Practice Philosophy

As difficult as it is to perpetually strive for perfection, I try to do just that for every patient and feel that considering them a close friend or a family member brings the best of my talents forward. I limit my practice to procedures I have extensive experience in. My ultimate goal is a happy patient.

Society Memberships

American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons
Michigan State Medical Society
Oakland County Medical Society

Licenses

Michigan
California

Board Certifications

American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1982
American Board of Surgery, 1977

Education

Lycee de Galatasaray 1957-1965
M.D. - University of Istanbul Cerrahpasa Medical School, 1965 - 1971
Internship in General Surgery - Grace Hospital, Detroit, MI, 1971 - 1972
Residency in General Surgery - Grace Hospital, Detroit, MI 1972 - 1976
Residency in Plastic Surgery - Wayne State University Hospitals, Detroit,MI 1976 - 1978

Consultation

An initial consultation takes 45 minutes to an hour. The desires and concerns of the patient are clearly determined and a thorough examination is done. After the examination, the surgical solutions, possible options, complications, anesthesia and the expected outcome are discussed. Pictures are always shown. The patient then spends some time with our office manager to discuss fees and miscellaneous costs as well as insurance coverage. In some cases pictures are taken to be used with pre-authorization letters. Patients are given several references. The scheduling and the different hospitals are also discussed. The planned treatment is then discussed together. The patient is invited to return for further consultations at no charge until she/he can make a definite decision.