Ergun Kocak, MD
Dr. Ergun Kocak is a board-certified plastic surgeon and co-founder of Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery. Serving patients in Toledo and Bluffton, Ohio, he specializes in advanced microsurgical breast reconstruction, aesthetic breast surgery, and body contouring. Patients from across Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and beyond seek his expertise for personalized care and natural-looking reconstructive and aesthetic results.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Kocak
- Board-certified plastic surgeon with dual fellowship training in reconstructive microsurgery and cancer reconstruction.
- Performs more than 200 breast reconstruction procedures each year.
- Extensive expertise in complex breast reconstruction and aesthetic surgery.
- Personalized treatment plans designed around each patient’s body and goals.
- Collaborative, patient-centered care from consultation through recovery.
- Natural-looking reconstructive and aesthetic outcomes backed by advanced microsurgical expertise.
Clinical Expertise
Complex Breast Reconstruction
Fellowship-trained in microvascular reconstruction, he performs over 200 microsurgical breast reconstructions annually, including DIEP flap, across Northwest, Central, and Southern Ohio.
Aesthetic Breast Surgery & Body Contouring
His meticulous surgical techniques and personalized approach are designed to enhance and restore natural body contours.
Facial
Rejuvenation
He has extensive experience in facial aesthetic surgery, including facelifts, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), lip lifts, neck contouring, and facial fat grafting.
Education & Training
Dr. Kocak’s training reflects decades of commitment to mastering some of the most advanced techniques in plastic and reconstructive surgery. His education spans prestigious academic institutions and highly specialized fellowship training focused on complex microsurgical reconstruction.
University of Michigan
B.S. with Honors
The Ohio State University
College of Medicine
M.D.
The Ohio State University
Medical Center
Plastic Surgery Residency
The Ohio State University
Graduate School
M.S. in Medical Sciences
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Fellowships in Reconstructive Microsurgery and Cancer Reconstruction
Career, Leadership, & Research
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Kocak has built a career in academic medicine, surgical education, and research. His experience teaching future surgeons and contributing to peer-reviewed research reflects an ongoing commitment to advancing the field of plastic surgery.
Assistant Professor and Attending Surgeon
Department of Plastic Surgery, The Ohio State University (2009–2014)
Clinical Specialist and Microsurgery Fellow
Division of Plastic Surgery, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center (2008–2009)
Clinical Instructor
The Ohio State University Medical Center (2000–2008)
A dedicated academic and researcher, Dr. Kocak has authored dozens of scientific and clinical papers published in peer-reviewed medical journals. He is also frequently invited to speak at symposiums both nationally and internationally.
Honors & Awards
Throughout his career, Dr. Kocak has been recognized for his surgical research, clinical excellence, and teaching abilities.
Clinical Excellence
- Highest Patient Satisfaction Rating – Wexner Medical Center,The Ohio State University (2011, 2013)
- Excellence in Teaching Award – OSU College of Medicine (2012)
Research Recognition
- NCI/NIH National Research Service Award (2003)
- Cancer Research Fellowship Award – American Cancer Society (2002)
- Multiple First Place Research Awards
Academic Honors
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society – OSU (2003)
- Carey Award in Surgery – OSU College of Medicine (2000)
Professional Memberships & Certifications
Dr. Kocak’s commitment to advancing the field of plastic surgery is reflected in his extensive professional memberships and esteemed academic affiliations. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and maintains active memberships with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, the Plastic Surgery Research Council, and both the Ohio Valley and Columbus Societies of Plastic Surgery.
Maggie Deardurff, PA-C
Maggie works alongside Dr. Kocak to provide clinical care before and after surgery, helping patients navigate recovery with confidence. Since joining Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery in 2014, she has become an integral part of the care team, providing education, follow-up care, and ongoing support throughout each patient’s journey.
Maggie earned her undergraduate degree in Biology, with a minor in Spanish, from the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky, before completing her Physician Assistant program at the University of Mount Union in Alliance, Ohio.
Outside of the office, Maggie enjoys reading, hiking, and biking through local parks and nature preserves.