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Dr. Kadriye İpek Uzunoglu is among the best cosmetic and plastic surgeons serving patients at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. Also, she is one of the top-rated revision rhinoplasty surgeons. 

• Since 2025 –Aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey
• 2024 -2025  Aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Baypark Hospital in Turkey
• 2024 - 2024  Aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Bagcılar Legal Training and Research Hospital in Turkey
• 2021 - 2024  Aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Konya City Hospital in Turkey
• 2018 - 2021  Aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Konya Legal Training and Research Hospital in Turkey
• 2017 - 2018  Aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Sivas City Hospital in Turkey
• 2011 - 2017 Aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Sivas Republıc University  Hospital in Turkey
• 2011 - 2011 Emergency Dr in Resadiye  Hospital  University  Hospital in Turkey
• 2010 - 2011 Emergency Dr in Tokat  Hospital  University  Hospital in Turkey

Education

• 2011 - 2017  The Faculty of Medicine, Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Sivas Republic  University , Specialization Training
• 2015 - 2015   University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery (Observer, August-November 2015)
• 2003 - 2010   The Faculty of Medicine at Samsun  University, Medical Doctor Training.

Additional training

• Cumhuriyet University Laboratory Animal Usage Certificate Course
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• • TPRECD 45th National Congress
• • TPRECD 8th Rhinoplasty Course
• • TPRECD 1st Facial Aesthetics
• • TPRECD Winter Symposium 2016,
• • EPCD 20th National Congress
• • RMCD XIXth Basic Microsurgery Course
• • TPRCD 9th Plastic Surgery School
• • EPCD 28th National Congress
• • TPRECD XIIIth Rhinoplasty and VIth Facial Aesthetics Course

Membership in organizations

• • Turkish Medical Association
• • Turkish Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Association
• • Turkish Aesthetic Surgery Association
• • Women Physicians Education Support Foundation

Dr. Derya Bingöl is an award-winning plastic and reconstructive surgeon with 15+ years of experience. She holds the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Certificate and performs 150-200 aesthetic operations annually. She is a co-founder of D'best Clinic, has written 21 scientific works, and is a member of The Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association.

EXPERIENCE
2022 – Present, Istanbul, Türkiye
AREL UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor (PhD)

2018 – Present, Istanbul, Türkiye
MEMORIAL BAHÇELIEVLER HOSPITAL
Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery

2019 – 2021, Istanbul, Türkiye
AYDIN UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor (PhD)

2017 – 2019, Istanbul, Türkiye
ALTINBAŞ UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor (PhD)

EDUCATION
2012 – 2017, Ankara, Türkiye
BAŞKENT UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Residency in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery

2005 – 2011, Istanbul, Türkiye
ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, CERRAHPAŞA FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Medical Doctor (M.D.)

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

13 scientific articles published in national and international journals

32 oral or poster presentations at national and international congresses

46 additional oral or poster presentations at congresses

9 experimental and clinical research studies (as Principal Investigator and Researcher)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Turkish Medical Association (TTB)

Istanbul Medical Chamber

Turkish Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity (EPCD)

International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (TPRECD)

TRAININGS, COURSES, AND CONFERENCES ATTENDED

September 2022: ISAPS World Congress 2022

May 2021: ISAPS Hair Transplantation Course

March 2021: Koç University SANERC Wound Care Course

February 2020: Prof. Dr. Arman Çağdaş Winter Symposium – "All About the Nose"

June 2018: TPRECD XI. Rhinoplasty & IX. Facial Aesthetics Course

May 2018: 29th EURAPS Annual Meeting, Melia Castilla Hotel, Madrid, Spain

May 2018: 16th National Turkish Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Congress, Colossae Thermal Hotel, Pamukkale-Denizli, Türkiye

2013–2017: Attended 14 national/international congresses

CERTIFICATES

Aesthetic and Beauty Procedures on Face and Body using Laser, IPL, Radiofrequency, and Ultrasound-Based Devices

Dermal Filler and Neurotoxin Injections

Mesotherapy, Dermaroller, PRP Applications, and Skincare

Minimally Invasive Techniques Course

Aesthetic Breast Surgery Course

The Louisville Microsurgery Course

Acute Hand Injuries Course

Hand Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Course

Laboratory Animal Practices and Ethics Course

EXPERIENCE

2019 - Currently, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL BAHÇELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist

2015 - Currently, Istanbul/Istanbul/Turkey

BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Faculty Member

2009 - 2009, /ABD

JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY

Faculty Member

2008 - 2008, /Sweden

UPPSALA UNIVERSITY

Faculty Member

2000 - 2015, Kocaeli/Kocaeli/Turkey

KOCAELI UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Faculty Member

EDUCATION

2015

PROFESSOR

2009

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

1992 - 1999, Antalya/Turkey

MEDITERRANEAN UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Expertise Training

1985 - 1991, Ankara/Turkey

ANKARA UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Medical Doctor Training

SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

Over 170 scientific presentations and speeches at national and international scientific meetings

51 scientific articles, 33 of which are international

Author of 6 books and book chapters

3 TUBITAK projects

2 TUBITAK science incentive awards

Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Research Competition 2nd Prize

Abdominal fascial flaps to provide complete implant coverage in one-stage breast reconstruction: an autologous solution

Preoperative colour Doppler evaluation in the planning of gluteal perforator flaps

A new application to increase breast projection in free breast graft reduction mammoplasty

A new application for the repair of penile skin defect; anterior scrotal artery flap

Use of botulinum toxin for correction of asymmetric crying faces

A useful tool for W-plasty design in the excision of irregular lesions

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Turkish Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association

International Society of Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Kocaeli Breast Diseases Research and Treatment Association

Turkish Medical Informatics Association

Interplast Turkey Association

Balkan Association of Plastic Reconstuctive Aesthetic. Surgery

The AO Foundation AO CMF

MEDICALEXPERIENCE

2025 -Present

MEMORIAL ATAŞEHİR HOSPITAL

Aesthetic,Plastic and Reconstructiv eSurgery Specialist

2021- 2024

ISTANBUL SURGICAL HOSPITAL

Department of Aesthetic,Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

2018- 2021

ESTETİKI NTERNATIONAL

Department of Aesthetic,Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

2018- 2022

YENİ YÜZYIL UNIVERSITY GAZİOSMANPAŞA HOSPITAL

Assistant Professor Doctor /İstanbul,Turkey

2013 - 2015

TUNCELİ STATE HOSPITAL

Specialist Doctor /Tunceli,Turkey

2013 - 2013

KOCAELİUNIVERSITYFACULTY OFMEDICINE

Department of Aesthetic,Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

2015 - 2017

YENİ YÜZYIL UNIVERSITY GAZİOSMANPAŞA HOSPITAL

Assistant Professor Doctor

2006- 2013

KOCAELİ UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Department of Aesthetic,Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

1996- 2003

KOCAELİ  UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE

1995 -1996

Attended 10 professional meetings/conferences

7 national congress proceeding sand publications

3 scientific articles published in International Journals

3 scientific articles publishedi n National Journals

17 Vocational courses-certificates received

Board-Certified,Turkish Board of Plasticand Reconstructive

Surgery

Memberof Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic

Surgery Association

Member of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association

Memberof Turkish Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery

Member of Affiliation with Yeni Yüzyıl University

Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital

SPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

• Microsurgery
• Cleft lip
• Burn emergency
• Maxillofacial surgery
• Aesthetic surgery
• Tumor surgery
• Nerve injuries
• Reconstructive surgery

EDUCATIONAL BACKGORUND

INONU UNIVERSITY SUBSPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

2010-2014

FACULTY OF MEDICINE

INONU UNIVERSITY SPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

2002-2007

FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DIVISION OF SURGICAL MEDICINE SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

INONU UNIVERSITY SPECIALTY IN MEDICINE

2002-2007

FACULTY OF MEDICINE/DIVISION OF SURGICAL MEDICINE SCIENCES/DEPARTMENT OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Thesis name: Analysis of the long-term results of four different techniques with a new method in patients who underwent a reduction mammoplasty (2007) Thesis Supervisor: (ALI GÜRLEK)

POSITIONS

• PROFESSOR

2019 İNÖNÜ ÜNİVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE

• ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

2013 İNÖNÜ ÜNİVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE

• EDUCATION COORDINATOR

2011 İNÖNÜ ÜNİVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE

• ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

2008

INONU UNIVERSITY/FACULTY OF MEDICINE, DIVISION OF SURGICAL MEDICINE SCIENCES, DEPARTMENT OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

MANAGED THESES

2014

ΑΥΤΕΚΙΝ ΑΗΜET HAMDI, (2014). Comparison of the effects of PRP and hyaluronic acid injections into allogeneic vascular graft on nerve regeneration in the treatment of peripheral nerve defects, Inonü University->Faculty of Medicine->Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

2012

GEYİK YILMAZ, (2012). Comparison of reconstruction methods, where vessel, and cartilage grafts are used, in peripheral nerve injuries and analysis of a new technique, İnönü University->Faculty of Medicine->Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery     

PROJECT TASKS

*Effects of Chrysin on burn wound healing, 1st scientific research project, which is supported by Higher Education Institutions, Researcher: FIRAT CEMAL, Researcher: OĞUZTÜRK HAKAN, Coordinator: TURTAY MUHAMMETGÖKHAN, Researcher: ÇİFTÇİ OSMAN, 01:092013-Glucan treatment prevents progressive burn ischaemia in the zone of stasis and improves burn healing. An experimental study in rats Firat C Samdanci E Erbatur S Aytekin AH AK M Turtay MG

Coban YK Burns 2012 Mar 31 Inönü University Scientific Research Project Responsible coordinator, BAP, Supervisor, 2010-2014 (ΝΑΤΙΟNAL) Cerium nitrate treatment prevents progressive tissue necrosis in the zone of stasis following burn

Eski M Ozer F Firat C Alhan D Arsian N Senturk T İşik S Burns 2012 Mar 38 2 2839 Epub 2011 Oct 19 Ankara Gulhane Military Medical Academy Scientific Research Project Researcher, BAP, Researcher, 2010-2011 (NATIONAL)

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

Dr. Aysel Paşazade began her medical education in 2010 at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and completed her degree in 2016. She started working in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Bursa Uludağ University Hospital in 2018, where she deepened her clinical and academic experience under a university hospital setting.

After years of advanced surgical training and hands-on clinical work, she completed her specialization in 2023 and officially received the title of “Specialist Doctor” in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

Throughout her medical career, Dr. Paşazade has consistently invested in her professional development, attending numerous training programs, surgical symposiums and international congresses. These include the 7th Istanbul Rhinoplasty Live Surgery Course and the Face to Face Istanbul 2024 International Surgery Congress, both of which reflect her commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation in aesthetic surgery.

She is a member of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association (EPCD) and actively contributes to the aesthetic medicine community through both academic and practical channels.

Fluent in Turkish, English, Russian and Azerbaijani, Dr. Paşazade is able to communicate comfortably with patients from diverse backgrounds. Her approach combines artistic vision with medical precision, a perspective also reflected in her personal passion for painting — a hobby through which she expresses her sense of harmony, proportion and creativity.

Dr. Çağatay Öner graduated from the English Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa in 2014. He began his specialization in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery in 2015 and successfully completed his residency at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital in 2020.

In 2019, he participated in an observership program in Germany, where he had the opportunity to expand his clinical experience and knowledge specifically in aesthetic surgery. This international exposure deepened his understanding of European surgical techniques and patient care standards.

Between 2020 and 2022, Dr. Öner worked at Şırnak State Hospital, where he performed a wide range of reconstructive and cosmetic procedures, serving a diverse patient population and further refining his surgical skills.

He has authored several publications in national and international scientific journals and remains committed to academic and professional development within the field of plastic surgery.

Dr. Öner is a certified member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (TPRECD) and the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS). He is fluent in Turkish, English and French, and he continues to perform both surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures with a focus on natural-looking outcomes and patient-centered care.

Beyond the operating room, Dr. Öner is passionate about nature photography, skiing, scuba diving and trekking, which reflect his attention to detail and appreciation for precision in both his professional and personal life.

Dr. Mert Sızmaz graduated from the English Department of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's most reputable medical schools. He completed his specialty training in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, where he built a solid foundation in both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures.

In 2019, he participated in an observership program in the United States, gaining valuable international exposure. During his time abroad, he had the opportunity to observe and experience numerous surgeries at Tampa General Hospital, a major academic medical center known for its advanced surgical training.

Following his return to Turkey, Dr. Sızmaz completed his compulsory state service at Kars Harakani State Hospital. Throughout his career, he has contributed to the field with several publications in both national and international medical journals.

He joined the surgical team at Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Hospital in 2023, where he continues to provide a wide range of cosmetic procedures to both local and international patients. Fluent in Turkish, English and French, Dr. Sızmaz communicates effectively with a diverse global patient base, offering a calm, clear and compassionate consultation style.

Dr. Can Zeliha Gül completed her medical education at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) in 2011. She began her professional surgical career by specializing in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, where she trained from 2011 to 2017.

Following her residency, she served as a plastic surgeon at Gaziantep Nizip State Hospital between 2017 and 2019, providing both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures to a wide range of patients.

From 2019 to 2021, she joined the team at Vanity Cosmetic Surgery, where she honed her skills in advanced aesthetic procedures. Her work during this period significantly deepened her expertise in aesthetic breast surgery, body contouring, and facial rejuvenation.

In August 2023, Dr. Gül returned to Vanity Hospital, where she now continues to serve as a board-certified plastic surgeon, offering high-quality care and results-driven treatment plans. Her approach to aesthetic and reconstructive surgery is deeply patient-centered, aiming to improve not only physical appearance but overall quality of life.

She is a member of several professional societies, including the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (TPRECD), the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association (EPCD), the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), the Facial Plastic Surgery Society (FPCD), and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). She is also certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS).

Dr. Gül has been actively performing surgeries since 2017 and is fluent in both Turkish and English. Her practice covers a full range of cosmetic procedures.

Dr. Barış Kanık began his medical education at Dokuz Eylül University in 2009 and completed his training in 2015. In 2017, he started working as a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital, one of Istanbul’s major training and research institutions.

In 2022, he was appointed to Çankırı State Hospital, where he completed his compulsory medical service between 2022 and 2024. Throughout his career, he has consistently pursued professional development by participating in advanced training programs and earning certifications in microsurgery, reconstructive surgery and aesthetic techniques.

He holds certifications from the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS), the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (TPRECD), the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), and the Turkish Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.

Dr. Kanık joined Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Hospital in August 2024. His surgical focus includes a wide range of both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, guided by a patient-centered and detail-oriented approach. Fluent in both Turkish and English, he communicates clearly with international patients and builds trust through transparency and care.

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Kanık is passionate about playing electric guitar, growing plants and cycling — interests that reflect his calm, creative and disciplined personality.

Dr. Güray Yeşiladalı graduated from the esteemed Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. During his medical studies, he was awarded the prestigious Turkish-German Medical Association Scholarship, which enabled him to continue part of his education at Giessen University in Germany.

Following medical school, he completed his Plastic Surgery residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul, where he began developing his expertise in both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.

He later expanded his international experience by being accepted as an International Fellow at the University of Wisconsin’s Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the United States. There, he not only refined his surgical skills but also gained deep insight into global communication and patient management practices.

Since beginning his surgical practice in 2006, Dr. Yeşiladalı has performed well over 10,000 cosmetic procedures with a consistent weekly average of 15 surgeries. 

In 2016, he founded Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Hospital, now one of Istanbul’s most recognized private institutions for aesthetic medicine, welcoming thousands of international patients each year.