Dr. Ali Emre Aksu

Prof. Dr. Ali Emre Aksu, born on April 11, 1967, in Ankara, Turkey, is a medical professional with a career in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery. His academic journey commenced at Galatasaray High School, followed by a degree in Medicine from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English), where he earned his Doctor of Medicine title in 1992. He further specialized in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at the same university, completing his training in 2000.

Dr. Aksu's professional tenure at Hacettepe University, from 2000 to 2008, was marked by his roles as a lecturer and later as Head of the Hand Surgery Department. His specific focus areas included Hand Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery. In 2004-2005, he enriched his expertise through a research fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery Research Center in the United States, delving into advanced studies involving stem cells in tissue engineering and transplantation.

He was honored with the title of Associate Professor in 2010 and elevated to the rank of Professor in 2018, reflecting his significant contributions to the field. Dr. Aksu's medical interests span a broad spectrum, including hand and upper extremity diseases and surgeries, congenital anomalies, skin tumors, breast reconstruction, and various facial and body plastic surgery interventions. He holds specialized certificates in Hand Surgery and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, showcasing his comprehensive expertise.

• M.D.: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (English), Ankara, Turkey, 1992.
• Specialization: Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery, Hacettepe University Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Ankara, Turkey, 1994-2000.
• Research Fellow: University of Pittsburgh, USA, Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (2004-2005).

• Lecturer, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (2000-2008).
• Research Fellow, University of Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery Research Center, USA (2004-2005).
• Associate Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Hacettepe University (2010-2018).
• Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Hacettepe University (2018-2021).
• Head of the Department of Hand Surgery, Hacettepe University Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (2012-2021).
• Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (Freelance), Hacettepe University (Aug 2021 - Present).

• Research Fellow,University of Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery Research Center, USA, 2004-2005.
• Lecturer and Head of Hand Surgery Department, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 2012-2021.