Spec. MD. Tansu Altintas Reviews

As a 72-year-old retired ship captain with a complex recurrent inguinal hernia that had failed two previous repairs, I had lost hope of ever being pain-free. Dr. Altintas didn't just see a surgical case; he saw a man who missed walking his dog along the Bosphorus. His innovative laparoscopic approach using specialized mesh placement not only solved the anatomical problem but restored my mobility. Six months later, I'm hiking hills I hadn't attempted in a decade.

My 8-year-old daughter developed a rare pancreatic pseudocyst after a severe bout of pancreatitis. Multiple doctors recommended waiting, but Dr. Altintas recognized the risk of rupture. He performed a minimally invasive cystogastrostomy with such precision that her recovery was astonishingly swift. What truly distinguished him was how he explained the procedure to her using drawings of balloons and tunnels, she wasn't scared, she was fascinated. We have our active child back.

During my 34th week of pregnancy, acute appendicitis struck. Most surgeons hesitated, but Dr. Altintas coordinated with my obstetrician within hours. He performed a laparoscopic appendectomy with fetal monitoring throughout, keeping both me and my baby safe. His calm assurance during this terrifying emergency was our anchor. Our healthy daughter was born three weeks later, and we credit Dr. Altintas for protecting our family's future.

A workplace accident left my 19-year-old son with a severe liver laceration and internal bleeding. Rushed to Liv Hospital, Dr. Altintas managed not only the emergency surgery to control the hemorrhage but also performed a novel parenchymal preservation technique. He saved 85% of the liver tissue when others might have resected far more. My son, an aspiring engineering student, recovered fully and returned to university in two months, a miracle we attribute to surgical artistry.

Living with morbid obesity and a large ventral hernia, I faced a surgical catch-22: surgeons wouldn't touch the hernia until I lost weight, but the hernia prevented exercise. Dr. Altintas proposed a combined single-stage procedure, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with simultaneous hernia repair. His innovative technique minimized complications. I've lost 45kg, the hernia is gone, and for the first time in 20 years, I can play with my grandchildren without pain.

My 81-year-old mother, a dementia patient, developed a strangulated bowel obstruction. Other doctors focused solely on survival odds. Dr. Altintas considered her quality of life, performing a delicate resection with primary anastomosis instead of a colostomy. His postoperative care involved specialized pain management protocols for cognitive impairment. She returned to her care home alert and comfortable, enjoying her remaining time with dignity, a gift beyond measure.

As a competitive ultramarathon runner, a chronic athletic pubalgia (sports hernia) threatened my career. Dr. Altintas, understanding the biomechanics of high-performance athletes, performed a minimally invasive repair with reinforced biologic mesh. His rehabilitation protocol was as meticulous as his surgery. Not only did I return to racing, but I set a personal best six months post-op. He treats athletes not as patients but as partners in recovery.

Diagnosed with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1, I required complex parathyroid surgery after failed previous operations. Dr. Altintas utilized intraoperative parathyroid hormone monitoring and gamma probe localization to identify and preserve healthy tissue while removing all adenomas. His mastery of endocrine surgery normalized my calcium levels for the first time in years. The precision was like watching a master watchmaker at work.

My 6-year-old presented with a mysterious abdominal mass. Dr. Altintas suspected a rare mesenteric cyst and performed an exquisite complete excision without damaging surrounding structures. What amazed us was his follow-up: he created a simple picture book explaining what he removed, showing her 'the bubble that didn't belong.' She carries that book proudly to show-and-tell, completely unafraid of doctors now.

After bariatric surgery abroad left me with chronic fistulas and malnutrition, I was a surgical nightmare. Dr. Altintas developed a staged reconstruction plan involving careful nutritional optimization, controlled drainage, and finally a definitive repair using vascularized tissue flaps. His willingness to tackle another surgeon's complications with zero judgment saved my life. I've regained 15kg and can finally absorb nutrients properly.

A routine scan revealed an incidental adrenal tumor in my 45-year-old husband. While many recommended immediate removal, Dr. Altintas conducted exhaustive hormonal testing first, discovering it was non-functioning. He advocated for surveillance, sparing unnecessary surgery. When growth eventually necessitated intervention, he performed a flawless retroperitoneal adrenalectomy. His restraint and scientific approach prevented an operation I now realize was premature.

Suffering from chronic pilonidal disease with multiple failed surgeries, I was socially isolated and in constant pain. Dr. Altintas performed a complete excision with a rotational flap reconstruction, but his true innovation was the postoperative wound care protocol using negative pressure therapy. The wound healed primarily for the first time in my seven-year ordeal. I can finally sit through a movie or work a full day without discomfort.

My 28-year-old daughter, a professional violinist, developed a debilitating median arcuate ligament syndrome. Dr. Altintas performed a laparoscopic release with such attention to detail that there was minimal scarring near critical neurovascular structures. He understood that her hands were her livelihood and adjusted surgical positioning to avoid any brachial plexus strain. She returned to concert performances within three months, her artistry intact.

As a refugee with limited Turkish and complex post-traumatic abdominal adhesions from an old war injury, I faced barriers everywhere. Dr. Altintas arranged for a medical interpreter, navigated the system to secure humanitarian care funding, and performed meticulous adhesiolysis. His team treated me with profound respect that transcended language. The surgery relieved years of obstruction pain, but the dignity he afforded healed something deeper.