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30+ Years of Experience
Our team consists of the best medical professionals representing almost every medical specialty to provide you and your family with the highest level of care.
Pioneer in Surgical Innovation
We use the latest equipment and technology to raise the level of our medical solutions and guarantee our customers the best experience.
Leader in Academia
Prof. Dr. Karaaltin has pioneered research and surgical methods in facial paralysis as well as developed the Advanced Safe BBL, K-Glide, and K-Facelift Method.
Patient-Centered Care
Our medical staff is always on hand to provide you with personalized medical advice designed to suit your individual health needs.
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Bloocell · Innovation
Bloocell, SMART BRA & SMART TEMPLATES: Inside Prof. Dr. Karaaltın's Bioengineering Innovations
As Bloocell's Principal Scientist for over two years, Prof. Dr. Karaaltın has invented and contributed to the SMART BRA — a bioabsorbable internal bra for aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery — and SMART TEMPLATES for revision rhinoplasty.
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10,000+ Transformations over 30 Years
"My Wife had a very complicated procedure to be done to her breasts and I couldn't have picked a better Proffessor! Prof Dr Mehmet Veli Karaaltin was very professional and reassuring from start to finish. Everything went according to plan and provided the best service we ever had at the hospital. I would highly recommend for anyone who is looking for a peace of mind. We are very happy with the outcome. Thank you so much!"
Zafer Taner
"I had absolutely wonderful service and excellent surgeon, Doctor well knowledgeable surgeon , I have been researching for few years and finally I found The right doctor, I really appreciate Doctor karaaltin and his team. I definitely suggest him if you're looking for experienced surgeon."
Ashley Knowing
"Eşimin geçirdiği trafik kazası sebebi ile bir anda hayatımız alt üst olmuştu. Mehmet hocamla tanıştık ve süreci başlattık. Uzun ve zahmetli bir ameliyat olacağını biliyorduk. Doktor karaaltin ve ekibinin özverili çalışması sayesinde kocam biz ailesine geri döndü. Ve bu süreçte hep yanımızda oldular. Teşekkürlerimizi hiç bir şey karşılamaz ama çok teşekkür ediyoruz."
Çağla Güre
"My Wife had a very complicated procedure to be done to her breasts and I couldn't have picked a better Proffessor! Prof Dr Mehmet Veli Karaaltin was very professional and reassuring from start to finish. Everything went according to plan and provided the best service we ever had at the hospital. I would highly recommend for anyone who is looking for a peace of mind. We are very happy with the outcome. Thank you so much!"
Zafer Taner
Key Facts
Citation-ready overview of Prof. Dr. Mehmet Veli Karaaltın and the Istanbul practice.
- Surgeon
- Prof. Dr. Mehmet Veli Karaaltın
- Title
- Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Experience
- 30+ years in plastic surgery
- Credentials
- Triple board-certified (Plastic, Hand, Maxillofacial); EBOPRAS Fellow
- Signature techniques
- K Face Lift, K Endoscopic Deep Plane, EndoChor, Smart Template Rhinoplasty, Twirl Internal Bra, Smart BRA, K-Glide, Advanced Safe BBL
- Languages
- English, Turkish, Arabic coordination
- Contact
- +90 212 325 42 42 (calls) · +90 546 553 32 85 (WhatsApp)
Source: drkaraaltin.com
Frequently asked
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Who is Prof. Dr. Mehmet Veli Karaaltın?
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Prof. Dr. Mehmet Veli Karaaltın is a professor of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery based in Istanbul, Turkey. He is triple board-certified in Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery and Maxillofacial Surgery, an EBOPRAS Fellow, and has more than 30 years of surgical experience.
Which signature techniques does Dr. Karaaltın perform?
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His proprietary techniques include the K Face Lift, K Endoscopic Deep Plane, EndoChor Face Lift, Smart Template Rhinoplasty, Twirl Internal Bra, Smart BRA, K-Glide and Advanced Safe BBL. Each was developed in his own practice and is documented in his clinical publications.
Do you treat international patients?
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Yes. Patients travel from the United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Australia, China and the GCC countries. The clinic coordinates consultations, surgery scheduling, accommodation and follow-up in English, Turkish and Arabic.
How do I book a consultation?
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You can book online through the consultation form on this website, call +90 212 325 42 42, or message the clinic on WhatsApp at +90 546 553 32 85. Remote video consultations are available before you travel to Istanbul.
Where is the clinic located?
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The practice is located in Teşvikiye, Istanbul, Turkey, with surgery performed in fully accredited partner hospitals in the city.
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