Emre Türkmen

With rhinoplasty planning that spans open, closed, ultrasonic, and revision techniques, Op. Dr. Emre Türkmen helps patients match the surgical approach to their anatomy and goals. As a specialist at the clinic, he is an otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon and is a member of TSPRAS. His medically reviewed HayatMed Clinic articles cover topics international patients ask about most—how the open vs closed approach changes recovery and what to consider when planning travel after surgery. For patients looking at nasal reshaping and facial aesthetics in Istanbul, he also reviews guidance on cat eye surgery (canthoplasty) and rhinoplasty recovery timelines updated in 2026.

Education

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Work experience

• Otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery practice at the clinic; 17 years of experience (as stated in medically reviewed HayatMed Clinic content).

Clinical focus and techniques

Emre Türkmen’s clinical focus is rhinoplasty and facial aesthetics, with technique selection tailored to complexity and desired outcomes.

• Open rhinoplasty—used when anatomy requires direct surgical access.
• Closed rhinoplasty—an internal approach option discussed in the clinic’s open vs closed guidance.
• Ultrasonic rhinoplasty—described in the clinic’s rhinoplasty technique content.
• Revision rhinoplasty—when prior rhinoplasty needs functional or aesthetic correction.
• Ethnic rhinoplasty—addressing culturally specific nasal aesthetics.
• Canthoplasty (“cat eye surgery”)—to reposition or tighten the lateral canthal tendon for an upward eye contour.

Professional societies and certifications

• TSPRAS (member) — facial plastic surgery membership as stated in medically reviewed clinic content.
• Board-certified surgeon — stated in the medically reviewed HayatMed Clinic profile snippets.

Academic output

His medically reviewed role on multiple HayatMed Clinic articles supports patient education on rhinoplasty recovery, technique differences, and travel safety planning.

Courses and advanced training

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Awards and recognition

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Languages are not specified in the available evidence. He practices at the clinic in Istanbul, and his medically reviewed guidance is designed for international patients planning surgery abroad, including recovery timelines and travel considerations. For patients who want a structured plan before flying, requesting a consultation with the clinic team is presented as the next step.