Assoc. Prof. Ahmet Küçükçelebi, M.D. is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery specialist who is currently working at Acıbadem Kozyatağı Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. He has more than 30 years of clinical and academic experience at institutions in Turkey and the United States, and is known for his research in burn scar reconstruction and reconstructive flap techniques.
Professional Background
- Experience/Years of Work: 1991 (specialist practice)
- Based In: Istanbul, Turkey
- Procedures Performed: Active practice in Turkey and USA
Innovations & Contributions
Assoc. Prof. Küçükçelebi has published more than 58 research articles in reconstructive surgery literature and has a remarkable experience in flap surgery for post-burn contractures.
- Peer-Reviewed Publications: Co-author of several publications in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Annals of Plastic Surgery regarding subcutaneous pedicle rhomboid flap techniques for post-burn scar contractures (2004-2006).
- Burn Scar Research: Contributing researcher on studies that established the subcutaneous pedicle rhomboid flap as an effective minimally invasive technique for releasing burn contractures.
- Society Memberships: Member of IPRAS (1995), American Society of Plastic Surgeons – Corresponding & International Member (1996), Plastic Surgery Research Council – Senior Member, USA (1997), Wound Healing Society – Active Member, USA (1993), Turkish Society of Plastic Surgery (1995).