Prof. M.D. Fatih Dikici

I'm a 72-year-old retired teacher who had been living with debilitating hip pain for years, convinced it was just 'old age.' My daughter finally insisted I see Dr. Dikici. From the moment I walked into Acibadem Atakent, I felt heard. He didn't just glance at my X-rays; he spent 20 minutes asking about my daily life, what I missed doing. He explained my severe osteoarthritis with a simple drawing, showing how a total hip replacement would work. The surgery itself was seamless, but what truly amazed me was the follow-up. He called me personally two days after I returned home to check on my pain levels. Now, six months later, I'm gardening again and even took a walking tour in Cappadocia. He gave me my independence back.

Our 8-year-old son, Emre, took a bad fall from his bicycle and couldn't move his left arm. The emergency room was chaotic, but when Dr. Fatih Dikici arrived, his calm demeanor immediately settled our panic. He spoke directly to Emre in a gentle, playful tone, calling him 'little champion.' He diagnosed a complex supracondylar humerus fracture that needed surgery. He explained the procedure to us with absolute clarity, using 3D models on a tablet. Post-surgery, he visited Emre three times a day, each time with a new sticker for his cast. The care was exceptional—not just clinical, but deeply human. Emre's arm has healed perfectly, and he still talks about 'the cool doctor who fixed him with magic.'

As a competitive marathon runner, a stress fracture in my tibia felt like a death sentence. I'd seen two other orthopedists who offered generic rest plans. Dr. Dikici was completely different. He analyzed my gait, my training schedule, and even my footwear. He designed a phased, non-surgical rehabilitation protocol that was aggressive yet safe, incorporating pool running and specific strength work. He didn't just treat the bone; he treated me as an athlete. We had weekly check-ins via the hospital's portal where he'd review my progress videos. His approach was a perfect blend of cutting-edge orthopedics and sports science. I'm not just healed; I'm back running stronger, with better form, and just qualified for Boston. He's a specialist who understands passion.

My case was a mess—a failed lumbar spinal fusion from another hospital, chronic pain, and a looming sense of despair. I came to Dr. Dikici as a last resort. He didn't promise miracles. Instead, he led a 'tumor board'-style review with neurologists and pain specialists specifically for my complex case. He presented me with three detailed options, from revision surgery to advanced pain management, with transparent success rates for each. We chose a complex revision surgery. The procedure took hours longer than planned due to scar tissue, but his skill was evident. His post-op care was meticulous, focusing on neuro-muscular re-education, not just wound healing. It's been a long road, but for the first time in a decade, I have more pain-free days than not. He tackled a problem others created with unparalleled expertise and honesty.