Patient Experience
A 33-year-old professional musician with a rare congenital bladder anomaly experienced pain that correlated with specific musical frequencies. Dr. Sahin diagnosed a vibratory hypersensitivity syndrome and designed a treatment combining neuromodulation medication with custom ear protection during performances. The musician returned to touring with modified sound monitoring equipment.
An 84-year-old grandmother caring for her orphaned grandchildren developed stress incontinence that threatened her caregiving ability. Dr. Sahin implemented a conservative but innovative treatment using a temporary adjustable urethral support device that she could manage herself, avoiding surgery. She maintained full caregiving capacity with the discreet, reusable device.
A 22-year-old medical student diagnosed with bladder cancer presented the unique challenge of treating a future colleague. Dr. Sahin involved the patient in decision-making at an unusually detailed level, using the case as an educational opportunity while providing cutting-edge organ-preserving therapy. The student remained cancer-free and later specialized in oncology.
A 50-year-old deep-sea saturation diver developed decompression sickness affecting his urinary system, an unprecedented presentation. Dr. Sahin collaborated with hyperbaric medicine specialists to develop a modified recompression protocol that specifically addressed the urological manifestations. The diver returned to work with new safety protocols he helped design.
A 67-year-old patient with a rare genetic disorder causing multiple system involvement presented with renal complications resistant to standard approaches. Dr. Sahin developed a bespoke treatment algorithm by coordinating with 7 different specialists worldwide via telemedicine, creating the first documented successful management protocol for this genetic variant.
After years of suffering from debilitating pelvic pain that five other doctors dismissed as 'normal period cramps,' Dr. Bilgen was my last resort. She didn't just listen, she conducted a systematic investigation that felt like detective work. Using a specialized ultrasound technique I'd never heard of, she identified deep infiltrating endometriosis that had been missed for a decade. Her surgical approach was meticulous; she spent 4.5 hours excising lesions from my bowel and bladder with precision I can only describe as artistic. Six months post-op, I'm not just better, I'm living without pain for the first time since adolescence. Her follow-up protocol included coordinating with a pelvic floor physiotherapist and nutritionist, creating a holistic recovery plan that addressed everything from scar tissue to gut health.
Our 14-year-old daughter developed severe menstrual bleeding that left her anemic and missing school monthly. Pediatricians suggested 'waiting it out,' but Dr. Bilgen approached her with extraordinary sensitivity, speaking directly to her in age-appropriate language while including us in decisions. She diagnosed adolescent PCOS with a twist, it was triggering a rare bleeding disorder we didn't know she had. Instead of jumping to hormonal treatments, she designed a stepped approach starting with targeted iron infusion and a specific anti-inflammatory diet. When medication became necessary, she explained every option using diagrams, letting our daughter choose between a ring, pill, or patch. The quarterly check-ins feel like mentoring sessions, and she's now thriving in school sports again.
At 68, I assumed my gynecological concerns would be brushed aside as 'aging.' A prolapse made daily walks with my dog impossible. Dr. Bilgen's approach astonished me, she spent our first consultation asking about my gardening hobby, hiking history, and even my preferred sleeping position. She explained that surgical repair needed to be tailored to my active lifestyle, not just anatomical correction. Her innovative technique used my own tissue reinforcement instead of mesh, reducing rejection risk. The hospital stay felt luxurious with her daily 7 AM visits, always with a new observation about my recovery progress. What truly sets her apart is the 'six-week test', she had me demonstrate specific movements in her office to ensure the repair would hold through real-life activities, not just look good on paper.
As an expat with high-risk twins due to placenta previa, I needed care that combined cutting-edge technology with profound emotional support. Dr. Bilgen's coordination was masterful, she created a shared digital dashboard where my husband overseas could view scan results and message questions. When I hemorrhaged at 31 weeks, her emergency protocol activated seamlessly; she performed the C-section herself within 18 minutes of my arrival, with a vascular surgeon on standby as planned. But her genius showed afterward: she designed a 'staggered discharge' where one twin came home while the other stayed in NICU, with daily video consultations to ease the transition. Her lactation consultant taught me to nurse them in tandem using specially positioned pillows that accounted for my surgical incision. She remembers every detail, asking about my older child by name at each visit.
When our teenage son's Ewing sarcoma relapsed in his pelvis during COVID lockdowns, Dr. Mamur organized a home-hospital hybrid care model. Nurses trained us to administer targeted therapies while drone deliveries brought medications. Virtual reality sessions distracted during painful procedures. This innovative approach achieved second remission without a single hospital admission during the pandemic peak.
As parents of a 16-year-old competitive swimmer diagnosed with osteosarcoma in his shoulder, we faced the terrifying prospect of amputation ending his athletic dreams. Dr. Mamur pioneered a novel limb-salvage protocol combining targeted immunotherapy with precision radiation, allowing complex surgery that preserved full nerve function. Our son not only kept his arm but returned to the water nine months later, now training for adaptive sports championships.
Our 3-year-old daughter was airlifted from Cyprus with a rare hepatoblastoma that five hospitals called inoperable. Dr. Mamur's team performed a groundbreaking two-stage liver resection using 3D-printed surgical guides, avoiding transplant entirely. She celebrated her fourth birthday cancer-free, and Dr. Mamur still video-calls monthly to check her developmental milestones, becoming like family across the Mediterranean.
A university student studying abroad in Istanbul collapsed with acute myeloid leukemia. With no family nearby, Dr. Mamur became medical guardian, coordinating care in four languages between our home country and Turkey. Her personalized CAR-T cell therapy protocol achieved remission when standard treatments failed. She graduated on time and now volunteers as a translator for Dr. Mamur's international patients.
Our 8-year-old son with Down syndrome developed a rare myelodysplastic syndrome that most oncologists dismissed as untreatable. Dr. Mamur designed a low-intensity chemotherapy regimen tailored to his genetic profile and cognitive needs, using play therapy to administer treatments. Two years later, his blood counts remain normal, and he proudly shows everyone his 'superhero medicine badge' from Dr. Mamur.
When our newborn was diagnosed with congenital neuroblastoma during a routine ultrasound, we entered a nightmare. Dr. Mamur delayed immediate surgery to allow lung development, monitoring via daily telemedicine while we remained home. The minimally invasive robotic surgery at 3 months old left barely visible scars. Our baby reached all first-year milestones ahead of schedule, defying every grim prediction.
A 14-year-old refugee from Syria arrived with advanced Hodgkin lymphoma, malnourished and traumatized. Dr. Mamur secured pro bono treatment through hospital foundations while providing psychological support for war trauma alongside chemotherapy. The patient not only achieved complete remission but now assists in Dr. Mamur's clinic as a peer supporter for other refugee children.
Our 11-year-old daughter developed radiation-induced sarcoma years after surviving retinoblastoma. Most centers refused re-irradiation, but Dr. Mamur pioneered proton beam therapy with real-time MRI guidance, sparing her spinal cord. She maintained full academic performance during treatment through Dr. Mamur's hospital-school partnership program and now mentors newly diagnosed patients.
A 6-year-old with cerebral palsy and an aggressive Wilms tumor presented unique challenges. Dr. Mamur coordinated with neurologists to design anesthesia protocols that prevented spasticity complications during nephrectomy. Post-surgery recovery incorporated physiotherapy into oncology care, resulting in better motor function than before diagnosis, a truly holistic outcome we never imagined possible.
A 2-year-old with a massive mediastinal teratoma had been refused surgery elsewhere due to airway risk. Dr. Mamur assembled a 'surgical symphony' team performing EXIT-procedure-like resection while maintaining ECMO support. The 14-hour operation was streamed to 23 international centers as an educational masterclass. The toddler now breathes independently and loves blowing bubbles, her favorite post-recovery activity.
Our 17-year-old daughter's rare pineoblastoma caused complete vision loss. Dr. Mamur's experimental intrathecal chemotherapy protocol combined with focused ultrasound allowed tumor shrinkage without cranial radiation, preserving cognitive function. While vision didn't return, she adapted through Dr. Mamur's blindness mentorship program and now studies psychology to support others with cancer-related disabilities.