Assoc. Prof. M.D. Afag Aghayeva

As an 82-year-old with chronic diverticulitis, I'd seen many specialists. Dr. Afag was different. During my routine colonoscopy at Acibadem Altunizade, she didn't just perform the procedure. She noticed subtle inflammation patterns others missed and designed a tailored probiotic and dietary regimen that felt like it was made just for me. Her follow-up call three days later to check on my comfort level showed genuine care I haven't experienced in decades of medical visits. She treats the whole person, not just the chart.

Our 7-year-old son developed severe, unexplained abdominal pain. The ER pediatrician referred us to Dr. Aghayeva for what they feared was a complex pediatric GI issue. She had this incredible way of kneeling to his eye level, explaining his 'tummy map' with a simple drawing. She suspected a rare food protein-induced condition and ordered specific, minimally invasive tests. Her diagnosis was precise, and her treatment plan involved his favorite foods in safe ways. She turned a terrifying emergency into a manageable journey. We trust her completely.

I arrived at the hospital with acute pancreatitis, a true emergency. Dr. Afag Aghayeva managed my case with astonishing calm and speed. She coordinated immediately with the surgical team, but her own non-surgical intervention—a precise endoscopic procedure to drain a developing pseudocyst—prevented major surgery. Her explanations to my frantic family were clear, direct, and devoid of unnecessary panic. She navigated the crisis with expertise that felt both cutting-edge and deeply human. She saved me from a far more complicated recovery.

After a complex Whipple procedure for a pancreatic tumor, my follow-up care was daunting. Dr. Aghayeva's approach was meticulous. She didn't just monitor healing; she analyzed my digestive enzyme levels, tailored pancreatic enzyme replacements in exact doses, and created a phased nutritional plan that rebuilt my strength week by week. She used data from my patient portal app to adjust things in real-time. This wasn't a standard post-op protocol; it was a dynamic, data-driven recovery roadmap. Her expertise in the intricate aftermath of major surgery is exceptional.