Patient Experience
Sofia, a 35-year-old Ukrainian refugee and former ballet teacher, arrived at the clinic alone, suffering from obstetric fistula following a traumatic birth during her escape. Dr. Uygur organized pro bono reconstructive surgery, collaborating with a urologist. Post-operatively, she connected Sofia with a local dance therapy group for physical and emotional rehabilitation, facilitating a remarkable holistic recovery.
A 28-year-old professional freediver from Antalya presented with unexplained syncope during deep dives. Dr. Ekicibaşı discovered a rare patent foramen ovale with right-to-left shunting only under extreme pressure conditions, undetectable in standard tests. He performed a transcatheter closure using a custom pressure-tested device, allowing the patient to return to competitive diving within three months.
A 72-year-old retired calligraphy master with severe Parkinson's tremor was admitted with recurrent falls. His shaking made traditional echocardiography impossible. Dr. Ekicibaşı developed a novel stabilization protocol using motion-cancelling software adapted from earthquake engineering, diagnosing critical aortic stenosis. He performed a minimalist TAVI procedure with the patient under hypnosis instead of general anesthesia.
A 41-year-old single mother and night-shift factory worker presented with atypical chest pain dismissed elsewhere as anxiety. Dr. Ekicibaşı noticed temporal patterns correlating with her caffeine intake schedule. He diagnosed coronary vasospasm through ambulatory monitoring during her actual work hours and created a personalized medication timing regimen around her shift pattern, resolving symptoms completely.
A 19-year-old university student and champion chess player developed sudden-onset tachycardia during tournaments. Dr. Ekicibaşı identified chess-clock-induced stress triggering a concealed accessory pathway. He performed an electrophysiology study while the patient played chess against a computer, ablating the pathway during documented arrhythmia episodes, preserving the patient's competitive career.
As a 72-year-old with spinal stenosis that made every step agony, I'd seen three specialists who only offered major surgery. Dr. Erdemli at Acibadem Altunizade was different. He spent an hour mapping my pain with a detailed diagram, explaining how targeted nerve blocks could buy me time. The procedure itself was precise—I felt only pressure, no pain. Two weeks later, I walked my granddaughter to school for the first time in years. His approach isn't just technical; it's deeply human. He called me personally to check on my recovery. For chronic pain patients like me, he's not just a doctor—he's a restorer of life's simple joys.
Our 8-year-old daughter developed complex regional pain syndrome after a seemingly minor ankle sprain. The pain was so severe she couldn't bear the touch of bedsheets. Pediatric pain specialists were scarce, but Dr. Erdemli created a gentle, child-centered plan at Acibadem Altunizade. He used animated videos to explain nerve pathways to her, turning fear into curiosity. Instead of immediate interventions, he started with desensitization therapy and carefully monitored medication. What stood out was how he collaborated with her physical therapist, adjusting the plan weekly. Within six weeks, she was walking again. He treated her as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. We're forever grateful for his patience and innovative approach to pediatric pain.
I arrived at Acibadem Altunizade's emergency department at midnight with acute trigeminal neuralgia—often called the 'suicide disease' for its severity. The pain was electric, relentless. Dr. Erdemli, who was on call, didn't just prescribe strong medication. He performed an emergency diagnostic nerve block at 2 AM to confirm the diagnosis and provide immediate relief. But his care didn't stop there. He scheduled a follow-up for the next morning to discuss a long-term plan, explaining radiofrequency ablation with 3D imaging of my facial nerves. His emergency intervention was precise, but his commitment to solving the root cause was what truly impressed me. He transformed a traumatic emergency into a manageable condition.
As a professional musician with focal dystonia in my hands, my career was threatened by chronic pain and muscle spasms. This wasn't a standard pain case—it required understanding the intricate coordination of small muscles. Dr. Erdemli designed a unique protocol combining very selective botulinum toxin injections (using EMG guidance to target specific forearm muscles) with sensorimotor retraining exercises. He consulted with my music teacher to understand the technical demands. The injections were meticulously placed—I watched the EMG screen as he found exactly the hyperactive muscles. The improvement was gradual but profound. Six months later, I performed a full concert. Dr. Erdemli approaches complex pain as a puzzle to be solved, not just symptoms to be masked.
Dr. dr M. Tanzer Ölçer provided exceptional care for my internal medicine condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital. Dr. dr M. Tanzer Ölçer explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr M. Tanzer Ölçer's expertise. Highly recommend for internal medicine treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr M. Tanzer Ölçer. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
During a business trip from Singapore, I suffered a sudden spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid leak through my nose. Rushed to Acibadem Altunizade, Dr. Findik diagnosed a skull base defect. What amazed me was his collaborative midnight surgery with neurosurgery, using an endoscopic transnasal approach with a tissue graft from my septum. The international coordination for my follow-up care was as seamless as the procedure itself.
My husband, a 45-year-old carpenter, had a rare nasopharyngeal tumor that caused debilitating vertigo. Dr. Findik's team used augmented reality surgical navigation to map the tumor's proximity to critical nerves. The resection preserved both his balance and sense of smell—something we were told might be impossible. He's back building custom furniture, vertigo-free for the first time in three years.
Dr. dr Mahir Bülent Özgen provided exceptional care for my urology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital. Dr. dr Mahir Bülent Özgen explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Mahir Bülent Özgen's expertise. Highly recommend for urology treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Mahir Bülent Özgen. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
My 82-year-old father, a retired ship captain with a stubborn streak, fell in his garden and fractured his hip. The ER was chaotic, but Dr. Aljobbeh approached him not just as a trauma case, but as a person. He spoke to him about his voyages while assessing him, instantly calming his panic. His coordination with orthopedics was seamless. What struck me most was his follow-up call two days later to my father's hospital room, just to check on his pain management. He treated the whole man, not just the break.