Prof. Dr. Binnur Üstün Tüzün

About Prof. Dr. Binnur Üstün Tüzün

Prof. Dr. Binnur Üstün is a Professor of Dermatology with more than four decades of academic and clinical experience. A graduate of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, she completed her specialization in Dermatology and Venereology in 1989 and subsequently continued her academic career at leading medical institutions, including Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and Trakya University Faculty of Medicine.

Throughout her career, Prof. Dr. Üstün has combined clinical dermatology with scientific research and medical education. Her academic work has covered a broad range of dermatological conditions, with scientific publications appearing under the name Binnur Tüzün in international dermatology journals.

Her professional background also includes extensive experience in the evaluation and management of dermatological and hair-related conditions. Her academic approach emphasizes careful clinical assessment, scientific knowledge and individualized treatment planning.

At Istanbul Vita Academy, Prof. Dr. Üstün was responsible for the academic coordination of hair transplantation training, contributing her dermatological expertise and clinical experience to the education and professional development of physicians.

Her combination of academic dermatology, clinical experience and medical education has made her an important figure in Vita’s educational history, particularly in training focused on hair transplantation and hair health.

Education

Professional Experience

Certifications and Professional Activities

• Professor of Dermatology
• Specialist in Dermatology and Venereology
• Academic and clinical experience in dermatology
• Academic experience at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Academic experience at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

Scientific Research

Prof. Dr. Binnur Üstün has conducted academic research in dermatology, with particular focus on clinical dermatology, mucocutaneous disorders, cosmetic dermatology, skin health and dermatological treatment approaches. Her academic publications appear in the international literature under the name Binnur Tüzün.

Her work includes research and review articles published in internationally peer-reviewed journals such as Clinics in Dermatology, International Journal of Dermatology and Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Soaps, Shampoos, and Detergents

Published in Clinics in Dermatology in 2001 under the academic name Binnur Tüzün, this review examines soaps, shampoos and detergents from a dermatological perspective, including hair-care products and possible skin reactions. It underlines that hair and scalp health also depends on the products used for cleansing.

Contact Dermatitis to Cosmetics

Published in Clinics in Dermatology in 2001, this paper addresses contact dermatitis and allergic reactions associated with cosmetic products and their dermatological evaluation. Understanding how cosmetics affect the skin is an important part of patient safety and appropriate dermatological assessment.

Oral Therapeutics and Oral Cosmetics

Published in Clinics in Dermatology in 2001, with Prof. Dr. Binnur Tüzün as a co-author, this publication addresses oral therapeutics and oral cosmetics from dermatological and clinical perspectives. It shows academic work at the intersection of dermatology and cosmetic applications, including patient safety.

Comparison of Two Surgical Approaches for Treating Vitiligo

Published in the International Journal of Dermatology in 2002, this preliminary study compares suction blister and thin split-thickness graft techniques for vitiligo, evaluating effectiveness and adverse effects. It reflects academic experience in dermatological surgery and the clinical evaluation of procedural techniques.

From Academic Expertise to Hair Transplantation Training

Prof. Dr. Üstün’s academic work in dermatology encompasses hair-care products, cosmetic dermatology, skin health and dermatological surgery. This background was complemented by her academic coordination of physician training in hair transplantation at Istanbul Vita Academy.

Drawing on her expertise in dermatology, she contributed to an educational approach addressing hair and scalp assessment, patient evaluation, individualized approaches and clinical safety.

Professional Philosophy

Prof. Dr. Üstün’s professional approach is grounded in detailed clinical assessment, scientific knowledge and individualized patient management. In dermatology and hair-related conditions, an appropriate strategy requires consideration of the patient’s clinical characteristics, underlying condition and individual needs.

Her involvement in physician education has similarly emphasized combining theoretical knowledge with practical clinical experience and maintaining appropriate medical standards throughout treatment.