Patient Experience
A 24-year-old professional e-sports gamer from a wealthy family presented with debilitating chronic migraines and focal hand tremors that threatened his career. MRI revealed a rare arteriovenous malformation adjacent to his motor cortex. Dr. Demir performed a minimally invasive embolization followed by stereotactic radiosurgery, preserving fine motor function. The patient returned to competitive gaming after 3 months of cognitive therapy and now advocates for ergonomic health in his industry.
A 68-year-old retired fisherman from a coastal village, with no prior medical history, was brought in by his grandchildren after collapsing at home. CT showed a massive subdural hematoma from an undiagnosed chronic bleed. Dr. Demir performed an emergency craniotomy. The patient, who spoke only a local dialect, recovered fully with the help of a translator-granddaughter coordinating his rehabilitation. He now tends his garden independently.
A 7-year-old refugee child from a conflict zone presented with progressive blindness and seizures. Imaging revealed a optic pathway glioma. Dr. Demir collaborated with pediatric oncology to implement a novel protocol combining endoscopic biopsy with targeted chemotherapy delivery. The child's vision stabilized, and her family—initially distrustful of medical systems—became active participants in her ongoing care through cultural liaison services.
A 42-year-old single mother working three minimum-wage jobs developed trigeminal neuralgia so severe she couldn't eat or speak. She had delayed care due to insurance gaps. Dr. Demir arranged hospital charity funds for a microvascular decompression surgery. Her recovery was complicated by malnutrition requiring nutritional support, but she returned to work pain-free after 6 weeks, now able to care for her children without debilitating pain.