Dr. Mustafa Karaca
Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon
Education and Early Career
Mustafa Karaca was born in Izmir in 1981. After graduating from Izmir Atatürk High School, he enrolled in Ege University Faculty of Medicine.
In 2005, he began his residency in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul. During his residency, he gained extensive experience in the field, and in 2010, he furthered his expertise by receiving training at the Plastic Surgery Clinic of New York University School of Medicine.
Professional Experience
In 2012, he began working at Sivas Numune Hospital as part of his state service obligation. After fulfilling his duties, he transitioned to private medicine in 2014 and had the privilege of working alongside the world-renowned cosmetic surgeon Prof. Dr. Onur Erol at the ONEP Medical Center for one year.
Having significantly enhanced his aesthetic surgery experience in Istanbul, Dr. Mustafa Karaca began providing services at his own clinic on Bağdat Street in 2017. Today, he performs a wide range of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, meticulously tailoring his approach to the unique needs of each patient.
Academic Achievements
Dr. Karaca places great importance on scientific advancement and continuous learning. Throughout his career, he has given 18 conference presentations and has contributed to the medical community by publishing 10 international and 9 national scientific articles.
Personal Life & Interests
Outside the operating room, Dr. Karaca is a man of the arts. He is an avid drawer of charcoal sketches, and the beautiful artwork you see in his clinic's waiting room are his own original pieces. His artistic flair also extends to music; he is the guitarist and backing vocalist for the rock band Not Today. Above all, he is the proud father of two children.