Patient Experience
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. dr Dilşat Çamlı's expertise. Highly recommend for radiology treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Dilşat Çamlı. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
As a 28-year-old competitive freediver, I began experiencing unexplained episodes of severe fatigue and muscle weakness after deep dives. Multiple specialists couldn't find the cause until Dr. Emine performed a specialized myocardial perfusion scan that revealed a rare form of exercise-induced cardiac ischemia. Her precise nuclear imaging pinpointed the exact vascular issue that other tests missed. Her team's targeted treatment plan allowed me to return to competitive diving within six months with proper monitoring protocols.
My 9-year-old daughter was diagnosed with a complex neuroblastoma that had metastasized. Dr. Emine designed a personalized MIBG therapy plan that was both effective and minimally traumatic for a child. She explained every step using child-friendly analogies and involved my daughter in the process, turning frightening procedures into 'superhero missions.' Two years later, follow-up scans show complete remission, and my daughter now wants to become a nuclear medicine doctor herself.
After surviving a major industrial fire at 52, I developed persistent bone pain that multiple doctors dismissed as 'residual trauma.' Dr. Emine ordered a comprehensive bone scan that revealed early-stage, radiation-induced osteonecrosis from the firefighting foam chemicals. Her early detection allowed for preventative treatment that saved me from multiple joint replacements. She treated me not just as a patient, but as someone whose livelihood depended on physical mobility.
My 84-year-old father with advanced dementia began showing signs of a thyroid storm, but his confusion made diagnosis impossible through conventional means. Dr. Emine performed a thyroid uptake scan with remarkable patience and gentleness, adapting the procedure to his cognitive limitations. The scan revealed a toxic nodule requiring urgent treatment. Her compassionate approach in managing his anxiety during the scan was as impressive as her medical expertise.
As a 72-year-old retired mariner with chronic phantom limb pain after a leg amputation 40 years ago, I had tried every treatment imaginable. Dr. Çiçekdağ didn't just see me as another pain patient; she understood the psychological weight of carrying decades of discomfort. Her unique combination of targeted nerve blocks and mindfulness techniques specifically tailored for phantom sensations gave me my first pain-free night in four decades. She treated the sailor, not just the symptom.
My 14-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, developed complex regional pain syndrome after a minor ankle sprain. We saw six specialists who dismissed it as 'growing pains.' Dr. Çiçekdağ was the first to truly listen to her description of 'burning ice' sensations. She created a pediatric-friendly rehabilitation plan involving graded motor imagery and aquatic therapy. Within three months, my daughter was back on the beam, and Dr. Çiçekdağ became her personal hero.
After surviving a major motorcycle accident, I lived with debilitating neuropathic pain that made even clothing unbearable. Dr. Çiçekdağ pioneered a novel approach for me: combining pulsed radiofrequency ablation with a carefully monitored topical ketamine gel regimen. She didn't just follow protocols; she innovated based on my specific nerve injury patterns. I went from being bedridden to completing a 5K walk for charity.
As an 83-year-old with severe spinal stenosis and multiple comorbidities, I was told I wasn't a candidate for any intervention. Dr. Çiçekdağ designed a 'micro-procedure' strategy—tiny, staggered epidural injections over months instead of one aggressive treatment. Her patience and incremental approach allowed my frail body to heal gradually. She gave me back the ability to tend to my rose garden, which means everything at my age.
As a 72-year-old with chronic lumbar stenosis, I'd seen many doctors. Dr. Emine Nur Tozan was different. She didn't just prescribe stronger pills. During my consultation at Acibadem Izmir Kent Hospital, she spent an hour mapping my pain with a detailed diagram, asking about how it affected gardening, my main joy. Her 'targeted nerve block' approach felt like a precision strike rather than blanket medication. For the first time in years, I could deadhead my roses without that searing sciatic pain. Her follow-up calls to adjust my gentle physio plan showed genuine care beyond the clinic walls.
Our 8-year-old daughter developed complex regional pain syndrome after a seemingly minor ankle sprain. The local ER dismissed it as 'attention-seeking.' Dr. Tozan's pediatric pain management approach was a revelation. She used cartoon pain scales and a 'superhero nerve' story to explain treatment. Instead of intimidating injections, she performed a guided sympathetic nerve block with our daughter choosing the ultrasound screen colors. The immediate relief in her eyes was miraculous. Dr. Tozan created a rainbow-colored 'pain passport' for school, empowering our child to manage her condition. She treated the fear, not just the nerves.
I arrived at Acibadem Izmir via emergency transfer after a workplace machinery accident left me with phantom limb pain following a traumatic amputation. Dr. Tozan's emergency pain protocol was unlike anything I'd experienced. She bypassed standard opioid cascades and implemented a multimodal regimen including a continuous catheter nerve block and mirror therapy initiated within hours. Her explanation that 'the brain needs to unlearn pain before the body can heal' changed my recovery trajectory. She coordinated with my surgeons, physiotherapists, and even my employer to create a seamless pain management bridge from ICU to rehabilitation.
As a professional musician with focal dystonia causing debilitating hand cramps, my career was ending. Dr. Tozan approached my 'routine' botulinum toxin injection as a creative collaboration. She studied videos of my playing technique, identifying specific muscle groups involved in tremors during arpeggios. Using EMG guidance, she injected with micro-adjustments I could request in real-time. The result wasn't just reduced pain but restored musicality. Her innovative combination of ultrasound-guided pulsed radiofrequency for deeper nerve modulation alongside the injections gave me three extra hours of practice daily. She saved my vocation with anatomical artistry.
A 28-year-old competitive freediver from the Aegean coast presented with recurrent episodes of confusion and headache after deep dives. Dr. Gezer identified an unusual pattern of delayed-onset cerebral oxygen toxicity, not previously documented in recreational freediving. He collaborated with hyperbaric specialists to develop a personalized dive profile and a pre-dive hydration protocol, allowing the patient to continue her sport safely with monitoring.
A 72-year-old retired olive oil producer presented with progressive weakness and bronze skin pigmentation. While initial tests suggested adrenal insufficiency, Dr. Gezer noted the patient's lifelong exposure to copper-based fungicides in his groves. Further investigation revealed Wilson's disease with atypical late-onset presentation, successfully managed with chelation therapy and dietary changes.
A 19-year-old international exchange student from Kazakhstan developed recurrent fevers and joint pain. Multiple providers had attributed it to stress or viral syndromes. Dr. Gezer discovered the student had been consuming unpasteurized camel milk from a local market, leading to a diagnosis of brucellosis—rare in urban Izmir—which responded completely to targeted antibiotics.
A 45-year-old shipyard welder presented with fatigue and abdominal pain. Standard panels were normal, but Dr. Gezer pursued a detailed occupational history revealing recent work on older vessels with lead-based paints. Blood tests confirmed significant lead poisoning; treatment included chelation and workplace advocacy for safer practices.
Dr. dr Ergun Kuşku provided exceptional care for my dermatology condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. dr Mehmet Güney Ziyalan. The hospital staff was also very supportive.