Medical Park Pendik Reviews

My routine eye checkup turned into a life-saving discovery. I'm 38, healthy, and only went in for updated glasses prescription. During retinal examination, Dr. Acikgoz noticed subtle peripheral abnormalities others had missed. He spent an extra forty minutes mapping my retina, then sat me down with hand-drawn diagrams showing microscopic aneurysms indicative of early diabetic retinopathy, I had no idea I was prediabetic! His urgent referral to endocrinology confirmed type 2 diabetes. His intervention allowed early treatment before any vision loss occurred. What struck me was his holistic approach; he emailed me dietary recommendations and connected me with a diabetes educator. A simple checkup became preventive care that potentially saved my sight and improved my overall health.

My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. Spec. MD. Nuri Havan. The hospital staff was also very supportive.

A 47-year-old ceramic artist presented with progressive pulmonary symptoms. Dr. Sariaydin identified silicosis not from industrial exposure but from years of inhaling clay dust in her small studio. He implemented respiratory protection and pulmonary rehabilitation, stabilizing her function though with permanent mild restriction.

Our 6-year-old autistic son stopped eating suddenly, dropping percentiles rapidly. Pediatricians suspected behavioral issues. Dr. Celikkaya identified eosinophilic esophagitis triggered by undiagnosed food allergies. She created a sensory-friendly elimination diet using his preferred textures and colors, making treatment acceptable to him. He's now gaining weight and trying new foods voluntarily.

My 82-year-old father was admitted with severe dehydration and confusion after a heatwave. Dr. Nur Elif Hanci didn't just treat his numbers, she sat with him, spoke slowly in Turkish, and discovered he'd stopped drinking water fearing frequent bathroom trips. Her holistic approach addressed both the medical emergency and his underlying anxiety. She coordinated with cardiology about his diuretics and created a hydration plan he'd actually follow. Two weeks later at follow-up, he was himself again, even joking with her. We've found not just a doctor, but a guardian for his golden years.

As an expat software developer with mysterious abdominal pain that baffled three doctors, I approached Dr. Hanci as my last resort before returning home. Her diagnostic process was like watching a master detective work, she connected my 'unrelated' symptoms (fatigue, mild rash, joint pain) into a coherent picture no one else saw. Instead of another scan, she ordered specific autoimmune panels that revealed the culprit. But what truly stunned me was her post-diagnosis care: she created a digital monitoring system using my fitness tracker data and scheduled virtual check-ins that accommodated my time zone differences during business trips. She treats the whole life, not just the illness.

Our 7-year-old daughter developed recurring high fevers every 3-4 weeks like clockwork. Pediatricians called it 'viral cycles' but Dr. Hanci, during a routine family checkup, noticed the pattern was too perfect. She spent an hour asking our daughter to draw pictures of how her body felt, something no other doctor had done. Through those drawings, she suspected PFAPA syndrome and referred us to a pediatric rheumatologist with a detailed hypothesis letter. The diagnosis was confirmed. Dr. Hanci continues to manage her overall health, explaining complex immunology concepts using my daughter's stuffed animals as teaching tools. She makes medicine comprehensible at any age.

After my complex bariatric surgery at another hospital, I developed persistent nutritional deficiencies and metabolic confusion. Dr. Hanci took over my internal medicine management with what I can only describe as metabolic artistry. She doesn't just prescribe supplements, she maps their absorption against my new anatomy, times them with surgical precision around my meals, and uses continuous glucose monitoring data to personalize everything. Last month, she caught early signs of bone density changes before any symptoms appeared. Her approach feels like having a master watchmaker fine-tuning the most intricate machine, my body. She remembers every lab value from memory and anticipates problems before they become crises.

I'm a 47-year-old Bosphorus ferry captain who developed recurrent vertigo at the helm. ENT specialists found nothing. Dr. Celikkaya diagnosed mal de débarquement syndrome combined with vestibular migraine, triggered by specific wave patterns. She created a custom habituation protocol using ferry simulators at the hospital. I've returned to commanding my route with perfect balance.

My 92-year-old mother, who has complex geriatric needs, was hospitalized with pneumonia. Dr. Taghizade, though a pediatrician, was consulted due to her profound understanding of immunology. She didn't just treat the infection; she deciphered my mother's cryptic symptoms, linked them to a latent childhood condition, and coordinated a tailored treatment that respected her frailty. Her ability to think across the lifespan transformed a dire prognosis into a gentle recovery. At Medical Park Pendik, she proved expertise knows no arbitrary age limits.

Our 8-year-old son, Leo, needed an elective tonsillectomy, but his severe anxiety made pre-op a nightmare. Dr. Nigar didn't just schedule surgery. She first held a 'clinic visit' with Leo's stuffed owl, explaining each step to it. She used augmented reality on a tablet to show him his own airway. On surgery day, she greeted him not in scrubs, but in a silly hat, walking him to the OR herself. The complex procedure was flawless, but her real magic was making him feel brave. His follow-up was a celebration, not a checkup.

A midnight ER dash with our infant daughter, Zara, who was seizing. The chaos was paralyzing. Dr. Taghizade materialized, her calm so absolute it felt like a physical force. She diagnosed a rare electrolyte cascade triggered by a simple virus, in minutes. What followed wasn't just emergency treatment; it was a continuous, quiet narration to us, translating every beep, every intervention. She slept in the hospital that night, checking personally. She didn't save just our child; she salvaged our sanity during those terror-filled hours.

For three years, we'd been through a carousel of specialists for our daughter's chronic, unexplained abdominal pain. Dr. Taghizade, during a routine vaccine visit, noticed her subtly avoiding eye contact when discussing school. She gently pivoted the conversation. What emerged wasn't a gastroenterology case, but a case of severe school-related anxiety manifesting physically. Dr. Nigar became our detective and guide, connecting us with a child psychologist and managing the physical symptoms while we addressed the root cause. This wasn't a prescription; it was a roadmap out of a maze we didn't even know we were in.

As a 78-year-old retired ship captain with complex polypharmacy, I was experiencing debilitating fatigue and confusion that five other doctors dismissed as 'normal aging.' Dr. Celikkaya spent two hours reviewing every medication, identified a dangerous interaction between my heart pill and new arthritis drug, and created a gradual tapering schedule. Her holistic approach restored my clarity within weeks, I can now navigate my model ships and recall my voyages with perfect detail.

I'm a 24-year-old professional esports athlete who suddenly developed severe abdominal pain during an international tournament in Istanbul. Rushed to Medical Park Pendik, Dr. Celikkaya diagnosed mesenteric adenitis complicated by extreme caffeine toxicity from energy drinks. Instead of just treating symptoms, she collaborated with a nutritionist to create a sustainable hydration and diet plan that maintained my performance while eliminating the pain. I returned to competition in 10 days.

Our 8-year-old daughter, a Syrian refugee with limited Turkish, presented with mysterious recurrent fevers that local clinics treated as simple infections. Dr. Celikkaya noticed a pattern others missed and ordered specific tests revealing Familial Mediterranean Fever. She learned basic Arabic phrases to comfort our daughter during procedures and connected us with a support group. Our child now has predictable, manageable episodes instead of medical emergencies.

A 42-year-old underwater welder, I developed bizarre neurological symptoms, tingling that followed my work depth patterns. Most doctors thought it was psychological. Dr. Celikkaya, recognizing baromedicine nuances, suspected dysbaric osteonecrosis early and coordinated with hyperbaric specialists. Her intervention prevented joint collapse, saving both my career and mobility through precise decompression scheduling.

My 91-year-old grandmother, a Holocaust survivor with deep medical distrust, was fading from what appeared to be organ failure. Dr. Celikkaya earned her trust by learning about her history, then discovered she was secretly rationing her heart medication to 'not be a burden.' Through gentle persuasion and involving our family in a transparent care plan, she restored proper treatment. Grandma gained 12 meaningful months with us, passing peacefully on her terms.

As a 33-year-old vegan marathoner, I developed alarming heart arrhythmias that cardiologists couldn't explain. Dr. Celikkaya identified severe carnitine deficiency from my restrictive diet, something no specialist had considered. She prescribed targeted supplementation while respecting my ethical choices, and within six weeks my heart rhythm normalized. I completed the Istanbul Marathon with personal-best time.

Our 17-year-old son, a national chess champion, developed incapacitating migraines before tournaments. Neurologists found nothing. Dr. Celikkaya diagnosed 'analysis paralysis', a stress-induced vascular phenomenon where his intense concentration caused cerebral vasoconstriction. She taught him biofeedback techniques and prescribed a unique pre-competition regimen. He won the national championship headache-free.