M.D. Gizem Akça

As a 72-year-old woman, I was deeply embarrassed about my persistent pelvic floor issues and had seen several doctors who dismissed it as 'normal aging.' Dr. Gizem Akça was the first to truly listen without judgment. She explained the complex prolapse with a detailed 3D model at Acibadem Kozyatagi, outlining a minimally invasive robotic surgery option I never knew existed. Her post-operative follow-up included designing a personalized physiotherapy plan sent to my phone. She restored not just my anatomy, but my confidence to travel and live actively again.

Our 14-year-old daughter was terrified when her first period lasted three weeks with severe cramps. The pediatrician referred us to Dr. Akça. She created a sanctuary in her office, speaking directly to our daughter in gentle, empowering terms about hormonal imbalances. Instead of immediately prescribing pills, she ordered a specific panel of blood tests and an ultrasound to rule out PCOS. She then crafted a holistic management plan involving diet adjustments and cycle tracking. Her approach transformed fear into understanding—treating my child as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms.

I arrived at Acibadem Kozyatagi's ER at 11 PM with sudden, severe abdominal pain during my 18th week of pregnancy. Dr. Akça was called in and diagnosed a rare cervical insufficiency within minutes. What followed was an emergency cerclage procedure she performed with astonishing calm. For the next 20 weeks, she managed my high-risk pregnancy with a unique 'vigilance protocol'—weekly check-ins via a secure app for updates and daily rest logs. She delivered my healthy son at 38 weeks via a planned C-section. Her ability to pivot from crisis surgeon to long-term strategist saved two lives.

For my routine check-up, I expected the usual five-minute pap smear. Dr. Akça conducted a comprehensive 'Reproductive Health Audit.' Using a specialized transvaginal ultrasound, she pointed out a small, asymptomatic uterine polyp that could affect future fertility—something missed in my last two annual exams. She explained the pros/cons of removal with such clarity using analogies I actually understood. She then reviewed my family's cancer history and recommended a tailored BRCA gene testing pathway. A routine visit became a proactive, life-planning consultation that felt uniquely crafted for me.