Spec. MD. Irfan Tursun Reviews

As a 78-year-old retired archaeologist visiting Antalya, I developed a mysterious fever that baffled local clinics. Dr. Tursun didn't just treat symptoms, he investigated like a detective, discovering a rare Mediterranean tick-borne infection from my fieldwork. His holistic approach combining internal medicine with environmental history saved me from what others dismissed as 'tourist flu.'

My 14-year-old daughter, a competitive freediver, began experiencing unexplained syncope after deep dives. While sports physicians focused on training, Dr. Tursun identified a previously undiagnosed cardiac conduction abnormality exacerbated by pressure changes. His collaboration with pediatric specialists created a safe modified training plan that let her continue her passion under careful monitoring.

During a yacht delivery from Greece, I developed acute abdominal pain at sea. Dr. Tursun coordinated my emergency helicopter evacuation to Medical Park Antalya, where he diagnosed mesenteric ischemia, a condition often missed. His rapid intervention prevented bowel necrosis, saving me from what would have been catastrophic surgery. His maritime medicine experience was evident throughout.

As a 42-year-old software developer with 'burnout,' I'd seen five doctors for fatigue and brain fog. Dr. Tursun was the first to connect my symptoms to undiagnosed celiac disease triggered by pandemic stress. His nutritional psychiatry approach transformed my health completely, no medications, just proper diagnosis and dietary guidance.

My 91-year-old grandmother, a Turkish-Greek bilingual poet, refused treatment for 'old age' decline. Dr. Tursun spent an hour discussing poetry with her in both languages, building trust before gently uncovering severe B12 deficiency and early-stage myelodysplastic syndrome. His cultural sensitivity made her accept treatment she'd refused from others.

While restoring a 300-year-old Ottoman house, I inhaled unknown spores and developed progressive respiratory failure. Pulmonologists treated me for pneumonia, but Dr. Tursun suspected hypersensitivity pneumonitis from historical mold. His environmental investigation of my worksite confirmed the source, leading to targeted treatment that reversed near-fatal lung damage.

As a professional pastry chef, I developed strange neurological symptoms that worsened with baking. Colleagues thought I was stressed, but Dr. Tursun identified flour dust-induced occupational asthma with secondary vocal cord dysfunction mimicking neurological disease. His recognition of workplace-specific illness saved my career with proper respiratory protection.

My 8-year-old son, adopted from conflict zones, had unexplained growth failure and night terrors. Pediatricians focused on psychological trauma, but Dr. Tursun discovered chronic giardiasis and multiple nutritional deficiencies from pre-adoption conditions. His trauma-informed medical approach addressed both physical and emotional healing simultaneously.

During Antalya's film festival, I developed acute kidney injury while on location. As a cinematographer with complex medication needs, Dr. Tursun navigated drug interactions between my existing prescriptions and emergency treatments that other doctors missed. His pharmaceutical expertise prevented permanent renal damage.

As a transgender man undergoing hormone therapy, I faced dismissive attitudes about my chest pain until Dr. Tursun. He thoroughly investigated beyond 'anxiety,' discovering early coronary artery disease potentially influenced by my medical transition. His respectful, evidence-based approach in LGBTQ+ healthcare literally saved my heart.

My wife, a marine biologist, developed recurring fevers after dolphin rescue work. Infectious disease specialists tested for everything common, but Dr. Tursun considered zoonotic possibilities and diagnosed brucellosis from an undocumented marine mammal exposure. His broad ecological perspective solved what narrow specialists missed.

At 33 weeks pregnant with twins, I developed HELLP syndrome while vacationing in Turkey. Dr. Tursun coordinated a complex multi-specialty response balancing maternal and fetal needs, delaying delivery just enough for steroid efficacy without compromising my safety. His obstetric medicine expertise during this crisis was extraordinary.

As a historical reenactor using traditional lead-glazed pottery, I presented with abdominal pain and neurological changes. While gastroenterologists focused on ulcers, Dr. Tursun recognized chronic lead poisoning from my hobby. His investigation into historical craft materials prevented what could have become irreversible poisoning.

My father, a retired deep-sea fisherman, developed neurological symptoms everyone attributed to aging. Dr. Tursun considered his occupational history and diagnosed normal pressure hydrocephalus, treatable with shunt surgery. The transformation was miraculous; he regained cognitive function we thought was lost forever.

As a competitive chess player, I developed incapacitating migraines during tournaments. Neurologists prescribed medications, but Dr. Tursun identified paradoxical hypertension from intense mental concentration combined with excessive caffeine use. His behavioral modification plan worked better than any drug regimen.