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1. Opal Private Clinic
Located in the heart of Kadıköy, Opal Clinic stands out with its expertise in botox applications and personalized solutions. The clinic’s medical aesthetics doctors hold prestigious certifications such as the International Medical Aesthetics Certificate (IMCAS). The expert team carefully analyzes each individual’s needs and performs botox treatments for aesthetic, medical, or hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) purposes with great precision.
All botox products used at Opal Clinic are FDA-approved and CE-certified, and all procedures are carried out in accordance with the highest standards in terms of both safety and long-term satisfaction. Each botox treatment is planned according to the individual’s facial features, health condition, and expectations, ensuring natural and well-balanced results.
Led by Esra Başçın, who brings her experience from prestigious clinics in Paris and London to Turkey, Opal Clinic adopts international standards in hygiene, safety, and expertise. This vision, which carries the international success achieved at Hermest Hair Transplant Clinic to Kadıköy, continues to position Opal Clinic as a remarkable medical aesthetics center not only in Turkey but also across Europe.
2. Dr. Göknil Gültekin, MD
Dr. Göknil Gültekin graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (English Program) between 2011-2017. After successfully completing her medical education, she received her specialization training in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Başkent University between 2018-2023. During this period, she gained significant experience both academically and clinically.
Following her specialization, Dr. Göknil Gültekin fulfilled her compulsory public service as an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Specialist at Kars Harakani State Hospital between 2023-2024. In 2024, she was accepted into the fellowship program at the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery, where she received advanced training in facial aesthetics. In the same year, she worked on rhinoplasty, facelifts, and facial aesthetic injections at MyFace Clinic in Lisbon.
Throughout her education, Dr. Göknil Gültekin also gained international experience. Between 2013-2014, she was an observer at Harvard Medical School – Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Between 2016-2017, she participated in clinical practices as an intern doctor at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Göknil Gültekin is a member of several prestigious professional organizations, including the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery and the Turkish Facial Plastic Surgery Association. She is also a member of the European Confederation of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. In November 2022, she successfully passed the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery exam and was awarded the title of Fellow.
She currently provides medical services at AKM Clinic in Beşiktaş, Istanbul.
3. Dr. Mutlu Adıgüzel, MD
I was born in İzmir in 1990. In 2008, I was admitted to Ege University Faculty of Medicine and graduated in 2014.
I then completed my medical specialization in the field of medical biochemistry at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. I participated in various research studies on anti-aging and healthy aging. Aesthetics and beauty have always been areas of great interest and importance to me, and during this period, I focused on mesotherapy in the field of aesthetics and attended numerous courses and training programs related to this field.
Afterwards, I enrolled in and successfully completed the mesotherapy master program at University of Camerino, one of the oldest universities in Italy. I worked for 3 years at a private aesthetic clinic in Nişantaşı.
My main goal has always been to help my patients age healthily and achieve a more natural and improved appearance for their age through non-surgical aesthetic procedures such as mesotherapy and PRP. While the expectations of my clients and patient satisfaction are always my priority, I prefer aesthetic treatments that preserve the individual’s natural beauty and avoid excessive interventions.
I am currently providing services at Ophely Clinic in Nişantaşı, Şişli, Istanbul.
4. Dr. Eda Özkara Mersinlioğlu, MD
After completing his primary and secondary education in Antakya, he was admitted to Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and began his medical education. In 2003, the same year he graduated from medical school, he successfully passed the medical specialization exam and started his residency in General Surgery at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital.
Between 2008-2009, he received training in cancer surgery and organ transplantation at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann hospitals in Houston, United States. After returning to Turkey, he ranked first in Turkey in the subspecialty examination for general surgeons held in 2009. Following this achievement, he completed his training in Gastroenterological Surgery (digestive system surgery) at Turkey High Specialization Hospital between 2009-2012.
In 2012, he became one of the youngest Gastroenterological Surgeons in Turkey and was appointed to Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital. Between 2012-2018, he delivered numerous lectures to Marmara University Faculty of Medicine students and general surgery residents, and took part in many educational activities for both patients and surgeons. He worked in advanced laparoscopic surgery, obesity and metabolic surgery, and also played an active role in the establishment of organ transplantation and inflammatory bowel disease surgery units. In March 2017, he was awarded the title of Associate Professor after successfully passing the required examination.
In 2017, he successfully completed a revisional obesity surgery course held in Belgium. Throughout his career, he has worked in centers performing more than 2,000 surgeries annually, reaching thousands of patients. A study he conducted in 2012 was awarded the “Best Young Researcher” prize by the International Transplantation Congress. He has been invited as a speaker to numerous national and international congresses. He was awarded a certificate of appreciation for patient satisfaction by the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate. He has also delivered patient education seminars on obesity and metabolic surgery and received certificates of appreciation.
He organized courses in obesity and metabolic surgery in 2015 and 2017, contributing to the education of his colleagues. He is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association, Gastroenterological Surgery Association, Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association, Turkish Obesity Surgery Association, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO). Samet Yardımcı has a good command of English. His special interests include obesity and metabolic surgery, reflux surgery, inflammatory bowel disease surgery, and tumor surgery. In his field, he has authored chapters in medical books and conducted numerous studies published both nationally and internationally. Since March 2018, he has been continuing his work at Medical Park Pendik Hospital.
5. Dr. Ersin Aydın, MD
Dermatologist Dr. Ersin Aydın began his professional career in 2012 after successfully completing his specialization in Dermatology at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.
He has completed numerous trainings in the field of dermatology both domestically and internationally. Dr. Ersin Aydın has served as a trainer and moderator in aesthetic and cosmetic procedures at national and international congresses. He has also provided training to many fellow Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons who have visited his clinic.
Dermatologist Dr. Ersin Aydın is a member of the Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dermatology Association, Turkish Dermatology Association, Skin and Venereal Diseases Association, Cosmetology and Dermatology Academy Association, Ankara Skin and Venereal Diseases Association, Turkish Pediatric Dermatology Association, and the Turkish Medical Association Istanbul Medical Chamber.
He is currently providing medical services at his private clinic in Bakırköy, Istanbul.
