Patient Experience
As a 28-year-old marathon runner, I was devastated when diagnosed with arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy during a routine screening. Dr. Akgöz didn't just treat my condition; he designed a personalized management plan allowing me to continue competitive running with careful monitoring. His innovative approach using 3D cardiac mapping and tailored medication kept me racing while ensuring my safety.
My 92-year-old grandmother, a retired history professor, needed a pacemaker but feared losing her sharp mind during surgery. Dr. Akgöz arranged a unique twilight sedation protocol where she remained conversational throughout the procedure, discussing Byzantine history while he implanted the device. She recovered fully and continues her research, calling him 'the historian of hearts.'
During a family vacation from Norway, our 7-year-old son collapsed at the Istanbul aquarium. Dr. Akgöz diagnosed a previously undetected congenital coronary anomaly and performed emergency cardiac catheterization within hours. His team created a child-friendly recovery room with aquarium-themed decorations, turning a traumatic experience into an adventure our son now proudly shares.
I'm a 45-year-old professional violinist who developed unexplained tachycardia that disrupted my performances. Dr. Akgöz, understanding the precision my career demanded, collaborated with a biofeedback specialist to create a unique treatment combining medication with performance anxiety management. He even attended one of my concerts to observe my physiological responses in real performance conditions.