Patient Experience
After a soccer collision, my 16-year-old son developed recurrent intracranial hypotension from multiple CSF leaks. Dr. Akbay performed a multi-level blood patch procedure using fibrin sealant with platelet concentrate. He created a personalized recovery plan involving gradual elevation training, starting flat, then sitting, then standing, over three weeks. My son returned to goalkeeping with new protective headgear.
A 39-year-old sommelier began losing her ability to distinguish flavors. MRI showed an olfactory groove meningioma. Dr. Akbay performed an endoscopic endonasal approach, preserving the olfactory filaments by working between them 'like vines in a vineyard.' During recovery, she retrained her palate using a scent kit Dr. Akbay developed with a perfumer. She recently identified a previously unknown tasting note in a rare vintage.
Dr. Prof. MD. Serhan Unlu provided exceptional care for my orthopedics condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Medical Park Ankara (Keçiören). Dr. Prof. MD. Serhan Unlu explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
Our newborn daughter Elif was diagnosed with critical aortic stenosis during a routine prenatal scan. Dr. Kurt coordinated with the neonatal ICU team before her birth, performing a balloon valvuloplasty when she was just 48 hours old. What amazed us was his approach - he created a miniature model of her heart from the echo images to explain the procedure to us. Today, at 18 months, she's meeting all developmental milestones without medication.
As a competitive teenage swimmer, I suddenly started experiencing unexplained fatigue during training. Multiple doctors dismissed it as overtraining until Dr. Kurt discovered a rare coronary artery anomaly during a stress echocardiogram. Instead of ending my athletic career, he designed a customized treatment plan involving catheter ablation and a gradual return protocol. I just qualified for the national youth championships.
Our 8-year-old son Mehmet, adopted from an earthquake zone, arrived with an undiagnosed complex congenital heart defect involving tetralogy of Fallot. Dr. Kurt's team spent weeks stabilizing him nutritionally before surgery. During the procedure, he used a novel tissue-preserving technique that eliminated the need for future valve replacements. Mehmet now plays football without getting winded for the first time in his life.
During a family vacation from Germany, our 3-year-old daughter suddenly turned blue at the hotel pool. The emergency team at Medical Park Ankara called Dr. Kurt directly from the ambulance. He diagnosed a previously undetected anomalous pulmonary venous connection and performed emergency surgery within two hours. His post-operative care included daily video calls with our cardiologist back in Berlin during our extended recovery stay.
I'm a 16-year-old with Marfan syndrome whose aortic root had dilated to surgical thresholds. Dr. Kurt proposed a groundbreaking approach - instead of immediate surgery, he placed me on a regimen of specialized isometric exercises and monitored me monthly. After 9 months, my aortic dimensions stabilized and actually improved slightly, postponing surgery indefinitely. He treated me as a partner in my care, not just a patient.
Our premature twins, born at 28 weeks, both developed patent ductus arteriosus. While most doctors recommended standard medication, Dr. Kurt created individualized plans for each baby based on their different lung development stages. For one twin, he performed a transcatheter closure using the smallest device available in Turkey; for the other, he used a modified medication protocol. Both are now thriving without cardiac issues.
As a university student studying abroad, I discovered I had a large atrial septal defect during a sports physical. Dr. Kurt coordinated my care across three countries, performing the closure procedure during my summer break using a biodegradable device that won't interfere with future MRI scans. He even arranged follow-up echos at my university hospital in Canada, sending personalized instructions to the medical team there.
My 6-year-old daughter with Down syndrome developed complete heart block after a routine cardiac procedure elsewhere. Dr. Kurt managed her transfer and implanted a leadless pacemaker designed for pediatric patients - one of the first such procedures in Ankara. He created a picture book showing her how her 'heart helper' works, which made her excited rather than fearful about her device.
During a school screening program, our apparently healthy 12-year-old son was found to have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Dr. Kurt established a comprehensive management plan involving genetic testing for our entire family, customized exercise guidelines, and a wearable monitor. He transformed what could have been a life-limiting diagnosis into a managed condition, allowing our son to remain active with appropriate precautions.
Our infant son was born with heterotaxy syndrome and multiple complex cardiac anomalies. Instead of the staged surgical approach typically used, Dr. Kurt assembled a multidisciplinary team that performed a single, comprehensive reconstruction surgery when he was 6 months old. The innovative technique reduced his total hospital stay from an estimated 9 months to just 6 weeks. He's now celebrating his first birthday at home.
As a teenage athlete recovering from COVID-19, I developed myocarditis that wasn't responding to standard treatment. Dr. Kurt pioneered a combination of immunosuppressive therapy and graduated exercise rehabilitation based on cardiac MRI findings. He tracked my recovery using a custom mobile app that monitored my symptoms and vital signs, adjusting treatment in real-time. I've now returned to competitive basketball with normal cardiac function.
Our daughter was diagnosed in utero with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. Dr. Kurt prepared us for the three-stage surgical pathway but also researched emerging alternatives. He connected us with a European trial for hybrid procedures and successfully performed the first stage using a combined surgical-catheter approach that minimized trauma. Her recovery exceeded all expectations, with better ventricular function than predicted.
I'm a 14-year-old with Eisenmenger syndrome from a neglected VSD. Most doctors told me nothing could be done, but Dr. Kurt initiated targeted pulmonary vasodilator therapy and carefully monitored my response. After 18 months, my pulmonary pressures improved enough that he could perform a partial closure of the defect. For the first time, my oxygen saturation stays above 90% without continuous oxygen therapy.
Our 10-year-old son developed refractory supraventricular tachycardia that didn't respond to multiple medications. Dr. Kurt used advanced 3D mapping to identify an accessory pathway near the AV node that others had missed. His precision ablation preserved normal conduction while eliminating the arrhythmia. He turned the procedure into a learning experience, showing our son the mapping images and explaining how electricity flows in the heart.
During a routine checkup for our adopted 4-year-old from a conflict zone, Dr. Kurt detected subtle signs of rheumatic heart disease that had been overlooked. He initiated a comprehensive prevention program including antibiotic prophylaxis and dental care coordination. His approach addressed not just the cardiac aspect but the social determinants, connecting us with support services for children with complex medical histories.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. MD. Fikret Inal's expertise. Highly recommend for internal medicine treatment.