Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melekber Cavus

In service of natural, balanced beauty

As a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Associate Professor and EBOPRAS-certified surgeon based in Istanbul, my practice combines 20+ years of experience with more than 10,000+ surgical procedures to deliver natural, balanced and enduring results tailored to each patient.

For every case I consider face-body proportions, tissue harmony and lifestyle so that the surgical plan stays confident yet understated, blending science and artistry.

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Who is she?

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melekber Cavus is a certified aesthetic surgeon specialized in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. She graduated from Bursa Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 2002 and completed her Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery residency there in 2012.

Throughout her career she worked across numerous public and private healthcare institutions; between 2018 and 2021 she was a faculty member (Dr. Öğr. Üyesi) at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. In 2022 she earned the associate professorship title following the evaluation of the Interuniversity Board.

She now combines her academic knowledge and clinical experience to serve patients at her own clinic in Istanbul.

Approach

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melekber Cavus treats every patient as a unique case; the planning process is shaped by each person’s body proportions, tissue harmony and face-body balance. Her primary goal is to reveal the patient’s natural beauty while steering clear of exaggeration and delivering bespoke, authentic results.

She believes aesthetic surgery should balance art and science, applying both medical expertise and aesthetic vision with precision on every case. Communication with patients is transparent and trust-based; she explains each step, listens to expectations, and provides tailored guidance from pre-operative counseling through post-operative recovery.

By the numbers

10,000+ surgical procedures

Experience across thousands of aesthetic and reconstructive cases.

20+ years of practice

Over a decade and a half in aesthetic surgery.

20+ international & national publications

Articles and conference papers in peer-reviewed journals.

These figures translate Dr. Cavus’s experience and expertise into reassuring signals for patients.

Specialties

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Melekber Cavus performs a wide range of aesthetic and plastic surgery procedures. Some of her focus areas include:

Rhinoplasty: Rebalancing the midface with functional and aesthetic refinement for a natural nose that harmonizes with the rest of the face.

Facial & Neck Aesthetics: Facelifts, neck lifts and eyelid surgeries that refresh the expression while preserving natural movement and facial character.

Breast Aesthetics: Augmentation, reduction and lifting procedures designed to deliver proportionate, natural-looking results.

Body Contouring: Liposuction, tummy tucks and combined Mommy Makeover approaches to refine body silhouette and restore confidence.

In every specialty, she combines modern surgical techniques with personalized aesthetic principles, taking time to assess each patient in detail before recommending the most suitable option.

Scientific contributions

Beyond clinical care, Dr. Cavus remains actively involved in scientific projects. Having served as a faculty member at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, she has contributed to the plastic surgery literature with multiple peer-reviewed articles and shared her work at national and international congresses, leading to her associate professorship in 2022.

She is an active member of professional organizations such as the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), the Turkish Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. These memberships along with her EBOPRAS certification help her stay current with global advances and offer care that meets international standards.

Scientific publications, conferences and society collaborations keep her knowledge fresh and ensure patients receive the most up-to-date, reliable treatments.