Dr. Hakan – Expert Plastic Surgeon in Istanbul for Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery

Who is Dr. Hakan?

Dr. Hakan graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 1994. Ranking among the top 10 in Turkey’s Medical Specialty Exam (TUS), he began his residency at the Aesthetic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic of Ege University. This training provided a strong foundation in aesthetic surgery and reconstructive surgery in Turkey.


International Education & Fellowships

In 2000, Dr. Hakan was awarded a scholarship fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine, Houston (USA)—an institution internationally recognised for surgical innovation. During this program, he advanced his expertise in aesthetic plastic surgery while conducting research in experimental microsurgery. His study, “Gene Therapy in Microvascular Vein Grafts”, was part of the Human Genome Project and became the first publication of its kind in Turkey (2001).

In 2002, he joined the Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery Fellowship at Chang Gung University Hospital in Taiwan, home to the world’s largest plastic surgery clinic. Selected as the only foreign surgeon that year, he performed advanced procedures in face and jaw surgery, endoscopic breast augmentation, and facial rejuvenation techniques.

After returning to Turkey in 2003, he continued his fellowship under Professor Onur Erol and later became the first surgeon to pass both the written and oral examinations of the Turkish Society of Aesthetic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.


Academic Achievements & International Recognition

With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Hakan has presented his work at nearly 100 national and international congresses. He continues to be invited as a speaker at medical conferences in Turkey and abroad, sharing expertise in microsurgery, body contouring, and aesthetic plastic surgery.


Areas of Expertise

Dr. Hakan offers a wide range of aesthetic procedures in Istanbul for both men and women:

  • Breast surgeries: breast augmentation with implants, breast lift, breast reduction, endoscopic breast surgery

  • Nose surgeries: rhinoplasty (nose job Istanbul), septorhinoplasty, reconstructive nose surgery

  • Body contouring: Vaser liposuction Istanbul, tummy tuck, Brazilian butt lift Turkey, arm lift, thigh lift, mommy makeover

  • Facial aesthetics: facelift surgery Turkey, eyelid surgery Istanbul, brow lift, otoplasty (cosmetic ear surgery), facial rejuvenation procedures

  • Male procedures: gynecomastia (male breast reduction Turkey)

  • Non-surgical aesthetics: botox and fillers Istanbul


Why Choose Dr. Hakan?

  • International Training: Fellowships at Baylor College of Medicine and Chang Gung University

  • 25 Years of Experience: Thousands of successful procedures across multiple specialties

  • Recognition: Memberships in the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Society of Plastic Surgery, and international surgical associations

  • Global Patient Care: Trusted by patients from the UK, Ireland, EU countries, USA, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait

  • Patient-Centered Approach: International patients highlight his clear communication and natural-looking results


Treatment Information for International Patients

  • City: Istanbul, Turkey

  • Languages: Consultations available in English and Turkish; interpreter services for other languages upon request

  • Clinic: Sanamentum Clinic Turkey – accredited facilities meeting international safety standards

  • Price Range: £2,100 – £6,600 (depending on procedure)


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is Dr. Hakan a licensed plastic surgeon in Turkey?
Yes, he is board-certified and a member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

Does Dr. Hakan accept international patients?
Yes, he has extensive experience with patients from Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Online consultations are available before traveling to Istanbul.

What cosmetic procedures are most popular among international patients?
Common requests include rhinoplasty Istanbul, Brazilian butt lift Turkey, facelift surgery Turkey, and breast augmentation Istanbul.

What safety measures are followed at the clinic?
The clinic complies with international medical standards, including infection control, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative follow-up care.