Professional Experience

Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon

Apera Health Group, Istanbul
2016 – Present

Since joining Apera Health Group in 2016, Dr. Yıldırım has specialized in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, with a particular focus on post-bariatric body contouring procedures. He has successfully treated thousands of international patients, combining advanced surgical techniques with a personalized, patient-centered approach to achieve natural and long-lasting results.

Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon

Private Hospitals, Türkiye
2006 – 2016

Worked in several leading private hospitals, gaining extensive experience in reconstructive, cosmetic, and body contouring surgery while further developing expertise in aesthetic procedures.

Plastic Surgery Residency

Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University
2000 – 2006

Completed specialist training in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery with comprehensive education in reconstructive microsurgery, aesthetic surgery, trauma reconstruction, and advanced surgical techniques.

Areas of Expertise

• Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Surgery
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Aesthetic Surgery
• Rhinoplasty
• Breast Augmentation
• Breast Reduction
• Breast Lift Surgery
• Breast Reconstruction
• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
• Body Contouring Procedures
• Patient-Centered Surgical Planning

Surgical Highlights

Rhinoplasty

Successfully performed more than 3,000 rhinoplasty procedures, creating natural, harmonious results tailored to each patient’s facial anatomy and aesthetic expectations.

Breast Aesthetic Surgery

Completed over 20,000 breast aesthetic procedures, including breast augmentation, reduction, lift, and reconstruction, with a focus on achieving balanced and natural-looking outcomes.

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Performed more than 5,000 tummy tuck surgeries, helping patients restore abdominal contour following significant weight loss or pregnancy through advanced body contouring techniques.

Education

Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery Residency

Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University
2000 – 2006

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University
1994 – 2000

Why Patients Choose Dr. Yıldırım

• More than 20 years of experience in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Specialized in post-bariatric reconstructive procedures
• Over 20,000 successful breast aesthetic surgeries
• More than 5,000 tummy tuck procedures performed
• More than 3,000 rhinoplasty surgeries completed
• Extensive experience treating international patients
• Personalized surgical planning with natural-looking results
• Committed to patient safety, satisfaction, and long-term outcomes