Best Threads Lifting plastic surgeons: TOP 30 doctors

Medical School Residency : Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine (2002-2008) Palermo University, Italy (2007) : Ankara University Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Ankara, Turkey (2009-2014) Philadelphia Ear, Nose and Throat Associates; The Voice Foundation, Philadelphia, USA (November 2013) Medical University of Graz Division of Phoniatrics, Graz, AUSTRIA (October 2014) Work Experience : Van State Hospital, Turkey (December 2014 – January 2016)Fulya Acibadem Hospital Istanbul, Turkey (January 2016 – Present) Phd Thesis Languages : “Epidemiologic, clinical, prognostic evaluation and acoustic analysis of dysphonia patients who apply to Ankara University ORL HNS department” : English, Italian

Dr. Rocco Cerra is a specialist in plastic, reconstructive, and oncological surgery. He has over 35 years of experience. From 1993 to 2019, he worked as Dirigente Primo Livello at the Istituto Nazionale Tumori “Fondazione G. Pascale” in Naples. During this time, he performed more than 15,000 surgeries in public healthcare and over 2,700 in international and private settings. His main areas of expertise are breast reconstruction after mastectomy, microvascular surgery, and tissue regeneration.

Dr. Cerra is now the Scientific Director of SGBG Suisse General Biomedical Group SA. He oversees centers in Switzerland, Italy, and Dubai, and leads research in regenerative medicine. He has managed international projects on stem cell therapy and medical devices for body contouring. Dr. Cerra has written over 60 scientific publications and has presented at 84 national and international congresses. He graduated with honors in Medicine and General Surgery from the University of Naples.

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)

Dr. Jung Young Choon is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the Founder and Head Surgeon of HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea, one of Seoul’s most respected plastic surgery clinics specializing in anti-aging, contouring, and stem cell-based regenerative procedures. With an extensive academic background and decades of clinical experience, Dr. Jung is widely recognized in both domestic and international medical communities as a leader in the field of aesthetic surgery.

Throughout his career, Dr. Jung has become a leading specialist in anti-aging surgeries, such as facelifts, MACS lifts, thread lifts, and fat grafting for both the face and body. His skillset also extends to body contouring and body filler procedures, where he is known for his meticulous technique and artistry in creating subtle, elegant transformations that enhance natural anatomy rather than alter it. His work emphasizes individualized treatment, tailoring every procedure to each patient’s unique facial and body structure, concerns, and aesthetic goals.

Education & Training

• Specialist in Plastic Surgery
• Graduated from Yonsei University Medical School
• Former Professor of Plastic Surgery, Yonsei University Medical School

Academic Positions

• President of HERSHE Plastic Surgery
• The 31st Vice Chairman of Yonsei University's Alumni Association (June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2026)
• Director of IPSTC Seoul Center, International Institute for Cosmetic Research and Development
• Former President of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Plastic Surgery (MIPS)

Professional Memberships

• Full Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• Member of the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Full Member of Korea Cosmetic Surgery
• Member of the Korean Society of Ocular Surgery
• Vice Chairman of Korea-Japan Cosmetic Society
• Audit Member of PENTA-A Anatomy Research Society

Consultant & Advisory Roles

• Consultant to Allergan (BOTOX)
• Plastic Surgery Advisor for GELDERMA’s Lestylene Filler
• Plastic Surgery Advisor for LUTRONIC’s ACCULPT Laser
• Asia Consultant for HUMANMED (Germany) HAVESTJET

Publications & Academic Contributions

• Co-author of Minimal Invasive Molding (MIPS) – History and Principles of Threadlifting, 2015
• Co-author of Master of New Korean Beauty Plastic Surgery 18(II) – Facial and Body Correction Using Melting Thread, 2018
• Thesis: Gluteal Soft-Tissue Repositioning Using Polydioxane Threads (presented at ASDS)

HERSHE Plastic Surgery has secured patents for the process of producing and cultivating growth factors from adipose-derived stem cells, ensuring a scientifically validated and proprietary approach to regenerative medicine. With this technology, Dr. Jung and his research team have created a suite of personalized stem cell-based programs, including Adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) program and SVF (Stromal Vascular Fraction) program.

Dr. Jung's reputation is not only built on his academic credentials or technical skills, but also on the results he delivers. Patients from all over the world visit HERSHE seeking his expertise, especially for procedures that demand refined results, such as natural-looking facelifts, balanced facial fat grafts, youth-restoring thread lifts, and body contouring treatments. His aesthetic approach is conservative yet impactful, always striving to enhance rather than change, and to restore rather than overcorrect.

From surgical anti-aging procedures to the latest advancements in stem cell-based rejuvenation, Dr. Jung Young Choon continues to lead with precision, compassion, and a clear vision for the future of aesthetic medicine.

Experience:

Dermatologist, 01/2001 - Current 

Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Health - İstanbul 

Responsible physician with 23 years of experience maximizing patient wellness and cure. Maintaining to deliver healthcare excellence at Hospitaltürk Hospital, İstanbul. 

Medical doctor in respected regional medical hospitals during the course of 23 years in the following cities: Kahramanmaraş, Kayseri, İstanbul. 

Maintained 95% success rate for patient goal attainment as measured by annual follow-up calls and surveys. 

Assessed patients' skin diseases, conditions, and ailments to determine appropriate treatment 

Prescribed medication and created treatment plans, referred patients for surgery where necessary 

Monitored patient progress 

Assessed and updated patients' medical history, including keeping a record of patients' symptoms Informed and educated patients on available treatments and preventative skincare 

Referred patients to specialists in other fields 

Kept up to date with new medical procedures, topics, and scientific studies by attending seminars, conferences, and training programs 

Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees 

Worked as one of the volunteer doctors for 1.5 months within the catastrophe field, following the 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Kahramanmaraş.

Skills:

Detail Orientated 

Acute Pain Understanding 

Scheduling Proficiency 

Treatment Plan Development 

Patient management 

In-Office Surgical Procedures 

Patient Evaluation 

Emergency Response 

Skin Condition Treatment 

Scheduling Expertise 

Pain Management 

Public Relations 

Emergency Procedures 

Cosmetic Procedures 

Minimal Invasive Procedures 

Medical Aesthetics 

Education:

1998 University of Vienna - Vienna

Graduate Medical Education Dermatology Residency

Completed my dermatology residency under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Georg Stingl, during the years 1994-1998.

1994 Goethe Institut - Vienna.

Language Institut Proficiency in German Language.

In-between the years 1993-1994, enrolled in the German Language Course. Completed successfully the proficiency exam in 1994.

1993 Antalya Gündoğmuş State Hospital.

Graduate Medical Education Internal Medicine Worked as a resident/assistant doctor in the field of internal medicine during and in-between the years 1991-1993.

This work experince also counted as my compulsory service to the State, Turkey.

1990 University of İstanbul - Istanbul, 34

Doctor of Medicine

Education and Specialization

• 2004/2010: Fırat University Faculty of Medicine
• 2012/2017: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine – Specialization

Experience

• 2017/2021: Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• 2021/2023: Kilis State Hospital
• 2023/2024: Private Gaziantep Emek Hospital

Professional Memberships

• Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dermatology Society (Estetik ve Kozmetik Dermatoloji Derneği)
• Turkish Dermatology Society (Türk Dermatoloji Derneği)
• Turkish Medical Association (Türk Tabipler Birliği)

General Practitioner/ Medical Director
certified by American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine

A credentialed physician, general practitioner, MD has gained valuable

diverse experience and a special interest in Aesthetic Medicine. Dr. Farshad is a

certified member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M),

certified in advanced injectables and laser therapy  by the National Council on Laser Certification (NCLC) USA.
 

Dr. Farshad comes from a family of medical practitioners. In 1998, he graduated from Shiraz (Pahlavi) University of Medical Sciences. Since then, having great career achievements in Family Medicine across Canada and UAE, he pursued gaining knowledge and practice in aesthetics. Following his passion he performs with a holistic and professional approach to - as he calls it - “Feel-Good procedures” to turn back the hands of time and help his patients, to meet their desire in looking young, fresh and rejuvenated.

Doctor Farshad is mastered in a myriad of aesthetic procedures including Botox and Dermal filler injections, non-surgical facelift advanced methods and various laser Treatments and Laser Therapy. His vast international and multicultural experience allows him the understanding and balance of East and West when caring and treating patients from all backgrounds and ethnicities.

Besides extensive experience, his obsession with details and unrivalled precision for creating the most outstanding natural results has made him to be able to combine the vision of Art and Aesthetics with the most advanced medical treatments to enhance the natural beauty of each individual.
 

Key International Publication
Kim JW, Li MH, Jang JH, Na HK, Song NY, Lee C, Johnson JA, Surh YJ.
“15-Deoxy-Δ¹²,¹⁴-prostaglandin J₂ rescues PC12 cells from H₂O₂-induced apoptosis through Nrf2-mediated upregulation of heme oxygenase-1: potential roles of Akt and ERK1/2.”
Biochemical Pharmacology. 2008 Dec 1;76(11):1577–1589.

International Conference Presentations

The International Meeting of the Society for Free Radical Research–Asia, Nov 6–8, 2003, Seoul, Korea

The 3rd International Congress of the Asian Society of Toxicology, Feb 1–6, 2003, Bangkok & Chiang Mai, Thailand

Domestic Conference Presentations

The Pharmaceutical Society of Korea Annual Meeting, Oct 10–11, 2003, Seoul, Korea

The 19th Annual Meeting of the Korean Societies of Toxicology, May 30, 2003, Seoul, Korea

The 20th Annual Meeting of the Korean Societies of Toxicology, Oct 30, 2003, Seoul, Korea

The 58th Annual Fall Meeting of the Korean Pediatric Society, Oct 23–24, 2009, Sheraton Walkerhill, Seoul, Korea

The Annual Fall Meeting of the Korean Academy of Family Medicine, Oct 10–12, 2014, Seoul, Korea

Dr. Thanyapat Hiranrusme (Dr. June) – Expert in Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine

Dr. Thanyapat Hiranrusme, known as Dr. June, is an internationally recognized specialist in aesthetic and regenerative medicine. With extensive experience and expertise in Botox, dermal fillers, thread lifting, facial design, weight management, and anti-aging treatments, Dr. June is dedicated to enhancing natural beauty and promoting holistic wellness for patients.

With advanced knowledge and cutting-edge techniques, Dr. June prioritizes safety, natural-looking results, and personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs. Whether you seek youthful rejuvenation or preventive wellness care, you can trust that you are in expert hands.

I graduated in 2002 from Anatolia College (the American College of Thessaloniki) with an “Excellent” overall grade and was admitted to the Medical School of the University of Thessaloniki.
In 2006, I trained at Harvard in the United States in medical research methodology and the biological behavior of cancer cells.
In 2008, I graduated from the School of Medicine at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) with a “Very Good” grade.
In 2014, I was awarded the medical specialty title of Dermatology after five years of training abroad.
I am a doctoral candidate at the University of Giessen in Germany, with a dissertation topic: “Rosazea: Psychosoziale Aspekte einer entstellenden Hauterkrankung – Eine Fallkontrollstudie unter Praxisbedingungen in Vergleich zu Menschen mit Muttermalen.”

Conferences – Workshops
I stay continually up-to-date by attending Greek and international conferences and workshops on developments in clinical, interventional, and aesthetic dermatology.

I frequently participate as a trainer or speaker at the conferences of the Hellenic Dermatological and Venereological Society and the Hellenic Society of Dermatologic Surgery, Laser, and Aesthetic Dermatology in the areas where I specialize (autoimmune dermatological diseases, growth factors, dermatologic surgery, etc.).

Publications
In 2022, I published the book Rosacea (Ροδόχρους Νόσος) through iWrite Publications.

I have delivered more than 200 presentations at dermatological conferences and have authored articles in scientific journals.

I am a member of the following societies:
• German Dermatological Society (DDG)
• German Society of Dermatologic Surgery
• Hellenic Dermatological and Venereological Society (EDAE)
• Hellenic Society of Dermatologic Surgery
• Hellenic Society of Anti-Aging
• Anatolia College Alumni Association
From 2011 to 2014, I worked at the Max Planck University Clinic in Göttingen, Germany, focusing on the following areas:

• Clinical Dermatology: acne, eczema, autoimmune skin diseases (vitiligo, lupus, scleroderma, etc.), pediatric dermatology, scalp conditions, and more.
• Dermatologic Surgery: removal of skin tumors for medical and cosmetic purposes, skin grafts, blepharoplasty, chronic ulcer treatment, surgical management of hidradenitis suppurativa, and more.
• Dermato-Oncology: diagnosis and treatment of melanoma (both surgical and chemotherapeutic), management of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, sentinel lymph node biopsy and complete lymph node dissection, etc. I also participated in a clinical trial of Vemurafenib, a drug for metastatic melanoma.
• Aesthetic Dermatology: Botox, hyaluronic acid fillers, removal of skin lesions for cosmetic purposes (surgically and with laser), varicose vein treatment with sclerotherapy and laser, and more.

I was in charge of the Outpatient Clinics for Dermato-Oncology, Aesthetic Dermatology, Venous Diseases, and Laser at the University of Göttingen, and I served as the trainer responsible for new residents.

In 2015, I worked at the Langrock & Paul Polyclinic of Dermatology, Dermatologic Surgery, and Aesthetic Dermatology in the greater Frankfurt area, concentrating on dermatologic surgery, aesthetic dermatology (treatment of expression wrinkles, blepharoplasty, hyaluronic acid fillers, mesotherapy, lipolysis, laser, etc.), and allergology.

From 2016 to 2023, I worked at the Myskin Clinic of Clinical, Aesthetic, and Interventional Dermatology in Thessaloniki and Naoussa (Imathia).

In 2024, together with my wife, Evangelia Yazitzoglou, we established the Endocrinology and Dermatology Clinic of Thessaloniki, aiming to provide a holistic and comprehensive approach to patient
 

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. Piotr Rak is a specialist in general and oncological surgery, as well as aesthetic medicine. He began his medical career in 1995. Dr. Rak has performed about 460 limb reimplantations. He also developed a unique method for biomechanical rehabilitation of reimplanted limbs. In 2009, he earned a PhD in Medical Sciences from the Medical University of Gdańsk. His doctoral research focused on how chemotherapy affects silicon organic compounds in breast reconstruction.

Dr. Rak has completed international training in microsurgery and breast cancer treatment. He coordinated the Population-Based Early Breast Cancer Detection Program in the Pomeranian Voivodeship. He has also taken part in international studies, including MINDACT, PRAME-AS, and ICON. Dr. Rak was part of the first team in Poland to use stem cells in breast reconstruction. He has published over 30 scientific articles. In 2023, he founded the Friendly Medicine Island clinic, which offers advanced surgical and aesthetic treatments.

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