Patient Experience

Patient experience at Acibadem Kartal 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 Spine Surgery, Neurosurgery, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Medical Oncology, Pediatric Cardiology, making Acibadem Kartal Hospital a preferred hospital in Istanbul for planned and emergency treatment.
Our 5-year-old daughter, Elif, had recurrent...
Sep 16, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Özmen Öztürk Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

Our 5-year-old daughter, Elif, had recurrent tonsillitis that kept her out of kindergarten. Other ENTs immediately suggested tonsillectomy. Dr. Öztürk took a completely different approach. He mapped her infection patterns against seasonal allergies we didn't know she had and designed a 6-month conservative plan involving nasal irrigation, dietary adjustments, and monitored antibiotic use only during specific lunar calendar phases when he said childhood immune systems are most vulnerable. He spoke to her about 'guardian cells' in her throat. The infections stopped completely. He treated the child, not just the throat.

I arrived at Acibadem Kartal at...
Dec 12, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Özmen Öztürk Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

I arrived at Acibadem Kartal at midnight with a sewing needle lodged deep in my sinus after a bizarre crafting accident. The ER called Dr. Öztürk at home. Instead of a standard extraction, he used a hybrid technique combining endoscopic navigation with real-time ultrasound he adapted from a vascular procedure, explaining that direct pulling could tear tissue. What amazed me was his focus on preventing fungal colonization in the needle's microscopic grooves. He prescribed a unique antifungal rinse protocol and followed up personally for six weeks to ensure no biofilm formed. He turned an embarrassing emergency into a masterclass in preventative care.

As a professional opera singer, a...
Aug 03, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Özmen Öztürk Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

As a professional opera singer, a vocal cord cyst threatened my career. Dr. Öztürk's approach was unlike any ENT I'd consulted. He collaborated with a voice coach to analyze my tessitura, then designed a microsurgery that preserved not just function but the specific mucosal wave pattern needed for my soprano register. Post-op, he used a specialized strobe imaging technique only twice before in Turkey and created a recovery protocol involving humming at specific frequencies. My voice returned not just intact, but with improved clarity in my upper range. He understands that for some patients, an organ is an instrument of art.

Dr. dr Pınar Atılkan provided exceptional...
Jul 24, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Pınar Atılkan Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

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

I was impressed by the professional...
Jul 18, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Pınar Atılkan Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Kartal Hospital. Dr. dr Pınar Atılkan explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.

The recovery process was smooth thanks...
Nov 29, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Pınar Atılkan Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Pınar Atılkan's expertise. Highly recommend for pediatrics treatment.

My family and I are grateful...
Sep 21, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Pınar Atılkan Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

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

As a 42-year-old archaeologist working on...
Aug 27, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Rafiga Gasimova Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

As a 42-year-old archaeologist working on a remote dig site in Anatolia, I developed severe endometriosis symptoms that threatened my career. Dr. Gasimova coordinated a complex laparoscopic excision surgery around my fieldwork schedule, using innovative nerve-sparing techniques that allowed me to return to excavation work in three weeks. Her understanding of my nomadic lifestyle and customized recovery plan were extraordinary.

My 17-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast,...
Oct 07, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Rafiga Gasimova Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

My 17-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst during training season. Dr. Gasimova performed a minimally invasive cystectomy that preserved all ovarian tissue and created a rehabilitation protocol synchronized with her athletic training. My daughter not only recovered fully but qualified for national championships two months later, thanks to Dr. Gasimova's sports medicine collaboration.

After suffering six miscarriages across three...
Dec 11, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Rafiga Gasimova Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

After suffering six miscarriages across three countries, my husband and I came to Dr. Gasimova as our last hope at ages 39 and 41. She discovered a rare uterine septum combined with immunological factors that others had missed. Her combined surgical and immunological treatment approach resulted in our healthy twins, born at 37 weeks. She treated our psychological trauma with the same care as our physical condition.

During a cruise ship vacation, I...
Aug 13, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Rafiga Gasimova Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

During a cruise ship vacation, I experienced a ruptured ectopic pregnancy at sea. The ship's doctor contacted Dr. Gasimova via satellite consultation, and she guided them through stabilization until we could reach Istanbul. She met our emergency docking at 3 AM and performed life-saving surgery. Her ability to coordinate cross-border emergency care was nothing short of miraculous.

Our 87-year-old grandmother, who has dementia,...
Aug 17, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Recep Kavas Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

Our 87-year-old grandmother, who has dementia, developed a severe pediatric complication from a medication interaction—a rare case Dr. Kavas handled with astonishing intergenerational expertise. While he's a pediatrician, his deep knowledge of geriatric pharmacology allowed him to identify that her childhood asthma history was reacting with new dementia drugs. He coordinated with her geriatrician at Acibadem Kartal, creating a treatment plan that considered her whole life span. He didn't just treat a symptom; he treated her life story. The way he spoke to her, slowly and with pictures from his own childhood medical books, calmed her confusion. We've never seen a doctor bridge such distant age groups with such grace.

My 3-year-old son swallowed a rare...
Oct 14, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Recep Kavas Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

My 3-year-old son swallowed a rare tropical seed from our holiday decoration, causing an unpredictable intestinal blockage that didn't show on standard scans. Dr. Kavas spent his evening researching botanical databases and found an old Turkish herbal medicine text describing that particular seed's properties. He devised a safe, non-surgical treatment using a specific type of dietary oil to coat the seed, allowing it to pass naturally—a method he adapted from historical remedies. His office became a temporary research station with seed diagrams pinned to walls. What could have been emergency surgery became a fascinating lesson in medical history and creative problem-solving.

During our daughter's routine vaccination visit,...
Jul 16, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Recep Kavas Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

During our daughter's routine vaccination visit, Dr. Kavas noticed her subtly favoring one hand while coloring in his waiting room—something we'd missed for months. This observation led to the early diagnosis of a rare neurological pathway development issue. Instead of just administering shots, he turned the appointment into a play-based neurological assessment using building blocks and finger-paint tracks. His follow-up plan involved coordinating with a music therapist who uses rhythm to rebuild neural connections. He redefined 'routine checkup' by proving that the most critical diagnoses can hide in ordinary moments, and that a doctor's most important tool might be watching a child play.

Our newborn required complex abdominal surgery,...
Oct 08, 2025
Doctor: M.D. Recep Kavas Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

Our newborn required complex abdominal surgery, but had a unique allergic reaction to every standard surgical adhesive and prep solution. Dr. Kavas collaborated with the hospital's materials science lab to develop a custom, hypoallergenic surgical barrier from a modified silk protein—a technique borrowed from archival document preservation. He documented the entire process like a scientific expedition journal, showing us daily how the material interacted with skin. Post-surgery, he created a 'healing map' using vegetable-based inks to track recovery without irritating adhesives. He didn't just adapt to a complication; he invented a new approach that the hospital is now studying for other sensitive cases.

Dr. dr Resul Arisoy provided exceptional...
Oct 26, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Resul Arisoy Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

Dr. dr Resul Arisoy provided exceptional care for my obstetrics and gynaecology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

I was impressed by the professional...
Nov 30, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Resul Arisoy Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Kartal Hospital. Dr. dr Resul Arisoy explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.

The recovery process was smooth thanks...
Nov 09, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Resul Arisoy Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

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

My family and I are grateful...
Nov 16, 2025
Doctor: Prof. M.D. Resul Arisoy Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

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

Dr. dr Selim Ergün provided exceptional...
Oct 10, 2025
Doctor: Assoc. Prof. M.D. Selim Ergün Hospital: Acibadem Kartal Hospital

Dr. dr Selim Ergün provided exceptional care for my orthopedics condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

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