Aktif International Hospitals - Aesthetic

Mr Umran graduated from The University of London in 1991 to embark upon his surgical career. After four years of training in general surgery at a number of London teaching hospitals, he became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS). He then undertook eight years of training in plastic surgery in London as well as periods spent at specialist centers in Australia and Belgium. In 2002, he gained the Specialist Fellowship in Plastic Surgery (FRCS Plast) and was entered on the GMC Specialist Register for plastic surgery in 2004.

In 1999, Mr Umran was awarded the higher post-graduate degree of Doctorate in Medicine (MD) having spent two years at the Restoration of Appearance and Function Trust (RAFT) developing a laboratory produced artificial skin replacement. This research was sponsored by The Royal College of Surgeons of England. Throughout his career, Mr Umran has continued to publish his work within the plastic surgery and scientific literature, and present nationally and internationally at plastic surgery conferences. Following the completion of his surgical training in England, Mr Umran was awarded a traveling fellowship by the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS) to study with one of the world’s leading authorities in cosmetic surgery in Melbourne, Australia. Since then, he has continued to develop his skills in cosmetic surgery as a consultant and now regularly teaches junior plastic surgeons. His main interests are breast surgery, and body contouring.

In 2004, Mr Umran was appointed as a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at The Royal Marsden Hospital in London where he specialized in reconstructive surgery following ablative cancer excision. He left the NHS in 2018 to devote his efforts to full-time private practice. He currently operates in Central London at The London Clinic, and in Southwest London at Wimbledon Parkside Hospital. He is a member of the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS), the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS). He is a previous President of BAAPS (2018-2020) and has worked within Council for over 10 years. He is the current Aesthetic lead for BAPRAS (appointed 2022) and comments regularly in the media on topical plastic surgery issues. He has also been featured in several television documentaries.

Now he continues his job at Istanbul Aktif International Hospitals.

Mr Kural is a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic surgeon in the Turkey and is a fully accredited Plastic Surgeon on the General Medical Council’s specialist register for plastic surgery. Mr Kural’s practice is based at BMI The Alexandra Hospital, Cheshire. Mr Kural is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at The University of Manchester in the School of Cancer and Imaging Sciences. As an Honorary Lecturer, Mr Kural actively teaches undergraduate Medical Students, as well as Postgraduate Plastic Surgical Trainees.

Professional Organizations

Mr Kural is a member of a number of renowned associations, including British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS); British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS); American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Association of Breast Surgeons (ABS); British Association of Head and Neck Oncologists (BAHNO); General Medical Council (GMC) Certification of Completion of Training (CCT) Plastic Surgery.

Having qualified in medicine at the University of Bristol, Mr Kural underwent surgical training in Australia, Bristol and Plymouth before commencing his career in the Plastic Surgery field in 1997. Mr Kural undertook a number of fellowships including, Mentor International Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at King Edward VII Hospital, London; North West Aesthetic Fellowship in Chester, Liverpool and Manchester; One year Oncoplastic fellowship in Toronto, Canada (breast and head and neck surgery); two year fellowship in Canniesburn Hospital, Glasgow (head and neck and facial plastics).

Mr Kural gained experience in the Plastic Surgery units of Plymouth and Bristol; he then spent a further two years in the Canniesburn Plastic Surgery Unit, Glasgow as a head and neck fellow. Mr Kural subsequently went on to complete a higher doctorate (MD) in head and neck surgery. Following this, Mr Kural completed his speciality plastic surgery training programme in the North West, leading to a further qualification from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS plast) and subsequently the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT). In 2007 Mr Kural took up a consultant post in the NHS in 2007 and having retired from the NHS in 2013 now provides plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic treatments from his private practice based at the BMI Alexandra in Cheadle.

Mr Kural is internationally respected and is a leading figure within the Plastic Surgery industry. Over the course of his career, Mr Kural has published numerous articles both nationally and internationally and has presented across the globe on over 200 occasions. Mr Kural has organized various international conferences and instructional courses in addition. Mr Kural is currently a mentor for BAAPS and currently provides anatomical cadaveric workshops for aesthetic training

In day to day practice, Mr Kural provides an individualized approach to each of his patients. All patients are fully informed of the pros, cons and risks of surgery and a detailed consenting process is undertaken to ensure patients are fully informed. In order to provide optimal results, Mr Kural applies the newest most innovative techniques in his practice.

Ipek KESKİN serves as the After Care Services Manager at Aktif International Hospitals, overseeing the provision of essential support and care for patients after discharge. Widely recognized for extensive experience in the healthcare sector and leadership skills, [Full Name] leads a team to provide necessary assistance and care for the well-being of patients post-discharge.

Mrs. Ipek's career began at [Hospital Name] in 2018, and since then, they have gained experience in various aspects of healthcare. Under the leadership of İpek KESKİN, the After Care Services team offers comprehensive support for patients continuing care at home or in the community after discharge.

With a focus on patient comfort and health, Aktif International Hospitals specializes in directing after care processes, supporting recovery, and guiding families. Additionally, Mrs İpek collaborates with healthcare professionals to develop and implement various programs to ensure the effectiveness and safety of treatment during home care.

During their tenure as the After Care Services Manager at Aktif International Hospitals, Mrs. İpek has been dedicated to providing tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of patients, aiming to enhance the quality of healthcare services and contribute to community health.

Education:

Ankara Bilkent City Hospital Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (Speciality 2016-2022)

Foreign Language:

Professional Experiences:

Tekirdag City Hospital (2022-2024)

Ankara Bilkent City Hospital (2019-2022)

Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital (2016-2019)

Medical Interests:

Tummy Tuck

Liposuction/ Fat grafting applications

Education:

Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (Speciality – 2017-2022)

Foreign Language:

Professional Experiences:

Iskenderun State Hospital (2022-2024)

Pamukkale University Hospital (2017-2022)

Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital (2017)

Feke District Integrated Hospital (2016-2017)

Malazgirt District Hospital (2014-2016)

Medical Interests:

Reconstructive surgery

Kate serves as the Medical Consultation Supervisor and Doctor Assistant at Aktif International Hospitals. Specializing in patients' medical consultations, she takes on significant responsibilities and provides guidance in both pre-operative and post-operative processes. Widely recognized for her extensive experience and leadership skills in the healthcare sector, Kate is specialized in patient consultations and medical advisory processes, actively engaging in this field.

Under Kate's leadership, patients receive the necessary information and guidance during the pre-operative phase, and support and care are provided during the post-operative phase to aid in their recovery. Aktif International Hospitals specialize in directing patient consultation processes, assisting doctors before and after surgeries, and monitoring patients' health conditions. Additionally, Mrs. Kate facilitates effective communication between patients and doctors, contributing to the successful implementation of treatment plans.

Throughout her tenure at Aktif International Hospitals, Mrs. Kate has been dedicated to meeting patients' needs and optimizing treatment processes by providing tailored solutions.

Anji Aslan serves as the Medical Consultation Supervisor and Doctor Assistant at Aktif International Hospitals. Specializing in patients' medical consultations, she takes on significant responsibilities and provides guidance in both pre-operative and post-operative processes. Widely recognized for her extensive experience and leadership skills in the healthcare sector, Anji is specialized in patient consultations and medical advisory processes, actively engaging in this field.

Under Anji's leadership, patients receive the necessary information and guidance during the pre-operative phase, and support and care are provided during the post-operative phase to aid in their recovery. Aktif International Hospitals specialize in directing patient consultation processes, assisting doctors before and after surgeries, and monitoring patients' health conditions. Additionally, Mrs. Anji facilitates effective communication between patients and doctors, contributing to the successful implementation of treatment plans.

Throughout her tenure at Aktif International Hospitals, Mrs. Anji has been dedicated to meeting patients' needs and optimizing treatment processes by providing tailored solutions.

Education:

Haydarpasa Numune Hospital Neurosurgery (Speciality)

Professional Experiences:

Yalova State Hospital (21 Years)

Medical Interests:

Traditional and Alternative Medicine Treatments

Uludag University Faculty of Medicine

Istanbul PTT Hospital (Speciality)

Professional Experience:

Aktif International Hospital Çiftlikköy (Ongoing)

Istanbul PTT Hospital

Yalova State Hospital

Medical Interests:

Rhinology

Professional Memberships:

Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Association

Turkish Society of Facial Plastic Surgery

Medical Chamber

Training, Course, Certificates:

Rhinoplasty

Radiofrequency, Laser Applications

Firat University Faculty of Medicine (2004-2010)

Fırat University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology (Speciality – 2011-2015)

Professional Experiences:

Aktif International Hospital Kocaeli (Continuing)

Bandırma State Hospital ENT Specialist

Bingöl State Hospital ENT Specialist

Fırat University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Research Assistant

Arapgir State Hospital General Practitioner

Medical Interests:

Rhinoplasty

Septoplasty

Otoplasty

Concha radiofrequency

Adenoidectomy

Tonsillectomy

Myringotomy

Endoscopic sinus surgery

Tympanoplasty

Academic Publications:

Domestic Publications

Tuberculosis of the maxillary sinus. Erol Keles, Turgut Karlıdağ, Nida Demirpolat, Mehmet Özden. Turk Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2012; 50: 28-31

Proceedings

Domestic Poster Proceedings

Surgical Treatment of Nasal Septal Perforations: Analysis of 72 Cases Turgut Karlıdağ, Erol Keleş, İrfan Kaygusuz, Şinasi Yalçın, Yavuz Sultan Selim Yıldırım, İsrafil Orhan, Nida Demirpolat. Turkish National Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress.

Maxillary Sinus Tuberculosis: Case Report Erol Keleş, Turgut Karlıdağ, Nida Demirpolat, Mehmet Özden Turkish National Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress.

“Aural Miasis; A Rare Cause of Otalgia in Infant”, Nida Demirpolat, Övsen Önay International Congress of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.

Domestic Oral Presentations

Plasma Free Carnitine Levels in Allergic Rhinitis and Their Relationship with Symptoms Nida Demirpolat, Erol Keleş, Nevin İlhan, Şinasi Yalçın, İrfan Kaygusuz, Turgut Karlıdağ, Hatice Hazan Sönmez 35th Turkish National Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress.

Vitamin D Receptor Levels in Multinodular Goitre and Thy. Papillary Cancer Rabia Efe Çilibaş, Erol Keleş, Mehmet Mustafa Akın, Hüseyin Kafadar, Şinasi Yalçın, İrfan Kaygusuz, Turgut Karlıdağ, Nida Demirpolat 35th Turkish National Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress.

Congress Participations:

Turkish National Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress. 10-14 October 2012, Antalya.

Euphrates Tigris Basin ENT-BBC Meeting 3-5 April 2015, Diyarbakır

Turkish National Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Congress. 28 October-1 November 2015, Antalya.

Facial Plastic Surgery Association 12th National Meeting. 6-8 December 2018

Course Participations:

Temporal Bone Dissection Course. 19-20 April 2013, Elazığ.

Innovations in Tympanoplasty and Live Surgery Applications. Euphrates-Tigris Basin ENT and BBC Association. 28-29 August 2013, Elazığ.

Temporal Bone Dissection Course.23-24 September 2017, Elazığ

Facial Plastic Surgery Association 2nd Non-Invasive Facial Rejuvenation Course 5 December 2018

Meetings Attended as an Instructor:

Newborn Hearing Screening Practitioner Training. 25-26 April 2018, Bingöl.

Education:

Kartal City Hospital Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (Speciality)

Professional Experiences:

Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital

Gungoren Community Health Centre

Amasya Merzifon Kara Mustafa Pasha State Hospital

Amasya Merzifon Kara Mustafa Pasha State Hospital

Mother and Child Health Planning Centre (AÇSAP)

Medical Interests:

Septoplasty

Eyelid aesthetics (Blepharoplasty)

Ear aesthetics (Otoplasty)

Lip lift

Buccal fat removal (Bichectomy)

Filling

Adenoid tonsillectomy

Tympanoplasty

Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine (2008-2014)

Selcuk University Faculties of Medicine (2015-2015)

Abant Izzet Baysal University Faculty of Medicine (2016-2019)

Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine (2019-2019)

Foreign language: English

Professional Interests:

Nose Filling,

Lip fillers

Bt. applications,

Hair transplantation,

Hair treatments without transplantation,

S. C. applications,

Mesotherapy applications,

P.r.p applications,

Whole face filling applications

Professional Memberships and Certificates:

Turkish Medical Association

Medical aesthetic medicine association

Hundred cadaver workshop

Getat Mesotherapy application certificate