It's been three months since my rhinoplasty, and I wanted to wait before writing this review because it's often said that patience is needed as the nose may change over time. Swelling will go down, and it may look more like what you envisioned. I’d like to share my journey in Turkey, specifically my experience with ClinicHub and especially with Dr. Samil Sahin. I plan to write a six-month update to keep you posted on the results. First, let me preface this by saying that I saved for four years to undergo this procedure. I did extensive research through websites like YouTube, RealSelf.com, Google reviews, and various conferences. Being an Afro-Italian woman, I needed an ethnic rhinoplasty. I had consultations in Italy, but they were not specialized in ethnic rhinoplasty, so I decided to seek out surgeons who were specialized in this type of surgery, as they typically ensure results more in line with your ethnic features. So, let’s say I started with good information. Initially, I was considering a surgeon in Turkey who worked independently in the center of Istanbul. I always liked his work, but recent reviews left me unsure, and his cost was quite high—more than a rhinoplasty in Milan, Italy, without including accommodation. Last year, I discovered ClinicHub on Instagram. I began following them and watching reviews on YouTube about this doctor. His before-and-after work seemed well-executed, though I now realize I should have scrutinized the perspectives of the before-and-after photos more carefully—guys, this is crucial! I decided to go with them and scheduled my surgery within five months for April 25, 2024. The process was quick and smooth. My coordinator was Cem—10/10 for him, a wonderful person who also managed to arrange an online consultation with the doctor. The doctor appeared very available and competent in this initial phase, so I decided to book. I flew to Turkey on April 20, choosing to stay two days in the European part of Istanbul, which I highly recommend for its beauty. On the 24th, a driver from the clinic picked me up from the hotel and took me to the hospital in the Asian part of the city for pre-admission tests. The tests were quite basic compared to what I was used to in Italy. I was then taken to the hotel where I would stay for seven days. It was a nice 5-star hotel, though in a less appealing area compared to the European part. The night passed, and finally, at 5 AM, I was ready for surgery. My coordinators, Inna and Berfin, assisted me throughout my journey, and you’ll soon understand why this was important. The driver picked up me and three other girls, and we headed to the hospital. Upon arrival, the first girl was taken to a room, and we were informed there would be an in-person consultation with the doctor. My package included a translator to help me express my expectations clearly—I had been preparing for this for years. At 9 AM, we were taken to a small basement room for the consultation. It felt rushed; I tried to explain everything in 10 minutes, which felt strange after waiting four years. I had notes and photos of how I wanted and didn’t want my nose to look, emphasizing that symmetry was very important to me. I had the surgery, and as soon as I woke up, I felt something was wrong. I was alone—I recommend having someone with you. The cast was crooked. From that day, my ordeal began. We are all asymmetrical, but my nose wasn't this crooked before, and when you go to a surgeon, you don’t expect to leave with a nose leaning to one side, especially when you can feel a botched job on the bridge with rib cartilage reconstruction. Back in my room, I immediately asked to speak with the doctor and see the post-op photos. I was crying and not in the best state, just out of anesthesia. Seeing the photos confirmed my doubts. The before-and-after photos were taken from different angles, and there were no frontal shots—only side views. The doctor and his team visited, and I asked for explanations. He reassured me that the nose was straight and that it was all in my mind, then left. Back at the hotel, I had a terrible five days. Despite following all the nurses' instructions, I knew something was wrong with my right nostril in addition to the crooked nose. I mentioned it during post-op visits, but the doctor always dismissed my concerns with “nothing to worry about” despite clear issues from day one. I didn’t sleep for five days due to the crooked cast, removed stitches, and constant bleeding. I asked daily to speak with the doctor, but despite my coordinators' efforts, he always refused, stating he’d only see me on the cast removal day. On the fourth day, I was told the doctor could remove the cast but wouldn’t be responsible thereafter—a very unprofessional response. I decided to wait for the cast removal, which turned into a farce. They scheduled a time and then moved it up an hour, saying if I didn’t make it to the hotel in time for the shuttle, the taxi cost would be on me. I took a taxi and waited an hour for the doctor. When the cast was removed, my reaction was shocking—the nose was clearly crooked. Despite asking for explanations, the doctor insisted it was my face that was asymmetrical. But shouldn’t a good surgeon discuss potential improvements during consultation? My nose wasn’t this asymmetrical before. And if a client is unhappy with the result, shouldn’t the surgeon try to find a solution together? Now, three months post-surgery, I expected someone to reach out for feedback, but I had to initiate contact. With the swelling reduced, the results are what you see in the photos below and on various plastic surgery forums. For weeks, I’ve been sending photos and requesting to speak with the doctor, but he consistently refuses. His assistants tell me he’s too busy, yet I see him active on Instagram. I waited a long time before writing this review, hoping for a positive resolution, but as you can read, I never received one. Clients are treated as mere numbers; the doctor is very approachable until it comes to post-op support, at which point he’s suddenly too busy. **Update**: On August 4th, after multiple follow-ups and sharing updated photos of my nose, the doctor finally agreed to meet with me. During this meeting, he acknowledged that my concerns were valid after seeing my nose in a video call. He advised me to continue taping and massaging my nose and mentioned that there are solutions to correct the issues, but we would need to wait at least nine months. He is aware that my current condition causes me discomfort and has assured me that he can remedy the situation. I hope the doctor keeps his word and corrects my nose as he has promised. For now, he has asked me to update him with photos every two months. I’ll keep you posted on how things progress.