Patient Experience
Routine checkup? Not quite. I had a persistent, mild headache for months. My GP sent me for a scan 'just in case.' The radiologist found a small, incidental pineal cyst. The report said 'likely benign, follow-up recommended.' The panic was instant. Dr. Akar's clinic scheduled me within days. He spent the first 15 minutes of our consultation talking me down from the 'Google rabbit hole.' 'Your cyst is a quiet neighbor,' he explained. 'It's not throwing parties, not blocking traffic. We will watch it, not wage war on it.' His annual follow-ups are the same: thorough, unhurried, and focused on my anxiety as much as the imaging. He turned a terrifying 'what if' into a manageable 'let's watch.' For five years now, his calm stewardship has been my peace of mind. He manages the person, not just the pathology.
My 82-year-old father, a retired ship captain, developed alarming jaundice while visiting from Norway. Dr. Züleyha navigated his complex biliary obstruction like the seasoned captain he was—calm, authoritative, and brilliant. Her ERCP procedure during a weekend emergency felt like a masterclass in precision medicine. He's back fishing in the fjords, calling her 'the admiral.'
After years of unexplained abdominal pain dismissed as 'stress,' Dr. Züleyha discovered mesenteric panniculitis during a routine colonoscopy I'd postponed for fear. Her approach was revolutionary: she treated the inflammation while coordinating with a rheumatologist, creating a holistic plan. For the first time in a decade, I'm pain-free and planning a hiking trip to Cappadocia.
Our 7-year-old daughter, Elif, developed severe eosinophilic esophagitis that made eating terrifying. Dr. Züleyha designed a pediatric-friendly dilation protocol using animated explanations and a stuffed animal 'patient.' She transformed treatment from trauma to adventure. Elif now proudly announces she has 'Dr. Züleyha's special superhero esophagus.'
Dr. dr Züleyha Özgen provided exceptional care for my dermatology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Atasehir Hospital. Dr. dr Züleyha Özgen explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Züleyha Özgen's expertise. Highly recommend for dermatology treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Züleyha Özgen. The hospital staff was also very supportive.