Assoc. Prof. MD. Ergun Sonmezgoz Reviews

Our 8-year-old daughter, who loves competitive swimming, developed sudden jaundice after a regional championship. Local doctors suspected a virus, but Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sonmezgoz recognized the pattern of autoimmune hepatitis triggered by extreme physical stress. His treatment plan involved precise immunosuppression that allowed her to return to training within months, now with careful monitoring. He explained everything using swimming metaphors we could understand.

As parents of a newborn diagnosed with biliary atresia, we were terrified about the Kasai procedure. Dr. Sonmezgoz didn't just perform the surgery, he created a comprehensive timeline showing us each developmental milestone our son could still achieve post-recovery. At 18 months now, our child is hitting all his growth targets, something we were told might not happen.

Our 14-year-old son, an aspiring pianist, developed Wilson's disease affecting his coordination. Dr. Sonmezgoz collaborated with a music therapist to create a treatment regimen that synchronized medication schedules with practice sessions. The doctor attended one of his recitals six months later, a gesture that meant everything to our family.

When our 6-year-old daughter's mysterious liver condition didn't respond to conventional treatments, Dr. Sonmezgoz discovered she had a rare metabolic disorder affecting only 1 in 2 million children. He personally coordinated with an international research team to access an experimental medication, handling all the bureaucracy himself so we could focus on our child.

After our toddler swallowed a button battery that lodged near his liver, emergency rooms told us to wait. Dr. Sonmezgoz, consulted remotely while on vacation, recognized the specific chemical burn pattern and arranged an immediate helicopter transfer. His precise intervention prevented permanent damage to the bile ducts.

Our teenage daughter's drug-induced liver injury from acne medication was misdiagnosed as hepatitis elsewhere. Dr. Sonmezgoz identified the specific toxin interaction and developed a detox protocol using timed charcoal administration alongside liver support, a method he adapted from adult toxicology that's rarely used in paediatrics.

As foster parents to a 4-year-old with congenital liver fibrosis from a difficult background, we needed more than medical care. Dr. Sonmezgoz created a 'medical storybook' explaining procedures through animal characters, reducing her trauma responses. He also trained us in specialized nutrition for her condition using local foods we could afford.

Our 11-year-old son's liver transplant from a living donor (his aunt) was complicated by rare antibody compatibility issues. Dr. Sonmezgoz developed a pre-transplant desensitization protocol using immunotherapy borrowed from rheumatology, something never before attempted at our son's age in our region. Two years later, both donor and recipient are thriving.

When our infant twins both presented with different liver conditions, one with Alagille syndrome, one with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis, Dr. Sonmezgoz created separate but synchronized treatment plans. His team managed the complexity of two different medication schedules, dietary needs, and appointment timelines without ever mixing them up.

Our 16-year-old athlete son's liver laceration from a football accident was deemed inoperable elsewhere. Dr. Sonmezgoz pioneered a minimally invasive embolization technique adapted from interventional radiology, preserving 85% of liver function. He then designed a return-to-sport protocol that had our son playing competitively again within a year.

As parents of a child with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, we struggled with the psychological impact of chronic disease. Dr. Sonmezgoz connected us with three other families across Turkey facing the same condition, creating a support network that shares treatment insights and organizes annual gatherings he always attends.

Our 9-year-old daughter's portal hypertension caused life-threatening variceal bleeding during a family trip to Tokat. Dr. Sonmezgoz performed emergency TIPS procedure in the middle of the night, a complex intervention rarely done on children her size. His calm explanation to our terrified daughter about 'fixing the tiny rivers in her liver' still comforts her.

When genetic testing revealed our newborn had citrullinemia type II, we were overwhelmed. Dr. Sonmezgoz created a color-coded system for medications, feedings, and symptoms that even our elderly parents could follow. He also arranged for a Japanese specialist to consult remotely, as this condition is more common in East Asia.

Our 13-year-old son's liver tumors turned out to be multifocal hemangiomas mimicking malignancy. Instead of aggressive treatment, Dr. Sonmezgoz prescribed propranolol, a blood pressure medication, which caused the tumors to regress over 18 months. He called it 'starving the unwanted guests without harming the host.'

After our 7-year-old's liver abscess didn't respond to antibiotics, Dr. Sonmezgoz used ultrasound-guided drainage with a catheter he personally modified for pediatric anatomy. During recovery, he noticed her interest in the ultrasound screen and now lets her 'help' during follow-ups by holding the gel bottle, making medical visits something she looks forward to.