Assoc. Prof. M.D. Şule Göncü Ayhan

After a decade of unexplained secondary infertility and three heartbreaking miscarriages, I was referred to Dr. Şule Göncü Ayhan by a colleague who called her a 'reproductive detective.' My case was complex—thin endometrium, elevated NK cells, and a septate uterus that previous doctors had missed. Dr. Ayhan didn't just treat symptoms; she orchestrated a full-system investigation. She collaborated with immunology and hematology, prescribed a tailored protocol of heparin and intralipid therapy, and performed a hysteroscopic metroplasty with such precision. Her calm, analytical demeanor was my anchor through the anxiety. Today, I'm holding my 3-month-old daughter, a miracle Dr. Ayhan engineered piece by piece. She doesn't just practice medicine; she solves intricate biological puzzles.

My 14-year-old daughter developed severe pelvic pain and irregular, heavy bleeding that made her miss school. Pediatricians dismissed it as 'bad periods.' We saw Dr. Ayhan as a last resort. She spoke directly to my daughter, not just to me, earning her trust instantly. After a gentle ultrasound, she diagnosed a large ovarian endometrioma—rare in adolescents. Dr. Ayhan explained everything with diagrams, outlining a conservative laparoscopic approach to preserve fertility. The surgery at Acibadem Atasehir was a success; she removed the cyst and found and treated stage II endometriosis. Her follow-up care included coordinating with a pediatric nutritionist for an anti-inflammatory diet. Dr. Ayhan treated my child with dignity and expertise, giving her back her adolescence.

As a 68-year-old woman, I was embarrassed to discuss the pressure and urinary leakage I'd been hiding for years. I thought it was just 'part of aging.' During a routine check-up for osteoporosis, Dr. Ayhan asked specific, thoughtful questions that uncovered the issue. She diagnosed a significant uterine prolapse and cystocele. She presented all options, from pessaries to surgery, without pressure. I opted for a robotic-assisted sacrocolpopexy, which she performed. Her technical skill was matched by her profound respect for my quality of life at this stage. The recovery was smoother than I imagined. Now, I can garden, travel, and laugh without worry. She provides exceptional care that honors every phase of a woman's life.

I arrived at Acibadem Atasehir's ER at 22 weeks pregnant with sudden, severe hypertension (180/110) and blurred vision. It was terrifying. Dr. Ayhan was the on-call specialist and took immediate command of the situation. She diagnosed severe preeclampsia with HELLP syndrome onset. In a calm, urgent voice, she explained the grave risks to me and my baby, outlining the need for stabilization and likely delivery. She managed my care in ICU for 48 hours, balancing medications to protect my brain and liver while giving steroids for the baby's lungs. At 23 weeks, she performed an emergency C-section with a neonatology team ready. My son is now in the NICU fighting, and I am recovering. Dr. Ayhan's decisive action in that crisis saved both our lives. She is a master of high-stakes obstetric medicine.