Prof. Atay Atabey, MD, a distinguished figure in the field of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, boasts a rich and impressive resume. Born in Ankara in 1958, he pursued his education with determination and passion, completing his primary and secondary schooling in Ankara before embarking on his medical journey at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine from 1977 to 1983.
Following his graduation, Dr. Atabey fulfilled his compulsory service for two years before delving into specialization training in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. His dedication and expertise led him to Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, where he obtained the title of "Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist" in 1990. Dr. Atabey's academic pursuits continued as he joined the faculty at Dokuz Eylül University in 1991, eventually achieving the rank of "Associate Professor" in 1997.
Dr. Atabey's thirst for knowledge and excellence took him across borders, where he worked as a "Postdoctoral Researcher" at Johns Hopkins University Hospital in the United States between 1994-95 and 1998-2000. During his tenure, he conducted groundbreaking research on composite flap prefabrication, cranio-maxillofacial surgery, and tissue transfers. He also gained invaluable experience by participating in operations at Johns Hopkins Hospital and working alongside Dr. Oscar Ramirez, where he focused on endoscopic three-dimensional facelift and other aesthetic surgery procedures for three months. His dedication to advancing the field was recognized with a "Postdoctoral Research Diploma" from Johns Hopkins University.
Dr. Atabey's contributions to the field extend beyond academia. In 2004, he founded Estetia Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery in Izmir, a center renowned for its excellence and commitment to patient care. After 27 years of service, he retired from Izmir Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine in 2011. Dr. Atabey's expertise continues to benefit students and patients alike, as he was appointed as a faculty member in the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Izmir Tınaztepe University in the year of this writing.