M.D. Ayfer Pepekal Kükrer

I arrived at Adana Hospital Acibadem in a state of absolute panic—my 14-year-old daughter was experiencing sudden, severe pelvic pain. Dr. Ayfer Pepekal Kükrer was called in urgently. What struck me first was her incredible calmness, which immediately settled my nerves. She spoke directly to my daughter in such a gentle, reassuring way, explaining each step of the examination. She diagnosed a complex ovarian torsion that required immediate surgery. Dr. Kükrer performed the laparoscopic procedure herself, and her skill was evident. Post-surgery, she didn't just hand us off; she sat with us, drew diagrams to show exactly what had happened and why, and outlined a clear recovery plan. My daughter is now fully recovered and actually looks forward to her follow-ups. This wasn't just medical treatment; it was compassionate, family-centered care during our scariest moment.

As a 68-year-old woman, I had been quietly enduring worsening pelvic pressure and incontinence for years, too embarrassed to bring it up and assuming it was just 'part of getting old.' During a routine check-up for something else, Dr. Kükrer picked up on my discomfort with a few insightful questions. She created such a safe, non-judgmental space that I finally confessed everything. She explained my complex pelvic organ prolapse with incredible clarity, using a model to show me what was happening. She never rushed me and presented all options, from conservative management to surgery. We opted for a reconstructive surgery, which she performed with precision. The follow-up care was meticulous—she even called me herself two days after I went home to check on me. Dr. Kükrer gave me back my quality of life and my dignity. She treats the whole person, not just the chart.

My experience was for a deeply desired but medically complex pregnancy. After multiple miscarriages, I was a bundle of anxiety. Dr. Kükrer took on my case for prenatal care and managed it with a perfect balance of advanced medical expertise and profound emotional support. She never dismissed my fears. Instead, she implemented a highly personalized monitoring plan, including extra scans and specific hormone protocols, explaining the 'why' behind each step. When I developed gestational diabetes, she coordinated seamlessly with an endocrinologist. At 37 weeks, due to a sudden complication, she made the call for a C-section. In the operating room, her focus was absolute, but she kept talking to me calmly throughout. My healthy son is here because of her vigilant, proactive, and incredibly knowledgeable care. She guided us through a high-stakes journey with unwavering competence and heart.

This was a follow-up visit, but for a situation most would consider a closed case. Two years ago, Dr. Kükrer performed a total hysterectomy for severe endometriosis. My recovery was smooth, and I considered the matter finished. However, I started having new, vague abdominal pains. Other doctors I saw briefly brushed it off. Dr. Kükrer, during my annual follow-up, spent a full hour re-evaluating my entire history. She suspected and investigated adhesions from the old surgery—a possibility others had missed. Her approach wasn't defensive; it was deeply investigative and patient. She ordered specific imaging, confirmed the issue, and managed it with minimally invasive techniques. Her dedication to long-term patient outcomes, her willingness to dig deeper even years later, and her ownership of my continuum of care is what sets her apart. She doesn't just perform a procedure; she commits to your lifelong well-being.