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Engin Ocal

Plastic Surgeon

Istanbul, Turkey

Work experience: over 15 years

Michelle

Rhinoplasty

I traveled from Canada to have rhinoplasty with Dr. Ocal after seeing his work online. I contacted him to get more information about making an appointment for surgery, and right away Dr. Vadim helped me with every detail. He spoke excellent English and answered all my questions in detail. I was very nervous about booking, but he made sure I had all the information I needed: surgery plan, travel details, and even a detailed travel schedule. He also inquired about my well-being after the surgery. When I arrived at the Doku clinic, it was absolutely amazing. Very clean and very friendly staff. The girls who assisted me answered all my questions and helped me fill out forms. The nurses were very attentive and kind and always checked to make sure I was okay. I was always taken care of. My appointment with Dr. Ocal was wonderful. He is very friendly and as you can see is very experienced. He showed me a 3D scan of my nose and answered all my questions before surgery. After surgery, he also made sure I was okay and showed me before and after pictures of my nose so I didn't have to wait a week to look at it. At my follow-up appointment when I had the patch removed, he gave me detailed information on how to care for my nose and reassured me about the swelling. I highly recommend Dr. Ocal and his staff at Doku Clinic. They are very kind, helpful and are experts at what they do! Thank you all!

29/10/2024

Zsuzsanna Wellner

Rhinoplasty

A dream come true I have never felt so calm and confident. From the very beginning, I knew I was in good hands. My big dream was to have rhinoplasty and breathe normally again. Dr. Vadim was incredible: he recommended Dr. Engin Ocal, organized everything and constantly asked me how I was feeling, answered all my questions and helped to dispel my doubts. He has been a real support, a friend that I can always trust while still being a true professional. The results have exceeded my expectations and I have peace of mind knowing that I can turn to him if the need arises. I am sure that our cooperation will continue and I am truly grateful for his care, support and professionalism. Thank you!

09/10/2024

Florin Lupu

plastic surgery

Dr. Engin and his team, thank you very much for everything you have done for me, I am very very pleased with the results. Dr. Engin is an artist in what he does and is very easy to communicate with. This is the best clinic I've been to. A team of professionals will answer all your questions! I recommend this doctor, trust him 100%.

Hazal Şerifoglu

Blepharoplasty

When our paths crossed with Engin Okal, I completely trusted his experience and entrusted the entire process to him. Thanks to his attentive, caring and detailed approach, my upper and lower eyelid surgery went smoothly and pleasantly. Thank you for your efforts on my beauty journey.

Melek Koc

Breast augementation

Dr. Engin Okal is definitely the best in this field. Both the organization (hotel, transfer, meetings) and the procedure itself went very smoothly, and the result was simply excellent. I could have been discharged on the day of surgery (breast augmentation) - I felt so good. The pain after surgery is similar to muscle pain and does not limit my daily life at all. Many thanks also to the anesthesiologist and the entire team, who lovingly care for the patients.

Diana Lupu

septorhinoplasty

A week ago I had a septorhinoplasty with Dr. Engin Okal and all I can say is that I made the best choice. Firstly, that I contacted the best medical services in Turkey, and secondly, that I found a doctor who performed this operation somehow completely normally and without fear. Mr. Dr. Engin is a calm person who tells you to be realistic and have expectations according to your facial proportions. Regardless of the situation, come to Dr. Engin and you will definitely be very satisfied.

Maria De la Torre

rhinoplasty

I would definitely do this again. Fast recovery without discomfort, completely natural results. Without a doubt an excellent doctor who is fully recommended, especially for his good work and human qualities.

Maria Nguyen

Breast augmentation Engin Ocal

I recently had my breast augmentation by a doctor. Let Engin do it, and I’m more than satisfied! I was picked up straight from the airport and taken to the hotel. The next day was the last meeting before the operation and the next morning we started. I was in the hospital for 1 day and was well taken care of. The follow-up examination was on the third or fourth day and once again everything was discussed about taking medications, what to pay attention to in the future, etc. Overall, I am more than satisfied with the doctor. Engin has decided! A more than competent and serious doctor who clearly understands his work. Also a big thank you to his assistant, who always answered all my questions.

Iman Balta

rhinoplasty

Hello everyone... I would like to share with you my experience with the wonderful Mr. Engin Ocal. I hope I can allay some of your fears. A year ago I had rhinoplasty with another doctor in Istanbul. Without doing any real research, I flew there and this doctor stupidly did my nose. It turned out to be a complete disaster and nothing changed on my nose at all. The operation took place in September last year. Unfortunately, I had an accident in December and my operated nose was broken. It was completely crooked and for me my world was truly shattered. I really had to fight back tears because I felt so ugly. Rhinoplasty in Germany was too expensive for me, so I decided to get my nose fixed again in Turkey, despite the fact that I had a bad doctor before. By chance I found a wonderful gentleman, Engin Okala, on the Internet... I can't tell you how glad I am that I found this doctor. I immediately contacted the wonderful assistant Zeynep. She immediately seemed nice to me and answered all my questions. After that, I decided to fly to Turkey in mid-August. I was greeted so warmly. Of course, I had doubts whether I would be lucky again with the doctor and whether my nose would not be what I would like. I can only tell you that I am so happy. It turned out exactly how I wanted, even more beautiful. Again, straight and I really have a slightly snub nose :))) I would like to express my deep gratitude to Mr. Engin Ocal and his wonderful assistant Zeynep. I'm very glad I met you. You made my dream come true. Now all I have to do is wait for the swelling to go down and then a new chapter will begin. Thank you so much for this beautiful nose. Your Iman-Jansu from Hamburg :)

alen geçer

rhinoplasty

They were very attentive before and after the surgery and my questions never went unanswered. He answered all our questions in a very clear language, using a scientific approach, and performed the operation successfully (we had the operation with two friends). We did the nose job, you won't have any question marks, you don't even have to say what you want your nose to be, the result is a nose that suits your face very well :) Definitely recommend.

Kawtar Elarssaoui

Septorinoplasty

I came in for septorinoplasty and everything went great. Extremely professional and clean clinic. Thanks to Siban who organized everything for me and answered all my questions. Also Dr. Engin Ocjal was very knowledgeable and professional. Even though the swelling has not completely gone down yet, my nose looks amazing.

01/07/2023

Richard Tong

rhinoplasty

It was a wonderful adventure. I was nervous about traveling to another country for aesthetic surgery, especially because I had not been to Istanbul, Turkey before. The Doku Medical representative, Siban, was very polite, extremely knowledgeable and friendly, she helped me understand all the details of the procedure and also explained how well I would be cared for before and after the surgery. Dr. Engin Ocjal, who performed my nose surgery, proved to be incredibly experienced in dealing with difficult cases. My nose needed fixing (had surgery a long time ago but was not satisfied). I and all my friends and family are very happy with my new nose. Everyone can't wait to come back to Doku Medical for further help. I recommend to everyone. Thank you, especially to Siban and Dr. Engin Ocal.

09/02/2023

Plastic Surgeon

Work experience: over 15 years

Achievements and awards

Doctor of the Year - Ministry of Health Congress, Duzje (2014)

Best experimental study in the Expert category: a model of prefabricated bone-nerve islet valves, Trabzon (09/15/2010)

Certified Turkish and European plastic surgeon.

Author of international publications.

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Neck lift / liposuction

Mammoplasty

Blepharoplasty

Browlifting

Ear plastic surgery

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About the Doctor

Specialization

Dr. Engin Okal is a specialist in plastic surgery, which includes procedures to enhance appearance and correct defects. His specialties include:

Breast plastic surgery such as breast lift, reduction, implant reconstruction and revision, as well as correction of inverted nipples and nipple/areola reduction.
Rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty to improve the shape and function of the nose.
Septoplasty to correct nasal septal defects.
The use of cheek, nose, chin and jaw fillers and dermal fillers to improve facial contours.
And, of course, correction of lip shape and volume with fillers.

Education

From 2000 to 2006, Engin Ocal studied at the Faculty of Medicine in Istanbul, where his grade point average at graduation was 3.63 out of 4.00.
From 2006 to 2013, he studied at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, specializing in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. His thesis investigated the effect of ozone oil on capsule formation.

Professional experience

From 2013 to 2015, Engin Ocal worked at the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department of Düzce Atatürk State Hospital.
From 2015 to 2017, he worked at Esteworld Etiler Plastic Surgery Hospital.
From 2017 to present, he is a plastic surgeon at Memorial Hospital.
The doctor also holds appointments at Doku Medical Clinic

Training

“Orthognathic Surgery Planning” course at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine.
Burns Treatment” course at Gulhane Military Medical Academy.
Course on “Maxillofacial Surgery” at Gulhane Military Medical Academy. Gulhane.
Non Invasive Surgery” course conducted by ISAPS and TPRECD in Istanbul.
Microsurgery course at Zurich Medical University Hospital.
Lip and palate clefting course at Hacettepe University Medical Faculty in Ankara.
The third course of plastic surgery in Antalya.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Course at the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing, China.
Fifth Rhinoplasty Course conducted by Turkish Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in Ankara.
Advanced functional and aesthetic rhinoplasty course in Stuttgart, Germany.

Certifications

European Certified Plastic Surgeon
Turkish Certified Plastic Surgeon

International Publications

Engin Ocal’s scientific research focuses on plastic and reconstructive surgery, particularly on skin and bone flaps, as well as nasal reconstruction and microcirculation studies.

Here is a brief analysis of his main works:

1. Evaluation of patients undergoing nasal reconstruction after removal of non-melanoma skin cancer. Uzun H, Bitik O, Kamburoglu H.O., Dadaci M, Calis M, Ocal E.J. Craniofac Surg. Jun 2015; 26(4): 1299-303. DOI: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000001563.

The 2015 article evaluates patients who underwent nasal reconstruction surgery after non-melanoma tumor removal. Ocal and his colleagues investigated the factors contributing to the success of such surgeries, focusing on aesthetic and functional outcomes, which are crucial for improving patients’ quality of life.

2. Influence of hyperhomocysteinemia on the microcirculation of skin flaps. Kamburoglu HO, Uzun H, Bitik O, Ersoy US, Ocal E, Calis M, Sonmez E, Safak T, Pinar A, Atilla P. Plast Reconstr Surg. September 2011; 128(3): 124e-130e. DOI: 10.1097 / PRS.0b013e318221db4d.

The 2011 study explores how elevated homocysteine levels affect microcirculation in skin flaps. This research deepens the understanding of vascular disorders and can improve outcomes for patients needing transplants or reconstructive surgeries, especially in complex cases with compromised circulation.

3. New flap design: prefabricated neuroosseous flap. Kamburoglu HO, Safak T, Ersoy US, Ocal E, Evrenos MK, Sonmez E, Peksoy I, Atilla P, Nur Cakar A. Ann Plast Surg. 2013 March; 70(3):317-23. DOI: 10.1097 / SAP.0b013e318228e2b4.

In 2013, Engin Ocal introduced a new flap design that includes both nerve and bone, significantly enhancing reconstructive surgery options, particularly in cases requiring both bone and nerve restoration. This innovative solution improves innervation and graft integration, which may speed up recovery.

4. Finished model of the bone and skin flap of the neural island. Sonmez E., Ocal E., Konas E., Hekimoglu R., Korkusuz P., Dadachi M., Safak T. Ann Plast Surg. Nov 2011; 67(5): 510-5. DOI: 10.1097 / SAP.0b013e31820660d8.

The 2011 publication introduces a new neuro-island osteocutaneous flap model. This method allows for higher-quality reconstructions and enhances tissue integration, making it useful for complex facial and limb reconstructive surgeries.

Membership in professional organizations

ISAPS – International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Clinic where the doctor performs surgeries

Doku Medikal Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Clinic

Doku Medikal Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Clinic

Turkey, Istanbul