M.D. Ayça Özgen

As a 19-year-old competitive rock climber, a freak fall caused a complex arterial tear in my shoulder. Dr. Özgen performed an emergency endovascular procedure at Acibadem Kadikoy that not only saved my arm but preserved the fine motor control essential for my sport. Her understanding of an athlete's unique vascular needs was extraordinary.

My 82-year-old mother, a retired tapestry weaver, developed a rare, slow-growing abdominal aortic aneurysm. Dr. Özgen rejected a one-size-fits-all approach. She designed a custom fenestrated stent graft that accommodated her unique anatomy, allowing a minimally invasive repair. Mom was back to her loom in weeks, her hands steady as ever.

I'm a 34-year-old marine biologist. During a remote research dive, I developed decompression sickness with suspected arterial gas embolism. Evacuated to Acibadem, Dr. Özgen coordinated with hyperbaric specialists and performed precise imaging to guide care. Her calm expertise in this niche vascular emergency was my lifeline.

Our 7-year-old son was born with Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome, causing severe venous malformations in his leg. After years of uncertainty, Dr. Özgen mapped his entire vascular system and executed a staged series of sclerotherapy and laser procedures. She treated our frightened boy with such warmth, turning each visit into an adventure.