M.D. Tarik Elri

As a 72-year-old with a puzzling, persistent pain in my ribs that other scans missed, I was referred to Dr. Tarik Elri for a bone scan. From the moment I entered the Nuclear Medicine department at Acibadem Bursa, his calm and patient demeanor put me at ease. He didn't just perform the procedure; he explained each step in simple Turkish, showing me the gamma camera and how it would work. The scan revealed a small, previously undetected stress fracture. His detailed report and direct call to my orthopedic doctor coordinated my care perfectly. He treated me not as just an old patient, but as a person who needed clear answers. Teşekkürler, Dr. Elri.

Our 8-year-old daughter, Elif, was terrified of hospitals and needed a renal scan to check her kidney function after a severe infection. Dr. Elri was a miracle worker. He greeted her by name, showed her a cartoon about how the 'special camera' worked, and let her hold a (inactive) dummy syringe. During the lengthy scan, he played her favorite music and talked to her about school. His technique was so gentle she didn't cry once. The results were clear, and his follow-up advice was practical for preventing future issues. We've never seen a doctor connect with a frightened child so effectively. His expertise in nuclear medicine is matched only by his extraordinary compassion.

I was rushed to Acibadem Bursa after a serious car accident. While CT scans showed internal injuries, the trauma team needed to know immediately if there was active bleeding in my abdomen. Dr. Elri was called in for an emergency red blood cell scan late at night. His speed and precision were breathtaking. He worked seamlessly with the ER surgeons, providing real-time verbal updates during the scan itself. His quick, definitive diagnosis of a slow splenic bleed guided the surgical team's decision to intervene immediately, likely saving my life. In the chaos of an emergency, his focused calm and authoritative expertise were a anchor. This wasn't a routine checkup; it was life-saving medicine.

Following a complex thyroid cancer surgery, I required radioactive iodine ablation therapy. The process seemed daunting—isolation, strict precautions, potential side effects. Dr. Elri's pre-therapy consultation was a masterclass in patient education. He used 3D models and diagrams to explain exactly how the treatment would target any remaining cancer cells, meticulously outlined the radiation safety protocols for my family, and prepared me for the isolation period. During my isolation at the hospital, he checked on me daily via the intercom, not just medically but for my morale. My follow-up scan showed complete success. Dr. Elri manages this highly specialized, intimidating treatment with unparalleled clarity, safety, and genuine human support.