M.D. Tolga Hüner

As an 82-year-old with chronic diverticulitis, I'd seen many specialists. Dr. Hüner was different. During my routine colonoscopy at Eskisehir Acibadem, he discovered a precancerous polyp in a tricky bend of the sigmoid colon. Instead of rushing, he explained the endoscopic mucosal resection procedure to my daughter and me using a simple diagram he drew. His hands were steady, his manner calm. The follow-up was meticulous—he personally called with biopsy results. For the first time in years, I feel confident about my digestive health.

Our 7-year-old son, Ali, developed severe, unexplained abdominal pain and refused to eat. Pediatricians were stumped. Dr. Hüner met us in the emergency department late on a Friday. He knelt to talk to Ali at his level, asking about his favorite cartoon characters before gently examining him. He suspected a rare intussusception and ordered a specific ultrasound. He was right. Dr. Hüner performed a pneumatic reduction successfully, avoiding surgery. He checked on Ali every two hours through the night. He didn't just treat a child; he cared for a frightened little boy and his terrified parents.

I'm a 45-year-old teacher who went in for what I thought was severe heartburn. Dr. Hüner's routine endoscopy revealed a complex, early-stage esophageal tumor. The news shattered me. But his approach was a masterclass in compassionate care. He mapped out a multidisciplinary plan involving oncology, but led my complex laparoscopic esophagectomy himself. The surgery lasted 6 hours. What stands out is his brutal honesty paired with unwavering optimism. He never sugarcoated the recovery, yet his belief in a positive outcome was contagious. Eight months later, I'm cancer-free and back teaching, thanks to his exceptional skill and relentless follow-up.

After years of managing IBS with diet, my symptoms escalated dramatically. I saw Dr. Hüner for a second opinion. He spent an hour reviewing my decade-old medical records I'd brought, connecting dots others missed. He suspected SIBO and ordered a specific breath test, which confirmed it. His treatment wasn't just antibiotics; it was a detailed, phased plan involving dietary changes, probiotics, and stress management techniques. He even recommended a meditation app. My follow-up visits feel like collaborative sessions, not rushed appointments. He treats the whole patient, not just the gut. For the first time, I have a manageable path forward.