About
World-renowned Professor of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in Antalya, famed for performing Turkey's first face and double arm transplants.
Prof. Dr. Ömer Özkan – Reconstructive Surgery Specialist
Prof. Dr. Ömer Özkan is a world-renowned professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery based in Antalya, Turkey. He is famous for performing Turkey’s first successful full face transplant and the nation’s first double arm transplant. With over 25 years of experience, he serves as a professor at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Özkan has received advanced training in microsurgery and perforator flaps at prestigious institutions in Japan and Taiwan, including UOEH University, Tokyo University, and Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. His expertise includes composite tissue transplantation, head and neck reconstruction, and aesthetic surgeries, making him a leading figure in complex reconstructive cases.
A World-Renowned Pioneer in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Prof. Dr. Ömer Özkan is a globally recognized figure in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, based in Antalya, Turkey. He is most famous for leading the surgical teams that performed Turkey's first successful full face transplant and the nation's first double arm transplant, achievements that have placed him at the forefront of medical innovation.
Unmatched Expertise and Academic Authority
With a career spanning over 25 years, Prof. Dr. Özkan has built a reputation based on profound expertise and academic excellence. He currently serves as a Professor at the prestigious Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, where he has been shaping the future of surgery since 2006. His authority is further cemented by an extensive list of international scientific publications and numerous awards, including the coveted "Doctor of the Year" award from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
Specialized Training and Global Perspective
Prof. Dr. Özkan's commitment to excellence led him to pursue advanced training at some of the world's leading institutions. He has completed specialized fellowships in:
- Microsurgery at UOEH University in Japan
- Perforator Flaps and Supermicrosurgery at Tokyo University in Japan
- Plastic Surgery and Microsurgery at the world-famous Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan
This international experience ensures that his patients receive care based on the latest and most effective global techniques.
Core Areas of Specialization
While highly skilled in a broad range of aesthetic procedures, Prof. Dr. Özkan's primary focus and international renown are in complex reconstructive cases, including:
- Composite Tissue Transplantation (Face, Arm, Uterus)
- Advanced Reconstructive Microsurgery
- Head and Neck Tumor Reconstruction
- Post-Trauma and Post-Cancer Reconstruction
Educational Background
- Medical Degree - Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, 1992
- Specialization in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Hacettepe University, 1998
Professional Achievements
- Achievement: World-renowned for performing Turkey's first successful full face transplant and the country's first double arm transplant, marking significant milestones in medical history.
- Training: Internationally trained in advanced microsurgery in Japan and Taiwan.
- Academic: Serves as a Professor at Akdeniz University, contributing to the education of new surgeons.
- Publications: Extensive list of international scientific publications, establishing him as a global authority in reconstructive surgery.
- Advanced Microsurgery
- Aesthetic Surgeries
- Burn Reconstruction
- Composite Tissue Transplantation (Face, Face Transplant, Head and Neck Tumor Surgery, Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures, Perforator Flap Surgery, Post-Cancer)
- Reconstructive Surgeries (Post-Trauma, Scar Revision, Supermicrosurgery, Trauma Reconstruction, Uterus)
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- Composite Tissue Transplantation
- Reconstructive Surgeries
- Head and Neck Tumor Surgery
- Aesthetic Surgeries
- Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures
- Advanced Microsurgery
- Perforator Flap Surgery
- Supermicrosurgery
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