Prof. MD. Batuhan Ozay Reviews

A 67-year-old retired mathematics professor with recurrent atrial fibrillation and failed ablations had an unusual anatomical variant: a myocardial sleeve extending far into his pulmonary veins. Dr. Ozay used advanced electroanatomical mapping to create a mathematical model of the arrhythmia's propagation. He performed a surgical ablation with precisely calculated lesion sets based on this model, resulting in permanent sinus rhythm. The professor later collaborated on a research paper about the mathematics of cardiac conduction.

A 28-year-old female professional freediver presented with recurrent syncope during deep dives. Dr. Ozay discovered a rare patent foramen ovale with a dynamic shunt that only opened under extreme pressure changes. Using a custom 3D-printed model of her heart from her MRI, he simulated dive conditions to plan a minimally invasive closure. Post-procedure, she successfully returned to competitive freediving within three months, now monitoring her condition with a specialized dive computer.

A 72-year-old retired shipyard welder from a coastal village had severe aortic stenosis but refused surgery due to a lifelong fear of hospitals stemming from a childhood trauma. Dr. Ozay arranged for the patient's grandson, a naval cadet, to be present and explain the procedure using maritime analogies. They performed a transcatheter aortic valve replacement while the patient listened to sea shanties. The patient recovered fully and later volunteered at the hospital to reassure other fearful patients.

A 19-year-old university student and amateur boxer was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy after collapsing during training. Genetic testing revealed a novel mutation. Dr. Ozay collaborated with a sports cardiologist to design a hybrid treatment: a septal myectomy followed by a tailored rehabilitation program that allowed the patient to coach boxing safely but not compete. The patient now leads a university cardiac health awareness group.

A 45-year-old nomadic beekeeper with no fixed address presented with endocarditis from an unknown source. Dr. Ozay discovered the infection was from rare soil bacteria found only in specific highland regions. By tracking the patient's migration route with his family, they identified the source. After a complex valve repair and targeted antibiotics, the patient returned to beekeeping with modified protective equipment and a GPS health tracker provided by the hospital's outreach program.

An 8-year-old child from a refugee family had a complex congenital heart defect previously deemed inoperable in their home country. Dr. Ozay led a multidisciplinary team including a pediatric anthropologist to navigate cultural and language barriers. Using a novel tissue-engineered patch grown from the child's own cells, they performed a successful corrective surgery. The child's recovery was celebrated with a traditional ceremony organized by the hospital's cultural liaison team.

A 33-year-old pregnant woman in her third trimester developed peripartum cardiomyopathy with rapidly deteriorating function. Dr. Ozay coordinated with obstetricians to perform an emergency cesarean section followed immediately by left ventricular assist device implantation in the same hybrid operating room. Both mother and baby survived. The mother's heart function partially recovered, allowing device removal after six months. She documented her journey in a blog supporting other women with cardiac conditions.

A 60-year-old famous ceramic artist with severe mitral valve regurgitation refused surgery fearing hand tremors from cardiopulmonary bypass. Dr. Ozay pioneered a robotic-assisted repair using a modified perfusion strategy that minimized bypass time and maintained higher cerebral perfusion pressure. The surgery was successful without neurological sequelae. The patient returned to creating intricate pottery and donated a piece to the hospital's cardiac rehabilitation center.

A 41-year-old long-haul truck driver presented with a giant ascending aortic aneurysm discovered incidentally during a DOT physical. He had no insurance and couldn't afford time off work. Dr. Ozay worked with hospital administration to create a financial assistance plan and arranged for the patient's trucking company to provide temporary light-duty work post-surgery. The aortic root replacement used a valve-sparing technique, preserving the patient's native valve and avoiding anticoagulation.

A 52-year-old vegan marathon runner with progressive heart failure was found to have cardiac sarcoidosis masquerading as ischemic cardiomyopathy. Standard steroids conflicted with his ethical beliefs about animal-derived medications. Dr. Ozay worked with pharmacists to source plant-based corticosteroids and designed an immunosuppression regimen compatible with vegan principles. Combined with cardiac resynchronization therapy, the patient returned to running half-marathons within a year.

A 29-year-old cybersecurity expert with Marfan syndrome developed an acute type A dissection while working remotely from a mountain cabin. Dr. Ozay guided local medics via telemedicine to initiate stabilization, then coordinated an air ambulance transfer. During emergency surgery, they discovered an unusually fragile aortic tissue requiring a modified surgical technique with additional reinforcement. The patient recovered fully and developed a cardiac monitoring app for people with connective tissue disorders.

An 81-year-old former ballet master with severe tricuspid valve disease and right heart failure had extreme frailty and cachexia. Conventional surgery was deemed too high risk. Dr. Ozay performed a novel percutaneous tricuspid valve repair using a device not yet approved in Turkey, obtained through a compassionate use program. Combined with a tailored nutrition and prehabilitation program, the patient regained enough strength to teach seated ballet classes at a community center.

A 37-year-old professional video game streamer presented with unexplained cardiomyopathy. Investigation revealed excessive energy drink consumption (12+ daily) and extreme sedentary lifestyle during marathon streaming sessions. Dr. Ozay created a 'cardiac rehab gamification' program where the patient's exercise metrics integrated with his streaming setup. After six months of lifestyle modification and medical therapy, his ejection fraction normalized. He now streams about heart health awareness to his large following.

A 63-year-old grandmother caring for her four grandchildren after their parents' death developed critical triple vessel disease. She couldn't afford extended recovery time. Dr. Ozay performed off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting on all three vessels in a single procedure, minimizing recovery time. The hospital's social work department arranged temporary childcare support during her hospitalization. She returned to caregiving within three weeks and participates in a support group for caregiver cardiac health.