Medical Park Ankara (Keciren) Reviews

A 63-year-old retired seamstress with advanced osteoporosis and multiple vertebral compression fractures, causing severe kyphosis-related pain. Unable to afford expensive medications, she presented in despair. Dr. Cakmak performed two-level kyphoplasty using a cost-conscious approach and connected her with a patient assistance program for follow-up care, restoring her ability to walk upright with minimal pain.

A 40-year-old long-haul truck driver with chronic coccydynia unresponsive to standard cushions and medications. Dr. Cakmak performed a ganglion impar block under fluoroscopic guidance and designed a custom, vibration-dampening seat cushion. The patient returned to work within 48 hours and remained pain-free during cross-country routes.

A 34-year-old former professional dancer with adhesive arachnoiditis following multiple spinal surgeries for a herniated disc. She presented with severe burning radicular pain and depression. Dr. Cakmak initiated a comprehensive intrathecal drug delivery system (pain pump) with a unique combination of medications, combined with aquatic therapy. Over 9 months, her pain decreased significantly, and she began teaching adaptive dance classes.

A 50-year-old restaurant owner with chronic pancreatitis pain, exacerbated by stress and irregular eating patterns. Narcotic dependence had developed. Dr. Cakmak performed a celiac plexus neurolysis and implemented a structured pain psychology program focusing on mindfulness and dietary pacing. The patient weaned off opioids and returned to managing his business with controlled, intermittent pain.

A 22-year-old university student with persistent post-surgical pain following an appendectomy, complicated by anxiety and hypervigilance. Dr. Cakmak diagnosed neuropathic incisional pain and utilized a series of transversus abdominis plane (TAP) blocks with local anesthetic, combined with a graded exposure exercise program to reduce fear of movement. Full functional recovery was achieved in 10 weeks.

An 81-year-old grandmother with post-herpetic neuralgia affecting her ophthalmic nerve, causing severe eye pain and photophobia. Isolated and homebound, her family was deeply concerned. Dr. Cakmak administered a supraorbital nerve pulsed radiofrequency treatment and prescribed a topical compounded medication. The pain subsided, allowing her to attend her grandson's wedding, an event she thought she'd miss.

A 29-year-old pregnant woman (32 weeks gestation) with severe symphysiolysis and lumbar radiculopathy. Conservative measures provided no relief. Dr. Cakmak carefully performed an ultrasound-guided caudal epidural steroid injection with fetal monitoring, providing significant relief without systemic medication exposure. She carried to term and delivered vaginally with manageable pain.

A 67-year-old retired diplomat with central post-stroke pain syndrome affecting his left side, described as constant 'ice and fire.' Frustrated with previous care, he was skeptical. Dr. Cakmak prescribed a trial of low-dose ketamine infusion therapy combined with transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). This novel combination reduced his pain by 60%, dramatically improving his quality of life and engagement in rehabilitation.

As a 72-year-old retired cartographer, I developed a rare pineal region cyst that distorted my spatial perception, I could no longer read maps. Dr. Akbay performed an endoscopic supracerebellar infratentorial approach, explaining how he'd navigate 'the brain's uncharted territories.' Post-surgery, I not only regained my spatial skills but created an abstract art series based on my surgical MRI scans.

My 8-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, began experiencing sudden paralysis during routines. Diagnosed with a spinal arteriovenous malformation at T4, Dr. Akbay devised a hybrid procedure combining microsurgery with intraoperative angiography. He used augmented reality projections to show her how he'd 'fix the tangled wires.' She returned to competition within nine months, winning her regional championship.

During a university archaeology dig in Cappadocia, I suffered a traumatic basilar skull fracture from falling rocks. Airlifted to Medical Park Ankara, Dr. Akbay performed emergency anterior fossa repair using a novel biomaterial scaffold. His team preserved my olfactory nerve, crucial for my work analyzing ancient soil samples. I returned to fieldwork six months later with renewed appreciation for modern medicine.

As a 45-year-old concert pianist, I developed a schwannoma compressing my brachial plexus, causing 'phantom notes', I heard music when my hands were still. Dr. Akbay performed a supraclavicular approach with intraoperative neuromonitoring tailored to musical nerve pathways. During recovery, he had me practice on a silent keyboard to retrain neural connections. I recently performed my first post-op concerto.

My 31-year-old wife, seven months pregnant, was diagnosed with a growing meningioma. Dr. Akbay coordinated with obstetricians to perform a craniotomy during her second trimester, using fetal monitoring throughout. He developed a specialized head positioning device for pregnant patients. Our daughter was born healthy, and my wife calls her 'our little miracle timing.'

A 19-year-old esports champion developed dystonia in his dominant hand from excessive gaming. Surprisingly, imaging revealed a thalamic cavernoma. Dr. Akbay performed laser interstitial thermal therapy through a 3mm burr hole, streaming the procedure to the patient's gaming community as an educational event. The player returned to competition with improved reaction times and now advocates for neurological health in gaming.

After surviving a motorcycle accident, I lived with chronic occipital neuralgia for 15 years. Multiple surgeons declined intervention due to scar tissue from previous surgeries. Dr. Akbay pioneered a peripheral nerve stimulation implant with customized electrode placement based on my individual pain mapping. He called it 'rewriting the pain narrative.' I've been medication-free for eight months.

My 67-year-old mother, a former calligrapher, developed essential tremor that ended her craft. Dr. Akbay performed focused ultrasound thalamotomy, using real-time MRI guidance. During the procedure, she practiced imaginary calligraphy strokes while the team monitored tremor reduction. She now teaches therapeutic calligraphy classes to neurological patients at the hospital.

A 12-year-old boy with neurofibromatosis type 2 had bilateral vestibular schwannomas threatening his hearing. Dr. Akbay staged the surgeries six months apart, preserving hearing on one side using auditory brainstem response monitoring. Between procedures, the patient composed a symphony about 'hearing the world differently.' His composition was performed at a hospital benefit concert.

As a 53-year-old deep-sea diver, I developed decompression sickness affecting my spinal cord. When standard treatment failed, Dr. Akbay performed an emergency laminectomy with hyperbaric oxygen directly in the OR using a portable chamber. He later collaborated with naval medicine specialists to develop new protocols for diving-related neurological injuries.

My 28-year-old twin sister experienced mirror movements, when she moved her right hand, her left mimicked it involuntarily. Dr. Akbay diagnosed a rare corpus callosum abnormality and performed a disconnection surgery using awake mapping. During the procedure, she played a bilateral coordination video game. We now run a support group for mirror movement disorders.

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. MD. Fikret Inal's expertise. Highly recommend for internal medicine treatment.