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Dr. Safa Manav is a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey, whose practice focuses primarily on facial rejuvenation surgery for international patients. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and completed his plastic surgery residency at Gazi University. He is certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (FEBOPRAS) and is a member of professional organizations including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and ISAPS. Dr. Manav's main areas of practice include deep plane face and neck lift, endoscopic facial lifting, upper and lower blepharoplasty, facial fat transfer, lip lift and rhinoplasty. His surgical approach focuses on natural-looking rejuvenation while preserving each patient's individual facial characteristics. Treatment plans are individualized according to facial anatomy, ageing pattern, medical history, previous procedures and patient expectations. The clinic primarily treats international patients travelling to Istanbul for surgery and provides a structured treatment pathway covering pre-operative assessment, surgical planning, hospital care, postoperative monitoring and follow-up after patients return home. Major facial procedures are performed in hospital facilities in Istanbul, with support from the clinic's medical, patient coordination and aftercare teams throughout the treatment process.
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Deep plain Face Lift amazing
Absolutely amazing from start to finish five star all the way I would highly recommend Doctors safa Top doctor
He knows his job and knows what he’s doing. He’s amazing and all the staff at the hospital and the hotel were amazing. No fault at all even got stopped in customs because I didn’t match my passport had to show a second lot of ID my family and friends though he done amazing job thanks I’ll b back
And highly recommend you
Deep Plane Face/Neck life, temporal lift and Bleph
I had a DP Face/neck lift, upper eye bleph, lower eye pinch, fat graft and temporal lift with Dr Safa Manav in June this year. I am now 8 weeks out and whilst I still have some swelling and puffiness around my eye area, I am very pleased with the outcome so far! I have ZERO scarring at the front of my ears which is amazing (not sure how he did that!) and very little scarring elsewhere - the whole process from arrival in Istanbul, the hotel, the hospital and aftercare were all great, and I felt looked after and informed the whole time (I was on my own, so this was very important). I had minimal pain after the procedure which was managed with regular pain killers for a few days - Buse was the nurse who visited me at the hotel every day to change dressings etc. and was just so lovely! An important factor for me was the aftercare once I returned home and I have to say Elif (my post operative co-ordinator) has been AMAZING. Super organised and always available if I had any questions, queries, moans and groans once I was home.. she always listened to my questions with empathy and gave me reassurance. Patience is key for this procedure (which I don't have much of :)) so trust in the process. Would recommend the doctor and the staff at the practice if you are thinking about surgery in Istanbul
Full Mommy Makeover
I had a tummy tuck , muscle repair , breast lift + augmentation & 360 lipo. I highly recommend Dr.Safa . I’m about 2 weeks post op and I’m so excited to see my final
Results. The hospital was beautiful and the care all around from dr.safa and his staff was absolutely incredible. The care & time they put into thier patients are top notch. Dr. Safa took the time to listen to all my wants and needs and made me feel very comfortable. Don’t hesitate, just do it! 🩷
FABULOUS
FABULOUS. I cannot say enough great things about Dr Safa and his team.
I am beyond thrilled with the results. I had a facelift, neck lift, temporal lift, lip lift, fat transfer, upper and lower pheph. The works. Although I am still swollen I already love my face. I can’t believe how nice my lips look. Just a tiny lift makes such a difference.
Dr Safa’s surgical skills cannot be overstated.
He is truly a gifted surgeon and deserves all the accolades and success that he has earned. Plus he is a very nice person.
I traveled from Northern California to Istanbul and so glad I did. The entire experience has been top notch from airport pick up, medical coordinator, hotel, surgery, hospital, food was great and his nurse who visits your hotel room is a GEM. Highly recommend.
Traveled to Istanbul from USA
Spent months researching Dr. Safa & his work and very happy with my experience. Staff was great and very helpful and supportive.
What a phenomenal experience
What a phenomenal experience. Dr.Safa Manav is an expert and so talented. His stitching superb. He truly cares about what is best for each patient. The entire team, Elif, Borsu and Belma were attentive and caring. I traveled from Boston for a facelift. I am 58. I loved the entire process. Istanbul is beautiful and the people friendly. I have had numerous things done in the US and none zero compare to this experience with Dr. Safa. I cannot say enough about Dr.Safa’s expertise, his team and the kind way they take care of you. Can’t wait to go back again ! The best ❤️
Aaahh
Aaahh, where do I even begin with Dr. Safa and his amazing team? From start to finish, this has been one of the best experiences of my life. I’m only 5 days post-op and already feeling incredible. I had a full mommy makeover after having 5 kids — you can only imagine what my body went through over the years.
Dr. Safa truly worked magic. He gave me back my confidence, and for the first time in a long time, I feel like me again. I’m walking around Istanbul feeling like a brand new woman, absolutely in love with my results.
If you’re thinking about doing this for yourself, I couldn’t recommend Dr. Safa enough. He’s professional, kind, and incredibly skilled. I’m forever grateful
Highly Recommend
1000% would choose Dr. Manav to do this surgery again and am actually going back in December for a thigh lift. I had a tummy tuck, arm lift, breast lift without implants, and Lipo 360. I love that there were not only patient coordinators, but I also had someone escort me from my hotel to the hospital/Dr. Manav’s office. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating and, having gone by myself, I was very comfortable and confident and there was no guess work with “what do I do next”. Elif and Fatih, my patient coordinators were in contact all along the way and answered any questions no matter the time; they took all of the stress out of the process. I can’t say enough positive things about my experience.
Great experience
I had a very wonderful experience with Dr Safa Manav and his staff. From Belma, his patient coordinator who explained every to me and was available 24/7. Buse, who made sure I was taken care of when I arrived in Istanbul to Elif who was my personal nurse. Dr. Safa Manav is fantastic, easy to talk to and explained the whole procedure to me. His whole staff made my experience stress free! Especially when traveling to another country. I am very happy with my results!
Amazing Dr. Manav!
I was very nervous traveling to a foreign country for a major surgery. However seen results of my friend that used Dr. Manav, and results of online posted patients and I was convinced that I would only trust him to do my surgery.
The whole experience was great. Everything is so well organized and perfectly set up. Everything is thought after. We were picked up at the airport and taken to the hotel. We had a very nice room. Hotel provides 24/7 nursing care. Breakfast provided and included in cost. Breakfast was great! All transfers to the hospital and Dr. office were arranged and transportation was always on time, I got my blood work and met anesthesiologist day before surgery. I had a visit with Dr. Manav day before the surgery, where we went over everything we planned on doing and he answered all my questions and talked about details of surgery. Surgery took place the next day. Surgery went well, I woke up in my room. Dr. Stopped by and stated that everything went well. I spend a night in the hospital with lots of icing and IV meds. Next day I went back to the hotel. Unfortunately my swelling was getting worse and worse, to where I had difficulty eating or drinking, next couple of days. Dr. Manav nurse came to see me every day. She would change dressing and send pictures to the Dr. Dr. Manav asked to see me and I went to see him on the 3rd post op day. He also was concerned about my severe swelling, which was not uncommon with my surgery. He immediately admitted me back to the hospital, started IV steroid, that made the world of difference. He came to see me everyday and his nurses stayed with me in a day time in addition to hospital nurses. I was discharged 2 days later feeling much better. Last f/u appointed went perfect, I was able to see amazing results already and was very happy with the whole experience. We were also able to do some sight seeing last few days and enjoy beautiful Istanbul!
I would highly recommend Dr. Manav and his entire team to anyone, looking for a great plastic surgeon, My results turned out above and beyond my expectations! I felt safe and well cared for by Dr. and his team.
Just arrived for surgery -unfortunately…
Just arrived for surgery -unfortunately did not meet medical requirements, breathless & very overweight - Dr Safa Manav - could have just taken my monies, he was very truthful & kind. The plan is to lose more weight & less breathless to meet the surgery requirements , The staff could not do enough for me either with transfer services to checking I was ok at the hotel. This surgeon needs a medal - I shall be back in better health . Elif was the best too x
DR Safa Manav
DR. Safa Manav and staff
amazing, he exactly know whqt he is doing whole process when very smooth and I am happy with results
Trust Dr. Safa and his team for any plastic surgery
Dr. Safa outdid my expectations, especially for someone who had never done plastic surgery before and was extremely skeptical and scared. I have just reached my 3 month post op mark and I am so incredibly happy. I had a temporal lift, fat transfer and facelift. If you’re looking for an experienced surgeon to trust, I would highly recommend Dr Safa and his entire team (Belma, Elif and Buse). My entire experience was seamless from the initial what's app conversations with Belma who arranged everything for me and the initial contact person Elif (care coordinator) to my nurse Buse. I can't thank all three for the incredible support and attention they gave me while I was in Turkey and even afterwards now that I am back home. Elif was and still is God sent for me. The hospital was so impressive and all the staff were kind and compassionate. Dr. Safa is an incredible surgeon and I couldn't be more happy with his work and my results. I would highly recommend this team for anyone considering plastic surgery as I will be revisiting Dr. Safa again in the near future. Thank you to everyone for the incredible and unforgettable
experience and thank you Dr. Safa for your amazing work.
I had a great experienced with his…
I had a great experienced with his team. Dr. Safa himself is a good surgeon. Great bedside manner. Great nurses. I’m happy with my result and a good experienced!!!
MOMMY MAKEOVER
I just returned home from my mommy makeover I had done with Dr. Safa (breast lift, augmentation, full tummy tuck with some lipo sculpting) and it was an absolutely incredible experience all around!
I’m not even two weeks post op, but I’m soo happy with my results already! It couldn’t have gone better. Dr Safa and his whole team were extremely kind and took such great care of my mom and I (she had an upper bleph) - the hospital was beautiful, the hotel was so accommodating with a great breakfast spread (we loved that!) it was comfortable and clean! The VIP transfers everywhere were also SO nice, I will miss that!
The whole experience start to now has been so smooth, I’m so happy I made this decision for my self and that I chose Dr Safa. I can’t recommend it enough!
After months of doing continued…
After months of doing continued research on finding a right surgeon to do my face lift. I stumbled upon dr safa manav. This was a huge decision for me to have this procedure done, but after seeing all his results and hearing about his huge progress in face lifts in particular, I made the decision to book in and i couldn’t be happier with the results just 2 weeks down the line. The whole experience was amazing thanks too himself and his team. Felt very well looked after from start to finish. If any body is looking for a good face lift surgeon with results too back it. I promise you now you will not be disappointed. 🙂 So thankyou to dr safa and all his team for making this experience one I will always remember. Couldn’t recommend this clinic enough 👌👌👌
Great doctor and team
I recently had an implant exchange (after one of my saline implants leaked) with a breast lift and I am very happy with my results. In fact, the whole experience was fantastic. The hotel has a 24 hour infirmary. The team is in touch with you daily. Dr Safa is very amicable and obviously very competent. I felt like I was in good, professional hands at all times throughout my 8 day stay.
Dr. Safa is an artist
I just left Turkey and had rhinoplasty done about 2 weeks ago. I am from the United States and I was very apprehensive about this. The entire procedure and process was seamless and exceeded my expectations. Dr Safa is very professional, kind and pays attention to every detail. I am pleased with the outcome and felt very safe with him.
Facelift surgery in February
I had facelift surgery over two months ago and I just wanna share what a great experience I had with Dr Manav and his team. First, Dr Manav is a serious professional, and although he does not speak English very well, I found him be very engaging, and cares greatly for his patient’s well-being. Second, when having plastic surgery, aftercare is so important. His support team was fantastic. Elif, my coordinator, from day one, was there every step of the way to help. Her English is excellent. Elif went above and beyond to make sure that I had everything I needed to have the best possible experience. When you are having plastic surgery, especially in a foreign country, it can feel disorienting. For that reason, it is so important that you feel well cared for. Elif truly cares and it showed. When my wife was unable to join me, Elif immediately scheduled a private nurse to be by my side at the hospital after surgery, for the whole night. That night, I was so fortunate to then have Aleyna by my side, just such a caring lovely person. She was wonderful! After the 24 hours, I was transferred to the hotel, which really specializes in surgery aftercare. For my aftercare at the hotel, Buse, Dr. Manav‘s nurse, would stop by on a daily basis to check on me. She always came in bright and cheery, and made sure my recovery was going well; another member of the team that truly shined. I can’t speak highly enough of Dr. Manav and his fantastic team. They really cared, and that made all the difference.
I had my surgery with Dr Safa Manav
I had my surgery with Dr. Safa Manav on February 14 — a mid-face lift, eyelid blepharoplasty, and neck lift. I’m extremely happy with the results! I’m sharing photos from before, 7 days after, and 2 months after the operation. I highly recommend Dr. Safa and his entire team — truly professional and caring.
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