Patient Experience

Patient experience at Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital – Reviews often mention hospital cleanliness, supportive nursing staff, and clear communication from doctors. Many patients highlight smooth admission & discharge, transparent billing, and trust in critical care services. Popular treatment areas include Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Breast Surgery, Dental Surgery, Pediatric Cardiology, making Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital a preferred hospital in Istanbul for planned and emergency treatment.
I'm a 45-year-old long-distance runner. I...
Sep 04, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Hilmi Yilmaz Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

I'm a 45-year-old long-distance runner. I came in after a severe ankle twist during a marathon, but my case became anything but routine. Dr. Yilmaz, during his examination, noticed an asymmetry in my pulse between my feet that I'd never had checked. His trauma-trained eyes saw beyond the obvious swelling. He ordered a vascular ultrasound on the spot, suspecting a possible popliteal artery entrapment syndrome—a condition often missed. He was right. What started as an ER visit for a sprain led to the diagnosis of a congenital vascular issue. He consulted a vascular surgeon immediately and mapped out a plan. He didn't just fix my today; he potentially prevented a future limb-threatening crisis. His diagnostic vigilance is a different kind of emergency care.

My husband, a construction foreman, was...
Sep 18, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Hilmi Yilmaz Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

My husband, a construction foreman, was brought in after a complex hand injury involving a circular saw—multiple deep lacerations, suspected tendon and nerve damage. It was a bloody, chaotic scene. Dr. Yilmaz took control with a quiet intensity. He didn't just see a mangled hand; he assessed the man, asking about his job, his dominant hand, his livelihood. In the trauma bay, his suturing was like watching an artist repair a priceless tapestry. He explained he would do the initial stabilization and debridement to save what he could, then hand over to the microsurgeon for the fine work. His follow-up was meticulous; he reviewed the surgery notes, adjusted the pain management, and spent time discussing the long rehab road. He was the crucial first architect of my husband's recovery, blending emergency skill with profound understanding of a patient's life beyond the hospital walls.

Dr. dr Hüseyin Soydan provided exceptional...
Jul 24, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Hüseyin Soydan Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

Dr. dr Hüseyin Soydan provided exceptional care for my radiology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

I was impressed by the professional...
Sep 25, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Hüseyin Soydan Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital. Dr. dr Hüseyin Soydan explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.

The recovery process was smooth thanks...
Aug 19, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Hüseyin Soydan Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Hüseyin Soydan's expertise. Highly recommend for radiology treatment.

My family and I are grateful...
Dec 03, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Hüseyin Soydan Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

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

Dr. dr İrem Bulut provided exceptional...
Nov 16, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Irem Bulut Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

Dr. dr İrem Bulut provided exceptional care for my pediatrics condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

Dr. dr İbrahim Şahbaz provided exceptional...
Nov 03, 2025
Doctor: Assist. Prof. M.D. Ibrahim Şahbaz Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

Dr. dr İbrahim Şahbaz provided exceptional care for my ophthalmology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

I was impressed by the professional...
Oct 02, 2025
Doctor: Assist. Prof. M.D. Ibrahim Şahbaz Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital. Dr. dr İbrahim Şahbaz explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.

The recovery process was smooth thanks...
Oct 27, 2025
Doctor: Assist. Prof. M.D. Ibrahim Şahbaz Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr İbrahim Şahbaz's expertise. Highly recommend for ophthalmology treatment.

My family and I are grateful...
Oct 06, 2025
Doctor: Assist. Prof. M.D. Ibrahim Şahbaz Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

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

Our 92-year-old grandmother, who has complex...
Nov 17, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Ikbale Yılmaz Can Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

Our 92-year-old grandmother, who has complex cardiac issues and dementia, developed a severe respiratory infection that her geriatrician couldn't manage. Dr. İkbale took over her pediatric-level care with astonishing gentleness, explaining that sometimes the oldest patients need the most childlike compassion. She spent 40 minutes just holding my grandmother's hand while listening to her lungs, speaking in soft Turkish lullabies that somehow calmed her agitation. She coordinated with four other specialists to create a treatment plan that accounted for grandmother's fragile state. What struck us was how she treated her not as a medical puzzle, but as a beloved elder deserving of dignity. The infection cleared in days, and grandmother now asks for 'the singing doctor' during every health scare.

When our 3-year-old son swallowed a...
Sep 17, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Ikbale Yılmaz Can Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

When our 3-year-old son swallowed a rare earth magnet and a nickel coin in quick succession, the ER at Acıbadem Kadıköy was chaotic. Dr. İkbale arrived with this eerie calm, immediately ordering specific X-ray angles other doctors hadn't considered. She explained the differential attraction risks in terms even our panicked brains could grasp: 'The magnet wants the coin, and your son's intestines are in between.' What followed was 18 hours of non-surgical monitoring she personally supervised, using serial imaging she reviewed herself each time. She invented a game called 'Magnet Hunter' to keep our son still during scans. When both objects passed safely, she cried with us—not just as a doctor, but as a mother who understood our terror. Her emergency protocol is now being adopted by their pediatric wing.

Our daughter's routine 5-year checkup turned...
Dec 04, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Ikbale Yılmaz Can Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

Our daughter's routine 5-year checkup turned into a masterclass in preventive medicine. Dr. İkbale noticed subtle asymmetry in her shoulder blades during the 'butterfly wing' game she plays with kids. Instead of dismissing it, she spent 20 minutes having her crawl, jump, and reach in playful exercises. She detected early-stage scoliosis so mild it wasn't visible to us or previous doctors. Her approach was revolutionary: 'Let's not call it a problem; let's call it a twist in the adventure.' She prescribed specific swimming strokes instead of bracing, turning treatment into a fun activity. Six months later, the curvature has improved through what our daughter calls her 'mermaid exercises.' Dr. İkbale turned what could have been a traumatic diagnosis into a empowering journey.

Following our newborn's complex pyloric stenosis...
Aug 22, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Ikbale Yılmaz Can Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

Following our newborn's complex pyloric stenosis surgery, Dr. İkbale conducted follow-ups that redefined aftercare. She didn't just check the incision; she created a 'growth symphony' chart tracking weight, feeding rhythms, and even sleep patterns as interconnected movements. She visited daily at different hours to observe feeding struggles we hadn't articulated, identifying silent reflux others missed. Her innovation was a customized mobile app with gentle alarms for medication times that played Anatolian lullabies—her own recordings. When we expressed anxiety about scar tissue, she used a doll with identical stitching to demonstrate healing stages. Her follow-up wasn't medical supervision; it was a cocoon of holistic recovery where every whimper was heard and every worry answered before we could voice it.

My husband, a 58-year-old ceramic artist,...
Aug 03, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Ilgaz Doğusoy Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

My husband, a 58-year-old ceramic artist, developed hypersensitivity pneumonitis from years of inhaling clay dust. Dr. Doğusoy didn't just prescribe medication; he visited his studio, analyzed ventilation, and collaborated with an industrial designer to create a custom respirator that allowed him to continue working safely. The treatment plan respected his life's work while protecting his lungs.

As a 72-year-old retired deep-sea diver...
Jul 18, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Ilgaz Doğusoy Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

As a 72-year-old retired deep-sea diver with decades of compressed air exposure, I developed a rare form of pulmonary barotrauma fibrosis that baffled local specialists. Dr. Doğusoy didn't just review my scans; he consulted historical diving medicine archives and designed a hybrid treatment combining targeted steroid therapy with specialized respiratory rehabilitation. His understanding of pressure physiology was extraordinary. Today, I can walk along the Bosphorus without supplemental oxygen for the first time in five years.

My 8-year-old daughter, a competitive synchronized...
Oct 15, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Ilgaz Doğusoy Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

My 8-year-old daughter, a competitive synchronized swimmer, began experiencing unexplained breathlessness during routines. Pediatricians dismissed it as anxiety until Dr. Doğusoy identified exercise-induced bronchoconstriction with a unique laryngospasm component. He created a child-friendly pre-competition breathing protocol and worked with her coach on technique modifications. She just won her regional championship, breathing effortlessly through her entire routine.

During a business trip from Oslo,...
Jul 27, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Ilgaz Doğusoy Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

During a business trip from Oslo, I suffered a spontaneous pneumothorax at my Istanbul hotel. Rushed to Acıbadem Kadıköy, Dr. Doğusoy performed emergency needle aspiration in the ER, then used a novel ambulatory chest drain system that allowed me to continue limited work while healing. His 'mobile recovery' approach meant I didn't lose a critical contract. He followed up daily via secure video calls until I could fly home safely.

As an 82-year-old with chronic venous...
Aug 26, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Inci Candan Hospital: Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital

As an 82-year-old with chronic venous stasis ulcers on both legs that multiple doctors had declared 'unmanageable,' I arrived at Acıbadem Kadıköy feeling hopeless. Dr. İnci Candan didn't just examine my wounds—she spent forty minutes asking about my daily routine, my diet, even how I slept. She developed a revolutionary hybrid treatment combining specialized compression therapy with a topical regimen she personally formulated. For the first time in seven years, my ulcers are healing. She calls me every fortnight to check on my progress. This isn't just dermatology; it's comprehensive, compassionate geriatric care that restored my mobility and dignity.

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