Dr. Ugur Kaan Kalem is an experienced plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon specializing in facial and body aesthetics, reconstructive microsurgery, and minimally invasive procedures. He provides safe and effective patient-centered treatments using modern surgical techniques.

Personal Information

• Date of Birth: March 23, 1993
• Place of Birth: Şişli, Istanbul, Turkey

Education

• Residency in Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery, Istanbul Medeniyet University (2018–2024)
• MD in Medicine (English Program), Yeditepe University, Istanbul (2012–2018, High Honors)
• Associate Degree in Health Institutions Management, Anadolu University, Eskisehir (2014–2016, High Honors)
• High School: VKV Koç School & Deutsche Schule Istanbul

Professional Experience

• Plastic Surgery Specialist, Sancaktepe Bolge Hospital, Istanbul (11/2025–present)
• Plastic Surgery Specialist & Administrative Officer, Kastamonu Training & Research Hospital (03/2024–11/2025)
• Resident, Plastic Surgery, Istanbul Medeniyet University (2018–2024)
• General Practitioner, Babaeski State Hospital, Kırklareli (2018)
• Medical Interpreter, Liv Hospital, Istanbul (2013)

Certifications & Licenses

• FEBOPRAS – European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery (2024)
• Turkish National Board of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery (2024)
• Turkish Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery (2020)

Professional Memberships

• FEBOPRAS, European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery
• Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
• ISAPS – International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Turkish Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Rhinoplasty Society of Europe (RSE)
• American College of Surgeons – Associate Fellow (Full Membership 2027)
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons – International Candidate (Voting March 2026)

Fellowship & Observership

• Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship, Antiaging Group Barcelona, Spain (2023)
• Reconstructive Microsurgery Fellowship, Bio-medico Campus of Rome, Italy (2023)
• Cranioplasty Observership, University of Heidelberg, Germany (2016)
• Rhinoplasty Observership, Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney University, Australia (2015)
• Hand & Upper Extremity Observership, University of Belgrade, Serbia (2013)

Clinical Expertise

• Aesthetic Surgery: Facelift, Necklift, Abdominoplasty, Mammaplasty, Liposuction, Body Contouring, Labiaplasty, Otoplasty
• Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery: Tendon, nerve, vascular reconstructions, congenital & acquired deformities, tumor excision & reconstruction
• Maxillofacial Trauma Management
• Cutaneous & Soft Tissue Malignancy Management
• Breast Surgery & Reconstruction
• Trunk & Lower Extremity Reconstruction
• Injectables & Cosmetic Applications (Botox, Fillers, Threads)
• Craniofacial & Head-Neck Anomalies

Publications & Book Chapters (Selected)

• Evaluation of Gynecomastia Surgery Techniques
• Diclofenac Sodium Injection Necrosis (Nicolau Syndrome)
• Radiofrequency Assisted Liposuction (Bodytite) for Arm Lifting
• Recurrent Palate Fistula Repair Feasibility
• Book Chapter: “Three-Dimensional Imaging in Rhinoplasty” (Elsevier)
• Exploring Aesthetic Perception of Head Shapes (in press)
• Book Chapter: “Heel Reconstruction” (in press)

Congresses & Courses

• Turkish National Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery Congresses (2018–2025)
• ISAPS World Congress, EURAPS Congress, Teo&Nayak Rhinoplasty & Facelift Course
• Live surgery assistance, oral & poster presentations

Languages

• Turkish (native)
• English (advanced)
• German (B2 – Goethe Institut)
   

Why Choose Dr. Ugur Kaan Kalem?

• Highly trained plastic surgeon with both Turkish and international education and experience
• Advanced expertise in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery
• Broad surgical skills including microsurgery, body contouring, and facial aesthetics
• Safe treatments using multidisciplinary approach and modern surgical techniques
• Proven experience with international patients and high patient satisfaction