M.D. Hatem Doğu

A 72-year-old retired fisherman from the Black Sea coast presented with debilitating phantom limb pain two years after a traumatic amputation. His pain was resistant to conventional medications. Dr. Doğu implemented a novel combination of targeted nerve blocks and mirror therapy, coordinating with a physiotherapist to create a personalized desensitization program. The patient, who had been housebound, regained the ability to use a prosthetic and returned to light woodworking, finding profound pain relief and a renewed sense of purpose.

A 19-year-old nationally-ranked e-sports athlete developed severe, focal hand and wrist pain (likely a complex regional pain syndrome variant) from repetitive strain, threatening her career. Traditional rest and anti-inflammatories had failed. Dr. Doğu designed a cutting-edge regimen involving pulsed radiofrequency ablation of specific peripheral nerves, combined with a strict biofeedback and ergonomic retraining schedule. She returned to competition within three months, pain-free, with modified techniques to prevent recurrence.

A 45-year-old Syrian refugee and former teacher, suffering from post-traumatic chronic widespread pain and migraines following war injuries, presented with significant psychological overlay. Dr. Doğu's approach was holistic, using carefully titrated medications alongside the hospital's first dedicated pain psychology program. He facilitated her access to art therapy and group sessions. Her pain levels dropped significantly, enabling her to begin language courses and volunteer work, marking a dramatic improvement in her quality of life.

A 38-year-old commercial airline pilot presented with an obscure, burning neuropathic pain along his lower ribs, unexplained by scans, which grounded him. Dr. Doğu diagnosed intercostal neuralgia from a forgotten minor injury. Treatment involved a precise ultrasound-guided cryoablation of the affected nerve. The minimally invasive procedure provided immediate relief. After a short recovery, the pilot passed his medical recertification and returned to flying international routes, his career salvaged.