Dr.Burak Özkan (Oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Plastic surgeon, Reconstructive surgeon)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation

Professional Experience

• Current Role: Associate Professor, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery, Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital (since October 2024)
• Previous Appointments:
  • Assistant Professor, Baskent University Faculty of Medicine (2019–2023)
  • Reconstructive Microsurgery Lead, Memorial Bahçelievler & Ataşehir Hospitals (2018–2023)
• Clinical Leadership: Founded the Reconstructive Microsurgery Unit at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital

Academic Contributions

• Teaching: Faculty member at Baskent University and Medipol Acıbadem
• Research Areas: Microsurgical reconstruction of congenital anomalies, burn and trauma reconstruction, cleft lip and palate repair
• Conference Roles: Presenter in European reconstructive surgery forums and specialized workshops

Areas of Expertise

• Conditions Treated:
  • Cleft lip and palate
  • Trauma or burn-induced facial defects
  • Breast reconstruction and aesthetic breast surgery
  • Otoplasty, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty
  • Lymphatic and extremity reconstruction
• Procedures Performed:
  • Microsurgical free flap reconstruction
  • Cleft lip/palate repair
  • Liposuction, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty
  • Aesthetic breast procedures and breast reconstruction

Publications and Research

Dr. Özkan has published extensively in national and international journals, focusing on microsurgical techniques and clinical reconstruction. His work includes:

• Studies on dorsoradial forearm flap in hand reconstruction and ischemia-reperfusion injury in flap surgery
• Technical reports on medial gastrocnemius flap augmented with PRP
• Clinical series on microsurgical reconstruction of congenital lip-palate defects

Patient Care Philosophy

• Holistic Reconstruction: Integrates both functional and aesthetic outcomes
• Clear Communication: Ensures patients and families are fully informed
• Innovative Techniques: Utilizes cutting-edge microsurgical and minimally invasive methods
• Accessible Care: Offers online consultations and multilingual support

Professional Affiliations

• Member, Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
• Executive Committee Member, International Society of Burn Injuries
• Executive Committee Member, Turkish Reconstructive Microsurgery Society
• Active member, EURAPS

FAQs

Is Dr. Burak Özkan board‑certified?

Yes. He is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and serves as an associate professor at Medipol.

What procedures does he perform?

He specializes in microsurgical reconstruction, congenital anomaly repair (eg. cleft lip/palate), aesthetic procedures like rhinoplasty and breast surgery, and trauma reconstruction.

Does he treat international patients?

Yes. He offers online consultations and full support for international patients.

How long is the typical hospital stay?

The length of stay varies by procedure; personalized postoperative care plans are provided.

What languages does he speak?

Dr. Özkan is fluent in Turkish, English, and German.