Patient Experience
My 82-year-old father, Ahmet, had been living with debilitating hip pain for years, convinced it was just 'old age.' We visited Dr. Rodop for what we thought would be a routine consultation. He didn't just look at the X-ray; he watched my father walk. He asked about his gardening, his morning tea ritual, things that mattered. Dr. Rodop explained the complex anatomy of a worn joint with a clarity that cut through my father's fear. The total hip replacement was a marvel of precision. But the real miracle was the follow-up. Dr. Rodop called personally the evening after surgery, and his team had my father walking the next day. He didn't just fix a hip; he restored a life of dignity. At Medical Park Pendik, we found not just a surgeon, but a healer who treats the person, not just the chart.
Our 8-year-old daughter, Elif, took a bad fall from her scooter, and her wrist looked wrong. The ER was chaotic, but the moment Prof. Dr. Osman Rodop entered our cubicle, his calm was contagious. He knelt to Elif's eye level, spoke to her about her favorite cartoon characters, and made her giggle while expertly examining the nasty fracture. He explained the need for surgery to us with absolute honesty but framed it for Elif as 'putting a tiny, super-strong cast inside her arm so the bone soldiers could heal in a straight line.' The percutaneous pinning was a success, and his follow-up visits were filled with high-fives and sticker charts tracking her recovery. He turned a traumatic emergency into an empowering story of bravery for our little girl.
As a former amateur athlete with a history of knee issues, I've seen my share of orthopedists. My case was complex: a failed previous ACL reconstruction with significant cartilage damage. Dr. Rodop approached it like a master strategist. He spent an hour with me and my MRI, drawing diagrams, outlining a two-stage plan involving cartilage regeneration first, followed by a revision ACL surgery. There was no rush, no ego. He presented options, risks, and his reasoned recommendation. The surgeries, performed at Medical Park Pendik, were technically flawless. But what set him apart was the meticulous, almost obsessive, post-op protocol. His physiotherapy team was an extension of his care. I didn't just recover; I understand my knee now. He is a true professor, an educator as much as a surgeon.
I came to Dr. Rodop for what I thought was a simple, nagging shoulder pain, a routine checkup. His diagnostic process was anything but routine. He performed specific physical tests I'd never experienced, pinpointing not just a rotator cuff issue but a subtle instability I'd learned to live with. He vetoed immediate surgery, prescribing a targeted 6-week physio program first. 'Surgery is the last tool in the box, not the first,' he said. I was skeptical, but I followed his plan. The pain resolved completely. At my follow-up, he wasn't smug; he was genuinely pleased I'd avoided an operation. In an age of quick fixes, his conservative, evidence-based wisdom and refusal to over-treat was the most profound medical care I've ever received.
Dr. Op. MD. Aydin Onen provided exceptional care for my pediatric surgery condition. The treatment was personalized and effective.
I was impressed by the professional approach at Medical Park Pendik. Dr. Op. MD. Aydin Onen explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. Op. MD. Aydin Onen's expertise. Highly recommend for pediatric surgery treatment.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. Op. MD. Aydin Onen. The hospital staff was also very supportive.
A 28-year-old competitive archer presented with debilitating pain and stiffness in her right shoulder and elbow, initially misdiagnosed as sports injury. Dr. Kasman identified an unusual presentation of seronegative rheumatoid arthritis affecting only her dominant arm's joints. Treatment involved a combination of targeted biologic therapy and a customized physical therapy regimen that preserved her fine motor skills. She returned to national competition within 9 months, requiring ongoing but minimal medication.
A 72-year-old retired shipyard welder from a low-income neighborhood arrived with severe, untreated psoriatic arthritis affecting his hands and spine, having self-medicated with over-the-counter painkillers for years. Dr. Kasman discovered concurrent interstitial lung disease. She coordinated with social services to secure medication coverage and designed a low-cost home exercise program. His mobility improved by 40% over 18 months, though lung involvement required ongoing monitoring.
A 19-year-old university student from a wealthy family presented with sudden-onset systemic lupus erythematosus following a mononucleosis infection. The patient's parents demanded aggressive treatment while the patient feared medication side effects. Dr. Kasman mediated family discussions and initiated a carefully calibrated treatment plan with regular psycho-social support. The patient achieved remission within 6 months while maintaining her academic schedule.
A 45-year-old immigrant textile worker with limited Turkish language proficiency developed scleroderma with rapidly progressing skin tightening and Raynaud's phenomenon. Dr. Kasman worked with a hospital interpreter and identified early pulmonary hypertension. Treatment involved combination therapy and vocational counseling for hand function preservation. The patient maintained partial employment capacity with stabilized disease over two years.
A 33-year-old pregnant woman (24 weeks gestation) presented with new-onset inflammatory arthritis. Previous doctors hesitated to treat due to pregnancy. Dr. Kasman, after thorough risk-benefit analysis, initiated pregnancy-safe DMARDs and coordinated closely with obstetrics. She delivered a healthy baby at term with no disease flare postpartum, continuing treatment while breastfeeding under careful monitoring.
A 58-year-old former ballet instructor with longstanding ankylosing spondylitis arrived seeking help for severe spinal fusion that had progressed despite previous treatments. Dr. Kasman implemented a novel combination of IL-17 inhibitor with specialized spinal mobilization therapy. The patient, who had resigned to wheelchair use, regained ability to walk with a cane and resumed teaching adapted dance classes to seniors.
A 22-year-old medical student developed Behçet's disease with complex neurological and vascular manifestations. Intimately understanding the career implications, Dr. Kasman designed an aggressive treatment protocol around exam schedules and clinical rotations. The patient completed medical school with controlled disease and is now specializing in rheumatology, inspired by her care.
A 67-year-old grandmother with osteoarthritis and severe financial constraints presented after failed joint injections elsewhere. Dr. Kasman discovered underlying calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease misdiagnosed as simple OA. She secured donated medication samples and taught the patient's granddaughter simple assistive techniques. Pain reduced by 70% with minimal cost to the family.
A 41-year-long-distance truck driver developed gout with tophi formation in his feet and hands, threatening his livelihood. Previous dietary advice had failed. Dr. Kasman created a practical 'truck-cab-friendly' management plan with long-acting medications and emergency protocols for flares during routes. He maintained employment with only two minor flares in three years.
A 30-year-old software developer with fibromyalgia and severe centralized pain had seen 7 specialists without improvement. Dr. Kasman identified comorbid small fiber neuropathy through skin biopsy and implemented a multimodal approach combining medication, graded exercise, and sleep hygiene tailored to his sedentary job. Functional capacity improved by 60% over 8 months.
A 50-year-old fisherman with reactive arthritis following gastrointestinal infection presented with severe enthesitis in his feet, preventing work. Dr. Kasman designed waterproof compression solutions and treatment timing around fishing seasons. He returned to work within 4 months using customized footwear she helped source through occupational health programs.
A 16-year-old high school athlete developed juvenile idiopathic arthritis during growth spurt, causing significant joint damage and depression. Dr. Kasman involved both parents and school staff, creating an integrated treatment plan with biologic therapy, psychological support, and adapted PE curriculum. The patient transitioned to coaching peers while achieving disease remission.