Ph. Özay Özkaya

Prof. Dr. Özay Özkaya, a highly respected plastic surgeon, graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 1999. He later specialized in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, where he focused on reconstructive microsurgery and aesthetic procedures. In 2007, he further honed his skills in London, particularly in post-bariatric surgery and breast reconstruction. 

Dr. Özkaya made history as the first plastic surgeon in Turkey to achieve European Board certification before earning his national certification. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious "Best of Turkey" award for his expertise in abdominoplasty. With over 100 published scientific articles, Dr. Özkaya is a recognized authority in his field. In addition to treating patients at his private clinic in Nişantaşı, he also serves as a faculty member at Beykoz University, where he contributes to the training of future generations of surgeons through his teaching and research activities.

• Yalova State Hospital – Founder of Plastic Surgery Clinic (2008)
• Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital – Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Department (2010)
• Private Clinic, Nişantaşı – Practicing since 2018

• Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – Graduated in 1999 with the title of Medical Doctor
• Marmara University Psychiatry Department – Residency (1999-2001)
• Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital – Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Residency (2001-2008)

• Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association (TPRECD)
• International Society of Aesthetic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association (EPCD)