Last reviewed: October 2026 · Selection based on information each clinic publishes about its surgeons, hospitals and accreditation
Istanbul is one of the world’s busiest destinations for cosmetic surgery, from rhinoplasty and breast surgery to liposuction, BBL and tummy tucks. With surgery, the stakes are higher than with any other medical trip: the qualifications of the surgeon, the safety of the hospital and the quality of aftercare matter far more than the price or the hotel. This guide compares eight clinics from our directory that publish meaningful information on those points, and lists the questions every patient should ask.
How we chose these clinics
We reviewed the websites of Istanbul clinics in the Triplisty directory that offer plastic and aesthetic surgery. We looked for evidence, published by the clinic itself, of:
- Qualified, named plastic surgeons and memberships of professional societies such as ISAPS or the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
- Where surgery takes place: a licensed hospital with appropriate facilities, ideally with intensive care available
- Official authorisation and accreditation, such as the Ministry of Health health-tourism certificate, JCI, Temos or ISO
- Honest presentation of results, including realistic photos and disclaimers
- Aftercare and follow-up arrangements
We did not inspect clinics in person. The information comes from each clinic’s own website at the review date, and the numbering is for navigation, not a ranking.
Comparison at a glance
| Clinic | District | Medical lead / team | Techniques | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swedish Clinic Istanbul | Şişli | ISAPS-member surgeons | Rhinoplasty, breast, body contouring, eyelid surgery; bariatric | Hospital safety and published accreditation |
| Estetik International | Şişli | Multi-specialty team | Face, breast and body surgery; medical aesthetics; hair | Long experience across many specialties |
| Medivia International | Üsküdar | Hospital physicians | Plastic surgery and other surgical specialties | An own hospital you can see before travelling |
| Este Cerrahi (Dr. Alp Aslan) | Şişli | Dr. Alp Aslan (plastic surgeon) | Facial, breast and body plastic surgery; hair restoration | A surgeon-run practice |
| LIN Europe Clinic | Küçükçekmece | Team of plastic surgeons | Breast surgery, liposuction, rhinoplasty, Ultherapy, hair | Realistic before-and-after presentation |
| Estecenter | Şişli | Doctors with academic backgrounds | Rhinoplasty including ethnic rhinoplasty, plastic surgery, hair | Rhinoplasty and an in-house hospital |
| Coolest Clinic | Bahçelievler | Plastic surgery team with medical advisors | Breast augmentation, body contouring, facial surgery; obesity surgery | Established clinic with long experience |
| Quartz Clinique | Şişli | Aesthetic surgeons and dermatologists | Breast surgery, abdominoplasty, injectables, skin treatments | Combining surgery with dermatology |
The 8 clinics
1Swedish Clinic Istanbul
Swedish Clinic states that its aesthetic operations are performed by ISAPS-member surgeons in licensed hospitals with an intensive care unit in the same building, rather than in day-surgery units. It publishes its Ministry of Health health-tourism authorisation (AK-0125), TÜRSAB registration, Temos accreditation and ISO 9001 certification, and shows results after swelling has settled.
- Surgery in hospitals with on-site intensive care
- Accreditation details published openly
- Results shown after swelling has gone down
Worth asking: Ask for the surgeon's name and how many of your procedure they perform each year.
2Estetik International
Estetik International in Şişli reports 27 years of practice covering ten specialties and around ninety procedures, and refers to ISAPS membership and international accreditations. It describes a structured patient journey from consultation to long-term follow-up, with VIP transfers from the airport.
- 27 years of practice according to the clinic
- ISAPS membership mentioned
- Long-term follow-up described as part of the process
Worth asking: Large multi-specialty groups work with several surgeons; confirm who will operate on you.
3Medivia International
Medivia operates its own hospital in Çengelköy on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus, with operating rooms, diagnostics and specialist physicians under one roof. Its website introduces the doctors and offers a 360° virtual tour of the hospital, and it notes that photographs do not guarantee a similar outcome, a refreshingly honest line in this market.
- Own hospital with operating rooms
- Virtual tour and named physicians
- Honest disclaimers about results
Worth asking: Ask which surgeon specialises in your procedure and about the overnight stay plan.
4Este Cerrahi (Dr. Alp Aslan)
Este Cerrahi is the practice of plastic surgeon Dr. Alp Aslan, who trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine (specialty completed in 2003) and is a member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery and the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Association. Patients' comments on the site mention procedures such as lip lifts and the clinic's emergency unit.
- Named, board-trained plastic surgeon
- Memberships of Turkish plastic surgery societies
- Smaller, surgeon-led practice
Worth asking: Website mainly in Turkish; ask for English-language coordination.
5LIN Europe Clinic
LIN Europe Clinic presents its results with unusual care: before-and-after photos are shown from the angles that reveal the most (side views for breasts and abdomen, profiles for noses, overhead for hair), each with a short explanation of what to look for. That makes it easier to judge the quality of the work than glossy front-on images.
- Results shown from revealing angles with explanations
- Surgical and non-surgical options
- Team of plastic surgeons
Worth asking: Located in Küçükçekmece on the western side; check the distance to your hotel.
6Estecenter
Estecenter in Teşvikiye, Şişli, says it has a full-fledged hospital with operating rooms and a team with academic backgrounds, with doctors available six days a week. Its content includes specialised topics such as ethnic rhinoplasty, which aims to refine the nose while preserving a person's ethnic features.
- In-house hospital and operating rooms
- Ethnic rhinoplasty expertise discussed
- Central Nişantaşı/Teşvikiye location
Worth asking: Ask for the operating surgeon's name and rhinoplasty case photos at 12 months.
7Coolest Clinic
Coolest Clinic in Bahçelievler reports more than 17 years of experience and over 16,000 patients. It focuses on plastic surgery, also offering hair, dental and obesity treatments, and assigns medical advisors who accompany patients from the airport through hotel stay and surgery.
- More than 17 years in operation (per the clinic)
- Medical advisor assigned to each patient
- Patient journey stories published
Worth asking: Confirm which hospital your operation will take place in.
8Quartz Clinique
Quartz Clinique in Şişli is an aesthetic surgery and dermatology clinic. Its Turkish-language website explains procedures in practical detail, from where a tummy tuck incision is placed to how breast surgery is planned around tissue, skin elasticity and body measurements, and it offers skin and injectable treatments alongside surgery.
- Surgery and dermatology in one clinic
- Detailed, practical procedure explanations
- Personalised breast surgery planning
Worth asking: Mainly serves local patients; ask whether English-speaking staff are available.
Safety questions to ask before any cosmetic surgery abroad
- Who is my surgeon? Name, specialty (plastic surgeon), and how often they perform your procedure.
- Where will I be operated on? Name of the hospital, whether it has an intensive care unit, and who gives the anaesthetic.
- How long must I stay? Many operations need 7–10 days before flying. Long flights soon after surgery increase the risk of blood clots.
- What happens if there is a complication after I go home? Who do I contact, and who pays?
- Is combining procedures safe for me? Long, combined operations carry higher risk. A careful surgeon will say no when appropriate.
Professional bodies such as the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons publish advice for people considering surgery abroad. Read our guides to plastic surgery safety in Istanbul, BBL safety, rhinoplasty in Istanbul and cosmetic surgery in Turkey.
Browse all clinics with contact details in our clinic directory.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best plastic surgery clinic in Istanbul?
There is no single best clinic. Choose based on the surgeon’s specialty and experience with your specific procedure, the hospital where surgery takes place, and the aftercare offered.
Is cosmetic surgery in Istanbul safe?
Surgery always carries risk. Risks are lower with a qualified plastic surgeon, a properly equipped hospital, a careful pre-operative assessment and enough recovery time before flying.
How long should I stay in Istanbul after surgery?
Commonly 7–10 days for operations such as rhinoplasty, breast surgery or liposuction, and longer for combined procedures. Your surgeon should give you a specific plan.
How do I check a surgeon's qualifications in Turkey?
Ask for the surgeon’s full name and specialty, check membership of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery or ISAPS, and confirm the hospital is licensed by the Ministry of Health.
Why is plastic surgery cheaper in Turkey?
Lower staff and hospital costs, competition and the exchange rate. Ask what is included, such as hospital nights, garments, follow-up and revision policy.
Clinic information is summarised from each clinic’s own website and may change. Triplisty is an independent directory and does not perform or recommend specific treatments. This article is general information, not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
