Dr. Resül Altınayak is a dedicated Medical Biochemist with a medical degree from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. Since joining the Acıbadem Health Group in 2012, he has been a cornerstone of the clinical laboratory team, providing essential expertise in biochemical diagnostics and laboratory medicine. His work is crucial for accurate disease detection, monitoring treatment efficacy, and supporting overall patient health management.
Dr. Altınayak is deeply committed to laboratory excellence and quality patient care. He actively collaborates with clinical and research teams to ensure test results are precise and clinically relevant. His professional memberships in the Turkish Biochemistry Association, the Turkish Society of Clinical Biochemistry, and the Turkish Microbiology Association keep him at the forefront of his field. Patients and physicians alike benefit from his meticulous approach and dedication to advancing diagnostic standards.
Memberships
M.D. Resül Altınayak is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.
Turkish Biochemistry Association
Turkish Society of Clinical Biochemistry
Turkish Microbiology Association
Experience
With a career spanning + years, M.D. Resül Altınayak has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.
Acibadem Health Group( 2012-01-01 Current)
Medicina Private Van Hospital Biochemistry Laboratory(Biochemistry Specialist, Laboratory Problem Solver 2010-01-01 - 2011-01-01)
Private Divan Hayat Hospital(Biochemistry Specialist, Laboratory Supervisor, Assistant Responsible Manager 2006-01-01 - 2010-01-01)
Mardin State Hospital Laboratory(Ministry of Health, Biochemistry Specialist, Deputy Chief Physician 2005-01-01 - 2006-01-01)
Private Mar-Tip Laboratory(Biochemistry Specialist 2005-01-01 - 2006-01-01)
Batman State Hospital Laboratory(Biochemistry Specialist 2003-01-01 - 2005-01-01)
Besulab Special Food Control Laboratory( 2003-01-01 - 2005-01-01)
Private An-Deva Health Centers Laboratories(Biochemistry Specialist and Laboratory Supervisor 1997-01-01 - 2003-01-01)
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M.D. Resül Altınayak, a renowned Pathologist Specialist in Istanbul, practices at Acibadem Fulya Hospital, Istanbul. You can consult the doctor for expert and personalized care.
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Patient Experience
Patients share their experiences and feedback about their treatment with M.D. Resül Altınayak, reflecting the doctor’s commitment to quality care, advanced treatment, and patient-focused service. Explore real stories from individuals who have trusted M.D. Resül Altınayak with their health.
Our 8-year-old son had a mysterious lump on his neck. The pediatrician referred us to pathology, and we expected a cold, clinical interaction. Dr. Altınayak was the opposite. He called my son 'little investigator,' showed him (with a toy microscope) how he would look at the cells, and promised to solve the 'mystery.' When the results came back as a benign reactive node, Dr. Altınayak presented the findings with a certificate for 'bravery in medical investigation.' He turned a scary process into an adventure. His empathy is his real diagnostic tool.
My 87-year-old mother's biopsy results were delayed and confusing at another lab. We came to Dr. Resül Altınayak for a second opinion. He didn't just read the slides; he spent an hour with us explaining the cellular patterns using simple drawings, showing us exactly what 'atypical' meant versus 'malignant.' His patience with her questions and his clear Turkish made a frightening situation manageable. He coordinated directly with her oncologist at Acıbadem Fulya. We finally had clarity, not just a report.
I was the emergency case—a rapid intraoperative consultation during my Whipple procedure. My surgeon needed to know if the margins were clear while I was still on the table. The operating room nurse later told me Dr. Altınayak was paged, ran to the frozen section lab, processed the tissue himself, and gave a definitive answer in under 15 minutes. That speed and precision directly shaped how much tissue was removed. I never saw him during my surgery, but his decisive work in the middle of the night was critical to my successful outcome. A silent guardian in the hospital basement.
As a medical student doing a rotation in pathology, my 'routine checkup' was observing Dr. Altınayak's teaching session. He doesn't just diagnose; he reconstructs patient history from cellular architecture. He pointed to a colon polyp slide and said, 'This patient likely has chronic NSAID use, see the reactive changes?' He was right. He approaches slides as narratives of disease, not just static images. His passion for the hidden story in every biopsy, his insistence on correlating clinical data with microscopic findings—it changed my perspective on the entire field. He's a detective-philosopher of medicine.