Dr. Petek Ari Turaci

I brought my 8-year-old son, Kerem, to Dr. Petek Ari Turaci after he was diagnosed with a rare metabolic disorder that made meal times a nightmare. Other doctors just gave us restrictive lists. Dr. Turaci was different. She spent an hour with Kerem, asking about his favorite cartoon characters and foods. She created a 'Superhero Fuel Plan' with color-coded portions and recipes disguised as 'power potions.' She didn't just treat a patient; she empowered a little boy. His energy levels are stable now, and he proudly explains his 'special fuel' to his friends. This wasn't dietary management; it was a transformation.

As a 72-year-old with congestive heart failure and newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes, I felt overwhelmed by conflicting dietary advice. My appointment with Dr. Turaci at Acibadem Bursa was a revelation. She examined my medications, my cultural eating habits (I'm from the Black Sea region), and even my limited mobility. She didn't ban my beloved cornbread; she modified the recipe. She created a weekly meal map that considered my salt intake, blood sugar, and heart health in one cohesive, simple plan. Her follow-up call two weeks later to adjust portions showed genuine care. My latest tests show marked improvement. She harmonized science with the reality of my life.

This review is for a true emergency dietary intervention. My wife, post-bariatric surgery at another hospital, developed severe dumping syndrome and electrolyte imbalances. She was in agony after every sip of water. We came to Acibadem Bursa in distress. Dr. Turaci took one look at her charts and admitted her for immediate nutritional stabilization. She designed a minute-by-minute 'rehydration and reintroduction protocol,' using specific temperatures and osmolarities of fluids we'd never heard of. She was at the bedside at 7 AM for three days straight, adjusting each milliliter. She turned a surgical complication into a manageable recovery path. Her expertise in acute dietary crisis is nothing short of lifesaving.

I consulted Dr. Turaci for what I thought was a routine check-up before my marathon training. I'm a 40-year-old, seemingly healthy athlete. Through detailed questioning and analysis, she identified a pattern of 'relative energy deficiency in sport' (RED-S) that my GP had missed. My intense training was silently undermining my bone density and hormonal health. She crafted a periodized nutrition strategy that aligned with my training cycles, focusing on timing and micronutrient density, not just calories. It was a complex, dynamic plan for a complex body in motion. My performance and recovery have soared, and a follow-up DEXA scan showed improved bone health. She looks at the system, not just the symptom.