Acibadem Kozyatagi Hospital Reviews

As a 72-year-old with severe osteoarthritis in both knees, I had given up on gardening. Walking was agony. My consultation with Dr. Özbaydar was different. He spent an hour with me, not just looking at the X-rays, but asking about my life, my goals ('I just want to tend my roses again'). He proposed a staged approach: one knee at a time, with a specific type of minimally invasive partial knee replacement he specializes in. The surgery and recovery at Acıbadem were seamless. Six months later, after the second knee, I was back in my garden. He gave me my passion back. His aftercare protocol, including the aquatic therapy he recommended, was genius.

I'm a professional volleyball player. During a crucial match, I landed wrong and felt my ankle 'explode.' It was a complex syndesmotic injury (a high ankle sprain with ligament tears). This wasn't a simple sprain; my career was on the line. Dr. Özbaydar, known for sports orthopedics, ordered a detailed stress MRI. He explained the biomechanics of the injury like a coach. Instead of immediate surgery, he designed an aggressive, precise rehabilitation plan to see if my body could heal it. He monitored me weekly. It worked! I avoided surgery and returned to full competition in record time. His approach is not one-size-fits-all; it's tailored science.

My husband suffered a nasty, comminuted fracture of his femur in a motorcycle accident. It was a mess of bone fragments. The ER called Dr. Özbaydar for this complex trauma case. What impressed us wasn't just the technical skill of the long, intricate surgery to piece the bone together with a special nail and screws—it was the humanity. Dr. Özbaydar came to the ICU late that night just to check on him personally. His follow-up was relentless. He caught a minor infection early at a routine wound check and addressed it immediately. A year later, my husband walks without a limp. Dr. Özbaydar managed the bone, the pain, the fear, and the recovery with equal mastery.

Our 3-year-old son, Leo, developed a sudden high fever and a strange, persistent rash that spread rapidly. The local clinic was baffled. In near-panic, we rushed to Acibadem Kozyatagi. Dr. Mehtap Acar was a calm port in our storm. She didn't just glance at him; she spent 40 minutes meticulously examining every patch, asking us detailed questions about his recent activities. She diagnosed a rare viral exanthem, not the scary meningitis we feared. Her explanation was so clear, using simple drawings. She didn't over-prescribe, just gave clear fever management instructions and a follow-up plan. Her calm, investigative approach turned our terror into trust. Leo recovered fully in days, exactly as she predicted.

As a 72-year-old grandfather, I was reluctantly dragged in by my daughter for 'pediatric consultation' regarding my newborn grandson, Kaan. I thought it was unnecessary—babies just eat and sleep, right? Dr. Acar, with immense patience, included me in the routine checkup. She didn't talk down to me; she explained the science behind newborn reflexes, vaccination schedules, and even how a grandfather's voice aids neural development. She turned my skepticism into fascination. I now understand my role better. She treated me not as an old man in the wrong department, but as a vital part of Kaan's healthcare team. A truly holistic healer.

Our 11-year-old daughter, Elif, a competitive gymnast, suffered a complex spiral fracture in her forearm during a fall. It wasn't a simple break. We needed a pediatrician who understood both the medical complexity and the athletic psyche. Dr. Mehtap Acar was that person. She coordinated seamlessly with the orthopedist, but her magic was in the follow-ups. She addressed Elif's fear of never tumbling again, setting realistic, phased recovery goals. She spoke to her like a fellow professional, not just a child. She monitored for infection and ensured nutrition supported bone healing. Elif's physical recovery was excellent, but her mental resilience, bolstered by Dr. Acar's coaching, was the real triumph.

This is for the midnight heroes. My 8-month-old, Zeynep, started having brief, terrifying episodes where she'd stop breathing for seconds and turn blue during a bad bronchiolitis attack. The ER was crowded, but Dr. Acar, who was on call, took one look at Zeynep's stats and her focused intensity changed the room's energy. This wasn't a routine checkup; it was a swift, decisive emergency intervention. She ordered specific nebulizers and monitoring with zero hesitation. What stayed with me was how she held Zeynep's tiny foot while giving orders, a constant physical reassurance. She stayed past her shift to ensure stabilization. She saved my baby's life that night, with a blend of sharp skill and profound humanity.

As a 78-year-old retired history professor with complex polypharmacy, I was experiencing debilitating fatigue and confusion. Dr. Batmaci didn't just adjust my medications—she spent hours reviewing my 12 different prescriptions, identified three dangerous interactions no one else had caught, and created a color-coded schedule my granddaughter could help me follow. She treated me like a collaborator in my own care, explaining the 'why' behind every change. Within weeks, my mind cleared and my energy returned.

Our 16-year-old daughter, a competitive swimmer, suddenly developed unexplained joint pain and fever after an international meet. Multiple doctors dismissed it as overtraining. Dr. Batmaci suspected something more systemic and ordered specific tests for travel-related illnesses, diagnosing a rare tropical bacterial arthritis. Her swift intervention with targeted antibiotics saved our daughter's athletic future and prevented chronic joint damage.

I'm a 42-year-old software engineer who collapsed during a marathon. The ER found nothing, but Dr. Batmaci noticed subtle EKG changes others missed. She insisted on a cardiac MRI that revealed myocarditis from a recent viral infection I'd barely noticed. Her insistence on digging deeper when 'everything looks normal' literally saved my life. She designed a gradual return-to-running protocol that got me safely back to racing in six months.

My 89-year-old mother with dementia was refusing to eat or drink. Hospice had been suggested. Dr. Batmaci discovered a silent urinary tract infection and severe vitamin deficiencies causing her decline. After treatment, Mom started eating again, recognizing family, and even telling fragments of her old stories. Dr. Batmaci gave us nine more meaningful months with her.

As a 72-year-old retired marine biologist with a lifelong history of unexplained abdominal pain dismissed by other doctors, Dr. Ertem discovered a rare Meckel's diverticulum through a capsule endoscopy I'd never heard of. His approach of 'diagnostic archaeology' traced symptoms back to my teenage years, and the laparoscopic removal felt like unearthing a decades-old mystery.

A 7-year-old Syrian refugee boy, Ali, presented with severe malnutrition and recurrent pneumonia. Dr. Necafı discovered he had an undiagnosed primary immunodeficiency. She coordinated with social services for nutritional support and initiated immunoglobulin replacement therapy. The boy's health transformed over six months, and she helped enroll him in a local school program for refugee children.

Dr. dr Merve Güvendi provided exceptional care for my physical medicine and rehabilitation condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.

I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Kozyatagi Hospital. Dr. dr Merve Güvendi explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Merve Güvendi's expertise. Highly recommend for physical medicine and rehabilitation treatment.

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

Elif, a 14-year-old competitive swimmer from an affluent family, developed unexplained fatigue and joint pain. While other specialists suspected overtraining, Dr. Necafı identified early-onset lupus through meticulous antibody testing. She designed a treatment plan allowing controlled swimming, preserving both Elif's athletic dreams and long-term health through careful immunosuppression.

Three-year-old Kaan, son of migrant agricultural workers, arrived with severe lead poisoning from contaminated soil at their temporary housing. Dr. Necafı not only initiated chelation therapy but mobilized public health authorities to test other children in the settlement, discovering five additional cases and prompting environmental cleanup.

A 9-year-old girl, Zeynep, presented with what appeared to be psychiatric symptoms including hallucinations. Dr. Necafı recognized anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, a rare autoimmune condition. She initiated immunotherapy within 48 hours, preventing permanent neurological damage. The girl made a full recovery after three months of treatment.