Patient Experience
My 14-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, developed sudden severe abdominal pain during training camp. Rushed to Medical Park Bahçelievler, Dr. Serpil diagnosed a rare wandering spleen with torsion. Instead of emergency splenectomy, she performed meticulous splenopexy, preserving the organ. My daughter returned to competition in 3 months, her Olympic dreams intact.
A 41-year-old maritime engineer, I discovered a gallbladder full of stones while working on an oil rig. Dr. Serpil coordinated my single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy during my 48-hour shore leave. The hidden incision beneath my navel was invisible, and I was back at sea in 72 hours with no dietary restrictions.
My 83-year-old mother with advanced Parkinson's developed an incarcerated umbilical hernia. Other surgeons hesitated due to her tremors and medication regimen. Dr. Serpil created a customized surgical plan using regional anesthesia and a novel mesh technique. Mom's recovery was remarkably smooth, her neurologist called it 'a miracle of coordinated care.'
As a 29-year-old vegan chef, I struggled with chronic pilonidal disease for years. Dr. Serpil offered me a modified Limberg flap procedure I'd never heard of. The surgery used my own tissue ingeniously, and the postoperative care included special cushions she designed herself. I've been recurrence-free for 2 years and can finally sit through dinner service.
Our 8-year-old son, adopted from a region with limited medical care, had an undiagnosed congenital diaphragmatic hernia discovered during a school physical. Dr. Serpil repaired it thoracoscopically through three tiny incisions. What amazed us was her follow-up, she video-called him weekly to check his breathing exercises, making him feel like a superhero.
A 55-year-old textile artist, I delayed surgery for a large abdominal wall hernia for fear of scarring. Dr. Serpil performed an extended-view totally extraperitoneal repair that left only three 5mm marks. She even consulted with me about incision placement relative to my future clothing designs. The result is both medically perfect and aesthetically considerate.
During my third trimester at 34 weeks, acute appendicitis struck. Dr. Serpil collaborated with my obstetrician to perform a minimally invasive appendectomy while monitoring fetal heart tones throughout. She modified every positioning and medication for pregnancy safety. My healthy daughter was born at 39 weeks, with both of us having perfect recoveries.
As a 22-year-old medical student, I developed a rare Spigelian hernia during exam season. Dr. Serpil not only repaired it laparoscopically but turned the procedure into a teaching moment, explaining each step as she operated. She later invited me to observe her clinic, an educational generosity that shaped my own surgical career aspirations.
Our 16-year-old daughter with Down syndrome needed emergency surgery for Meckel's diverticulum complications. Dr. Serpil spent hours learning her communication methods and fears. She created a visual storyboard of the surgery process and allowed her favorite stuffed animal into the OR. The compassionate, individualized approach was as impressive as the surgical skill.
A 47-year-old wilderness guide, I sustained a traumatic abdominal injury during a remote expedition. Dr. Serpil managed damage control surgery initially, then staged three subsequent reconstructive procedures over 18 months. Her innovative use of biologic mesh and tissue expanders allowed me to return to guiding in challenging terrain with full core strength.
My 91-year-old grandfather, a Holocaust survivor with complex medical trauma, developed gastric outlet obstruction. Dr. Serpil spent weeks building trust before suggesting laparoscopic gastrojejunostomy. She accommodated his specific psychological needs in the OR environment and visited him daily, speaking his native Hungarian. He calls her 'the angel who listened.'
As a 31-year-old professional dancer with a chronic sports hernia, multiple surgeons told me I'd never perform again. Dr. Serpil developed a novel neurectomy and repair technique tailored to my specific movement patterns. She collaborated with my physical therapist on a recovery protocol. I returned to stage in 5 months and recently completed an international tour.
Our 6-year-old twins both required inguinal hernia repairs. Instead of separate surgeries, Dr. Serpil coordinated a single operating day with two teams, allowing them to recover together. She created matching 'superhero surgical capes' and arranged for them to wake up simultaneously. The psychological benefit of shared recovery was as valuable as the medical outcome.
A 28-year-old female competitive freediver presented with recurring sharp right upper quadrant pain during deep descents. Initial diagnostics elsewhere suggested gallbladder issues, but Dr. Aydin identified a rare diaphragmatic hernia exacerbated by pressure changes. He performed a minimally invasive laparoscopic repair using a novel mesh technique. The patient returned to competitive diving after 8 weeks and set a national depth record six months post-surgery.
A 72-year-old retired watchmaker from a rural village presented with a painless but growing abdominal mass he'd hidden for two years due to fear of hospitals. Dr. Aydin discovered a massive desmoid tumor entwined with mesenteric vessels. He orchestrated a multidisciplinary approach involving vascular surgery, performing a meticulous 7-hour resection while preserving intestinal viability. The patient's recovery was slow but complete, and he now volunteers at the hospital to reassure other fearful patients.
A 19-year-old university exchange student from Nigeria developed acute abdominal pain with unusual symptoms. Multiple scans were inconclusive. Dr. Aydin, noting the patient's recent travel history and dietary changes, suspected a rare parasitic infection mimicking appendicitis. He performed diagnostic laparoscopy, confirming and removing a parasitic granuloma, avoiding unnecessary appendectomy. The student recovered fully within days with targeted antiparasitic treatment.
A 45-year-old single mother working three cleaning jobs presented with recurrent pilonidal sinus infections. Previous surgeries elsewhere had failed. Dr. Aydin designed a modified Limberg flap procedure tailored to her physically demanding work, scheduling surgery during her rare day off. He arranged temporary light-duty work through hospital connections. The wound healed perfectly despite her active lifestyle, with no recurrence at one-year follow-up.
An 81-year-old former opera singer with severe COPD needed complex ventral hernia repair but was deemed high-risk. Dr. Aydin collaborated with anesthesia to develop a unique regional anesthesia protocol combined with conscious sedation, allowing the patient to sing during surgery to monitor respiratory function. The innovative approach succeeded, and the patient performed a brief aria in recovery to staff applause.
A 33-year-old transgender man on testosterone therapy presented with acute abdominal pain. Emergency room staff initially misattributed symptoms. Dr. Aydin recognized signs of ovarian torsion despite hormonal treatment, performing urgent laparoscopic detorsion and oophoropexy, preserving fertility options. He subsequently educated hospital staff on transgender healthcare nuances, improving institutional protocols.
A 7-year-old child from a Syrian refugee family presented with a congenital umbilical abnormality complicated by malnutrition. Dr. Aydin coordinated nutritional support before surgery, involving an interpreter to ensure family understanding. He performed a delicate pediatric hernia repair using absorbable sutures to accommodate growth. The hospital's charity fund covered costs, and the child now participates in local football.