Patient Experience
My 82-year-old mother developed a persistent, weeping rash on her lower legs that three other clinics dismissed as 'just old age.' Dr. Bairamov at Acibadem Kartal was the first to truly listen. He spent 40 minutes examining her, asking about her medication history (which included a new heart pill), and explained the connection with stunning clarity. His diagnosis of a specific drug-induced dermatitis was spot-on. After changing her prescription per his recommendation and using his gentle topical treatment, the rash cleared in two weeks. He treated my mother with such respect and patience, speaking directly to her, not just to me. This wasn't just dermatology; it was compassionate, holistic care for an elderly patient everyone else had given up on.
Our 6-year-old son had a terrifying episode where a large, purple birthmark on his back suddenly became raised, hot, and painful overnight. We rushed to the emergency department at Acibadem Kartal. Dr. Bairamov was called in and managed the situation with incredible calm. He explained it was a rapidly growing hemangioma that needed immediate but careful intervention to avoid complications. He performed a minimally invasive laser procedure the same day, distracting our son with stories while he worked. The relief was instant. His follow-up has been meticulous, with photo documentation at each visit to track fading. He turned a pediatric emergency into a manageable condition with zero trauma for our child. We trust him completely.
I visited Dr. Bairamov for what I thought was a routine mole check. Using a high-resolution digital dermoscope I'd never seen before, he identified a subtle, irregular pattern on a mole on my shoulder I hadn't even noticed. His explanation was detailed; he showed me the images and pointed out the concerning features versus benign ones. He recommended a precise surgical excision, which he performed himself in a procedure that felt more like fine artistry than surgery. The stitches were nearly invisible. The biopsy confirmed a very early melanoma in situ. His expertise in early detection and his surgical precision didn't just treat a problem—they potentially saved my life. This was preventive dermatology at its absolute finest.
After a failed hair transplant abroad left me with patchy growth and visible scarring, I was deeply embarrassed and had lost all hope. My case was complex, involving both scar revision and corrective grafting. Dr. Bairamov approached it like an architectural puzzle. He created a 3D simulation of my scalp, planning each graft's angle and density to blend with my existing hair and camouflage the scars. The surgery was long and intricate, but his focus never wavered. The post-op care was exceptional, with specific instructions for each phase of healing. Now, eight months later, the results are natural and seamless. He didn't just fix a botched job; he restored my confidence through a combination of advanced technology and surgical mastery I didn't know was possible.