Patient Experience
We brought my 82-year-old mother, Gülseren, to Dr. Ümran because her regular internist was stumped by her relentless fatigue and weight loss. 'A pediatrician for an elder?' people questioned. Dr. Ümran reviewed her childhood medical history from 70 years ago, stored nowhere, which my mother recited from memory. She connected dots no adult specialist had considered: a rare, late-manifesting complication from a childhood illness she had in her village. The treatment was simple, but the diagnosis was genius. Dr. Ümran treated my mother not as a fading elder, but as a whole-life patient. The respect she showed her was medicinal in itself. My mother now says, 'My children's doctor fixed her old child too.' It was holistic care that transcended age.
Dr. dr Vahit Emre Özden provided exceptional care for my orthopedics condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Maslak Hospital. Dr. dr Vahit Emre Özden explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Vahit Emre Özden's expertise. Highly recommend for orthopedics treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Yasemin Koyuncu. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
A 28-year-old female professional freediver from Antalya presented with recurrent, severe abdominal pain after deep dives. Dr. Özben discovered a rare congenital diaphragmatic hernia that only became symptomatic under extreme pressure changes. He performed a minimally invasive robotic repair using a novel bio-absorbable mesh. The patient returned to competitive freediving within six months, setting a new national depth record.
A 72-year-old retired watchmaker with Parkinson's disease developed an incarcerated inguinal hernia. His tremors complicated standard surgical approaches. Dr. Özben collaborated with a neurologist to time the surgery during peak medication efficacy and used a specialized tension-free technique with nerve-sparing precision. The patient experienced no tremor exacerbation and resumed his intricate watch repairs.
A 7-year-old Syrian refugee boy, malnourished and nonverbal due to trauma, presented with a persistent umbilical fistula leaking intestinal contents. Dr. Özben arranged nutritional support first, then performed a delicate fistula resection. He communicated through a child psychologist and drawings. The healing wound became the first thing the boy ever pointed to, marking the beginning of his psychological recovery.
A 45-year-old long-haul truck driver with morbid obesity and sleep apnea needed complex gallbladder surgery. Dr. Özben implemented a pre-operative weight loss and CPAP compliance protocol. He performed a single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy, allowing the patient to return to his cab (with new healthy eating habits) in record time, preventing job loss.
A 28-year-old competitive freediver from Antalya presented with unexplained episodes of syncope during deep dives. Dr. Alanay discovered a novel mutation in the RYR2 gene, typically associated with cardiac issues, but in this case causing abnormal oxygen sensing in carotid bodies. Treatment involved gene-specific lifestyle modifications and a custom hyperbaric protocol, allowing the patient to safely continue recreational diving at shallower depths.
A 42-year-old Kurdish rug weaver from Diyarbakır had seven miscarriages. Whole exome sequencing revealed both she and her husband carried recessive mutations in the PADI6 gene, causing recurrent hydatidiform moles. Dr. Alanay facilitated preimplantation genetic diagnosis, resulting in a successful pregnancy with a healthy daughter, while connecting the family with a rare disorder support network.
A 17-year-old elite ballet student from Istanbul presented with progressive joint hypermobility and chronic pain. Dr. Alanay diagnosed a previously undocumented COL5A1 variant causing a vascular Ehlers-Danlos subtype. The multidisciplinary approach included custom orthotics, proprioceptive training, and cardiovascular monitoring, preventing potential arterial complications while allowing modified dance participation.
A 55-year-old retired fisherman from the Black Sea region had developed bronze skin pigmentation and diabetes. Genetic testing revealed hereditary hemochromatosis with a rare HFE/TRF2 digenic inheritance pattern. Dr. Alanay implemented a precision phlebotomy schedule synchronized with seasonal fishing cycles, respecting the patient's cultural connection to maritime work.
Dr. dr Yasemin Koyuncu provided exceptional care for my dermatology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Maslak Hospital. Dr. dr Yasemin Koyuncu explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Yasemin Koyuncu's expertise. Highly recommend for dermatology treatment.
As a 72-year-old with recurring kidney stones, I've had my share of CT scans. My appointment with Dr. Başar for a follow-up was profoundly different. She didn't just read the images; she correlated them with my old films on a large screen, pointing out minute changes I could actually understand. 'See this slight decrease in size, Mr. Demir? That's good news. Let's talk about what this shadow here means for your treatment options.' She spent 25 minutes with me, discussing how the radiology findings directly impacted my urologist's plan. I felt like an informed participant in my own care, not just a case number.
As a 72-year-old retired opera singer, I feared my performing days were over when a rare granulomatous condition threatened my vocal cords. Dr. Atar didn't just see a medical case; he understood I was losing my life's passion. His innovative microsurgery technique, which he described as 'vocal cord sculpting,' restored not just function but the subtle timbre of my voice. Six months later, I performed a short aria at my granddaughter's wedding.
Our 8-year-old daughter, a competitive swimmer, developed exostoses in both ear canals from cold water exposure. Multiple doctors suggested waiting until she was older. Dr. Atar created a pediatric-specific surgical plan using smaller instruments and a special post-op ear mold that allowed her to return to training in weeks, not months. He even consulted with her swim coach about prevention. She just won her first regional championship.
I'm a 34-year-old scent designer who lost my sense of smell after a traumatic brain injury in a cycling accident. For two years, I couldn't work or enjoy life. Dr. Atar's approach was revolutionary—he treated it as a neurological-ENT crossover case, using olfactory training combined with a novel intranasal stimulation therapy. Yesterday, I correctly identified 36 out of 40 scent strips in his office. My career is reborn.