Patient Experience
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr İrem Bektaş's expertise. Highly recommend for podiatry treatment.
Dr. dr İlkan Dünder provided exceptional care for my obstetrics and gynaecology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Bodrum Hospital Acibadem. Dr. dr İlkan Dünder explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr İlkan Dünder's expertise. Highly recommend for obstetrics and gynaecology treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr İlkan Dünder. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
As a 78-year-old retired maritime historian visiting Bodrum, I developed alarming neurological symptoms. Dr. Dik didn't just treat my suspected stroke; he discovered a rare medication interaction causing the mimicry. His encyclopedic knowledge of pharmacology saved me from unnecessary intervention, and his gentle manner with my frightened wife was as healing as his medical expertise.
I'm a 22-year-old competitive freediver who began experiencing unexplained syncope after deep dives. Multiple specialists dismissed it as dehydration. Dr. Dik connected subtle ECG changes with my diving logs, diagnosing a previously undetected cardiac channelopathy exacerbated by pressure changes. His tailored treatment plan allowed me to continue diving safely with new protocols.
Our 8-year-old daughter, a leukemia survivor, developed mysterious fevers during our Bodrum vacation. Dr. Dik recognized graft-versus-host disease manifestations that others missed because 'it shouldn't occur this late post-transplant.' His immediate coordination with her oncology team abroad and precise immunosuppression adjustment prevented organ damage during critical hours.
A 45-year-old chef, I attributed my weight loss and abdominal pain to stress. Dr. Dik noticed my slightly yellowed eyes during a routine hotel medical visit. He diagnosed autoimmune hepatitis early through astute observation and initiated treatment that prevented cirrhosis. His food-friendly medication schedule showed remarkable understanding of my profession's demands.
My 82-year-old father, Ahmet, was admitted to Bodrum Hospital Acibadem with severe pneumonia that rapidly progressed to septic shock. Dr. İsmail Cinel took over his case in the ICU. What struck me wasn't just his medical expertise—which was evident in how he adjusted ventilator settings and managed vasopressors—but his communication. Every day at 3 PM precisely, he would sit with our family in the small consultation room, drawing diagrams on a whiteboard to explain my father's capillary leak syndrome. He used metaphors from sailing (noting we were in Bodrum) about 'riding out the storm.' After 17 days, my father walked out. Dr. Cinel still calls every fortnight to check on his oxygenation. We've never experienced such sustained care.
Our 6-year-old daughter, Elif, suffered a near-drowning incident during a family holiday. The local clinic stabilized her but warned of potential secondary drowning. We rushed to Acibadem where Dr. Cinel was waiting. He didn't just treat numbers on a monitor; he created a calm environment. He noticed Elif was terrified of the oxygen mask, so he had a nurse bring in a stuffed dolphin and demonstrated on it first. He explained pulmonary edema to us using a sponge and water—simple but profound. He personally monitored her through the critical 8-hour window, ordering serial chest X-rays. His vigilance caught early pulmonary infiltrates others might have missed. He discharged her with a handwritten note for her school nurse. We vacation in Bodrum annually; we now view Dr. Cinel as our family guardian.
I'm a 45-year-old restaurant owner who collapsed with acute pancreatitis complicated by renal failure. My case was complex—I was transferred from another hospital's ICU. Dr. Cinel's approach was radically different. Instead of the usual barrage of specialists, he coordinated a 'closed-loop' system where he was the central conductor. He performed a bedside ultrasound himself daily, tracking my pancreatic necrosis. When nutrition became an issue, he devised a precise parenteral nutrition protocol, adjusting it literally hour-by-hour based on my triglyceride levels. Most remarkably, he identified an underlying autoimmune component everyone else had overlooked. His critical care extended beyond survival to diagnosing the root cause. Six months later, I'm back running my business, thanks to his detective work in the ICU.
My husband underwent high-risk coronary bypass surgery at 68. Post-op, he developed severe ARDS—a known complication but devastating. Dr. Cinel managed his ECMO (heart-lung machine) therapy. The experience was technical yet deeply human. Dr. Cinel would arrive at 5 AM, review the midnight logs, and adjust flows himself. He instituted a strict 'awake ECMO' protocol, keeping my husband sedated but conscious, which prevented delirium. He even facilitated video calls with our grandchildren, arguing that 'psychological oxygenation' mattered. When weaning from ECMO, he used a gradual, pressure-supported method he developed himself, which he called 'Bodrum Taper.' My husband's recovery was slower but without neurological deficits. Dr. Cinel's blend of cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned, attentive care redefined critical care for us.
As a 72-year-old retired ship captain with severe osteoarthritis in both hips, I had given up on walking without pain. Dr. Erler didn't just see me as another hip replacement case; he understood my lifelong connection to the sea and designed a rehabilitation plan around pool therapy at Bodrum's coastal facilities. Six months post-surgery, I'm not just walking—I'm wading in the Aegean again.
My 14-year-old daughter, a promising gymnast, suffered a complex growth plate fracture in her elbow during a competition. Dr. Erler's approach was remarkable—he coordinated with her coaches and designed a minimally invasive procedure that preserved her joint mobility. His follow-up included video consultations to monitor her form as she returned to training. She's now competing at national level again.
After a paragliding accident in the Bodrum hills left me with a shattered pelvis, I was airlifted to Acibadem. Dr. Erler performed emergency stabilization surgery at midnight, then personally explained the 3D-printed implant he would use for reconstruction. His innovative approach using patient-specific instrumentation allowed me to walk unaided in half the expected recovery time.
My 8-year-old son with cerebral palsy developed severe hip subluxation that traditional therapies couldn't address. Dr. Erler proposed a novel combination of guided growth surgery and custom orthotics. What stood out was his collaboration with our physiotherapist back in Germany via telemedicine, creating a seamless international care plan that transformed my son's mobility.
A 28-year-old female professional freediver from Australia, working seasonally in Bodrum, presented with recurrent, severe abdominal pain exclusively after deep dives. Dr. Öncü discovered a rare case of mesenteric artery compression exacerbated by the Valsalva maneuver during ascent. Treatment involved a tailored dietary plan to manage intra-abdominal pressure and coordination with a diving physician. The patient returned to professional diving within 8 weeks with modified techniques.
A 72-year-old retired olive grove farmer from a remote village presented with progressive dysphagia, having self-treated for years with herbal mixtures. Endoscopy revealed an advanced, obstructing esophageal stricture from untreated GERD. Dr. Öncü performed a complex, staged dilation procedure over several months. The patient's granddaughter, a medical student in Istanbul, facilitated communication and advocated for his care, resulting in restored swallowing function.
A 41-year-old Syrian refugee and tailor, recently resettled in Bodrum, presented with unexplained weight loss and fatigue. He was hesitant to seek care due to past trauma. Dr. Öncü, through a translator, diagnosed intestinal tuberculosis—a condition rare in Turkey but prevalent in his home region. A full 6-month WHO Directly Observed Therapy regimen was coordinated with public health services, leading to complete recovery and community reintegration.