Prof. Dr. Gürhan Özcan is one of the most prominent plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeons in Turkey with more than 45 years of experience. He is a graduate of Hacettepe University and a former faculty member of Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, and is considered a senior expert in revision rhinoplasty, breast surgery and tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and is practicing at Istanbul Aesthetic Center in Nişantaşı.
Professional Background
- Education: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, 1977; Specialization 1983
- International Post: Research Associate & Assistant Professor, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX (1988-1991)
Academic Role: Founding Head, Dept. of Plastic Surgery, Başkent University Faculty of Medicine (1995-1998)
- Current Practice: Istanbul Aesthetic Center, Nişantaşı, Istanbul
- Leadership: Turkish National Delegate, EURAPS (2004-2008); President, 9th Annual Meeting of Turkish Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (2005)
- Memberships: TSAPS, ESPRAS, EBOPRAS (certified 2006, Budapest)
Innovations & Contributions
Prof. Özcan is particularly known for complex revision rhinoplasties and natural-result breast and body contouring, and patients come from all over the world to benefit from his expertise.
- Revision Rhinoplasty Mastery – Widely sought after worldwide for revision of failed prior rhinoplasty
- American Society of Plastic Surgery Awards – Twice awarded for research contributions (per clinic records)
- IPRAS Representation – Represented Turkey on four continents (Japan, USA, Australia, Germany)