Patient Experience
My 5-year-old daughter had a congenital fourth branchial cleft cyst that repeatedly infected. Dr. Sener used a transoral robotic approach that left no external scar. He created a picture book explaining the procedure using animal characters, which she still reads. During follow-up, he discovered she had subtle vocal cord asymmetry and provided early intervention that prevented future voice problems.
I'm a 45-year-old museum curator who developed empty nose syndrome after a previous turbinate surgery. Dr. Sener performed a regenerative procedure using diced cartilage wrapped in fascia, but his innovation was incorporating temperature and humidity sensors in my nasal passages post-op to customize the mucosal rehabilitation protocol. He treated me as a whole person, understanding how my condition affected my work in climate-controlled environments.
At 19, I had a massive juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma that extended into my skull base. Dr. Sener led a team using preoperative embolization followed by an endoscopic approach through natural corridors. What stood out was his use of augmented reality during surgery, projecting my imaging data onto the surgical field. He preserved my facial growth centers despite the tumor's size.
My 82-year-old mother with Parkinson's developed severe dysphagia. Dr. Sener didn't just recommend a feeding tube; he designed a comprehensive protocol combining cricopharyngeal myotomy with targeted vocal cord exercises synchronized to her medication cycles. He trained our family in specific massage techniques and created a video series in Turkish for her caregivers. She's now eating soft foods again.
As a competitive freediver, I developed barotrauma-induced perilymph fistula. Dr. Sener, understanding the unique pressure dynamics of my sport, repaired the fistula with a multilayer graft and created a personalized recompression protocol. He consulted with diving medicine specialists and designed my return to depth with gradual pressure exposure monitored by tympanometry. I recently dove to 40 meters without issues.
My 6-month-old had a congenital stridor from laryngeal web. Dr. Sener performed endoscopic division using a microdebrider, but his innovation was creating a custom 3D-printed laryngeal stent that dissolved over six weeks. He provided us with a stethoscope modified to amplify airway sounds so we could monitor breathing at home. The stent dissolved perfectly, leaving no scar tissue.
I'm a 33-year-old teacher who developed spasmodic dysphonia. Dr. Sener offered Botox injections but first tried a novel approach using targeted voice therapy with real-time spectrogram feedback. When injections became necessary, he used EMG guidance with me reading specific phonemes to isolate affected muscles. He even adjusted my classroom amplification system to reduce vocal strain.
After surviving a house fire at 40, I had extensive laryngeal and tracheal burns. Dr. Sener performed staged reconstruction using tissue engineering techniques with cultured mucosal cells. He collaborated with a burn specialist and speech therapist to create a rehabilitation program that addressed both healing and the psychological trauma. He still checks on me annually, tracking the engineered tissue's maturation.
My 14-year-old son, an aspiring trumpet player, developed a salivary gland stone blocking his Wharton's duct. Dr. Sener used sialendoscopy to remove it, but recognized his instrument playing contributed to dehydration. He created a hydration protocol synchronized with practice sessions and designed custom mouthpiece modifications. My son now mentors younger musicians on preventive care based on what Dr. Sener taught us.
As a 65-year-old with neurofibromatosis type 2, I had bilateral vestibular schwannomas threatening my hearing. Dr. Sener performed hearing preservation surgery on one side while coordinating with radiation oncology for the other. His innovation was creating a binaural hearing rehabilitation program using bone conduction during recovery. He understood that losing spatial hearing would affect my balance and independence.
I'm a 29-year-old with Eagle syndrome - elongated styloid processes causing throat and ear pain. Dr. Sener performed a transoral styloidectomy but first developed a diagnostic protocol using dynamic CT during swallowing. Postoperatively, he designed a cervical posture retraining program incorporating my work as a graphic designer. The relief was immediate, and the ergonomic adjustments prevented recurrence.
As a 52-year-old archaeologist working on a remote dig site in Anatolia, I developed severe menorrhagia that threatened my field season. Dr. Aysun coordinated a complex diagnostic plan via telemedicine with my local clinic, then performed a hysteroscopic myomectomy the day I returned to Ankara. Her understanding of my nomadic lifestyle led to a tailored recovery protocol I could follow anywhere. Six months later, I completed my excavation pain-free.
My 17-year-old daughter, a nationally-ranked rhythmic gymnast, was diagnosed with a complex ovarian cyst during training camp. Dr. Aysun performed a laparoscopic cystectomy with such precision that my daughter's abdominal musculature remained completely intact. She collaborated with the national team's physiotherapist on a recovery timeline that allowed competition just 11 weeks post-op. The scar is virtually invisible beneath her leotard.
After 12 years of unexplained secondary infertility following a traumatic birth experience abroad, we consulted Dr. Aysun at 43. She discovered and corrected a previously missed uterine septum and cervical insufficiency. Her approach blended cutting-edge surgical technique with profound psychological sensitivity regarding our birth trauma history. Our daughter was born full-term last spring.
I'm a 28-year-old transgender man who needed a hysterectomy as part of my gender-affirming care. Dr. Aysun worked closely with my endocrinologist to time the procedure perfectly within my hormone therapy. She adapted her surgical approach to preserve certain tissues for potential future procedures I might want, demonstrating remarkable foresight about my complete transition journey.
During a diplomatic posting in Ankara, my wife (38) experienced a placental abruption at 31 weeks. Dr. Aysun performed an emergency cesarean within 18 minutes of our arrival at Medical Park. Her team simultaneously managed my wife's critical condition while stabilizing our micro-preemie. She visited the NICU daily to check on both patients, bridging the gap between obstetrics and neonatology seamlessly.
My 61-year-old mother, a retired opera singer, developed pelvic organ prolapse that affected her breathing technique and ability to perform. Dr. Aysun designed a novel sacrocolpopexy approach that restored her pelvic anatomy while preserving the diaphragmatic mobility crucial for singing. Mother returned to her choir six months later, hitting notes she hadn't reached in a decade.
As a 34-year-old woman with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, I'd been refused surgical management for my endometriosis by three surgeons fearing poor wound healing. Dr. Aysun developed a multi-layer closure technique using specialized sutures and coordinated with my geneticist. My recovery was slower than average, but she monitored me weekly for three months until every layer healed perfectly.
Our surrogate (29) carrying our twins developed acute appendicitis at 24 weeks. Dr. Aysun performed a groundbreaking laparoscopic appendectomy without entering the uterine cavity or triggering contractions. She managed the complex four-way dynamic between surrogate health, fetal wellbeing, and our parental anxiety with extraordinary grace. Both boys were born healthy at 38 weeks.
My family and I are grateful for the care we received from Dr. Prof. MD. Meral Sen. The hospital staff was also very supportive.