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Safa Manav, MD, FEBOPRAS

Plastic Surgeon

5 (112 Reviews)
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AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Post-Pregnancy Procedures

Dr. Safa Manav specializes in Post-Pregnancy Procedures as he wrote his master thesis on "Capsular contracture around silicone mini implants following bacterial contamination: an in vivo comparative experimental study between textured and polyurethane implants". He also published several articles on respectable platforms.
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Breast Surgery

Dr. Safa Manav specializes in breast treatments as he wrote his master thesis on "Capsular contracture around silicone mini implants following bacterial contamination: an in vivo comparative experimental study between textured and polyurethane implants". He also published several articles on respectable platforms.
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Rhinoplasty and Nose Shaping

Dr. Safa Manav specializes in rhinoplasty treatments as he wrote his master thesis on "Fixation of the Cartilaginous Vault with Barbed Suture in Closed-Approach High-Septal-Resection Dorsal Preservation Rhinoplasty". He also published several articles on respectable platforms.
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MEET Safa Manav, MD, FEBOPRAS

13 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Hello, I am Dr. Safa Manav, a European Board Certified and Award-Winning Plastic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. We understand that choosing to travel for your surgery is a significant decision, and I would like to share a few words about our philosophy.

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SAFA MANAV, MD, FEBOPRAS REVIEWS

Safa Manav, MD, FEBOPRAS

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Worth ItFacelift
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FeruzaL

Highly Recommended!

I had been researching and consulting with many surgeons before making my decision, and I am so glad I chose Dr. Safa Manav. From the very beginning, I felt completely comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. Dr. Manav is incredibly skilled, reassuring, and genuinely attentive to every detail. I knew I had made the right choice. The entire team is wonderful—professional, supportive, and always available to answer any questions. I couldn’t be happier with my experience and the level of care I received. Highly recommend!

Worth ItBreast Augmentation
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MegaMegs123

Very Happy!

I’m really happy with my experience with Dr. Manav and his team. Everything is very organized from start to finish and every detail is taken care of. I had my 7 day post-op yesterday and things are looking great. I wont have my final results for a few months yet but everything looks wonderful so far and the experience was great. I’m a huge fan of medical tourism when done right, and him and his team do it very well!

Worth ItMommy Makeover
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breanncromwell

Amazing Experience

I traveled all the way from the US for my mommy makeover (tummy tuck, muscle repair, lipo, and breast lift), and it was genuinely the best decision I’ve ever made. From my very first online consultation all the way through my post-op care, I felt completely cared for, heard, and supported every step of the way. Dr. Safa and his staff, Belma, Elif, and Buse, were an absolute dream to work with. They spoke excellent English, explained everything thoroughly, and made sure I was comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. The package they offer is unmatched: airport pickup, transportation to every appointment and surgery, a two-night hospital stay, surgeon and anesthesiologist fees included, plus recovery at a medical spa hotel that was truly phenomenal. The staff at the medical hotel were incredibly friendly, the food was amazing, and the entire environment made recovery feel so much easier than I expected. I could not be happier with my results… they are everything I hoped for and more. I’m still blown away by how smooth my recovery has been. And if you go, do not skip the lymphatic massages from Buse. I would recommend Dr. Safa and his team to anyone considering surgery in Turkey. Five stars truly isn’t enough!

Worth ItBreast Implant Removal
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roxytee

Skill, Kindness, and Exceptional Care All in One Place

I spent months researching clinics and doctors before making any decisions, and that process is ultimately what led me to Dr Safa Manav. I’d been told long ago that once you find the right doctor, you should trust their expertise rather than trying to steer everything yourself. That guidance proved true for me, especially because I’m on a long term health and longevity journey. The work I chose to have done was an important step toward feeling healthier and supporting my goals to reduce autoimmune symptoms over time. From the moment I reached out, Dr Safa’s clinic stood out. I emailed my top three choices with the same questions about pricing, recovery, protocol and general expectations. His team replied almost immediately and kept up steady, thoughtful communication. One of the other clinics responded once, then disappeared, and the third never replied at all. The contrast made my decision clear. It was obvious that Dr Safa runs a very organised and attentive practice, which tells you a lot about his character and the reliability of his entire team. At first, I assumed the level of service he offered would be outside my budget, but I asked for a quote anyway so I could compare. I was genuinely surprised to find that the quality of care came at an affordable price. That mix of expertise and reasonable cost made the choice even easier, especially knowing it tied directly into my long term wellbeing. During my stay in Turkey, I met people from several countries who had done the same in depth research and ended up at the same clinic. Every person I spoke with shared the same impression of Dr Safa: confident, capable and professional. His team also deserves special recognition. Belma, Buse and Elif were incredible. I had direct contact with them throughout my entire journey, and any time I had a question, they replied almost immediately. They felt like friends I simply hadn’t met until then, which brought so much comfort during a time when my health was my main focus. Everyone spoke excellent English, so communication was easy. I enjoyed trying a bit of Turkish for fun, but it definitely wasn’t necessary. From the airport pickup to the clinic visits, the procedure and the aftercare, everything was handled for me. Travelling abroad for medical care can feel overwhelming, but they made the entire experience smooth and stress free. I only stayed a short time, but I genuinely wished I could have stayed longer. I loved meeting people from all over the world who were also focusing on their wellbeing. The level of care, the warmth of the staff and the friendly environment made a huge difference. It felt welcoming, sincere and very human. I’ve completed one procedure so far and I’m already planning future visits as part of my ongoing path toward better health (and maybe even for some 'upgrades' over time). I’m deeply grateful to Dr Safa and his whole team for making the experience exceptional and for supporting my wellbeing in such a meaningful way.

Worth ItDeep Plane Facelift
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Helpful748627

I Had an Amazing Experience

My experience was amazing !!!! From the communication before I arrived , the hotel stay , surgery, the care after. I could not have asked for a better service. Dr Safa Manav and his whole stuff are simply amazing . Thank you to Defne , Elif ( my 2 patient coordinators ) and to Buse ( my nurse ). They all took great care of me. And Dr Safa Manav did a great job with my deep plane face and neck lift with upper bleph and fat grafting

Worth ItBreast Lift with Implants
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Lycheelondon

Fantanstic Experience

Fantastic experience with Dr Safa Manav and his team! Dr Safa is a caring, thoughtful and professional Surgeon. Elif and Nurse Buse were wonderful. This was my first cosmetic surgery and they made me feel completely reassured. It’s clear they truly have their patients’ best interests at heart. There was genuine care and compassion throughout my entire stay. I am excited to see the results, but it's too early.

Worth ItFacial Fat Transfer
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dianemarinelli

Great Experience

He was very professional, and personable at the same time he is definitely someone I would highly recommend in the future. Very thorough in his analysis and safety for his thorough in his whole practice has a very professional staff

Worth ItFacelift
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Compassionate444918

Wonderful Experience from Start to Finish.

I’m originally from Turkey but live in Australia, and coming back home for this surgery was such a great decision. The whole experience with Dr. Safa and his team has been excellent from start to finish. I’m only three weeks post-op, so it’s still early and I’m quite swollen, but I can already see glimpses of the final results — and I’m really happy with what I see so far. Dr. Safa is amazing at what he does, and his nurse Buse was absolutely wonderful — she made me feel so comfortable, was very caring, and always went above and beyond to help me. The hospital care was outstanding — very clean, professional, and organized — I felt completely safe and well looked after. The hotel accommodation arranged as part of the process was also fantastic. The staff were so kind, attentive, and always ready to help with anything I needed. Overall, it was such a smooth and positive experience, and I’m truly grateful to Dr. Safa (so talented… and not gonna lie, very easy on the eyes :) ) and his team for making it so easy and reassuring.

Worth ItBreast Augmentation
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Philosophical82418

Better Than Expected

Having surgery in your own country can be nerve wracking. Traveling to another country to have surgery is almost unimaginable. From the initial contact and coordination with Belma, to Elif taking over upon arrival, and Buse taking such good care of me after surgery, Dr. Safa and his team have made this experience easier than we could have ever dreamed. I’m only a few days post op and very swollen so I can’t comment on aesthetics yet, but I know that Dr. Sava’s patients don’t leave unhappy. This is a beautiful city and the people are so extremely friendly. Don’t hesitate to book your surgery with Dr. Safa, & be sure to give yourself time to explore this beautiful part of the world.

Worth ItFacelift
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tsoussi

Exceptional Results and Care from Dr. Safa Manav and His Team

Beyond 5 Stars! Dr. Safa Manav met and exceeded all my expectations. I had a deep plane face and neck lift, endoscopic brow lift, fat transfer, and lip lift — and I am beyond thrilled with my results. Elif, his assistant, spoke perfect English, made me feel completely comfortable, and explained everything clearly. The entire staff — Belma, Boussa, and his surgical nurse — were exceptionally organized, attentive, and kind. I truly enjoyed working with each of them. If you have any reservations about Dr. Safa Manav or about traveling to Turkey for surgery — don’t! My experience was absolutely perfect from start to finish. I’m already planning to return next year for a few more procedures. If I could give 100 stars, I would!