Acibadem Altunizade Hospital Reviews

As an 82-year-old with severe dental anxiety from wartime experiences, I avoided dentists for decades. My dentures were failing, and I was resigned to soft foods forever. Dr. Ayşe Selçuk Bayram didn't just see broken teeth—she saw my fear. She spent our first consultation just talking, explaining each step in gentle Turkish. The full-mouth reconstruction at Acibadem Altunizade was done under sedation. I remember nothing but waking to her saying 'Bitti, amca' (It's finished, uncle). Now I can eat simit again. Her hands are steady, but her heart is steadier.

Our 7-year-old daughter developed a complex dental abscess that spread overnight. The emergency team at Acibadem Altunizade called Dr. Bayram at 11 PM. She arrived in 20 minutes, still in casual clothes, and immediately calmed our panic with a quiet joke about 'tooth dragons.' The surgery involved draining the infection and saving two permanent teeth that other dentists said would need extraction. She used a special pediatric scope with cartoon characters projected on the ceiling. Two weeks later at follow-up, my daughter brought her a drawing titled 'My Tooth Fairy Doctor.' Dr. Bayram taped it to her cabinet.

I'm a professional wind instrument player—my teeth are my livelihood. After a bicycle accident, my front teeth were fractured in a way that affected my embouchure. Multiple dentists offered standard crowns that would have ended my career. Dr. Bayram proposed a radical micro-restoration using layered composite that replicated the exact thickness and edge of my original teeth. She had me bring my clarinet to three appointments, testing the feel between layers. The result is invisible and perfect. She didn't just fix teeth; she preserved my life's work with the precision of a master craftswoman.

What started as a routine cleaning revealed a hidden odontogenic keratocyst in my jaw—a rare, aggressive growth. Dr. Bayram's approach was methodical: first a 3D scan at the hospital's imaging center, then a collaborative plan with their oncology team, though thankfully it was benign. The surgery required removing the cyst while preserving the nerve canal. Her post-op protocol was meticulous: daily WhatsApp check-ins for two weeks, custom-fit irrigation syringes, even recommending specific pillow heights. At my six-month follow-up, the regeneration was complete. She treats the whole person, not just the hole in the bone.

As a 72-year-old retired history professor who contracted a rare fungal infection after an archaeological dig in Cappadocia, I was terrified when local antibiotics failed. Dr. Kocagöz didn't just treat the infection—she became fascinated by its historical context, researching similar cases from ancient texts while designing a targeted antifungal regimen that saved both my health and my ability to continue fieldwork.

Mine was not a planned journey. I was admitted to Acibadem's emergency department with an incarcerated hiatal hernia and uncontrollable vomiting. I had a BMI of 52. The general surgeon consulted Dr. Özderya, as the hernia was massive and complicated by my obesity. She came immediately, even though it was late. She explained that performing a standard hernia repair alone would likely fail due to my weight, and proposed a combined, emergency laparoscopic procedure: hernia repair plus sleeve gastrectomy. The complexity was immense, but her calm confidence was reassuring. She successfully performed the 5-hour surgery. That emergency intervention two years ago solved both the acute crisis and the root cause. I've had no hernia recurrence and have maintained a 70kg weight loss. She is a master of complex, adaptive surgery.

I traveled from Germany specifically for a revision surgery—a nightmare scenario. My initial gastric band, placed abroad years ago, had eroded, causing infection and chronic pain. Several surgeons refused me, citing excessive risk. Dr. Özderya reviewed my files with a forensic eye. She proposed a two-stage plan: first, remove the infected band and manage the inflammation, then months later, convert to a gastric bypass. Her transparency about the risks and the lengthy process was brutal but honest. The first surgery was tricky, dealing with scar tissue and infection. Her follow-up was meticulous; weekly video calls from Turkey to Germany during the healing phase. The second surgery was textbook. Now, 18 months post-revision, I am healthy, pain-free, and losing weight again. Her expertise in surgical 'rescue' is unparalleled.

Our 14-year-old daughter, a competitive rhythmic gymnast, developed a mysterious fatigue syndrome that baffled multiple specialists. Dr. Aysimin didn't just treat symptoms—she discovered an unusual vitamin D metabolism disorder linked to her intense training schedule and restrictive diet. Her customized supplementation plan and coordination with our daughter's sports nutritionist had her back on the mat in 8 weeks, now with a gold medal at the national championships.

When our 3-day-old newborn developed persistent jaundice, Dr. Aysimin noticed subtle eye movement patterns others missed. She ordered specific genetic testing that revealed a rare but treatable metabolic disorder called Crigler-Najjar type 2. Her early intervention with specialized phototherapy and medication prevented neurological damage. Today our son is a thriving 2-year-old who loves painting with bright yellow colors—a happy coincidence we cherish.

I'm a 45-year-old software engineer who came for what I thought was a routine acid reflux checkup. Dr. Bozbaş noticed subtle patterns in my symptoms I hadn't connected—my nighttime coughing, occasional hoarseness, and exercise-induced discomfort. She proposed a comprehensive motility study rather than just prescribing stronger medication. Her approach was methodical and tech-forward; she used tablet animations to explain esophageal sphincter function in terms I, as an engineer, could appreciate. The discovery was a rare early-stage motility disorder. Her treatment plan integrates dietary timing algorithms with minimal medication, and she emails me monthly data-tracking templates. She treats my body like a complex system needing debugging rather than just a sick organ.

Following complex abdominal surgery abroad that left me with persistent fistulas and infections, I was a desperate case when I reached Dr. Bozbaş. Three other gastroenterologists had described my situation as 'managed decline.' Dr. Bozbaş spent her first consultation reconstructing my entire surgical timeline, requesting original imaging from three countries. She identified a microscopic anastomotic leak everyone had missed. Her innovation was a combined endoscopic and radiologic approach she called 'precision sealing,' avoiding another major surgery. For six weeks, she visited me daily during my hospital stay, adjusting treatments in real-time. She coordinated with nutritionists, pain specialists, and even a physical therapist specializing in post-surgical recovery. Her holistic battle plan didn't just close the fistula—it restored function I thought was lost forever.

Dr. dr Baha Celal Doğan provided exceptional care for my obstetrics and gynaecology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital. Dr. dr Baha Celal Doğan explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Baha Celal Doğan's expertise. Highly recommend for obstetrics and gynaecology treatment.

My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Baha Celal Doğan. The hospital staff was also very supportive.

Dr. dr Bahattin Tanrıkulu provided exceptional care for my neurosurgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital. Dr. dr Bahattin Tanrıkulu explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Bahattin Tanrıkulu's expertise. Highly recommend for neurosurgery treatment.

My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Bahattin Tanrıkulu. The hospital staff was also very supportive.

My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Levent Türkeri. The hospital staff was also very supportive.