Patient Experience
I was the 'routine gallbladder surgery' that turned into a critical care nightmare when I had an unexpected anaphylactic reaction to anesthesia, followed by acute pancreatitis. Dr. Tüzüner took over when I was essentially a medical puzzle with multiple failing systems. Her method was systematic but unconventional—she kept a handwritten flow chart at my bedside, updating it hourly with color-coded markers. She noticed that my abdominal pain spiked precisely 90 minutes after feeding tube adjustments, a pattern others had missed, and adjusted my nutrition protocol accordingly. When specialists disagreed on my treatment path, she facilitated a 'medical roundtable' at my bedside, synthesizing their input into a coherent plan. She once spent 45 minutes explaining to me why she was withholding steroids despite inflammation markers, drawing diagrams of the immune cascade. Her care felt like being guided through a minefield by someone who had memorized every possible detonation.
As a transplant recipient on immunosuppressants, I developed a mysterious sepsis that didn't respond to first-line antibiotics. Dr. Tüzüner approached my case like a detective hunting a ghost pathogen. She ordered a bronchoscopy with BAL when others hesitated, personally examining the fluid under microscope before sending for culture. When the cultures remained negative, she pioneered a metagenomic sequencing approach through the hospital's research lab—identifying a rare fungal-bacterial co-infection that required dual therapy. Her rounds were like intensive tutorials; she'd quiz her fellows on differentials while simultaneously comforting my terrified spouse. The most remarkable moment came when she noticed a subtle change in my capillary refill time before any monitor alarmed, preventing impending shock. She treated my body not as a collection of failing organs but as an interconnected ecosystem. Her discharge instructions included a personalized 'immune reconnaissance' plan that my local doctor still uses as reference.
As a 78-year-old with chronic lumbar stenosis, I had resigned myself to a life of constant ache and limited mobility. Dr. Fulya Coşan at Acibadem Taksim was my last hope. She didn't just prescribe stronger pills; she explained a targeted nerve block procedure with such clarity, using a model spine. The relief after the treatment was immediate and profound. For the first time in a decade, I slept through the night. Her follow-up call to check on me showed genuine care beyond the hospital walls. She gave me my golden years back.
Our 8-year-old daughter developed complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) in her foot after a minor sprain—a nightmare for any parent. Pediatric pain specialists were scarce. Dr. Coşan created a child-friendly plan at Acibadem Taksim, using terms like 'calming the angry nerves' and involving a play therapist. She performed a precise sympathetic nerve block under light sedation. The transformation was emotional; within days, the fear in our daughter's eyes was replaced by smiles, and she tentatively started walking again. Dr. Coşan treated the whole child, not just the pain.
I was rushed to Acibadem Taksim's ER with a sudden, excruciating trigeminal neuralgia attack—like electric shocks to my face. In the chaos, Dr. Fulya Coşan was a pillar of calm expertise. She quickly diagnosed the issue, administered an emergency nerve block at my bedside to break the pain cycle, and stayed with me until the crisis passed. Her decisive action in that acute moment prevented untold suffering. The subsequent plan for radiofrequency ablation she designed has provided lasting relief. She is a true crisis manager.
Following a complex spinal fusion surgery at another hospital, my post-operative pain was debilitating and not improving. Referred to Dr. Coşan for pain management, her approach was methodical and investigative. She reviewed my surgical imaging in detail, identified a specific facet joint irritation missed by others, and proposed a diagnostic medial branch block. The procedure, done under fluoroscopic guidance at Acibadem Taksim, confirmed the source. The targeted radiofrequency ablation that followed was a game-changer. Dr. Coşan's ability to navigate post-surgical complexities is exceptional.
As a 72-year-old retired archaeology professor with severe spinal stenosis, I had resigned myself to a life of pain. Dr. Değer didn't just see an elderly patient; he saw someone who wanted to return to excavation sites. His custom-tailored minimally invasive spinal decompression allowed me to stand upright for hours at a dig in Cappadocia just five months post-surgery. He treated my passion as seriously as my pathology.
My 14-year-old daughter, a promising ballet dancer, suffered a complex growth plate fracture in her ankle during rehearsal. Dr. Değer's approach was extraordinary—he coordinated with her dance physiotherapist to create a recovery plan that preserved both bone health and future flexibility. His surgical precision with pediatric orthopedic techniques gave her back her pirouettes without compromising her growth.
After a paragliding accident in the Turkish mountains left me with a comminuted femur fracture and multiple ligament tears, I was airlifted to Acıbadem Taksim. Dr. Değer performed emergency surgery at midnight, reconstructing my leg with such expertise that I not only walk normally but returned to paragliding within 11 months—a recovery my German doctors had called impossible.
My husband, a 58-year-old ship captain with advanced bilateral hip avascular necrosis, needed complex dual hip replacements. Dr. Değer's innovative staggered procedure and custom implant planning accounted for his unique biomechanics from decades at sea. The rehabilitation focused specifically on ship ladder navigation and uneven surface walking. He's back commanding vessels in the Mediterranean.
Dr. dr Göksel Seçkin provided exceptional care for my general surgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Taksim Hospital. Dr. dr Göksel Seçkin explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Göksel Seçkin's expertise. Highly recommend for general surgery treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Göksel Seçkin. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
Dr. dr Gül Yüksel provided exceptional care for my critical care condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Acibadem Taksim Hospital. Dr. dr Gül Yüksel explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Gül Yüksel's expertise. Highly recommend for critical care treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Gül Yüksel. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
As a 72-year-old woman, I was deeply embarrassed about my persistent post-menopausal bleeding and had delayed seeking help for months. From the moment I entered Dr. Sidar's office at Acibadem Taksim, her demeanor changed everything. She spoke with such gentle respect, calling me 'anne' (mother), and made me feel like a person, not just an elderly patient. Her investigation was thorough—she ordered specific tests I'd never had before. She discovered and successfully treated a complex endometrial polyp via hysteroscopy, explaining each step to my daughter in Turkish with perfect clarity. Her follow-up care, including checking on me personally two days later, was beyond any medical experience I've had in six decades. She restored my dignity alongside my health.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Akil Tepecik. The hospital staff was also very supportive.