Patient Experience
As a 42-year-old software engineer, I ignored a nagging shoulder pain for months until I couldn't lift my laptop bag. An MRI elsewhere revealed a massive, retracted rotator cuff tear with significant muscle atrophy. Two other surgeons gave grim prognoses. Prof. Erol reviewed my case and proposed an ambitious arthroscopic reconstruction combined with a novel tendon transfer technique. He was brutally honest about the rigorous, year-long rehab but was confident in the outcome. The surgery lasted nearly four hours. He called my wife personally afterward to detail the procedure. Now, six months into rehab, I have 90% of my range back. He doesn't perform cookie-cutter surgeries; he engineers bespoke solutions for complex mechanical failures. His mastery in the OR is matched only by his meticulous post-op roadmap.
I presented to Prof. Erol not as an emergency, but with a confusing 'mystery' ankle instability that plagued me for years despite prior 'successful' ligament repairs. I'm a 30-year-old hiking guide. He conducted a physical exam so thorough it felt like a biomechanical investigation, identifying not just ligament laxity but a subtle congenital bone alignment issue (a talar tilt) everyone else missed. His solution was a unique hybrid procedure: a modified Broström ligament repair combined with a minimally invasive calcaneal osteotomy to correct the underlying architecture. The follow-up protocol was personalized, with goals tied to specific trails I wanted to conquer. He didn't just fix a sprain; he diagnosed and treated the root cause of a career-threatening condition. My first post-op mountain summit felt like a victory we both achieved.
Our 78-year-old father, a retired ship captain, developed an incarcerated umbilical hernia that his GP said was inoperable due to his age and mild COPD. We were terrified. Dr. Emrah Koksal didn't see an elderly man with risks; he saw a person who deserved his golden years without pain. He explained the laparoscopic repair in such simple terms, drawing diagrams on his tablet. The surgery was flawless, three tiny incisions. Dad was walking the hospital corridor that evening, joking with the nurses. At our 3-month follow-up, Dr. Koksal spent 20 minutes just listening to Dad's sea stories. He didn't just fix a hernia; he restored dignity.
Our 3-day-old newborn, Elif, was diagnosed with esophageal atresia in the NICU. The world collapsed. Dr. Koksal met us at 11 PM, still in his scrubs from another surgery. He didn't give us statistics; he gave us hope with calm, factual clarity. He performed the thoracoscopic repair when Elif was just 5 days old, her chest no bigger than his palm. For 12 days post-op, he visited her incubator twice daily, often before sunrise, adjusting her care millimeter by millimeter. He taught us how to handle her feeding tube with a teddy bear as a practice model. Today, Elif is 6 months old, thriving, and her only scar is a faint line hidden in a skin fold. He is our miracle worker.
My 14-year-old son, a competitive swimmer, developed sudden, severe testicular torsion during training camp. The ER called Dr. Koksal at home. Within 25 minutes, he was in the OR at Medical Park Goztepe, having coordinated the team en route. He spoke directly to my terrified son: 'You're an athlete. This is an injury. We will fix it.' The surgery saved the testicle. What followed was unexpected: Dr. Koksal, aware of the psychological impact, arranged three sessions with a young former athlete he mentors who'd been through similar surgery. At our last check-up, he reviewed my son's training regimen and gave specific clearance advice. This wasn't just emergency surgery; it was holistic, compassionate crisis care that treated the athlete, not just the acute pain.
Our 8-year-old daughter Lara needed a routine elective orchidopexy for an undescended testicle. We expected a quick, standard consultation. Instead, Dr. Koksal used a 3D anatomical model on his computer to show Lara (in child-friendly terms) exactly what was happening and why fixing it was good for her 'body's teamwork.' He let her hold the laparoscopic camera prototype. On surgery day, he played her favorite music in the OR as she went under anesthesia. The procedure was perfect, but his follow-up was what stunned us. He scheduled a video call for her 1-week check-up so she could recover at her grandma's house. He then sent a handwritten 'bravery certificate' signed by the entire surgical team. He transformed a routine procedure into an empowering experience that left our daughter proud, not scared, of her own body.
Our 14-year-old daughter, Elif, was diagnosed with severe adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. The curve was progressing rapidly, and we were terrified. Dr. Sevencan didn't just see an X-ray; he saw a young dancer whose passion was at risk. He explained the complex spinal fusion procedure with hand-drawn diagrams, involving us in every decision. What stood out was his 'scoliosis council' approach, he coordinated with a physiotherapist and psychologist pre-surgery. Post-op, during a midnight round, he noticed her discomfort wasn't just pain but anxiety about the hardware. He sat and explained how each titanium rod was placed, showing her the intraoperative neuromonitoring graphs. Six months later, she's back in ballet class with modified movements. He didn't just straighten her spine; he preserved her future.
My 82-year-old mother, Gülten, fell in her garden, fracturing her osteoporotic hip. The ER referred us to Dr. Sevencan as a 'complex geriatric case.' Instead of rushing to surgery, he spent 45 minutes reviewing her heart medication, diabetes logs, and even her mild cognitive decline notes. He proposed a modified cemented hemiarthroplasty with a specific anesthesia protocol to avoid delirium. During the procedure, he discovered an unexpected pelvic insufficiency fracture and repaired it simultaneously. His post-op care was revolutionary, he had her sitting in a chair the same day with a custom hip precaution protocol that accounted for her poor memory. At follow-up, he didn't just check the incision; he asked about her tomato plants. She's now gardening with a walker. He treated the whole ecosystem of her health.
We brought our 6-year-old son, Deniz, for what we thought was a routine checkup for intoeing. Dr. Sevencan observed him walking, then crawling, then running barefoot in his office. He diagnosed not just femoral anteversion, but identified subtle differences in his gait cycles suggesting early-stage mild cerebral palsy no one had caught. Instead of braces or surgery, he designed a 'play-based intervention', specific climbing activities, swimming strokes, and even recommended a particular brand of shoes. He video-called us monthly to review our home videos of Deniz playing. After a year, the intoeing corrected naturally, and the early CP signs are managed. He turned our anxiety into a game plan, using observation as his primary tool.
Our newborn, Zeynep, was diagnosed with congenital vertical talus in her right foot during a prenatal ultrasound. We met Dr. Sevencan when she was 3 days old. He performed the first gentle manipulations and casting in the NICU, explaining this wasn't an emergency but a 'developmental journey.' His technique involved a unique serial casting method using softer materials than standard, adjusting for her premature skin. Before her minimally invasive surgery at 6 months, he created a 3D-printed model of her foot anatomy to show us exactly what he'd correct. The most remarkable part was his 'developmental milestones integration', each cast change was timed with her motor development stages. At her last visit, her foot is fully functional, and he's already planning her shoe-wearing transition at 18 months. He treated her foot as part of her entire growth story.
After four miscarriages and being told by other doctors that I might never carry to term, I came to Dr. Ozge Kinli Yildiz with almost no hope left. She didn't just treat me as another case file; she spent two hours in our first consultation mapping my entire reproductive history, ordering tests other doctors had overlooked. Her approach was holistic, she coordinated with an endocrinologist and a nutritionist. When I finally got pregnant again, she monitored me weekly, answering panicked messages at 10 PM. At 37 weeks, she performed an emergency C-section when she noticed subtle decelerations others might have missed. My daughter is now six months old. Dr. Yildiz doesn't just deliver babies; she delivers miracles to those who've stopped believing.
My 14-year-old daughter developed severe pelvic pain that kept her out of school. Pediatricians dismissed it as 'normal cramps.' Dr. Yildiz was the first to sit at eye level with my daughter and ask, 'Can you draw where it hurts?' She diagnosed a complex ovarian cyst that required delicate laparoscopic surgery. What struck me was how she preserved my daughter's dignity, using age-appropriate explanations, allowing her to choose surgery music, and even checking in post-op about how the scars might affect her body image. The surgery was flawless, but her care for the psychological aspects of a teenage girl facing gynecological issues was what truly healed us.
As a 68-year-old widow, I felt embarrassed discussing my postmenopausal bleeding with anyone. Dr. Yildiz's assistant noticed my anxiety in the waiting room and offered tea. During the exam, Dr. Yildiz kept my gown meticulously arranged for modesty and explained each step in Turkish (though her English is perfect). She discovered early-stage endometrial cancer. Her surgical plan was revolutionary, using a robotic-assisted technique that minimized recovery time. But more importantly, she visited me every morning at 7 AM during my hospital stay, once just to hold my hand when I cried about facing this alone. She became the daughter I never had in those moments.
I arrived at Medical Park Goztepe hemorrhaging at 18 weeks pregnant after a fall. The ER called Dr. Yildiz at 2 AM, she was in the hospital within 12 minutes, still in street clothes. She diagnosed a placental abruption and stabilized me with such calm authority that my panic subsided. For three weeks, I remained hospitalized on strict bedrest. She adjusted my treatment daily, once canceling her afternoon appointments to monitor a concerning shift for six straight hours. When we reached 24 weeks, she coordinated with the NICU team for a planned delivery. My son spent two months in NICU but is thriving. Dr. Yildiz's ability to blend emergency decisiveness with sustained, meticulous long-term care is something I've never witnessed in any doctor.
Dr. Prof. MD. Ilhami Soykan Barlas provided exceptional care for my general surgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Medical Park Goztepe Hospital. Dr. Prof. MD. Ilhami Soykan Barlas explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. Prof. MD. Ilhami Soykan Barlas's expertise. Highly recommend for general surgery treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. Op. MD. Cemal Ata Bozoklar. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. Prof. MD. Ilhami Soykan Barlas. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
Dr. Op. MD. Cemal Ata Bozoklar provided exceptional care for my general surgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.