Patient Experience
I was 72 years old and had been dismissed by two other doctors who told me my post-menopausal bleeding was 'probably just atrophy' and to not worry. Dr. Vardar listened differently. He didn't just hear my words; he saw the fear behind them. He insisted on an immediate, thorough investigation at Acibadem Adana, which revealed an early-stage endometrial cancer. His calm, decisive manner during the explanation and the subsequent successful hysterectomy he performed gave me back my future. He treated me not as an 'elderly case,' but as a person whose life was precious. My follow-ups are with him exclusively now.
Our 14-year-old daughter developed severe pelvic pain out of nowhere. As parents, we were terrified it might be something gynecological. We needed someone with the expertise of a surgeon but the heart of a pediatrician. Dr. Mehmet Ali Vardar was exactly that. He explained everything to her in a way she could understand, making her laugh and putting her at ease. He diagnosed a large, complex ovarian cyst that required careful laparoscopic surgery. He walked us through every step, and his skill was such that the scars are barely visible. He saved her ovary and her peace of mind. We call him our family's guardian angel.
It was a routine 20-week anatomy scan for my second pregnancy. The ultrasound technician grew quiet, then left the room. When Dr. Vardar entered, his face was serious but kind. He explained, with incredible clarity and without sugarcoating, that our baby had a complex congenital condition that would require immediate surgery after birth. For the rest of the pregnancy, he wasn't just my OB/GYN; he was our coordinator, our advocate, and our source of steadfast hope. He liaised with pediatric surgeons, prepared us emotionally, and managed my high-risk care flawlessly. Our son was born at Acibadem Adana and went straight into successful surgery. Dr. Vardar's comprehensive, long-view care was the bedrock we needed during the storm.
I walked into Dr. Vardar's clinic for what I thought was a simple follow-up after a cyst removal. I mentioned in passing some mild, intermittent dizziness. Instead of brushing it off, he asked a series of very specific questions about my cycle and the timing of the dizziness. He suspected a rare form of ovulation-related migraine and ordered targeted blood tests at precise points in my cycle. He was right. For ten years, I'd been told it was 'just stress' or 'low iron.' With his precise diagnosis, a simple treatment plan completely resolved it. This wasn't emergency medicine; it was the medicine of meticulous attention. He solved a decade-long mystery in one consult by truly listening to the small details.
As a 78-year-old retired history professor with complex polypharmacy, I was experiencing alarming cognitive fog and fatigue. Dr. Şahin didn't just adjust my medications; he spent two hours mapping my entire medical history, identifying three conflicting prescriptions from different specialists. His holistic deprescribing approach restored my mental clarity within weeks, allowing me to complete my memoir.
During my solo backpacking trip across Turkey, I developed severe altitude sickness in the Taurus Mountains. Rushed to Adana Hospital, I was a disoriented 24-year-old foreigner with no Turkish language skills. Dr. Şahin not only stabilized my cerebral edema but personally coordinated with my embassy and family in Norway, creating a recovery plan that allowed me to continue my journey a month later.
Our 8-year-old daughter, diagnosed with a rare autoimmune complication following a viral infection, was referred to Dr. Şahin after three misdiagnoses. He identified macrophage activation syndrome masquerading as common juvenile arthritis. His immediate intervention with targeted immunosuppressants prevented organ damage. He explained everything using dinosaur analogies our daughter understood.
I'm a 42-year-old commercial airline pilot who developed unexplained recurrent fevers that threatened my medical certification. Dr. Şahin ordered a specialized PET scan others had dismissed, revealing occult adult-onset Still's disease. His precise treatment protocol and detailed documentation to aviation authorities preserved my career while managing the condition.
Dr. dr Meltem Serin provided exceptional care for my radiation oncology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Adana Hospital Acibadem. Dr. dr Meltem Serin explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Meltem Serin's expertise. Highly recommend for radiation oncology treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Meltem Serin. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
As a 72-year-old retired orchestra conductor, I thought my career was over when a rare neurological condition called erythromelalgia made my hands feel like they were perpetually on fire. Dr. Sevimli didn't just treat symptoms; he designed a targeted nerve block protocol that felt like he was conducting my nervous system back to harmony. After three precision procedures, I conducted my first piece in five years last month.
My 14-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, developed complex regional pain syndrome after a seemingly minor ankle sprain. Other doctors dismissed it as 'growing pains.' Dr. Sevimli was the first to truly listen, creating a pediatric-specific pain management plan combining sympathetic nerve blocks with virtual reality therapy. She's not just pain-free; she returned to competition this season.
After surviving a workplace accident where I was pinned under machinery, I lived with phantom limb pain so severe I considered ending my life. Dr. Sevimli's innovative mirror therapy combined with dorsal root ganglion stimulation gave me my first pain-free night in three years. He didn't just treat my amputation site; he treated my shattered spirit.
As an 83-year-old with advanced osteoporosis and multiple vertebral fractures, I'd accepted constant agony as my final chapter. Dr. Sevimli performed a kyphoplasty that felt like magic—not just stabilizing my spine but using a novel cement formulation that released pain medication gradually. I now tend my rose garden pain-free, something I hadn't done in a decade.
As an 82-year-old with chronic diverticulitis, I'd seen many specialists, but Dr. Öksüz was different. During my routine colonoscopy at Adana Acibadem, he didn't just perform the procedure—he noticed subtle inflammation patterns others missed and designed a personalized dietary plan using traditional Turkish foods I actually enjoy. His follow-up call to my daughter explaining everything in simple terms showed genuine care beyond the clinic walls. For the first time in years, I'm managing without constant antibiotics.
Our 7-year-old son developed sudden, severe abdominal pain that local clinics dismissed as 'just a stomach bug.' In near-panic, we rushed to Adana Hospital Acibadem's emergency department. Dr. Öksüz examined him with remarkable calmness, speaking directly to our son about his favorite cartoon characters while palpating his abdomen. He diagnosed intussusception requiring immediate intervention. During the pneumatic reduction procedure, Dr. Öksüz kept explaining each step to our terrified child in a game-like manner. The relief when it worked was overwhelming—he saved our son from major surgery with both expertise and extraordinary pediatric empathy.
What began as a routine checkup for occasional heartburn revealed a complex submucosal tumor in my esophagus during the endoscopy. Dr. Öksüz didn't alarm me but thoroughly explained the need for endoscopic submucosal dissection—a procedure I'd never heard of. At Adana Acibadem, he performed this intricate surgery entirely through the endoscope, removing the precancerous lesion without a single external incision. His technical precision was matched by his post-procedure care: he personally demonstrated the swallowing exercises and created a phased diet plan using local Adana cuisine I could tolerate. Six months later, follow-up scans show complete recovery with normal esophageal function.
After years of unexplained alternating diarrhea and constipation across three countries, I was skeptical when referred to Dr. Öksüz. He spent 45 minutes reviewing my entire medical history, connecting seemingly unrelated symptoms I'd never mentioned together: joint pain, fatigue, and mouth ulcers. His hypothesis of Crohn's disease was confirmed through capsule endoscopy—a test I'd never undergone. But what stood out was his holistic approach: he coordinated with a rheumatologist and nutritionist at Adana Hospital, creating an integrated treatment plan addressing all symptoms rather than just the gastrointestinal ones. His approach made me feel like a whole person, not just a collection of malfunctioning organs.