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    Plastic Surgery in Istanbul for Chicago Patients — Professor-Level Surgery, Transparent Pricing

    Chicago's practical route to EBOPRAS-fellow surgery: one flight, one all-inclusive price, one surgeon responsible from consultation to aftercare. Rhinoplasty, Advanced Safe BBL™, K-Face Lift, mommy makeover and breast surgery performed by Prof. Dr. Mehmet Veli Karaaltın — triple board-certified, EBOPRAS Fellow, operating in JCI-accredited Istanbul hospitals.

    30+ Years Experience Triple Board-Certified 15,000+ Procedures EBOPRAS Fellow

    Why Chicago Patients Choose Prof. Dr. Karaaltın

    Discover why thousands of international patients trust their transformation to Istanbul's leading plastic surgeon.

    A Clear Alternative to Gold Coast and Michigan Avenue practices

    All-inclusive packages cover surgery, anaesthesia, JCI hospital stay, VIP transfers and aftercare. You know the total before you book — no facility fees, co-pays or out-of-network surprises.

    FDA-Approved Implants & Devices

    The same implant and device brands used in leading US hospitals (Mentor, Allergan, Motiva), placed in JCI-accredited operating rooms with internationally certified anaesthesia teams.

    10.5 hours non-stop from Chicago

    Non-stop Turkish Airlines flights from O'Hare, typically departing in the evening.

    No Waiting, No Insurance Maze

    Video consultation within days and surgery scheduled within weeks. Cosmetic surgery is self-pay in the US anyway — here the price is fixed and fully itemised.

    Professor-Level Expertise

    Prof. Dr. Karaaltın holds a full academic professorship plus board certification in Plastic, Hand and Maxillofacial Surgery, and is an EBOPRAS Fellow — a combination few surgeons anywhere hold.

    Aftercare Coordinated Back in Chicago

    Complete English-language operative reports for your Chicago physician, scheduled video follow-ups in your time zone and 24/7 WhatsApp access to the surgical team.

    Most Popular Procedures for Chicago Patients

    Our signature techniques and innovations, trusted by patients from Chicago.

    Rhinoplasty for Chicago Patients

    Smart Template Rhinoplasty — structural, breathing-preserving nose surgery planned around your own facial proportions.

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    Advanced Safe BBL™

    Real-time ultrasound guidance and Doppler vascular mapping — designed specifically to eliminate fat embolism risk.

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    K-Face Lift

    Signature deep-plane facelift for natural rejuvenation without the tightened, operated look.

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    Mommy Makeover

    Abdominoplasty with diastasis repair, combined with breast lift or augmentation and liposuction in one planned session.

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    Breast Augmentation

    K-Glide™ smooth implant placement for a natural feel and a low capsular contracture profile.

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    EndoChor® Face Lift

    Endoscopic mid-face and brow rejuvenation through hidden incisions, with a faster return to normal life.

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    Plastic surgery for patients across the United States

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    Travel from Chicago

    Everything you need to know about planning your trip from Chicago to Istanbul.

    Flight Time

    10.5 hours non-stop from O'Hare (ORD) on Turkish Airlines.

    Visa

    US passport holders apply online for a Turkish e-Visa in minutes — no embassy appointment, valid for stays up to 90 days.

    Currency

    Turkish Lira (TRY). Cards are accepted everywhere and USD converts favourably.

    VIP Transfers

    Private vehicle collection at Istanbul Airport plus all hotel, clinic and hospital transfers.

    Accommodation

    Partner five-star hotels minutes from the clinic, with recovery suites and English-speaking nursing support.

    Time Zone

    Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of Chicago (CT).

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much does plastic surgery in Istanbul cost compared with Chicago?+
    Chicago patients typically pay a fraction of local self-pay prices. Indicative all-inclusive figures: rhinoplasty from $3,500, breast augmentation from $4,500, BBL from $5,500, facelift from $7,000, mommy makeover from $9,500 — each covering surgery, anaesthesia, hospital stay, transfers and aftercare, compared with Gold Coast and Michigan Avenue practices where surgeon, anaesthesia and facility fees are billed separately.
    Is surgery in Istanbul safe for Chicago patients?+
    Prof. Dr. Karaaltın operates exclusively in JCI-accredited hospitals — the same international accreditation body that certifies leading US hospitals. He is triple board-certified and an EBOPRAS Fellow, and all implants and devices are FDA-approved brands.
    How long should Chicago patients plan to stay?+
    Five to ten days depending on the procedure: pre-operative consultation and workup, surgery, recovery checks and a final clearance appointment before your return flight from O'Hare (ORD).
    Who handles follow-up once I'm home?+
    You receive a full operative report, imaging and an aftercare protocol for your Chicago physician, plus scheduled video follow-ups in your time zone and 24/7 WhatsApp access to the clinical team.
    Can I combine procedures in one trip?+
    Frequently, yes. Safe combinations — mommy makeover, rhinoplasty with chin refinement, facelift with eyelid surgery — are planned during consultation based on operating time, blood loss and your medical history.
    Do you offer a consultation before I fly from Chicago?+
    Yes. A free video consultation with photo analysis takes place before you commit to any travel, and you receive a written surgical plan and fixed quote afterwards.

    Ready to Start Your Journey?

    Book a free online consultation with Prof. Dr. Karaaltın's team. We'll guide you through every step — from Chicago to Istanbul and back.