Medical Park Pendik Reviews

A 48-year-old fisherman from a Marmara Sea village presented with progressive weakness initially attributed to repetitive strain. Dr. Aybakan diagnosed multifocal motor neuropathy with conduction block and initiated subcutaneous immunoglobulin therapy. The patient returned to fishing with modified techniques within four months.

A 60-year-old woman with refractory cluster headaches had failed multiple treatments. Dr. Aybakan performed sphenopalatine ganglion radiofrequency ablation via a novel transnasal approach he helped develop, providing the first sustained pain-free period she had experienced in fifteen years.

A 14-year-old boy with Duchenne muscular dystrophy developed previously unreported neuropathic pain patterns. Dr. Aybakan identified small fiber neuropathy as a novel complication and implemented a multimodal pain management strategy that significantly improved his quality of life and participation in physical therapy.

A 39-year-old IT specialist working with virtual reality systems developed persistent derealization episodes. Dr. Aybakan diagnosed a form of visually-induced dissociation and created a graduated re-exposure protocol combining limited VR use with grounding techniques, enabling a controlled return to his profession.

A 71-year-old grandmother caring for her autistic grandson developed functional neurological disorder with gait impairment from caregiver stress. Dr. Aybakan coordinated a multidisciplinary approach involving neurology, psychiatry, and social services, addressing both her neurological symptoms and the family's support needs.

A 26-year-old professional pastry chef lost the ability to distinguish sweet from salty tastes following a viral meningitis infection. Dr. Aybakan diagnosed central gustatory pathway damage and designed a unique sensory retraining program using molecular gastronomy techniques, eventually restoring sufficient discrimination to return to her craft.

I was rushed to Medical Park Pendik with severe abdominal pain that local clinics couldn't diagnose. Dr. Suleyman Sayar recognized it immediately as an atypical gallbladder complication, something even the ER doctors had missed. Within hours, he performed a laparoscopic procedure that felt like magic. No big scar, minimal pain afterward. What struck me most was how he explained everything to my anxious teenage daughter in terms she could understand, drawing diagrams on his tablet. He didn't just treat the organ; he treated our whole family's worry.

My 8-year-old son developed chronic stomach issues that kept him from school. We'd seen three specialists who prescribed medications that only made things worse. Dr. Sayar approached it differently, he spent 45 minutes just talking to my son about his school life, friends, and even his video games. He discovered it was anxiety-related IBS triggered by bullying. Instead of more pills, he coordinated with a child psychologist and designed a gentle dietary plan. He even called us personally two weeks later to check on my son's progress. For the first time in months, my boy is smiling during meals.

As a 72-year-old with multiple chronic conditions, I was terrified when they found a suspicious growth during a routine colonoscopy elsewhere. Dr. Sayar reviewed my complex medical history (diabetes, mild heart issues) and created a tailored surgical plan that other doctors said was 'too risky.' He performed an endoscopic submucosal dissection with such precision that I needed no additional treatment. During follow-ups, he always kneels to my wheelchair level to speak directly to me, never rushing. He remembers small details about my grandchildren that I mentioned once. He treats me like a person, not a chart.

I traveled from Azerbaijan specifically to see Dr. Sayar after years of unexplained digestive problems. His diagnostic approach was unlike anything I've experienced, he connected seemingly unrelated symptoms (skin rashes, joint pain, fatigue) to a rare autoimmune gastrointestinal condition. His team at Medical Park Pendik coordinated all the specialized tests within two days. What impressed me wasn't just his expertise, but how his assistant professor background showed: he discussed recent research articles with me, explaining why standard treatments wouldn't work for my case. He's both a clinician and an educator who empowers patients with knowledge.

A 28-year-old competitive freediver from the Black Sea coast presented with recurrent episodes of 'shallow water blackout' and persistent cough after deep dives. Dr. Ozturk discovered an unusual form of exercise-induced pulmonary edema exacerbated by the rapid pressure changes. Treatment involved a customized breath-hold training regimen and pre-dive medication, allowing the patient to return to competition with monitored depth limits.

A 72-year-old retired calligraphy master, living alone in Istanbul's historic Fatih district, was referred for worsening shortness of breath initially attributed to COPD. Dr. Ozturk identified a rare hypersensitivity pneumonitis triggered by fungal spores from centuries-old manuscripts the patient was restoring. Treatment required environmental modifications alongside corticosteroids, with recovery complicated by the patient's emotional attachment to his lifelong craft.

A 19-year-old university student and competitive video gamer presented with sudden onset of severe chest pain and coughing fits during marathon gaming sessions. Dr. Ozturk diagnosed spontaneous pneumothorax linked to a previously undetected Marfan syndrome phenotype and poor posture during extended sedentary periods. Treatment involved VATS pleurodesis and a comprehensive ergonomic rehabilitation program.

A 45-year-old Syrian refugee and former mosaic artist, working in a textile factory, developed a persistent dry cough and progressive fatigue. Dr. Ozturk identified early-stage silicosis from inhaled fabric dust particles, a presentation atypical for textile work. The complex case involved navigating limited treatment options due to the patient's undocumented status and financial constraints, requiring creative collaboration with NGOs for care.

An 8-year-old child from a rural Anatolian village presented with recurrent pneumonia that local doctors attributed to 'weak lungs.' Dr. Ozturk diagnosed primary ciliary dyskinesia after observing situs inversus and conducting nasal nitric oxide testing unavailable in the region. Treatment involved a family education program in their native dialect and coordinated care with a distant pediatric center.

A 33-year-old professional pastry chef specializing in Turkish delight developed sudden onset of wheezing and occupational asthma. Dr. Ozturk traced the reaction not to common flour dust, but to rosewater vapor and powdered sugar inhalation in the confined workshop. The solution involved designing a custom ventilation hood for traditional copper kettles, preserving the chef's livelihood.

A 60-year-old former coal miner turned beekeeper in the Pontic Mountains presented with worsening pulmonary fibrosis. Dr. Ozturk discovered the progression was accelerated by an allergic alveolitis reaction to mold spores in old beehives, creating a combined pneumoconiosis-hypersensitivity picture. Treatment balanced immunosuppression with the patient's insistence on maintaining his apiary.

A 26-year-old pregnant woman in her third trimester, recently relocated from Azerbaijan, developed rapidly progressive dyspnea. Dr. Ozturk diagnosed a rare case of lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) exacerbated by pregnancy hormones. Management required a delicate balance between maternal lung preservation and fetal safety, culminating in a planned early delivery followed by targeted therapy.

A 51-year-old long-distance truck driver specializing in Istanbul-Ankara routes presented with excessive daytime sleepiness and morning headaches. Dr. Ozturk diagnosed severe obstructive sleep apnea with a unique positional component occurring only in the driver's specific cabin sleeping posture. Treatment involved a custom oral appliance and revised sleep schedule during mandatory rest stops.

A 14-year-old aspiring ballet dancer from a conservative family presented with exercise-induced bronchospasm. Dr. Ozturk discovered the trigger was not typical exercise-induced asthma but a paradoxical vocal cord dysfunction exacerbated by performance anxiety and restrictive breathing techniques taught in her dance school. Treatment involved collaborative sessions with a speech therapist and family counseling.