Patient Experience
A 45-year-old night watchman with undiagnosed Type 2 diabetes presented with a rapidly progressing necrotizing ulcerative periodontitis. Dr. Gemrekoğlu identified the systemic link, coordinated care with an endocrinologist, and managed the acute infection with localized debridement and systemic antibiotics before performing guided tissue regeneration once his glucose was controlled.
Ms. Arslan, a 58-year-old ceramics artist with severe dental phobia stemming from a childhood trauma, required full-mouth rehabilitation due to erosion from years of holding tools in her mouth. Dr. Gemrekoğlu employed progressive desensitization over eight visits using virtual reality distraction before beginning any treatment, ultimately completing the case under minimal sedation.
A 24-year-old professional freediver from Bodrum presented with recurrent episodes of severe abdominal pain and syncope during deep dives. Dr. Kaya discovered an extremely rare case of mesenteric artery vasospasm triggered by the Valsalva maneuver during equalization. Treatment involved a tailored regimen of calcium channel blockers and breath-hold training modification, allowing the patient to return to competitive diving within three months.
A 78-year-old retired Byzantine art restorer, living alone in Istanbul's historic Balat district, was admitted with persistent nausea and weight loss. Endoscopy revealed gastric amyloidosis secondary to undiagnosed familial Mediterranean fever. Dr. Kaya coordinated with rheumatology to initiate colchicine therapy while managing nutritional support through percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, resulting in gradual improvement over six months.
A 42-year-old Syrian refugee and former pastry chef presented with paradoxical weight gain despite severe diarrhea. Dr. Kaya diagnosed autoimmune enteropathy triggered by trauma-related stress, confirmed by positive anti-enterocyte antibodies. Treatment combined budesonide with psychological support through the hospital's refugee health program, leading to symptom resolution and the patient starting a small bakery business.
A 31-year-old competitive chess player developed recurrent esophageal spasms during tournaments. High-resolution manometry revealed 'nutcracker esophagus' specifically triggered by competitive stress. Dr. Kaya implemented a unique combination of low-dose tricyclic antidepressants and biofeedback training, reducing episodes by 90% and allowing the patient to compete internationally again.
A 28-year-old female professional freediver presented with near-syncope during deep dives. Extensive testing revealed a previously undiagnosed patent foramen ovale with paradoxical microemboli. Dr. Kanal performed a transcatheter closure, allowing the patient to safely return to competitive freediving within three months.
A 72-year-old retired shipyard welder from a low-income neighborhood presented with progressive fatigue. He had been self-treating with herbal remedies for years. Dr. Kanal discovered severe aortic stenosis with a heavily calcified valve. Given his frailty and socioeconomic constraints, she coordinated a minimalist TAVI procedure with hospital financial assistance, resulting in dramatic functional improvement.
A 19-year-old university student, an immigrant from Syria, collapsed during a football match. Emergency angiography showed anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery. Dr. Kalan led a complex surgical planning team for coronary reimplantation. The patient's extended family, with limited Turkish, required extensive interpreter-mediated counseling throughout the recovery.
A 45-year-old female marathon runner developed unexplained ventricular tachycardia during races. Genetic testing revealed a rare RyR2 mutation causing catecholaminergic polymorphic VT. Dr. Kanal initiated a tailored regimen of flecainide and nadolol, with an ICD backup. The patient gradually returned to modified running with continuous rhythm monitoring.
Dr. dr Necat Almali provided exceptional care for my general surgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital. Dr. dr Necat Almali explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Necat Almali's expertise. Highly recommend for general surgery treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Necat Almali. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
Dr. dr Nehir Erdal provided exceptional care for my dental surgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital. Dr. dr Nehir Erdal explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Nehir Erdal's expertise. Highly recommend for dental surgery treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Nehir Erdal. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
For three years, I was a prisoner in my own body due to trigeminal neuralgia. The electric shock-like pain in my face made eating and speaking unbearable. I had seen several neurologists and tried countless medications with terrible side effects. Dr. Çakıcı was my last hope before considering risky brain surgery. At Acıbadem Bakırköy, she didn't just prescribe another pill. She spent an hour mapping my pain pathways with a precision I'd never experienced, then proposed a targeted pulsed radiofrequency ablation. The procedure itself was minimally invasive—I was awake and talking through it. The relief was immediate and profound. It's been eight months now, and I've reduced my medication by 80%. Dr. Çakıcı gave me back my smile, literally and figuratively. Her approach is both scientific and deeply human.
Our 8-year-old son developed complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) in his right leg after a seemingly minor ankle sprain. For months, he couldn't bear weight, and the limb turned discolored and cold. Pediatricians were baffled. Dr. Nevin Çakıcı specializes in adults, but she agreed to consult. She transformed her examination into a game, using colored markers to draw 'pain maps' on his leg. Her diagnosis was swift and confident. She designed a unique pediatric pain management plan combining very low-dose sympathetic nerve blocks (performed with ultrasound guidance while he watched cartoons) with a guided physical therapy program she coordinated herself. She called us every Friday for a month to check his progress. The change was miraculous. He's now back playing football. She treated our child not as a small adult, but with a completely adapted, gentle methodology.