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Dr. M. Reşat Arpacı, M.D. is a veteran hair transplant surgeon at Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul, Turkey. With over 23 years of clinical experience, he specializes in advanced hair restoration techniques, including FUE with micromotor assistance, synthetic grafts, and aesthetic medical procedures.
Educational Background
- Medical Degree: Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, Turkey (2000)
- Micrograft Hair Transplant Certification: International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), Berlin (2002)
- Biofibre Synthetic Hair Certification: Milan Hair Transplant Institute (2002)
- Medical Aesthetics License: Flavius Aesthetic Training Center, Turkey Ministry of Health (2004–2005)
- FUE Training: Studied under Dr. Bessam Farjo; invented and patented a micromotor-assisted FUE technique in 2007
Professional Experience
- Current Role: Hair Transplant Surgeon at Smile Hair Clinic, Istanbul (since 2010)
- Previous Positions: Founder and head of Prime Hair Transplant Clinic; led hair transplant units at Prime Clinic, Acıbadem Fulya & Şifa hospitals
- Training Leadership: Founder, president, and chief trainer at a national beauty and aesthetics school in İzmir (2008–2011)
- Surgical Volume: Over 5,000 successful hair transplant procedures over 13+ years
Academic Contributions
- Inventor of a patented micromotor FUE technique for high-volume graft harvesting
- Conducts regular training and workshops for doctors, nurses, and technicians
- Co-founder of Smile Hair Clinic’s “True™ Philosophy” protocol, focusing on planning, design, execution, and innovation
Areas of Expertise
- Micromotor‑assisted FUE: Efficient, minimally invasive graft extraction
- Biofibre & Sapphire Techniques: Synthetic hair and precision implantation
- Revision Surgery: Correcting outcomes from previous transplants
- Diverse Hair Types: Specialized treatment for female and Afro-textured hair
Publications and Research
Dr. Arpacı’s patented FUE micromotor technique and structured training programs reflect leadership in surgical innovation. While formal journal articles are limited, his contributions are primarily in patented methods and clinical education.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Fairness and Respect: “My core principle is fairness… assessing patients without judgment.”
- Collaborative Teamwork: Values input from his clinical team before making final decisions
- True™ Philosophy: Emphasizes careful planning, aesthetic hairline design, precise execution, and ongoing innovation
Professional Affiliations
- Certified by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS)
- Licensed Hair Transplant Surgeon under the Turkish Ministry of Health
- Former head trainer at a government‑accredited Beauty & Aesthetics School
FAQs
- Is Dr. M. Reşat Arpacı board‑certified?
- Yes. He is licensed in Turkey, holds ISHRS certification, and has aesthetic medicine credentials.
- What techniques does he use?
- He specializes in micromotor‑assisted FUE, sapphire blade implantation, synthetic Biofibre grafts, and revision surgeries.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. Smile Hair Clinic serves patients from around the world, offering full support services and VIP care.
- How long is the typical stay?
- Most patients stay in Istanbul for 3–5 days, covering consultation, surgery, and initial follow-up.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Arpacı is fluent in Turkish and English.
- How many transplants has he performed?
- He has completed over 5,000 hair transplant procedures throughout his career.
- What makes his technique unique?
- He developed a patented micromotor FUE method that enhances graft extraction efficiency and precision.
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