Dr Safa MANAV, MD, FEBOPRAS Reviews 128

I’m so happy that I chose to do this for myself and that I chose Dr. Manav for my procedure. The experience feels very safe and well organized from start to finish. The hospital and hospital-hotel facilities are top notch and the staff are so helpful and friendly and always only a call or text away. My private room at the hospital was gorgeous and the staff so attentive. Nice back at the recovery hotel I got daily nurse checkups from his amazing nurse, and there are also medical staff on site for any general medical needs during your stay. Truly everything is taken care of.

I spent months researching clinics and doctors before making any decisions, and that process is ultimately what led me to Dr Safa Manav. I’d been told long ago that once you find the right doctor, you should trust their expertise rather than trying to steer everything yourself. That guidance proved true for me, especially because I’m on a long term health and longevity journey. The work I chose to have done was an important step toward feeling healthier and supporting my goals to reduce autoimmune symptoms over time.

From the moment I reached out, Dr Safa’s clinic stood out. I emailed my top three choices with the same questions about pricing, recovery, protocol and general expectations. His team replied almost immediately and kept up steady, thoughtful communication. One of the other clinics responded once, then disappeared, and the third never replied at all. The contrast made my decision clear. It was obvious that Dr Safa runs a very organised and attentive practice, which tells you a lot about his character and the reliability of his entire team.

At first, I assumed the level of service he offered would be outside my budget, but I asked for a quote anyway so I could compare. I was genuinely surprised to find that the quality of care came at an affordable price. That mix of expertise and reasonable cost made the choice even easier, especially knowing it tied directly into my long term wellbeing.

During my stay in Turkey, I met people from several countries who had done the same in depth research and ended up at the same clinic. Every person I spoke with shared the same impression of Dr Safa: confident, capable and professional. His team also deserves special recognition. Belma, Buse and Elif were incredible. I had direct contact with them throughout my entire journey, and any time I had a question, they replied almost immediately. They felt like friends I simply hadn’t met until then, which brought so much comfort during a time when my health was my main focus.

Everyone spoke excellent English, so communication was easy. I enjoyed trying a bit of Turkish for fun, but it definitely wasn’t necessary. From the airport pickup to the clinic visits, the procedure and the aftercare, everything was handled for me. Travelling abroad for medical care can feel overwhelming, but they made the entire experience smooth and stress free.

I only stayed a short time, but I genuinely wished I could have stayed longer. I loved meeting people from all over the world who were also focusing on their wellbeing. The level of care, the warmth of the staff and the friendly environment made a huge difference. It felt welcoming, sincere and very human.

I’ve completed one procedure so far and I’m already planning future visits as part of my ongoing path toward better health (and maybe even for some 'upgrades' over time). I’m deeply grateful to Dr Safa and his whole team for making the experience exceptional and for supporting my wellbeing in such a meaningful way.

From my initial contact and coordination with Belma, my trip to Dr Sava's clinic was very easy and well organised. Elif is incredibly professional, easy to talk and kept me informed every step of the way. Back at the hotel the lovely nurse Buse came to check on me every day after my surgery to change dressings etc. Everything was explained to me thoroughly throughout the whole process.
Dr Sava has a lovely manner, answers any questions and explains things fully. More to the point he is a very experienced surgeon.
I would highly recommend Dr Sava and his brilliant team.

I had my facial rejuvenation surgery with Dr. Safa Manav a few months ago, and I’m very happy with my decision 😊 From the first consultation, he listened carefully to my concerns and explained what kind of results I could realistically expect. His calm and honest approach made me feel completely comfortable.

The surgery and recovery went very smoothly. His team was always available to answer my questions, and the clinic was spotless and well-organized. The swelling and bruising were much less than I expected, and I started to see beautiful, natural results within a few weeks.

Now my face looks fresher and more balanced — people tell me I look rested, not “different.” 🌸 I’m truly thankful to Dr. Safa Manav and his team for their professionalism and kindness. Highly recommend! 💫

Having surgery in your own country can be nerve wracking. Traveling to another country to have surgery is almost unimaginable. From the initial contact and coordination with Belma, to Elif taking over upon arrival, and Buse taking such good care of me after surgery, Dr. Safa and his team have made this experience easier than we could have ever dreamed. I’m only a few days post op and very swollen so I can’t comment on aesthetics yet, but I know that Dr. Sava’s patients don’t leave unhappy. This is a beautiful city and the people are so extremely friendly. Don’t hesitate to book your surgery with Dr. Safa, & be sure to give yourself time to explore this beautiful part of the world.

I felt like I was in safe hands with Safa. I went back and forth on who to go with and I’m still confident I made the right decision. It’s too early for final results (7 days post op) for temporal midface lift, but I opted for Safa as I wanted a natural refreshed look.

The overall service by way of the wider team, transfers, hotel, hospital, etc, were really good 😊. I brought my partner and little one along and we were accommodated as a family, so thank you!

I’m going home happy. Thanks to all, Safa, Fatih, nurse buse, hospital personnel. A special thank you to Elif who was amazing

I’m so glad I picked Dr. Manav as my surgeon— I have zero regrets! I had a neck lift, deep plane lower facelift, endoscopic mid facelift, lateral brow lift, and fat grafting, and couldn’t have asked for a better outcome.

When I first got out of surgery and they took me to the restroom, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror and it took my breath away. I looked like an angel! Absolutely gorgeous! (I’m not tooting my own horn here, I’m tooting Dr. Manav’s horn. He’s an artist with a scalpel!). I expected to look 5-10 years younger but he shaved at least 15 years off my face, if not more. (It’s a good thing I got that sneak peak before the swelling set in, too, because by my next bathroom visit, I looked like I’d gone twelve rounds with Mike Tyson. I knew that, under all the puffery, there was something spectacular about to be revealed!).

The placement of his stitches is so absolutely precise, I had a hard time even seeing where I was supposed to be applying the antibiotic ointment. My ears look great (no pixie ears or weird deformities) and the incisions are nearly imperceptible. About ten years ago, I had a ill-advised lower facelift by an LA surgeon that left me with a wonky ear fold that was so embarrassing…Dr. Manav fixed it and now my ear looks totally normal! I can finally wear my hair back again! Yay!

Of course, I’m only a month out and still have a ways to go, but the swelling is going away and I’m already wowed by my results…absolutely thrilled! Dr. Manav is an absolute rock star and a master at his craft. 10/10 would do it again. Highly recommend.

(Oh, I randomly met reviewer Tracy S. and her husband while having breakfast in our hotel and can confirm, she looks absolutely stunning. Dr. Manav did great work on both of us!)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Beyond 5 Stars!

Dr. Safa Manav met and exceeded all my expectations. I had a deep plane face and neck lift, endoscopic brow lift, fat transfer, and lip lift — and I am beyond thrilled with my results.

Elif, his assistant, spoke perfect English, made me feel completely comfortable, and explained everything clearly. The entire staff — Belma, Boussa, and his surgical nurse — were exceptionally organized, attentive, and kind. I truly enjoyed working with each of them.

If you have any reservations about Dr. Safa Manav or about traveling to Turkey for surgery — don’t! My experience was absolutely perfect from start to finish. I’m already planning to return next year for a few more procedures.

If I could give 100 stars, I would! 😊

What initially seemed too good to be true, turned out to be more than I could have asked for. Dr. Manav and his staff have been kind, efficient, and professional. The initial results of my neck, face, and upper and lower eye lifts are impressive. I highly recommend their services.

From start to finish this experience has been a truly exceptional. Dr. Safa is a master of his craft and has surrounded himself with full team of knowledgeable professionals to enhance and ensure this journey is a wonderful experience.

I had a deep plane facelift and am extremely happy with both the operation and the staff. From the start, Belma was excellent, coordinating with me before my arrival in Turkey, and her responsiveness and knowledge were reassuring. Elif also supported me with anything I needed. Buse, in particular, was a wonderful, caring, and beautiful nurse. The team was outstanding, and the hotel staff were friendly and welcoming.

Doctor Safa Manav performed my surgery with exceptional skill and precision, leaving me amazed even though my face was initially swollen (surprisingly not as much I was expecting). His artistic abilities, along with the excellent care from his staff, surpassed my expectations. Elif helped coordinate my care wonderfully, and the whole experience was informative and worry-free.

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

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

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. 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.

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. 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, 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

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.

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!