Assoc. Prof. M.D. Emre Bozkurt

As a 72-year-old retired marine biologist, I discovered a rare desmoid tumor during a routine dive medical. Dr. Bozkurt's approach was unlike any surgeon I'd met—he spent hours studying deep-sea pressure effects on tissue before performing a minimally invasive procedure that preserved my abdominal wall integrity. My recovery involved aquatic therapy he personally designed, and I'm now back documenting coral reefs.

My 8-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, developed a mysterious abdominal mass that baffled three hospitals. Dr. Bozkurt identified it as an exceptionally rare omental cyst and created a surgical plan using 3D-printed models of her anatomy. He involved her in the process by naming the procedure 'The Gymnast's Repair.' She returned to competition in 4 months with barely visible scars.

During my solo sailing expedition across the Mediterranean, acute appendicitis struck 200 nautical miles from shore. The Acibadem medical helicopter reached me thanks to Dr. Bozkurt's coordination. He performed emergency surgery immediately upon arrival, accounting for my severe dehydration and sun exposure. What amazed me was his follow-up—weekly satellite calls until I completed my journey.

As a 45-year-old professional pastry chef, I faced losing my career to chronic pancreatitis. Dr. Bozkurt didn't just offer surgery; he spent days in our kitchen understanding how different procedures would affect my ability to taste and work. His hybrid laparoscopic Frey procedure preserved both pancreatic function and my olfactory nerves. I recently won an international competition with a honey-lavender creation.