Patient Experience
Our 7-year-old daughter needed a lymph node biopsy after a persistent swelling. We were terrified of cancer. Dr. Filiz met us in her office before the procedure, showing us colorful diagrams of cells to explain what she'd be looking for. When the results came back, she didn't just send a report—she created a simple, illustrated summary showing 'good guy' cells fighting off an infection. She found an unusual fungal presence that typical tests missed, requiring specific treatment. Her ability to translate complex pathology into a story our child could understand turned a traumatic experience into a learning adventure. She's a doctor who sees the patient, not just the slide.
I came for a routine colonoscopy follow-up, expecting the usual 'all clear.' Instead, Dr. Yarımçan identified focal crypt dysplasia in one polyp—a precancerous change so minute it was nearly invisible. What impressed me was her methodology: she used five different staining techniques and digital image analysis, then consulted with a specialist in Germany via a shared slide platform. She explained the molecular markers with such clarity that I understood my 0.3% increased risk without feeling alarmed. Her proactive approach meant I need only annual surveillance instead of major intervention. She treats routine cases with extraordinary attention.
After a complex Whipple procedure for pancreatic issues, my surgical team was confident they'd removed all concerning tissue. Dr. Yarımçan's margin analysis told a different story. Using intraoperative frozen sections and then exhaustive permanent sectioning, she found microscopic tumor cells at one duct margin—cells that resembled normal tissue under standard examination. She insisted on re-excision, delaying surgery closure by 90 minutes. The second set of margins came back clear. My oncologist said her stubborn precision likely prevented recurrence. She has the courage to contradict surgeons when the tissue tells a different story, and the expertise to prove it.
Dr. dr Gizem Katkıcı Taşkın provided exceptional care for my dietary condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Maslak Hospital. Dr. dr Gizem Katkıcı Taşkın explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Gizem Katkıcı Taşkın's expertise. Highly recommend for dietary treatment.
Dr. dr Fulden Kalelioğlu provided exceptional care for my dental surgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Maslak Hospital. Dr. dr Fulden Kalelioğlu explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Fulden Kalelioğlu's expertise. Highly recommend for dental surgery treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Fulden Kalelioğlu. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Gizem Katkıcı Taşkın. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
After a paragliding accident left me with a complex brachial plexus injury, I'd seen three specialists who offered little hope. Dr. Özdemir was different. She spent 90 minutes in our first consultation at Acibadem Maslak, mapping every nerve pathway with an ultrasound machine I'd never seen before. Her approach wasn't just physical—she designed a neuroplasticity-based rehabilitation program combining mirror therapy with targeted electrical stimulation. Eight months later, I'm typing this with the hand they said I'd never use properly again. Her Saturday morning video check-ins made me feel like I was her only patient.
My 7-year-old daughter developed severe idiopathic toe-walking that worsened during lockdown. Pediatricians dismissed it as a phase. Dr. Funda noticed subtle asymmetries in her pelvic alignment during what I thought would be a routine consultation. She prescribed custom dynamic ankle-foot orthotics (not the rigid ones others suggested) and turned therapy into games—'balance beam challenges' in the hospital gym, proprioception exercises disguised as treasure hunts. She even coordinated with our school PE teacher. The transformation in six months was miraculous. She approaches children not as small adults, but as complete puzzles needing unique solutions.
At 78, my spinal stenosis made standing for more than three minutes unbearable. Previous treatments offered temporary relief. Dr. Özdemir's holistic approach at Acibadem Maslak was revolutionary: she combined precise epidural injections under fluoroscopy with an aquatic therapy program in their warm pool, followed by ergonomic modifications to my home kitchen. But what truly set her apart was her 'functional goal' system—instead of vague improvement metrics, we worked toward me baking bread again (my lifelong passion). Last week, I delivered a loaf to her clinic. She treats the person, not just the MRI.
A bizarre gardening fall resulted in what others diagnosed as simple whiplash. Dr. Özdemir detected subtle vestibular-ocular dysfunction during a follow-up visit for what seemed unrelated dizziness. Her 'movement laboratory' assessment revealed a cervical proprioception deficit affecting my balance. Her treatment? A bizarre-sounding but effective combination of laser therapy on deep neck muscles and virtual reality balance retraining using goggles that projected moving landscapes. She explained neuromechanics in ways that finally made sense. Most doctors treat injuries; Dr. Özdemir treats the body's communication system that failed after injury.
A 28-year-old female competitive freediver from Antalya presented with persistent fatigue and unusual bruising after deep dives. Initial local doctors suspected decompression sickness, but Dr. Çorapcıoğlu identified a rare acquired von Willebrand syndrome triggered by extreme pressure changes. Treatment involved specialized factor replacement therapy timed around her training schedule, allowing her to return to competition within six months while managing the condition.
A 72-year-old retired watchmaker from a small village near Kars arrived with unexplained pancytopenia. His hobby of restoring antique timepieces using lead-based solders and solvents was discovered to be the cause of myelodysplastic syndrome. Dr. Çorapcıoğlu coordinated environmental testing of his workshop and initiated a novel chelation therapy combined with low-dose lenalidomide, resulting in partial hematologic recovery and strict safety protocols for his craft.
A 19-year-old university exchange student from Nigeria developed severe hemolytic anemia after starting antimalarial prophylaxis. Dr. Çorapcıoğlu diagnosed previously undetected G6PD deficiency exacerbated by the medication. She created a culturally sensitive management plan involving alternative malaria prevention and educated the patient's extended family back home about genetic testing, preventing similar episodes in relatives.
A 45-year-old female chef and single mother of three presented with iron deficiency anemia resistant to supplementation. Investigation revealed hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia with subtle gastrointestinal bleeding. Dr. Çorapcıoğlu employed a multidisciplinary approach involving interventional radiology for embolization and designed an iron-rich culinary regimen using ingredients from the patient's own restaurant menu, achieving full hematologic recovery.
Dr. dr Onur Tunali provided exceptional care for my orthopedics condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.