 – 7 May 2016 TPRECD 2. Facial Aesthetics Course, Ankara
• 1 – 5 April 2017 10. Plastic Surgery Assistant School, Antalya
• 12 – 15 April 2017 Nazım Çerkes Open Rhinoplasty Live Surgery Course, Istanbul
• 2 – 4 June 2017 İstanbul Rhinoplasty Workshop
• 11 – 14 October 2017 39th Congress of Turkish Plastic Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgery Association, Antalya
• 17-21October 2018 39th Congress of Turkish Plastic Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgery Association, Antalya
• 7-10 June 2018 TPRECD 10th Rhinoplasty Course and 4th Facial Aesthetics Course, İzmir
• 29 November-1 December 2018 Preservation Rhinoplasty Course, Istanbul
• 12-13 January 2018 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association 23rd National Congress, Istanbul
• 7-9 March 2018 Bergamo to Istanbul Rhinoplasty Live Surgery Meeting, Istanbul
• 2-3 May 2019 Microlift and Cell Course with Live Surgeries, Istanbul
• 4 May 2019 Dr. Serdar Eren Facelift Surgery Workshop, Istanbul
• 20-23 June 2019 11th International Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course and ISAPS Course, Istanbul
• 7-9 Kasım 2019 Bosphorus Breast Surgery Course by Dr. Akin Yucel, Istanbul
• 16-17 Kasım 2019 Aesthetic Surgery School, Istanbul
• 13-15 Aralık 2019 Istanbul Live Surgery Rhinoplasty Course, Istanbul
• January 2021 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association 26th National Congress, Istanbul
• June 2021 13th International Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course and ISAPS Course, Istanbul
• November 2022 Aestheticstanbul Symposium

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• Member, Association of The International Society

of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

• Member, Association of Turkish Society of Plastic

Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

• Member, Association of Turkish Society of

Aesthetic Surgery.

• Member, Association of Society Hand and

Microsurgery

Op.Dr HikmetYıldırım ÖZTÜRK

Highly skilled Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon with extensive background in Medical Surgery.

Proven success coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve Aesthetic targets.

Uses research-based techniques and cutting-edge instruments to improve specialised

Body Contouring, Liposuction, BBL, Breast Aesthetics, Rhinoplasty.)

SKILLS

• COSMETIC SURGERIES

These surgeries are performed to improve the aesthetic appearance of certain body

features. Examples include rhinoplasty (nose reshaping), breast augmentation,

facelift, liposuction, and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck).

• RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERIES

These surgeries aim to restore function and form to body parts that have been

damaged due to injury, trauma, congenital disabilities, or medical conditions. This

may involve procedures such as breast reconstruction after mastectomy, scar

revision, cleft lip and palate repair, and hand surgery.

• BURN AND WOUND CARE

Plastic surgeons are often involved in the treatment of burn injuries and managing

complex wounds. They use techniques such as skin grafting and tissue expansion to

restore the affected areas.

• MICROSURGERY

This specialized technique involves delicate procedures using microscopes and

precision instruments to repair intricate structures like blood vessels, nerves, and

lymph nodes. It is commonly used in reconstructive surgeries, such as breast

reconstruction using autologous tissue flaps.

• CRANIOFACIAL SURGERY

Plastic surgeons specializing in craniofacial surgery focus on correcting

abnormalities and deformities in the skull, face, and jaws. This includes procedures for

cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis (premature fusion of skull bones), and facial

trauma reconstruction.

EXPERIENCE

PLASTIC, AESTHETIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON PRIVATE PRACTICE

ISTANBUL, TURKIYE

2022/01 - CURRENT

• A private practice plastic surgeon is a medical professional who operates their own independent clinic

or surgical center, where they provide various aesthetic surgical procedures to patients. He works in

collaboration with the best hospitals in İstanbul/Turkey. He accepts patients in his private practice

specializing in Aesthetic Surgery.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR HEALTH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY - ISTANBUL, TURKIYE

2022/01 - 2020/02

• Maintained extensive knowledge in current research, ensuring teaching met academic standards.

• Delivered engaging lectures, seminars and tutorials, increasing class productivity.

RESIDENT DOCTOR SISLI ETFAL TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

ISTANBUL, TURKIYE

2017/08 - 2012/07

• Performed procedures specified by each programme director while under the direct supervision of attending

physicians.

• Conducted patient examinations to gain an understanding of signs, symptoms and determine diagnosis,

taking samples when needed.

• Carried out consultations with patients to gain thorough knowledge of symptoms, issues and concerns to

determine next course of action.

CLINICAL FELLOW IN PLASTIC SURGERY CHANG GUNG MEMORIAL

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAIPEI, TAIWAN

2016/06 - 2016/01

• Attended conferences to learn about new research and present findings.

MEDICAL STUDENTISTANBUL UNIVERSITY CERRAHPASA MEDICAL SCHOOL

ISTANBUL, TURKIYE

2011/12 - 2005/09

• Enhanced knowledge in medical best practices by proactively taking part in all medical activities as

assigned by lead doctors.

MEDICAL STUDENTCLEVELAND CLINIC - OHIO, USA

2011/08 - 2011/04

• Discussed treatment options with patient and their families along with supervising doctor.

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.

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.

Emine Handan Simsek TURAN M.D. was born in 1989, Antalya / Turkey. She graduated from Antalya Anatolian High School in 2007. She studied at Akdeniz University School of Medicine between 2007-2013. In 2011 , she studied at RWTH Aachen University in Germany for one year with an exchange programme. She started her residency in Ear, Nose , Throat & Head and Neck Surgery at Antalya Research and Training Hospital in 2014. After two years she changed her residency department and started to Plastic , Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery department at the same hospital in 2016 . She worked as an observer in Lavender Clinic in Vietnam to gain more experience on eyelid surgery and nose surgery.

After completing her residency , she worked for 2 years in Antalya Research and Training Hospital for mandatory government work. She currently examines her patients in her own clinic located in the center of Antalya. Her surgical interests include; rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, breast surgeries, abdominoplasty and facial reshaping surgeries.

Born in Ankara, Doctor Can Bey completed his primary and secondary education at Ted College and then received his high school education at Robert College in Istanbul. In addition to his English education at Robert College, he improved himself by taking painting, sculpture and photography lessons. After a rich high school life of 5 years, he studied at Istanbul Medical Faculty, Capa Medicine, and received the title of medical doctor. By making a degree in the specialty examination in medicine, he was entitled to receive specialization training in the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Istanbul Health Sciences University. Starting from his medical school years, he went to many countries and did an internship and increased his professional knowledge. These countries are Egypt (Cairo), Spain (Madrid), the Netherlands (Gröningen), Portugal (Lisbon), Austria (Stolzalpe) and the United States (Los Angeles, Chicago).

In the world of Plastic Reconstructive &

Aesthetic Surgery, one name shines

brightly - Ass. Prof. Dr. Julia Demiran.

With a passion for transforming lives

and restoring confidence, Dr. Demiran

has carved a remarkable path in her

field, leaving a trail of satisfied patients

and groundbreaking research in her

wake.

Her journey began at Istanbul University,

where the seeds of curiosity were sown.

Inspired by the possibilities of plastic

surgery, she delved deeper, pursuing her

studies at Kocaeli University Medical

Faculty. It was there that she embarked

on an ambitious research project,

comparing triangular flap techniques

and microsurgical anastomosis with

varying diameters. Her groundbreaking

master's thesis earned her accolades

and set the stage for a brilliant career.

But Dr. Demiran's journey did not stop at the lab. Armed with knowledge and a

burning desire to make a tangible difference, she embarked on a professional

odyssey. From the Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Department

at Kocaeli University Medical Faculty to Tunceli Government Hospital, her

expertise blossomed, shaping her into the exceptional surgeon she is today.

Recognizing her impact and dedication, YenI Yüzyil University Gaziosmanpasa

Hospital welcomed Dr. Demiran as an esteemed Ass. Prof. Dr. In this role, she

not only honed her skills but also took on the mantle of a mentor, guiding and

inspiring aspiring medical professionals.

Dr. Demiran's success lies not only in her academic accomplishments but in

the lives she has transformed. Patient after patient has experienced the touch

of her skilled hands and the warmth of her compassionate heart. Through her

unwavering commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the

emotional significance of her work, she has become a beacon of hope for

those seeking to regain their confidence and reclaim their lives.

A1-Febuary 2009: Burns Course and Workshop (GATA)

A2-April 4 :2009. Basic Microsurgery course and Reconstructive

Microsurgery Association

A3-May 4 :2009. Maxillofacial course&workshop (GATA)

A4-October 2009: Nasal endoscopy and functional nasal surgery course

(31. Turkish Plastic, and Reconsructive National Congress Ulusal)

A5-October 2009: Peripheral nerve and

microvascular surgery course. (31. Turkish Plastic, and Reconsructive

National Congress Ulusal)

A6-May 3 :2010. Rinoplasty Course (Dokuz Eylül University)

Ass. Prof.Dr.

Jale Özdemir

Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon

PROFESSIONAL MEETINGS

B1-November 3 :2007. National Reconstructive and Microsurgery Congress

Mikrocerrahi (Istanbul)

B2-October 31 :2009. Turkish Plastic and Reconstructive National Congress

(Adana)

B3-December 2009: Winter Meetings (Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa

Medical Faculty)

B4-November 2010: Current approaches to Breast Surgery and Aesthetic

(Acıbadem University)

B5-May 2011: Plastik Surgery Special Joint Meeting (Co-sponsored by Mayo

Clinic, Selçuk University)

B6- March 2016: Cardiopulmonary resusutation (Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University

Gaziosmanpasa Hospital)

Surgeon Ekrem Keskin was born in 1986 in Istanbul. He completed his education at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 2010, and was awarded the title of Medical Doctor. During his residency training he was instructed in nose, facial and breast aesthetics under the supervision of James Zins, MD and Raffi Gurunluoglu, MD, at Cleveland Clinic Plastic and Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, Cleveland, OHIO-USA in 2016. After 5 years of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery training, he completed his specialization and became a Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist.

Experience:

‣ Çorum State Hospital (Compulsory Service) – 1982 to 1984
‣ Ankara Numune Hospital Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic (Assistant) – 1984 to 1985
‣ Ege University Hospital Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic (Research Assistant) – 1985 to 1991
‣ Ege University Hospital Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist – 1991 to 1992
‣ Private Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic – 1992 to 2022
‣ EMOT Plus Hospital – 2022 to present

Education:

‣ İzmir Namık Kemal İlkokulu
‣ İzmir Hacı Şakir Eczacıbaşı Ortaokulu
‣ Ankara Fen Lisesi
‣ Ege Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi – 1976 to 1982

Surgery Specialist Operator Doctor Mohmmed Hilu . After completing his primary, secondary and high school education in istanbul with honors, he studied at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine between 2012 and 2017 and became a doctor. Aesthetics, microsurgery, congenital (congenital) anomalies, burn treatment and surgery, facial fractures, hand surgery, tissue transplants, head and neck surgery, neuromuscular transplants, surgical and non-surgical plastic surgery at the Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Istanbul University began his education. Plastic surgeon Facial plastic surgeon Breast surgeon Plastic and Reconstructive Aesthetic Transplantation. In 2012, PENTOXYPHILL IN LOWER EPIGASTRIC ISLAND VENOUS ICHEMIA MODEL OF FLEPS RATS AND He received the title of Specialist in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery by submitting his experimental study thesis on the EVALUATION OF ISCHEMIC DAMAGE BY USING SINGLE AND JOINT N-ACETYLCYSTEINE. After completing his education, he received postgraduate training in vaser liposuction, rhinoplasty, breast aesthetics, facial and body aesthetic modeling, male and female aesthetics, surgical and non-surgical aesthetics at Adıyaman Training and Research Hospital. He continued his studies in aesthetic surgery, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation aesthetics (breast), abdominoplasty, hair transplantation, liposuction (liposuction), vaser liposuction, youthful appearance with and without surgery, anti-aging, hair and eyebrows. SYMPOSIUM, CONGRESS AND COURSES Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 16th National Congress, 2017 ISTANBUL Bahçeşehir University Cell Symposium, 2017 ISTANBUL Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 19th National Congress 2021 ISTANBUL Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 20th National Congress 2021 ISTANBUL 12th Cerrahpaşa Plastic Surgery Days 'Breast Reconstruction' - 2022 I. Plastic Surgery Assistant Basic Training Course -2023 39th Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association National Congress - 2024 ISAPS Course – TURKEY 10th Eurasian International Aesthetic Course with Live Surgeries - 2024 Preservation Rhinoplasty Course - 2024 Professional Memberships Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association

12th Cerrahpaşa Plastic Surgery Days 'Breast Reconstruction' - 2012 I. Plastic Surgery Assistant Basic Training Course -2013 39th Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association National Congress - 2014 I. Obesity Surgery Symposium - 2014 Bezmialem Vakıf University Experimental Animals Use Certificate Training - 2014 ISAPS Course – TURKEY 10th Eurasian International Aesthetic Course with Live Surgeries - 2014 Preservation Rhinoplasty Course - 2014 Professional Memberships Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association

Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Nose Aesthetics Operations (Rhinoplasty)....

Breast Aesthetics Operations (Reduction, Enlargement and Lifting)...

Fat Removal Operations (Liposuction)...

Abdominal Stretching Operations (Tummy Tuck)...

Eyelid Operations (Blepharoplasty)....

Eyebrow Lift Operations...

Face Lift Operations.... Fat Injections

Facial surgery

Microsurgery

Aesthetic surgery

Skin cancers

Breast aesthetics

Congenital facial anomalies

Reconstructive surgery

Born in 1979 in Iskenderun, The Yunus Kaplan Private Clinic was founded ,a renowned otorhinolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat specialist) who has specialized in facial aesthetics for more than 15 years in Istanbul ,After graduating from; Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine in 2001,YunusKaplan left the Department of ENT at Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine as an expert in 2009. Afterwards,he Worked in the following hospitals,respectively;

Job history ;

• Cizre State Hospital 2009–2011
• Private Batman World Hospital  2011-2013
• Private Istanbul Hospital 2013-2015
• Medipol Hospital 2015-2016
• Intermed Nisantasi Clinic  2018-2020
• Yunus Kaplan Private Clinic 2016-
• As of 2016,one of the doyens of the Rhinoplasty community.He worked with Rhinoplasty Master and Rhinoplasty School founder Op.Dr. Süreyya Şeneldir.(2016-2018)

He is a member of many associations, such as the Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Society, the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery (EAFPS), and the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association.

Treatments : Primary Rhinoplasty, Piezo Rhinoplasty, Ethnic Rhinoplasty, Revision Rhinoplasty, Tip plasty

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