Assoc. Prof. M.D. Emine Şatır

A 48-year-old female professional marathon runner from Norway, training in Istanbul, presented with recurrent exercise-induced nausea and hematochezia. Capsule endoscopy diagnosed jejunal angiodysplasia exacerbated by extreme endurance training. Dr. Şatır recommended argon plasma coagulation during double-balloon enteroscopy and collaborated on a revised nutrition/hydration plan. The athlete returned to competitive running at 80% intensity after 10 weeks, with no further bleeding episodes.

A 72-year-old retired shipyard welder from Tuzla presented with progressive dysphagia and unexplained weight loss. Endoscopy revealed a rare, slow-growing neuroendocrine tumor at the gastroesophageal junction, not adenocarcinoma. Dr. Şatır coordinated a multidisciplinary approach involving endoscopic mucosal resection, avoiding major surgery. The patient, a lifelong smoker, successfully quit during treatment. He returned to his hobby of model shipbuilding 8 weeks post-procedure, with surveillance showing no recurrence at 6 months.

A 19-year-old university scholarship student from a low-income family in Diyarbakır developed severe, episodic abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea during final exams. Colonoscopy showed severe ulcerative colitis extending to the hepatic flexure. Dr. Şatır initiated a tailored biologic therapy, navigating complex insurance approvals. She connected the patient with a dietary support program and stress management resources. The student achieved clinical remission within 12 weeks and successfully completed the academic year.

A 34-year-old Syrian refugee and mother of three, working in textile manufacturing, had chronic epigastric pain and iron-deficiency anemia. Endoscopy revealed multiple duodenal ulcers and H. pylori infection. Dr. Şatır discovered the patient was secretly taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (purchased cheaply) for chronic joint pain from factory work. Treatment involved eradication therapy, pain management alternatives, and social work support for safer employment. Full healing was confirmed after 8 weeks.