Ali Cetinkaya, MD

Whole face and neck. Shaved glands. Fat graphing brow lift ect 10/10 bad side manner. Artistic and excellence in expertise of artistry and technique. His team and care 10/10. I saw Nurse Ali on the team everyday to monitor my healing. Now time is medicine 25 days post op. Dr Ali is a chilled man with confidence but not arrogant. He listens to understand you. You can tell facial surgeries are his favourite and lights up talking to you about his vision and exactly what he see and can do for you. Being home now, any questions or concerns, im answered quite fast. My outcome so far, is right on point. Time is my medicine.

After being recommended to Dr Ali by a friend, I chose his team for my treatment in Turkey. This was a big decison after I promised myself I would NEVER return to Turkey for a treatment again. 5 years ago I had an experience with a different surgeon and my results left a lot to be desired. This trip was partially to correct the mess left by the other Turkish surgeon. We have to be so careful when selecting surgeons in Turkey. Being swayed by price alone and not doing proper research is a foolish mistake. There is so much misinformation out there and way too many reps lurking around support groups. From my first contact, Ecem was professional, friendly, and attentive. Working quickly and efficiently. I was given a wonderful wats ap group to join that was full of other patients using the Dr. It was so supportive and fun. It is a private group consisting only of patients. I still use the group now because it is just lovely and full of the most incredibly funny, amazing, supportive people. From the moment I arrived in Istanbul I felt truly cared for and listened to, which eased my anxiety about such a big decision. Dr Ali has an incredible bedside manner. It is rare to find such a talented surgeon who also has exceptional soft skills and ability to make you feel comfortable. I even had the opportunity to spend some extra one on one time with Dr Ali because he used his own travel services from the airport. He was perfectly happy to travel with a total stranger patient (I wouldn't be... I would travel alone if I were him.. general public can be a weird bunch ;0 ) He was approachable, down to earth, kind, intelligent and clearly incredibly passionate about his work, team dynamics and patient care. I was also fortunate to be able to compare my journey with one of my best friends who travelled out at the same time as me. She used a different surgeon and was put in a different hotel. I was shocked at how different our experiences were. She actually left their hotel in the end and paid extra to stay with me in the Antwell Suites for her recovery. Her journey was much more stressful than mine. Dr Ali’s care, comfort, and waiting times were unmatched. The overall care package is important, not just the surgical results. My friend has also had excellent results but her overall experience left alot to be desired in regard to stress, anxiety, comfort and care. I almost enjoyed my experience, which is a bizarre thing to say about going for a surgery. It made me very glad I had chosen Dr Ali. I had some specific concerns about anaesthesia and how I react to it. They were addressed directly by the anaesthetist, who I actually got to meet and speak with. He ensured my recovery was smooth and comfortable. Nurse Ali was very supportive, steadfast and consistent. Ensuring eveything went seamlessly and in good time through the hopspital. Translating for me and generally being a great support. The nurses in the hospital were kind and accommodating, even offering meal options to suit my preferences. Those who didnt speak English were sweet and willing to engage with a translator on my phone. Even the cleaner stayed for a google translate chat with me. I can't understand people complaining about nrses not speaking English. If you go to Turkey not every nurse will speak English. Staying at The Antwell Suites made recovery easy, with prompt support whenever needed. Most people staying there are in recovery which makes it a fun and supportive environment to be in. The facilities and food were very good. Transport and hotel services were excellent. My healing was as fast and comfortable as can reasonably be expected. My results are fantastic and my incisions are neat. I wish I had gone a little lower with my scar by Dr Ali went through all my options with me, made the pros and cons of scar placement and I made my own decisions on placement, so that is on me. The only improvement I could suggest is to give a little more time and room when patients are looking at paperwork. That is the only thing I can think of and that is scraping the bottom of the pettiness barrel. I highly recommend Dr Ali and his team to anyone considering treatment in Turkey—they exceeded all my expectations. I will certainly return to to him in the future....in fact I am l am already looking at my next procedure. Be carefull he is addictive ! Going with his team was more like a fun break from work and well needed change of scenery, hanging out with fun, like minded people, rather than a scary surgery. I dont make light of surgery, it is a big decsion and it can be scary. Recovery can be a grind, which is exactly why you need good support services and comfortable surroundings. Finding a clinically gifted surgeon is step one, the other details also need consideration. Dr Ali and his team are the whole package.

One month ago, Oct 8 and 9, 2025 my wife and I both had face lifts performed by Dr. Ali Cetinkaya. I had a deep plane face and deep neck lift, upper and lower blepharoplasty, direct brow lift and fat grafting. My wife had a deep plane face lift, deep neck lift, lower blepharoplasty, gliding brow lift, fat transfer and stem cell. Regarding the actual surgery and our results one month later, both of us are very pleased. Dr Ali is an excellent surgeon with wonderful personable manners. I am choosing to focus on the completely turnkey nature of his service and team of professionals working with him because it was not something I saw in other reviews and is important. From arriving to Istanbul International airport and meeting our ride, to being dropped off at the airport on departure day, we were never once left for wanting. Literally, every and all aspects of this journey from arrival to departure were handled by his great team of professionals. Our initial contact with his coordinator Ecem, was very positive. She was incredibly responsive to our questions and setting up our video conference with Dr. Ali over the course of several weeks of text and audio dialogue via WhatsApp. Dr. Ali's office activities were seamlessly managed by Gizem. She was on top of every logistical question asked and service provided. Our post operative care was beautifully managed by Nurse Ali, who visited with us each day at the hospital and at Antwell medical hotel, changing dressings, assessing progress and answering questions. He was gentle, polite and detailed the entire time. Another person was Simi who handled a variety of medical and non-medical tasks who was a wonderful and kind empathetic man. Dr. Ali’s operating room Nurse, who I met when she removed our stitches, was a top end medical professional. She has a 4-letter name I cannot remember. His videographer was also a good man who pitched in of his own initiative, outside of his videographer duties. What made this journey memorable was how each of them integrated so well as a team. Their teamwork and mutual respect were apparent from day one. The private hospital from which Dr. Ali performs surgery was modern, clean and well-staffed. The floor Nurses English was just so-so, but Google Translate when needed, made this a non-issue. Antwell medical hotel is a modern, clean and well-staffed facility with daily housekeeping. Their restaurant food is good. Breakfast was our favorite with many selections. Go to the top floor where there is a great view, a pool table and coffee bar or downstairs on the ground floor where there’s a pastry/coffee shop. The 4th floor has a relaxing living room type of seating area. There’s also a tasty Kabob restaurant at the top of the hill from Antwell and an impressive north American style mall about a 12-minute walk downhill from Antwell that’s loaded with quality restaurants. I hope this helps with your decision-making process. We couldn’t be happier that Dr. Ali and his superb team of professionals were our choice. They were all terrific.

I had my surgery August 27, 2025 and I am so amazed at what a great job he did! Not only did I love his team- I adored him as well. A very intelligent and funny guy (only if you are funny with him ) with real art skills and I can’t say enough good about him, his team, the driver, the hotel, everything about it was five star! I have a great amount of surgeries, facelift, neck lift, temporal lift, lip lift, fat grafting, fat injections, CO2, laser, and a breast lift!! I would’ve never been able to afford this in USA. And the care they take of you in Turkey is impossible to beat.!

I couldn’t recommend Dr. Ali Cetinkaya highly enough. His professionalism, care, and attention to detail were exceptional throughout my entire experience. I underwent a temporal lift and breast reduction, and due to a rupture, the procedure required meticulous cleaning and extra care. Dr. Ali handled everything with such skill, compassion, and reassurance — I truly felt in the best hands. From consultation through recovery, he was thorough, patient, and genuinely invested in my wellbeing. The results exceeded my expectations, and his follow-up care has been outstanding. I’m so grateful to have chosen him and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Dr. Ali to anyone seeking a talented and caring surgeon.

I had a facelift, neck lift, platysma bands repair, brow lift and temporal lift with Dr Ali Cetakeye, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very beginning he made me feel comfortable, listened to all my concerns, and explained everything in clear detail. I live with hemicrania continua, (which is a rare, chronic headache disorder that causes constant, fluctuating pain on both sides of my head and face) , so I was worried about how the surgery and recovery might affect my pain. Amazingly, not only was the whole process so much easier than I expected, but the constant pain I had over my eyebrows has now completely gone since surgery. That in itself has been life-changing. The results look so natural — my jawline and neck are smooth, the platysma bands are gone, and the lift around my brows and temples has completely refreshed my face without making me look “done.” I still look like me, just a better, brighter version. Recovery was smooth, and Dr Ali and his team were always there if I had questions or needed reassurance. I honestly feel he’s given me back my confidence and more comfort going forward. I can’t recommend Dr Ali Cetakeye and his exceptional team enough — not just for his skill as a surgeon, but also for their kindness and their genuine care they showed me throughout the process.

I had a calf augmentation with Dr. Ali and I am very happy with the result. I feel more confident and great. I would totally recommend Dr. Ali for any prospective patients. The entire trip was very well organised with transportation and hospital visits. All the team members communicated very efficiently via WhatsApp and everything was clear. The hotel itself had really great food and the facilities were amazing (there’s a steam room, sauna, Turkish bath and more).

I had a facelift on 19th of juli. And I am now 3 weeks post surgery. The last few years I had alot of stressy situations and lost alot of wait. I always try to take care of my skin with prp facials or radiesse etc but after the last years these procedures weren't as effective anymore. And my face seemed much older on a short term. All these little procedures need to be repeated more often aswell so I preferred a more invasive treatment that gave a real result. I used chatgpt for more information about facelifts and docters and chatgpt directed me to dr. Ali Cetinkaya. There is alot of sceptisis to do surgery abroad but I can tell that the service I got from dr. Ali cetinkaya and his team I wouldn't have got in my home country. From the first moment till even now after surgery and at home they are always there for you when there are questions. I love in Belgium, if I would have got the facelift here I would have gone home the same day. Here they kept me two day's in the hospital and checked everything constantly. Once back in the hotel there was a nurse 24/7 and dr. Ali checked me almost every day! The hotel where you will stay is really nice and the people who work there are used to have patients that get surgery so they are adapted to it and very friendly and helpful. I was reallllly nervous before hand because of the sceptisis of medical treatments abroad. And then maybe also a bit perfectionist :) so I wasn't the easiest patient. But Dr. Ali tried to calm me down and also repeated that he will not do surgery if I don't want to. He even came to the hotel the night before to go over the surgery onge again. If doubting about a doctor or travelling abroad I wouldn't! The team and the doctor are really professional and helpful. This level of professionalism I think wouldn't have gotten in my home country. So you are really ik good hands. And then the most important... The results. I am now 3 weeks post up so still very early but the results are starting to show and I am really happy. I look like myself only younger and more refreshed and that's what I wanted. So really big thank you to the doctor and the team!

I am 74. Had facial and hand fat transfer, CO2 laser and stem cell hair transplant. I guess Im a veteran of cosmetic surgery and insist on the best. Its what we shpw the world after all. The last time I went to Harley Street London which (being Harley street) was four times the cost. The surgeon was very nice but the fat transfer was only ok and upper/lower blepharoplasties had to be revised. The upper revision wasunfortunately not good either :( Dr Ali however was excellent in every way. I had had a slight stroke and none of the stroke consultants in the UK noticed a very slight droopiness in the left side of my face. Ali not only noticed it right away, but corrected it. I had had cheek implants years ago and forgot about them but they were dragging my face downwards. Dr Ali spotted these too and corrected BEAUTIFULLY with fat harvested from my tummy. Yes it hurt a bit - it wasn't a GA - but no pain, no gain as they say When I see Dr Terry Dubrow and Dr Paul Nassif on TV I think they are good but honestly theyre nothing compared to Dr Ali. Also he's much younger, funnier, and unassuming too. Gizem and all of the team are very well trained and hygienically the place is spotless. Many thanks guys - see you all in two or three years :)

I had an outstanding experience with Dr. Ali Çetinkaya and his team. From the initial consultation to post-op care, everything was handled with professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail. Dr. Çetinkaya is not only a highly skilled and talented cosmetic surgeon, but he also truly listens and delivers natural, beautiful results that reflect your goals. I felt informed, supported, and confident every step of the way. Additionally, Dr. Çetinkaya’s has an outstanding team. They coordinated every detail flawlessly — from appointment scheduling and airport pickups to private transportation. The post-op care was equally impressive. I genuinely felt like I was in the best hands, both medically and personally. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Çetinkaya and his dedicated team to anyone seeking not just amazing surgical results, but a well-organized, luxury-level experience from start to finish.