Dr. Ayhan Numanoglu

Dr. Numanoglu embarked on his medical journey at Istanbul University, where he earned his medical degree between 1964 and 1970. Following this, his pursuit of specialized training led him to the Gulhane Military Faculty of Medicine. There, from 1974 to 1980, he focused on Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, sharpening his skills and knowledge in the field.

His professional career encompasses a range of roles in diverse healthcare settings. Notably, Dr. Numanoglu held positions at the Turkish Armed Forces, specifically at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy in Ankara, Turkey, from 1964 to 1990. His tenure there speaks to his commitment to medical practice in a discipline that demands precision and an in-depth understanding of reconstructive procedures.

Furthermore, Dr. Numanoglu has had significant experience in various educational institutions. He dedicated over two decades to Marmara University Medical School, commencing in March 1990 and extending through May 2014. During this period, he was instrumental in the establishment of the Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, where he assumed the role of Founding Chairman.

• M.D.: Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey, 1964 - 1970.
• Residency: General Surgery, Gulhane Military Medical Faculty and Academy, Ankara, Turkey, June 1974 - June 1978.
• Fellowship: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Gulhane Military Medical Faculty and Academy, Ankara, Turkey, June 1978 - June 1980.

• Prof of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Private Academic Hospital, October 2014 - Present
• Founding Chairman and Professor, Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Department, Marmara University Medical School, March 1990 - May 2014 (24 years 3 months)
• Assoc Prof Dr, Turkish Armed Forces, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara, Turkey, 1964 - 1990 (26 years)
• SHAPE Medical Center, Mons, Belgium, August 1980 - August 1983 (3 years 1 month)
• Visiting Professor, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry, 1994-1997
• Department of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium, September 1980 - August 1983
• Wayne State University, Harper Hospital, Department of Surgery, Craniofacial Surgery Institute, Providence Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, USA, 1 January 1993- 1 March 1993
• Emory University Department of Plastic Surgery, Atlanta, Georgia, USA, October 1, 1997 - November 1, 1997
• New York University Department of Plastic Surgery, Manhattan Ear, Eye and Throat Hospital, New York, USA, 1 November 1997 - 1 December 1997
• Wayne State University, Harper Hospital, Department of Plastic Surgery, Craniofacial Surgery Institute, Providence Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, USA, December 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
• NATO Headquarters Şirinyer İzmir, 1 September 1971- 1 June 1974
• Shape Medical Center (NATO Hospital), Mons, Belgium, 13 August 1980 - 19 August 1983
• Gümüşsuyu Military Hospital Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Specialist, Istanbul, September 1983 - March 1985