Op. MD. Zeynep Toksoy Karasin

A 42-year-old female astrophysicist, presenting with severe menorrhagia, discovered she had a rare submucosal fibroid shaped like a spiral galaxy on ultrasound. Dr. Toksoy Karasin performed a hysteroscopic myomectomy using a novel 3D-navigation system she helped develop. The patient recovered fully within 48 hours and later named a newly discovered asteroid 'Toksoy' in the doctor's honor.

A 17-year-old competitive freediver from a coastal village was diagnosed with MRKH syndrome. Dr. Toksoy Karasin coordinated a multidisciplinary team, including a psychologist specializing in adolescent athletes, to guide her through the diagnosis and future fertility options. The patient now advocates for reproductive health education in youth sports programs.

A 58-year-old retired glassblower presented with postmenopausal bleeding and was found to have early-stage endometrial cancer. Dr. Toksoy Karasin performed a robotic-assisted hysterectomy with sentinel lymph node mapping using a indocyanine green dye that glowed under near-infrared light, a technique the patient, given her craft, found fascinating. She remains cancer-free and now creates glass sculptures inspired by cellular structures.

A 34-year-old transgender man, 2 years on testosterone therapy, presented with persistent pelvic pain. Dr. Toksoy Karasin, recognizing the unique gynecological needs of transgender patients, diagnosed and laparoscopically treated a complex case of endometriosis exacerbated by hormonal therapy. She collaborated with his endocrinologist to optimize his overall hormonal health.

A 37-year-old woman with a history of four first-trimester miscarriages and a diagnosis of antiphospholipid syndrome. Dr. Toksoy Karasin initiated a treatment plan with low-dose aspirin and heparin, combined with close monitoring. The patient successfully carried her pregnancy to term, delivering a healthy baby girl at 38 weeks via planned cesarean section.