Dr Bulent Yaprak is frequently featured in national and regional media for his work in plastic, reconstructive, hand & wrist surgery, and his community involvement. Below are several articles and media items where he is interviewed, plays a role, or is the subject of the story.
Head Hair Transplanted to Eyebrow
Source: Stuff.co.nz – 13/06/2015
Dr Yaprak said, “Using hair from the scalp to restore or reconstruct eyebrows has allowed patients to reclaim features lost through trauma, thinning, or ageing…” Read more…
Hand Surgery / Finger Reattachment
Source: The New Zealand Herald – 16/10/2012
“A 20‑strong surgical team has reattached the fingers of a Waikato meatworker … Consultant Bulent Yaprak, said … Using microsurgery techniques they dealt with vessels less than 1mm in diameter.”
Summary:
After a workplace accident severed two fingers, Dr Yaprak led a complex microsurgical operation to reattach them. The procedure involved many specialists, very fine vascular work, and post‑operative rehabilitative care. Issues such as the patient’s smoking status and risk of complications were also discussed. Read More…
Bulent Yapraks Community Involvement
Source: Scoop Independent News – 27/03/2015
The article covers the unveiling of a sculpture in central Hamilton honoring Horace Moore‑Jones, a war artist from WWI. Dr Yaprak, as part of the Waikato Turkish Society, took part in the formal handover of granite from Gallipoli and welcomed Turkish dignitaries. This shows his engagement beyond the operating theatre, in cultural and community events. Read the article…
The Use of Life Saving Leeches in NZ Healthcare
Source: Waikato Times – 03/01/2024
This article explores how leech therapy is making a comeback in New Zealand’s medical community, particularly for use in microsurgical and reconstructive procedures where restoring blood flow can be critical. Dr Bulent Yaprak’s work with delicate tissue repair puts him in a unique position to appreciate the value of such therapies. Read the aritcle….
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