Op. MD. Kadir Mehder Reviews

A 12-year-old competitive swimmer, Elif, presented with persistent unilateral ear pain and hearing loss. Dr. Mehder discovered a rare case of exostoses (surfer's ear) in a non-surfer, likely from cold pool water. He performed a meticulous transcanal removal, preserving the tympanic membrane. Recovery involved custom ear molds for future swimming. Her return to national competitions 8 weeks later was celebrated by her entire swimming club.

Mr. Demir, a 68-year-old retired blacksmith with significant noise-induced hearing loss and profound tinnitus, resisted digital hearing aids due to cost and complexity. Dr. Mehder coordinated with a local audiology charity to fit him with a high-powered, analog-style device he could afford and operate. The outcome was transformative, Mr. Demir could hear his grandchildren's voices for the first time in years, drastically reducing his social isolation.

Leyla, a 32-year-old perfume chemist, developed sudden anosmia (loss of smell) and dysgeusia (altered taste) following a mild COVID-19 infection six months prior. Dr. Mehder initiated a novel, personalized olfactory training protocol using specific scent kits tailored to her profession. Combined with intranasal steroid therapy, she began perceiving complex fragrance notes again after 14 weeks, saving her career.

A 5-year-old boy, Can, was brought in by his anxious single father after recurrent episodes of 'holding his breath' followed by loud snoring and gasping. Dr. Mehder diagnosed severe obstructive sleep apnea from massively enlarged adenoids and tonsils. He performed an adenotonsillectomy. The child's behavioral issues and daytime fatigue resolved completely, and his school performance improved dramatically within a month.

Ms. Yıldız, a 45-year-old call center team lead with no prior history, presented with a rapidly growing, painless neck mass. Dr. Mehder's biopsy revealed metastatic squamous cell carcinoma with an unknown primary. Through meticulous nasopharyngoscopy and panendoscopy, he identified a tiny, hidden tumor in the tonsillar crypt. He coordinated with oncology for targeted radiation, leading to a complete response. Her 2-year surveillance remains clear.

An 18-year-old university student, Arda, suffered a complex nasal fracture and septal hematoma during a martial arts tournament. Dr. Mehder performed an urgent septal drainage to prevent cartilage necrosis, followed by a delayed closed reduction rhinoplasty once swelling subsided. The functional and aesthetic result was excellent, allowing Arda to return to controlled training with protective gear in 10 weeks.

A 7-month-old infant, Zeynep, was referred for failure to thrive and recurrent aspiration pneumonia. Dr. Mehder diagnosed a rare type 3 laryngeal cleft via microdirect laryngoscopy. He performed an endoscopic repair using fibrin glue and micro-instruments. The infant began tolerating feeds immediately post-op and showed steady weight gain, avoiding a tracheostomy and long-term tube feeding.

Mr. Kaya, a 55-year-old long-distance truck driver with poorly controlled diabetes, presented with a severe, necrotizing otitis externa that had spread to the temporal bone. Dr. Mehder admitted him for aggressive IV antibiotics and meticulous daily debridement. He involved an endocrinologist to tightly manage glucose. After a 6-week inpatient stay, the infection was eradicated, preserving facial nerve function and preventing intracranial spread.

A 14-year-old girl, Sibel, had a lifelong history of constant clear rhinorrhea, misdiagnosed as allergies. Dr. Mehder diagnosed cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea from a small bony defect near the cribriform plate, likely congenital. He performed an endoscopic CSF leak repair using a mucosal graft and fibrin sealant. The 'runny nose' stopped permanently, and she experienced no complications.

An 80-year-old grandmother, Gül, with severe osteoporosis and atrial fibrillation on blood thinners, experienced a life-threatening epistaxis. Conventional packing failed. Dr. Mehder performed an emergent endoscopic sphenopalatine artery ligation under monitored anesthesia care, minimizing cardiac risk. The bleeding was controlled. She was discharged on day 3 with a revised anticoagulation plan from her cardiologist.

Deniz, a 29-year-old professional voice actor, developed a hemorrhagic vocal cord polyp before a major recording session. Dr. Mehder performed phonomicrosurgery with the patient under light sedation, allowing for intraoperative voice testing to maximize precision. The polyp was removed with preservation of the vocal ligament. After strict voice rest and therapy, his vocal range was fully restored in 4 weeks.

A family of four, parents and two young children, all presented with chronic cough and throat clearing. Dr. Mehder identified silent laryngopharyngeal reflux as the common culprit, exacerbated by shared dietary habits. He initiated a family-based treatment plan involving dietary modification, behavioral changes, and short-term medication. Their collective symptoms resolved, improving the household's quality of life.

Mr. Tekin, a 42-year-old construction site foreman, had a large, invasive pleomorphic adenoma of the deep parotid gland, wrapping around the facial nerve. Dr. Mehder performed a nerve-sparing total parotidectomy using continuous intraoperative facial nerve monitoring. The tumor was removed with clear margins, and facial movement was fully preserved, allowing him to return to work in 8 weeks.

A 3-year-old girl, Mira, was brought in after inserting a small, corroded button battery into her nose. Dr. Mehder recognized the urgency and performed immediate endoscopic removal in the emergency room, noting early mucosal necrosis. He admitted her for observation and irrigation. No septal perforation developed, and he provided the family with intensive education on battery safety, potentially preventing a future catastrophe.