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A Life-Changing Experience with Dr. Şafak Çakır & MayClinik Istanbul
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A Life-Changing Experience with Dr. ?afak Çak?r & MayClinik Istanbul
CDuBose1016November 11, 2025
WORTH IT
I had my mommy makeover — tummy tuck with 360 lipo, breast lift, and arm lift — with Dr. ?afak Çak?r at MayClinik Istanbul on October 16th, which was also my birthday. I’m now 3 weeks and 4 days post-op, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision.
I live in Austin, Texas, and my husband and I chose Istanbul as part of our slow-travel year focused on medical tourism. I first found Dr. ?afak on Instagram and immediately loved his artistry — especially his belly buttons, which truly stood out to me. After researching him and the clinic, I reached out through WhatsApp and coordinated everything with my amazing coordinator, Busra, who guided me every step of the way. I even had a virtual consult with Dr. ?afak before booking.
Surgery was done at Ac?badem Taksim Hospital, a clean, modern facility where the staff spoke English and made me feel safe and cared for. I stayed two nights there before transferring to the Point Hotel for recovery, where MayClinik provided all transport. (The only downside was that some of the medical transport drivers smoked — something very different from what we’re used to in the U.S. I just wish they were smoke-free for patients’ comfort.)
The care from the post-op nursing team was absolutely 5-star. Elif, Merve, and Selda took such good care of me — checking wounds, giving lymphatic massages (painful but the good kind), and helping me learn bits of Turkish along the way. The Point Hotel was perfect for recovery, with comfortable beds, accommodating staff, and a complimentary breakfast.
By my two-week follow-up, I was walking upright and already amazed by my results. Dr. ?afak is a true artist. My new belly button looks so natural, and my body finally feels like it matches who I am inside. The results are beautiful, and I am healing rapidly.
An unexpected gift was meeting other women recovering at the same time — we became instant friends and supported one another through the highs and lows. Recovery has been challenging both physically and mentally, but I can’t imagine having done it anywhere else.
I chose Istanbul because of the high quality of care and affordability — the level of post-operative support I received here would have been impossible to afford back home in the U.S. The Turkish people have been kind, warm, and caring in every interaction.
I would absolutely return to MayClinik and Dr. ?afak Çak?r for future procedures or treatments. This experience has been life-changing, and I’m deeply grateful.
I live in Austin, Texas, and my husband and I chose Istanbul as part of our slow-travel year focused on medical tourism. I first found Dr. ?afak on Instagram and immediately loved his artistry — especially his belly buttons, which truly stood out to me. After researching him and the clinic, I reached out through WhatsApp and coordinated everything with my amazing coordinator, Busra, who guided me every step of the way. I even had a virtual consult with Dr. ?afak before booking.
Surgery was done at Ac?badem Taksim Hospital, a clean, modern facility where the staff spoke English and made me feel safe and cared for. I stayed two nights there before transferring to the Point Hotel for recovery, where MayClinik provided all transport. (The only downside was that some of the medical transport drivers smoked — something very different from what we’re used to in the U.S. I just wish they were smoke-free for patients’ comfort.)
The care from the post-op nursing team was absolutely 5-star. Elif, Merve, and Selda took such good care of me — checking wounds, giving lymphatic massages (painful but the good kind), and helping me learn bits of Turkish along the way. The Point Hotel was perfect for recovery, with comfortable beds, accommodating staff, and a complimentary breakfast.
By my two-week follow-up, I was walking upright and already amazed by my results. Dr. ?afak is a true artist. My new belly button looks so natural, and my body finally feels like it matches who I am inside. The results are beautiful, and I am healing rapidly.
An unexpected gift was meeting other women recovering at the same time — we became instant friends and supported one another through the highs and lows. Recovery has been challenging both physically and mentally, but I can’t imagine having done it anywhere else.
I chose Istanbul because of the high quality of care and affordability — the level of post-operative support I received here would have been impossible to afford back home in the U.S. The Turkish people have been kind, warm, and caring in every interaction.
I would absolutely return to MayClinik and Dr. ?afak Çak?r for future procedures or treatments. This experience has been life-changing, and I’m deeply grateful.
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