Caner Gelbal

Dr. Caner Gelbal is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He presented research at the 11th European Plastic Surgery Research Council in Munich. He focuses on aesthetic procedures and reconstructive bone surgery.

Specialization and Surgical Focus

Dr. Gelbal treats patients requiring body contouring and reconstructive procedures. He performs aesthetic operations at a JCI–accredited facility. He also treats gynecomastia and provides surgical solutions for hair loss.

• Aesthetic Breast Surgery: Performs breast lift, augmentation with implants or fat transfer, and reduction.
• Body Contouring: Performs tummy tucks, mommy makeovers, and various liposuction techniques.
• Vaser Liposuction: Uses ultrasound energy to break down fat while protecting surrounding tissues.
• Hair Restoration: Conducts DHI, FUE, and organic hair transplants for the scalp and beard.
• Facial Aesthetics: Performs otoplasty for ear reshaping and complex ear reconstruction.

Professional Experience

Dr. Gelbal works in the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Bagcilar Hospital. He completed clinical rotations to broaden his surgical expertise. This background helps him treat cases involving multiple medical specialties.

• 2018–Present – Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital.
• 2019 – Orthopedics Rotation, Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital.
• 2018–2019 – General Surgery Rotation, Bagcilar Research and Training Hospital.

Education and Advanced Training

The doctor earned his medical degree from Istanbul University. He holds technical certifications in specialized surgical fields. These credentials verify his ability to perform delicate micro–scale operations.

• 2017 – Istanbul University School of Medicine – Medical Degree.
• 2019 – Microsurgery Certificate.
• 2019 – Animal Research Certificate.
• 2010–2011 – Izmir Science High School.
• 2007–2010 – Ankara Science High School.

Research and Academic Contributions

Dr. Gelbal contributes to international plastic surgery science through experimental research. He has published work in national journals on rare malignant tumors. His research focuses on improving survival rates for fat grafts and bone tissues.

International Presentations

• "The Effect of Centrifuge Duration on Fat Graft Survival," Munich, Germany.
• "Bone Survival in Mandible Reconstruction: Experimental Rat Model," Munich, Germany.
• "Are the permanent effects of renal failure not so permanent?" Munich, Germany.

National Recognition

• 2019 – "Using WALANT in upper extremity emergency and elective cases," Samsun, Turkey.
• 2009 – Team Captain, Inter High School Olympic Competition, Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey.
• "A Rare Case: Malignant Granular Cell Tumor in Axillary Region," published in national journals.