Aram Clinic works with top plastic surgeons in Turkey: Dr Mehmet Karaaltin and Dr Orhan Fahri in Istanbul and Dr Tolgahan Alpaydin in Izmir, together with Dr Mehmet Celal Kızılkaya, our obesity surgeon in Istanbul. This page introduces each of them and leads to their full profiles.
Who Are the Leading Names in Plastic Surgery in Turkey?
Aram Clinic stands among the top destinations for aesthetic surgery in Turkey, thanks to four specialists: Dr Mehmet Karaaltin, Dr Orhan Fahri Demir and Dr Mehmet Celal Kızılkaya in Istanbul, and Dr Tolgahan Alpaydin in Izmir. Their complementary expertise, global training, and mastery of advanced surgical technologies ensure natural, long-lasting, and safe results for every patient.
This page introduces our four surgeons and directs you to their individual profiles, where you can explore their full background, specialties, and achievements.
Why Choose Turkey for Plastic Surgery?
- Internationally certified surgeons — Members of ISAPS, E.B.O.P.R.A.S., and global medical boards.
- Cutting-edge technology — 3D planning, advanced microsurgery, and precise modern techniques.
- Unmatched value for money — Premium medical expertise at accessible prices.
- Full medical concierge — Complete organization of your treatment journey.
- State-of-the-art hospitals — International standards and maximum safety.
Dr Mehmet Karaaltin — A Pioneer of Plastic Surgery in Istanbul
A Remarkable International Career
Born in 1972 in Kirkuk, Dr Mehmet Karaaltin is one of Turkey’s most respected plastic surgeons. A graduate of Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty in Istanbul, he has over 25 years of experience and is certified by the Turkish Board of Plastic Surgery. He is also a member of E.B.O.P.R.A.S and ISAPS, guaranteeing world-class surgical expertise.
Major Achievements
- World’s 3rd full face transplantation
- Separation of conjoined twins using advanced 3D modelling
- Creator of the SMART Template technique for rhinoplasty
- Awarded the “Best Experimental Article” in plastic surgery (2017)
Areas of Expertise
- Functional and aesthetic rhinoplasty
- Facelift and advanced facial rejuvenation
- High-definition liposuction
- Safe Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
- Regenerative medicine & stem-cell-based techniques
View Dr Karaaltin’s Full Profile
Dr Tolgahan Alpaydin — Specialist in Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery in Izmir
Education & International Background
A graduate of Ege University Medical Faculty (1988–1994), Dr Tolgahan Alpaydin completed a comprehensive residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery between 1995 and 2001. In 2000, he joined the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation (USA) for a full fellowship in microsurgery and replantation.
Since 2003, he has led the Izmir Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Clinic, where he performs advanced reconstructive and aesthetic procedures with a strong focus on microsurgery.
Areas of Expertise
- Ultrasonic rhinoplasty, especially for feminine noses (Barbie nose), preservation rhinoplasty
- Endoscopic and deep-plane facelift – a natural anti-aging approach
- Cosmetic breast surgery
- BBL and body contouring
- Microsurgery and limb replantation
- Post-oncologic breast reconstruction
- Facelift, blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty
- Ultrasonic liposuction & body contouring
- Complex craniofacial surgery
View Dr Alpaydin’s Full Profile
Dr Orhan Fahri — Specialist in Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty and Aesthetic Surgery in Istanbul
Introduction and Background
Dr Orhan Fahri is a plastic surgeon specialized in aesthetic, reconstructive surgery and microsurgery, practicing in Istanbul. Each year he welcomes numerous international patients, particularly through the programs organized by Aram Clinic and Medespoir. With more than eight years of clinical and academic experience, he is especially renowned for his expertise in ultrasonic rhinoplasty and creating beautiful “Barbie nose” results.
He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Gazi University (Ankara) and completed his specialization in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Ege University (Izmir). He currently works as a specialist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul.
Areas of Expertise
- Ultrasonic rhinoplasty, facial surgery
- Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
- Safe BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)
- Botox and dermal fillers
- Aesthetic breast surgery — augmentation, lift, reconstruction
- Body contouring — classic & ultrasonic liposuction, BBL, full-body reshaping
- Hand surgery — repair, replantation, microsurgery
- Craniofacial surgery — congenital anomalies, reconstruction, fractures
- Burn management and skin reconstruction
View Dr Orhan Fahri’s Full Profile
Dr Mehmet Celal Kızılkaya — Obesity Surgeon in Istanbul
An Associate Professor of general surgery, Dr Mehmet Celal Kızılkaya is dedicated to obesity surgery: the gastric sleeve in Turkey, the gastric bypass, the gastric band and the gastric balloon.
Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and a general surgery specialist since 2014, he has practised at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul since 2025. He has authored 38 articles in international journals and is a member of IFSO and the Turkish Society of Obesity Surgery.
View Dr Kızılkaya’s Full Profile
Complementary Skills and Excellence: What Vision Do Our Surgeons Share?
Dr Karaaltin, Dr Alpaydin, Dr Orhan Fahri Demir and Dr Kızılkaya share the same philosophy based on:
- Technical excellence — Mastery of the most advanced techniques.
- Continuous innovation — Research, new approaches, cutting-edge technologies.
- Patient safety first — Strict protocols and international standards.
- Natural results — Priority given to facial and body harmony.
Regardless of the chosen city — Istanbul or Izmir — patients benefit from world-class surgical expertise.
