Diagnosis, Superdry 4D lymph-sparing surgery and the long game — explained without jargon by the surgeon who wrote the book on it.
Lipoedema treatment overview →Bow legs, knock knees, calves, ankles, knees and buttocks — shaped the way a sculptor shapes a figure.
Leg aesthetics overview →
Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. Sculptor. Author of Iconoplasty — the book this clinic is named after.
Biography →Considering lipoedema or leg surgery in Istanbul but would like to meet your surgeon first? Our complimentary London consultations let you discuss your legs face to face with Prof. Dr. Ahmet Karacalar before you make any decision about treatment.
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
One published in three languages
His own published, lymph-sparing technique
Berkeley Square, Mayfair
Choosing to have surgery abroad is a significant decision. Istanbul has become one of the world’s leading destinations for lipoedema and leg surgery, but many patients still want the reassurance of meeting their surgeon before travelling.
Our London consultations are designed to provide exactly that.
Rather than relying on photographs or online conversations alone, you sit down with Prof. Dr. Ahmet Karacalar, have your legs examined, discuss your concerns in person and receive honest, professional advice tailored to your stage and your goals.
Whether you are considering Superdry 4D lymph-sparing liposuction for lipoedema, leg contouring, or treatment for cellulite, your consultation gives you the confidence to make an informed decision before your journey to Istanbul begins.
Your consultation is designed to give you all the information you need to make an informed decision about treatment. From discussing your goals to planning your journey to Istanbul, every step is personalised and focused entirely on you.
Your consultation begins with a relaxed, face-to-face conversation with Prof. Karacalar. This is your opportunity to say what you would like to change, ask questions and raise any concern. There is no rush and no sales talk.
He examines your legs, proportions, skin quality and lymphatic signs, and tells you which stage and type he sees. Every recommendation is based on the safest, most natural result for your anatomy.
You discuss the techniques available, which one he recommends for you, whether the work needs staging across more than one session, and what he would not recommend at all.
He explains what surgery can realistically achieve, the compression plan, recovery timelines, risks and the result you can anticipate — so every stage is clear before you commit.
After the assessment you receive a written treatment plan with transparent, all-inclusive pricing based on your own requirements, with time to review it and ask anything further.
If you decide to proceed, our patient team organises every part of it — surgery date, airport transfers, accommodation, companion and aftercare — so the trip is smooth and stress-free.
A face-to-face consultation in London lets you get to know Prof. Karacalar, receive honest medical advice and begin your treatment journey with complete confidence before travelling to Istanbul.
Meeting Prof. Karacalar face to face before travelling lets you build trust, discuss your goals openly and feel confident in your decision before committing to surgery.
Every consultation is tailored to you. He examines your legs, listens to your concerns and recommends only what is suited to a safe, natural, balanced result.
Clear professional guidance on your options, expected results and recovery — including when the honest answer is “not yet” or “not this”. There is no obligation to proceed.
You leave with a written plan, realistic expectations and transparent pricing — everything you need to make an informed decision in your own time.
Should you decide to move forward, our patient team coordinates surgery dates, accommodation, airport transfers and aftercare from start to finish.
A London consultation removes the uncertainty of committing to surgery abroad — you know exactly what to expect before you arrive in Istanbul.
Diagnosis, staging and Superdry 4D lymph-sparing liposuction — planned in stages, with the knee protected and a compression plan that holds the result.
Bow legs, knock knees, calves, ankles and knees — shaped as one continuous line from hip to foot rather than as separate areas.
Fibrous bands released, surface fat smoothed and skin quality rebuilt — surgical and non-surgical options, chosen by what is actually causing the dimpling.
The bloodless, tourniquet-based technique Prof. Karacalar first published in 1998, now in its fourth generation — the core of every lipoedema plan here.
Images on this page are illustrative and do not show patients or treatment results.
We understand that travelling to Istanbul is a significant commitment — and many patients want to meet their surgeon in person before making that decision. That is why he holds monthly in-person consultations in London, at Berkeley Square in Mayfair, giving UK patients the chance to discuss their legs face to face before committing to anything.
A London consultation covers everything a full consultation in Istanbul would — a personal examination, honest recommendations, a detailed treatment overview and answers to every question you have. It is the natural first step for UK patients who want the reassurance of meeting their surgeon on home soil.
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Individual results vary. Testimonials are published only with written patient consent.
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UK citizens can currently enter Türkiye visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. Citizens of other countries should check their own requirements — our team is happy to guide you.
Many patients travel alone and feel fully supported throughout. You are very welcome to bring a companion, and accommodation and transfers can be arranged for them too.
Most lipoedema and leg surgery patients stay between 5 and 7 days. Prof. Karacalar confirms the exact length of stay for your procedure during your consultation.
All international patient communication is in English. Prof. Karacalar and the international team are fully English-speaking, and English-language support continues throughout your hospital stay.
Our aftercare team stays accessible once you are home. You have direct WhatsApp access to your coordinator and can reach the clinical team with any question throughout recovery.
Yes. Video or WhatsApp consultations are available for all international patients, and many people choose one before meeting Prof. Karacalar in London or travelling to Istanbul.
Send the form below or message us on WhatsApp. Our patient team replies within one working day and guides you through every step from there.
Meeting your surgeon before travelling makes all the difference. A face-to-face consultation with Prof. Dr. Ahmet Karacalar lets you ask every question, understand your options and plan your treatment with complete peace of mind.
Meet Prof. Karacalar in London for honest advice about your legs, with no obligation to proceed.
A written treatment plan based on your anatomy, your stage and the result you want.
We organise your surgery dates, accommodation, transfers and all logistics in Istanbul.
All procedures are performed in an accredited private hospital with intensive care on site.
Our team is with you before, during and after your treatment journey.
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Lipoedema & leg aesthetic clinic in Istanbul, led by Prof. Dr. Ahmet Karacalar — Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
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Surgery carries risks and results differ from person to person. Content on this site is general information, not medical advice. Please seek an independent opinion before deciding on any procedure.