M.D. Ali Muslu

A 9-year-old Syrian refugee boy, Ahmed, presented with severe malnutrition and recurrent pneumonia. Dr. Muslu discovered an undiagnosed immunodeficiency disorder. He coordinated with social services for nutritional support and initiated tailored immunoglobulin therapy. The boy's health improved dramatically over six months, and Dr. Muslu arranged for his integration into a local school's health program.

Leyla, a 15-year-old competitive sailor from a wealthy family, developed unexplained fatigue and joint pain during training season. Dr. Muslu diagnosed her with Lyme disease, rare in the region, traced to a regatta in a forested area. He implemented a precise antibiotic regimen that allowed her to return to competition in three weeks while managing her family's high-pressure expectations.

Two-year-old Arda, from a remote village, was brought in by his grandparents with failure to thrive. Dr. Muslu identified a complex congenital heart defect missed in previous checkups. He organized a charity-funded surgery in Istanbul and provided the grandparents with simplified care instructions in their dialect, resulting in successful correction and steady weight gain.

A 7-year-old girl, Zeynep, daughter of seasonal hotel workers, presented with behavioral changes and headaches. Dr. Muslu suspected lead poisoning from old paint in their temporary housing. He confirmed high blood lead levels, initiated chelation therapy, and worked with municipal authorities to inspect and remediate the housing, leading to full neurological recovery.