M.D. Ökkeş Baz

I brought my 4-year-old son, Leo, who developed a sudden, intense fear of light and was constantly rubbing his eyes. Dr. Baz was a miracle worker. He didn't just examine him; he turned it into a game. He had little toy glasses and called his instruments 'space lasers.' Leo went from terrified to giggling. Dr. Baz diagnosed pediatric uveitis quickly and started treatment. His bedside manner with children is something I've never seen before. He spoke to Leo, not just to me. At Acibadem Atakent, they made us feel safe. Follow-ups were just as gentle. My son now asks when we get to see the 'eye space captain' again.

As a 72-year-old with rapidly progressing cataracts in both eyes, I was terrified of surgery. My vision was like looking through a fogged-up bathroom window. Dr. Ökkeş Baz explained the procedure with such clarity and patience, using simple analogies I could grasp. He never rushed me. The surgery on my first eye at Acibadem was seamless. But what truly astounded me was the follow-up. The next day, when the patch came off, I could see the clock on the wall clearly for the first time in years. I wept. Dr. Baz just smiled calmly and said, 'Now we prepare for the second window.' His confidence is quiet, his skill immense. He gave me back my independence.

This was no routine checkup. I'm a graphic designer, and I started seeing a persistent, shimmering zigzag line in my peripheral vision—a classic migraine aura, but it wouldn't go away for hours. I went to the emergency eye clinic at Acibadem Atakent in a panic. Dr. Baz saw me immediately. His demeanor was focused and intensely reassuring. He performed a incredibly thorough retinal scan and dilation, ruling out a tear or detachment. He diagnosed a complex ocular migraine variant and explained the neurology behind it in a way that finally made sense. He coordinated with a neurologist on the spot. This wasn't just about my eyes; it was about my brain and my livelihood. He treated the emergency with urgent care, not alarm.

My case was complex: a failed previous retinal detachment surgery elsewhere left me with scar tissue and persistent floaters like swirling ink. I had consulted several doctors who were hesitant. Dr. Baz reviewed my files with a deep, contemplative focus. He didn't promise miracles; he outlined a meticulous, two-stage plan involving a vitrectomy and careful membrane peeling. The surgery at Acibadem was longer than most, but his precision was legendary among the staff. The post-op recovery had its bumps, but he was available day and night for my worried calls. Now, six months later, the scar tissue is gone, and my vision is stable. Dr. Baz tackles the puzzles others avoid. He is not just a surgeon; he is a master restorer.