Patient Experience
My 12-year-old daughter developed alopecia areata after a traumatic event. While others focused solely on hair regrowth, Dr. Aysit addressed the psychological component first, connecting us with a therapist specializing in childhood trauma. Her combined approach of psychological support and innovative topical immunotherapy resulted not just in hair returning, but in my daughter reclaiming her confidence.
I brought my 8-year-old son, Ali, after he fainted during football practice. Our family doctor was concerned about his heart. Dr. Koroglu was incredible with children, he didn't just examine him, he explained everything using toy models of the heart. He discovered a previously undiagnosed mild arrhythmia that only showed up during intense activity. Instead of jumping to medication, he created a tailored exercise plan and monitoring schedule. Six months later, Ali is playing sports safely with proper precautions. Dr. Koroglu treated my son with such kindness and patience, making him feel brave instead of scared.
As a 72-year-old retired teacher with multiple chronic conditions, I've seen many cardiologists. None compared to Dr. Koroglu. During a routine checkup, he noticed subtle changes in my EKG that others had dismissed as 'normal aging.' He ordered specialized tests that revealed critical narrowing in three arteries. What followed wasn't just surgery, it was a comprehensive plan. He coordinated with my endocrinologist and nephrologist, adjusting medications to protect my kidneys during the stent procedure. His follow-up protocol included home monitoring devices and weekly telehealth check-ins. He doesn't just treat hearts; he treats whole human beings with respect for their life experience.
My husband collapsed at home with what we thought was a severe panic attack. At the ER, Dr. Koroglu was called in immediately. Within minutes, he identified it as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, 'broken heart syndrome' triggered by emotional stress after our daughter's accident. While other doctors focused only on the physical symptoms, Dr. Koroglu understood the mind-heart connection. He arranged psychological support alongside cardiac rehabilitation. His approach was both scientifically precise and deeply human. He visited daily, sometimes just to sit and listen. My husband's recovery was remarkable because Dr. Koroglu healed more than just his heart muscle.
I'm a 45-year-old marathon runner who went for a routine sports cardiology assessment. Dr. Koroglu found something unsettling: early signs of athletic heart syndrome that masked a genetic connective tissue disorder affecting my aorta. Rather than telling me to stop running, he designed a unique 'graded return' program with continuous monitoring through a wearable device he personally reviewed weekly. He even modified my strength training to protect my joints. A year later, I completed a half-marathon with his team tracking my data in real time. He approaches elite athletic hearts not as problems to fix but as high-performance systems to optimize, a completely different perspective from any cardiologist I've consulted internationally.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. Assoc. Prof. MD. Busra Yilmaz. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
As a 72-year-old retired ceramics artist with severe osteoarthritis in both hands, I had resigned myself to never throwing pottery again. Assoc. Prof. MD. Alkan Bayrak performed bilateral thumb CMC joint arthroplasties using a novel tendon suspension technique he developed. Six months later, I not only regained pain-free function but celebrated by creating a commemorative vase for his clinic, something I never dreamed possible.
My 14-year-old daughter, a promising gymnast, suffered a rare osteochondritis dissecans lesion in her elbow during a uneven bars routine. Dr. Bayrak's team used bioabsorbable fixation and platelet-rich plasma therapy in a single arthroscopic procedure. What stood out was his collaboration with her coach to design a sport-specific rehabilitation protocol. She returned to competition within 9 months and just qualified for national championships.
After a motorcycle accident left me with a complex open tibial fracture and compartment syndrome, I faced possible amputation. Dr. Bayrak performed emergency vascular repair followed by staged reconstruction using a custom 3D-printed titanium lattice implant to promote bone growth. His round-the-clock monitoring during the critical first week saved my leg. Two years later, I'm hiking again.
My 8-year-old son with cerebral palsy developed severe hip subluxation causing constant pain. Dr. Bayrak proposed a modified femoral osteotomy combined with selective percutaneous adductor releases, a less invasive approach than traditional surgery. He created animated videos to explain the procedure to my son using superhero metaphors. The recovery was remarkably smooth, and my son now sleeps through the night pain-free for the first time in years.
As a 45-year-old marine biologist, I developed avascular necrosis in my shoulder from years of heavy diving equipment. Dr. Bayrak performed a vascularized fibular graft transfer, taking bone from my leg to revascularize my shoulder. He coordinated with a hyperbaric medicine specialist for post-op oxygen therapy. I've since returned to deep-sea research dives, monitoring coral reefs with full mobility.
My 81-year-old mother fractured her hip during a fall at home. Dr. Bayrak recognized signs of undiagnosed osteomalacia and treated the nutritional deficiency alongside surgical repair with a cemented hemiarthroplasty. He implemented an early mobilization protocol that had her walking with assistance within 24 hours, preventing common post-operative complications. She now tends her rooftop garden again.
A rare benign bone tumor in my femur was discovered during a routine sports physical at age 17. Dr. Bayrak used cryoablation combined with minimally invasive curettage and bone grafting, preserving my growth plate. He scheduled procedures around my final exams and worked with my running coach. I not only avoided deformity but broke my personal record in the 800m six months post-op.
After failed rotator cuff repairs elsewhere left me with a massive irreparable tear at 58, Dr. Bayrak performed a superior capsular reconstruction using dermal allograft, a relatively new procedure in our region. His meticulous post-op protocol included tele-rehabilitation with video check-ins. I've regained 90% of my range of motion and recently completed a cross-country cycling tour.
My 6-year-old daughter was born with radial club hand, struggling with basic tasks. Dr. Bayrak performed a centralization procedure using a circular external fixator he adjusted weekly to gradually correct alignment. He created a 'space adventure' narrative where each adjustment was a 'mission control' visit, completely eliminating her fear of treatment. She now writes her name clearly and proudly.
As a 33-year-old professional cellist, I developed focal dystonia in my left hand causing career-threatening finger curling. Multiple specialists dismissed it as psychological until Dr. Bayrak identified it as a rare manifestation of cervical radiculopathy. His targeted C6-C7 microdiscectomy relieved nerve compression. After three months of specialized hand therapy, I returned to the stage and recently performed a solo concert at the conservatory.
My husband, a 52-year-old carpenter, had debilitating spinal stenosis from decades of physical work. Dr. Bayrak performed a minimally invasive lumbar decompression through a tubular retractor system, preserving spinal stability. He arranged for occupational therapy specifically focused on woodworking ergonomics. My husband returned to his workshop within weeks, now pain-free with modified techniques.
A congenital pseudoarthrosis of the clavicle went undiagnosed in my teenage son until a growth spurt caused severe shoulder asymmetry. Dr. Bayrak performed a vascularized bone graft from the iliac crest with internal fixation. He coordinated with a tailor to create custom clothing adaptations during recovery to minimize social anxiety. The bone healed completely, restoring normal shoulder contour.
After surviving bone cancer in childhood, I developed severe post-radiation osteonecrosis in my jaw at 28. Dr. Bayrak collaborated with maxillofacial surgeons to perform a microvascular fibula free flap reconstruction, harvesting part of my leg bone to rebuild my jaw. His attention to both function and aesthetics allowed me to eat normally again and restored my facial symmetry.
My 67-year-old neighbor, a retired ballet teacher, suffered complex ankle fractures in a fall. Dr. Bayrak recognized her profound psychological distress at potential mobility loss and designed a hybrid external fixation system that allowed early weight-bearing. He incorporated ballet barre exercises into her rehab. She now teaches modified classes at her former studio.