Metin Kerem

Dr. Metin Kerem

Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

  • Istanbul, Turkey
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkish, English

Overview

Dr. Metin Kerem is a highly respected and sought-after plastic surgeon, known for his exceptional surgical skills and dedication to his patients. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Dr. Kerem has established himself as one of the leading experts in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery.Born in Ankara, Turkey, in 1977, Dr. Kerem pursued his passion for medicine by enrolling at Gazi University's Faculty of Medicine after completing his secondary education at Ankara's ankaya Mil

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About Doctor Metin Kerem

Dr. Metin Kerem is a highly respected and sought-after plastic surgeon, known for his exceptional surgical skills and dedication to his patients. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Dr. Kerem has established himself as one of the leading experts in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery.

Born in Ankara, Turkey, in 1977, Dr. Kerem pursued his passion for medicine by enrolling at Gazi University's Faculty of Medicine after completing his secondary education at Ankara's ankaya Milli Piyango High School. He graduated in 2001 with a degree in medicine and began his residency at Ankara Numune Research and Training Hospital in the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery.

During his residency, Dr. Kerem honed his surgical skills and gained extensive experience in a range of procedures, including aesthetic, reconstructive, and hand surgery. He also authored 15 international articles, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of plastic surgery through research.

After completing his residency in July 2007, Dr. Kerem was assigned to the State Hospital in southeastern Turkey for mandatory governmental service under Turkish medical law. He established the first plastic surgery clinic in the region, where he completed a number of noteworthy cases, earning him a reputation as a skilled and compassionate surgeon.

Dr. Kerem's contributions to the field of plastic surgery have been widely recognized. In 2008, he was named a fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS) for his achievements in the sector, and he received the EU quality recognition.

Following his mandatory governmental service, Dr. Kerem completed his military service as a lieutenant plastic surgeon in Kyrenia Military Hospital, North Cyprus. He has since continued to advance his international scientific career, presenting talks at numerous national and international conferences.

In addition to his extensive surgical training and experience, Dr. Kerem has also received non-surgical aesthetics training in London, hands-on face lifting training in Vienna, and stem cell enriched fat injection training from Dr. Steve Cohen in the United States. He has presented talks on stem cell enriched fat transfers in Dubai and Kuwait, demonstrating his commitment to staying at the forefront of his field.

Dr. Kerem currently runs his own aesthetic surgery clinic in Istanbul, where he continues to provide his patients with exceptional care and cutting-edge surgical techniques. He has authored 17 international scientific papers and is a member of several professional organizations in the field of plastic surgery.

When he is not working, Dr. Kerem enjoys pursuing his hobbies, including snowboarding, sailing, and listening to rock music. He is a devoted husband and father of one, and his compassion and dedication to his patients have earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and patients alike.

  • Medical: MD, Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, 2001
  • Residency: Plastic &Reconstructive Surgery, Ankara Numune Research and Training Hospital, Ankara, Turkey, 2007
  • 2019: Regenerative Medicine & Fat Grafting  by Dr. Steve Cohen, San Diego, USA
  • 2019: J&J EMEA Breast Care Surgical Excellence Symposium, Hamburg, Germany
  • 2018: 6th İstanbul Advanced Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2018: 10th Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2017: Vienna Masterclass Hands-on Face-lift Dissection Course, Vienna, Austria
  • 2017: 5th İstanbul Advanced Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2017: 9th Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2016: 4th İstanbul Advanced Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2016: 8th Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • Allergan Medical Institute 1st Standalone Course on Facial Injections, London
  • 2015: 3rd İstanbul Advanced Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2015: 7th Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2014: 2nd İstanbul Advanced Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2014: 6th Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2013: Istanbul Advanced Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey 
  • 2013: 5th Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2012: 4th Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2011: İstanbul International Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2011: 3rd Eurasian Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2008: EBOPRAS 17th European Course in Plastic Surgery, Zagreb, Croatia
  • 2008: 1st Plastic Surgery School, TSPS Rhinoplasty Course, İstanbul, Turkey
  • 2007: 29th National Plastic Surgery Congress-Laser Course, Eskişehir, Turkey
  • ISAPS 10th Eurasian Aesthetic Surgery Istanbul, Turkey, 2018
  •  Anatomical-Surgical Hands-on Dissection, Masterclass, Vienna, Austria, 2017
  •  ISAPS 9th Eurasian Aesthetic Surgery Istanbul, Turkey, 2017
  •  Allergan Medical Institute, London, UK, 2016
  •  Mentor Excellence in Breast Surgery, Dubai, UAE, 2014
  • Quality Recognition, European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, 2008
  • International Society of Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ISAPS)
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  • Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (TSPS)
  • Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Society Turkey (EPCD)
  • Eser C, Kerem M, Olguner AA, Gencel E, Kesiktas E. “A new technique for the surgical repair of double cleft earlobe: modified Millard’s rotation advancement flap” Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2015 Mar;44(3):374-6
  • Yıldırım Y, Kerem M, Köroğlu Ç, Tolun A. “A homozygous 237-kb deletion at 1p31 identified as the locus for midline cleft of the upper and lower lip in a consanguineous family” Eur J Hum Genet 2014 Mar;22(3):333-7
  • Unlü RE, Altun S, Kerem M, Koç MN. “Is it really necessary to make wide excisions for basal cell carcinoma treatment?” J Craniofac Surg. 2009 Nov;20(6):1989-91.
  • Altun S, Uraloğlu M, Kerem M, Alhan B. “Anatomical study of the ulnar dorsal artery and design of a new retrograde ulnar dorsal flap.” Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009 Jun;123(6):1888-9; author reply 1889-90.
  • Uraloğlu M, Kerem M, Arpac E. “Arterial and venous anatomy of deep inferior epigastric perforator and superficial inferior epigastric artery flaps.” Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009 Jun;123(6):1883.
  • Orbay H, Kerem M, Ünlü RE, Comert A, Tuccar E, Sensoz O. “Maxillary Artery: anatomical landmarks and relationship with mandibular subcondyl” Plast Reconstr Surg. 2007 Dec;120(7):1865-70.
  • Ünlü RE, Kerem M, Tug M, Orbay H, Sensoz O. “Prefabrication of a conjoint flap containing xenogenic tissues: a preliminary report on an experimental model” J Craniofac Surg. 2007 Nov;18(6):1451-6.
  • Ozdemir A, Kerem M, Unlü RE, Sensöz O. “Nitrous oxide administered by the plastic surgeon for repair of facial lacerations in children in the emergency room.” Plast Reconstr Surg. 2007 Sep;120(3):809-10.
  • Kerem M, Orbay H, Sensoz O. “ Use of an expanded temporoparietal fascial flap technique for total auricular reconstruction”. Plast Reconstr Surg 2007 Jun 119(7):2320-1.
  • Orbay H, Kerem M, Unlu RE, Esmer AF, Comert A, Tuccar E, Sensoz O. “Vascular Anatomy of Plantar Muscles”. Ann Plast Surg. 2007 Apr;58(4):420-426.
  • Unlu RE, Orbay H, Kerem M, Firat Esmer A, Tuccar E, Sensoz O. “Innervation of three weight-bearing areas of the foot: An anatomic study and clinical implications”. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2008;61(5):557-61.
  • Orbay H, Unlu RE, Kerem M, Sensoz O. “Clinical experiences with a new tourniquet device”. Ann Plast Surg. 2006 Jun;56(6):618-21.
  • Ortak T, Kerem M, Uraloğlu M, Unlu RE,Inozu E, Sensoz O. “Surgical Technique for the correction of postpalatoplasty fistulae of the hard palate”. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2006 May;117(6):2082-3; author reply 2083-5.
  • Orbay H, Unlu RE, Kerem M, Sensoz O. “Preapplication of lidocaine to split-thickness skin graft donor site to decrease pain during the removal of dressing”. Ann Plast Surg. 2006 Mar;56(3):346-7.
  • Alagoz MS, Uysal CA, Kerem M, Sensoz O. “Reverse homodigital artery flap coverage for bone and nailbed grafts in fingertip amputations”. Ann Plast Surg. 2006 Mar;56(3):279-83.
  • Uraloglu M, Kerem M, Tekin F, Unlu RE, Sensoz O, Uysal AC. “Tunnelized superior auricular artery based flap for reconstruction of anterior auriculohelical defect” Ann Plast Surg. 2005 Jun;54(6):684-5.
  • Ünlü RE, Abaci E, Kerem M, Aksoy E, Şensöz Ö. “Brown tumor in children with normocalcemic hyperparathyroidism: a report of two cases” J Craniofac Surg. 2003 Jan;14(1):69-73.

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jennpen

I've been noticing this bump on the side of my nose and a bit of a dip in the bone there. Is there anything we can do about it? It's been bothering me lately.

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golightly120

Dear medical professionals, I seek your assistance. I received masseter Botox treatment, and nearly six months have passed, yet my smile has not fully returned to its previous state. Is it possible that the injection process may have caused damage to my muscles or nerves? What steps can I take at t

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mariaalejandra

Is eyelid surgery sufficient to correct the situation where my left eye is more protruded than the other and has a droopy eyelid? My left eye used to be less noticeable than the other one, but as I've aged, it's become evident that my eyelid has drooped, causing discomfort and pain. Is there a spec

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