Prof. M.D. Kahraman Öztürk

I'm a 72-year-old retired teacher with advanced osteoarthritis in both knees. For years, I accepted pain as my normal. My daughter insisted I see Dr. Öztürk. What struck me first was how he listened—really listened—to my entire history before even examining me. He didn't just push surgery; we explored conservative options first. When bilateral knee replacement became necessary, he explained the 'staged procedure' with such clarity using 3D models of my own joints. The surgery at Acibadem Fulya was flawless, but his post-op care was extraordinary. He personally guided my physiotherapist through my unique rehabilitation protocol. Six months later, I'm gardening again without pain. Dr. Öztürk gave me back my golden years.

Our 8-year-old son, Ali, took a bad fall during a football match. The local clinic said it was just a sprain, but he couldn't bear weight. We rushed to Acibadem Fulya's emergency department late at night. Dr. Öztürk was called in and identified a subtle Salter-Harris type II fracture in his ankle that others had missed. He didn't just treat the bone; he understood a child's fear. He showed Ali the X-rays, calling the fracture a 'cracked superhero bone that needs special glue (a cast).' He used waterproof casting so Ali could still swim. At follow-up, he had small football stickers ready. He treated our son with such respect and kindness. We're forever grateful for his expert eye and compassionate heart.

As a professional marathon runner, a stress fracture in my femur was catastrophic. Multiple doctors told me my career might be over. Dr. Öztürk approached my case like a complex puzzle. He coordinated with a sports nutritionist and biomechanics specialist at Acibadem Fulya to create a holistic plan. The surgery involved precise intramedullary nailing, but his innovation was in the recovery. He developed a non-weight-bearing aquatic running program weeks before typical protocols would allow. He monitored my healing with frequent low-radiation scans. Nine months later, I not only returned to running but just qualified for a major international marathon. Dr. Öztürk doesn't just fix bones; he engineers comebacks.

I arrived at Dr. Öztürk's clinic for what I thought was a routine follow-up for my old wrist fracture. During the examination, he noticed an asymmetry in my shoulder movement I hadn't mentioned. With gentle probing, he discovered I'd been ignoring worsening shoulder pain, attributing it to 'getting older.' He ordered specific dynamic ultrasound imaging right there at the hospital, revealing a significant rotator cuff tear. He explained how my compensated movement from the wrist injury had overloaded the shoulder. His treatment wasn't just the eventual arthroscopic repair; it was the complete kinetic chain rehabilitation he designed. He caught a developing serious problem during a routine visit because he looks at the whole person, not just the chart.