Patient Experience
I'm a 29-year-old software engineer with obstructive sleep apnea so severe I was falling asleep at my workstation. CPAP made me claustrophobic. Dr. Aydenizoz identified an unusually elongated uvula and retrognathic jaw contributing to the obstruction. His multi-level surgery (UPPP with genioglossus advancement) reduced my apnea events from 45 to 2 per hour. My productivity and marriage have been transformed.
Our 5-year-old autistic son had such severe tonsillar hypertrophy that he stopped speaking entirely. Previous doctors dismissed it as behavioral. Dr. Aydenizoz recognized the physical obstruction was causing sensory overload. His compassionate tonsillectomy approach, tailored for neurodiverse patients, included sensory-friendly pre-op preparation. Within a month, our nonverbal child began forming words again, his first in two years.
As a 52-year-old archaeology professor, I discovered a centuries-old ceramic shard lodged in my maxillary sinus during a CT scan for chronic headaches. Dr. Aydenizoz performed a fascinating historical-medical procedure, removing the artifact through a minimally invasive approach while preserving it intact. He even helped me date the fragment to the Ottoman period, treating both patient and historian.
I'm a 38-year-old flight attendant who developed sudden unilateral hearing loss mid-flight over the Atlantic. Dr. Aydenizoz coordinated an emergency protocol from Antalya, guiding the onboard medical kit administration until landing. His aggressive steroid regimen and hyperbaric oxygen therapy within the golden window restored 95% of my hearing, saving both my career and my spatial awareness.
My 13-year-old daughter, a competitive swimmer, developed exostoses ('surfer's ear') that caused recurrent infections and hearing loss. Dr. Aydenizoz performed canalplasty with such precision that she returned to national competitions in six weeks. His understanding of athletic timelines and waterproof ear protection strategies made him more than a surgeon, he became part of her training team.
At 63, I was diagnosed with early-stage laryngeal cancer. Rather than immediate radical surgery, Dr. Aydenizoz pioneered a laser microsurgery approach that removed the malignancy while preserving my voice box entirely. His collaboration with oncology created a targeted treatment plan. Two years later, I'm cancer-free and still singing in my church choir every Sunday.
Our newborn twins were born with bilateral choanal atresia, a life-threatening nasal blockage. Dr. Aydenizoz performed emergency endoscopic repair when they were just 48 hours old. His work was so meticulous that they required no further interventions. Watching them breathe comfortably through their noses for the first time was the most profound moment of our parenthood.
I'm a 41-year-old musician who developed otosclerosis that progressively stole my ability to hear certain frequencies. Dr. Aydenizoz performed stapedectomy with a custom prosthesis he designed for musicians. The result wasn't just restored hearing, it was hearing with enhanced clarity in the mid-range frequencies crucial for my instrument. I now hear nuances in music I haven't perceived since conservatory.
During a humanitarian mission in rural Anatolia, I sustained a complex facial nerve injury from an accident. Dr. Aydenizoz coordinated my transfer and performed nerve grafting with such skill that I regained 85% of facial movement. His pro bono care and commitment to medical equity reminded me why I entered humanitarian work, and inspired me to continue despite the risks.
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 family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. Prof. MD. Ali Berkant Avci. The hospital staff was also very supportive.