Medical Park Ankara (Batıkent) Reviews

A 33-year-old pregnant woman (32 weeks) presented with acute respiratory failure. Dr. Sinanoglu diagnosed amniotic fluid embolism, a rare obstetric emergency. She led a rapid multidisciplinary response involving obstetrics and ICU, managing the patient with ECMO consultation while preserving the pregnancy. Both mother and baby survived, with the mother requiring only three weeks of pulmonary rehabilitation.

A 61-year-old farmer from rural Anatolia presented with chronic cough and weight loss. Previous centers suspected tuberculosis. Dr. Sinanoglu identified his exposure to moldy hay and diagnosed hypersensitivity pneumonitis. She arranged for his farm storage to be assessed by an agricultural engineer relative of a clinic staff member, implemented environmental modifications, and prescribed corticosteroid therapy with complete resolution.

A 27-year-old software developer with Marfan syndrome developed spontaneous pneumothorax while working remotely. Dr. Sinanoglu performed chemical pleurodesis as day surgery and created a 'digital monitoring plan' using a smartphone spirometer and scheduled video consultations, allowing the patient to return to work in Istanbul while continuing care in Ankara.

An 82-year-old grandmother with advanced dementia and advanced lung cancer was brought by her large, conflicted family. Dr. Sinanoglu facilitated a family conference where she explained the futility of aggressive treatment and helped them focus on palliative care goals. She arranged home oxygen and trained the family in simple symptom management, creating peace among previously disagreeing relatives.

A 50-year-old night shift nurse developed unexplained episodic hypoxia. Dr. Sinanoglu suspected hepatopulmonary syndrome and identified previously undiagnosed cirrhosis from NASH. She coordinated with hepatology for combined management, including experimental inhaled vasodilator therapy. The patient transitioned to day shifts and showed marked improvement in oxygenation.

A 14-year-old competitive pianist presented with exercise-induced bronchospasm that interfered with performances. Dr. Sinanoglu developed a unique pre-performance regimen combining specific bronchodilators with breathing exercises synchronized to musical phrases. She collaborated with the patient's music teacher to incorporate respiratory training into practice sessions, eliminating performance-related symptoms.

A 39-year-old immigrant construction worker from Turkmenistan presented with rapidly progressive respiratory failure. Dr. Sinanoglu diagnosed acute silicosis from sandblasting without protection. She filed an occupational disease report, connected the patient with legal aid for compensation, and initiated corticosteroid pulse therapy which stabilized his condition, though with permanent moderate impairment.

A 67-year-old retired librarian with severe kyphoscoliosis and obesity developed chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure. Dr. Sinanoglu initiated non-invasive ventilation but customized the approach with a specially fitted mask and gradual acclimatization protocol. She trained the patient's elderly husband in equipment management via repeated video demonstrations until he became proficient.

A 22-year-old medical student presented with sarcoidosis diagnosed incidentally on chest X-ray during a routine check. Dr. Sinanoglu involved the patient in decision-making, explaining the pros and cons of treatment versus observation. They chose active monitoring with regular follow-up, turning each appointment into a teaching session about her own disease progression and management.

Our 78-year-old father, a retired engineer, developed an incarcerated inguinal hernia that his regular physician couldn't manually reduce. We rushed him to Medical Park Ankara in panic. Prof. Dr. Irfan Serdar Arda met us in the emergency department with astonishing calmness. What struck me was how he spoke directly to my father, explaining the vascular compromise risk in technical terms my engineer father appreciated, rather than talking over him. He performed emergency surgery that same night using a tissue-preserving technique he said was gentler on elderly physiology. Post-op, he visited at 11 PM just to show us the Doppler ultrasound confirming proper blood flow to the testicle. His blend of surgical precision and respect for elderly patients' dignity was something I've never witnessed in 40 years of caring for my parents.

When our 8-day-old newborn, Ali, stopped passing stool and began vomiting green fluid, the local hospital said it was 'probably just constipation.' My wife insisted we drive to Ankara. Prof. Dr. Arda examined Ali for approximately 90 seconds before saying, 'This is not constipation. This is likely Hirschsprung's disease.' He had a portable contrast enema unit brought to the NICU bedside to confirm the transition zone. What followed was a masterclass in pediatric surgical care: instead of immediate surgery, he coordinated with neonatologists for two weeks of bowel prep and nutrition optimization. His laparoscopic pull-through procedure left three tiny incisions. During follow-up, he didn't just check the surgical site; he asked about stool consistency, diaper changes, and even showed us abdominal massage techniques. He remembers that Ali calms down when we hum a specific folk song, and now hums it during examinations.

Our 14-year-old daughter, a competitive gymnast, developed chronic abdominal pain that 7 specialists dismissed as 'stress' or 'growth pains.' Prof. Dr. Arda spent her entire 45-minute consultation drawing diagrams of the solar plexus nerve network and how it can get entrapped in adolescent athletes, something called anterior cutaneous nerve entrapment syndrome. He proposed a diagnostic nerve block injection first, which provided 8 hours of complete relief, confirming his theory. The minimally invasive neurectomy surgery was scheduled around her competition calendar. Post-op, he collaborated with a sports medicine physician on a core rehabilitation plan. At her 3-month follow-up, he didn't just ask about pain; he asked about her beam routine difficulty score. She's now pain-free and upgraded her vault. He treats adolescent athletes like collaborative partners, not just patients.

We brought our 3-year-old for what we thought was a routine umbilical hernia repair. During pre-op ultrasound, Prof. Dr. Arda noticed an atypical vessel pattern and ordered a CT angiogram, revealing an omphalocele variant with liver herniation that had been missed since birth. Instead of proceeding, he canceled surgery and assembled a multidisciplinary team including a pediatric cardiologist and geneticist. He discovered a previously undiagnosed Beckwith-Wiedemann spectrum condition. For six months, he managed conservative treatment with a custom compression garment he designed with a medical textile company. When surgery finally occurred, he used an innovative tissue expansion technique avoiding synthetic mesh. His ability to transform a 'routine' case into a comprehensive diagnostic journey probably prevented future complications we never would have known about. He sends our child birthday cards with drawings of friendly abdominal organs.

Our 87-year-old grandmother, who has dementia, developed a severe and mysterious pediatric-related rash during her stay with us. Dr. Yilmazel was the only specialist willing to see an elderly patient for what he called 'a fascinating cross-generational dermatological puzzle.' He didn't just treat the rash; he spent an hour explaining to our confused grandmother, in the gentlest terms, exactly what was happening to her skin, as if she were one of his young patients. His patience was saintly. He coordinated with her geriatrician, creating a treatment plan that considered her fragile physiology. The rash cleared in days, but more importantly, she felt seen and cared for, not just medically managed. At Medical Park Ankara, he turned what could have been a clinical nightmare into an act of profound, cross-specialty compassion.

Our 3-year-old son, Kaan, swallowed a small, rare-earth magnet from a building toy. The ER was chaotic, but the moment Dr. Umut Yilmazel entered the room, his calm was palpable. He didn't just look at the X-ray; he got down on the floor, showed Kaan a stuffed animal with a 'tummy ache,' and used it to explain the 'tiny, naughty magnet' inside him. He made the emergency feel like a game we were all solving together. His decision to avoid immediate surgery and try a specific, monitored bowel protocol was nerve-wracking, but his hourly check-ins and clear explanations kept us sane. After 36 tense hours, the magnet passed. Dr. Yilmazel didn't just perform pediatric crisis management; he managed a family's terror with unwavering expertise and a magical ability to speak 'toddler.'

This was supposed to be a simple 2-year-old well-child visit for my daughter, Leyla. Dr. Yilmazel, however, conducts what I can only describe as 'detective medicine.' While checking her ears, he noticed a barely perceptible asymmetry in her shoulder movements when she reached for a toy. He asked incredibly detailed questions about her crawling history as a baby, which I thought was odd. This 'routine' checkup turned into a deep dive, culminating in an early, mild diagnosis of a minor brachial plexus issue from birth that everyone else had missed. He outlined a non-invasive physiotherapy plan to prevent future problems. He saw the hidden story in a routine visit. At Medical Park Ankara, he doesn't just check boxes; he reads the whole book of a child's health, page by subtle page.

Our newborn, Alara, was diagnosed with a complex congenital laryngeal web requiring precise surgery. The literature was terrifying. Dr. Yilmazel's pre-op consultation was unlike any other. He drew the anatomy on a whiteboard for us, not with cold medical accuracy, but with colorful, almost cartoonish clarity, calling the web 'a little curtain that needs a careful trim so Alara's voice can sing.' He performed the microsurgery himself, and his post-op follow-up was relentless in the best way. He'd visit at odd hours just to listen to her cry, saying, 'The sound is the best data.' He was obsessed with the quality of her future voice, not just the surgical success. Today, her coos are strong and clear. He is a surgeon who operates with a technician's skill and a poet's heart for his tiny patients' potential.

I was rushed to Medical Park Ankara's ER at 3 AM with crushing chest pain. Dr. Bolayir was the on-call cardiologist, and his calm demeanor immediately lowered my panic. He didn't just look at the ECG; he listened to my whole story, the stress of my new business, the family history my previous doctor ignored. He diagnosed a rare vasospastic angina, not a standard blockage. His explanation was so clear, using simple analogies about garden hoses. The angioplasty he performed was minimally invasive. Six months later, I'm back to hiking. He remembers personal details about my kids. This isn't just treatment; it's compassionate, brilliant care.

Our 8-year-old son, Ali, kept fainting during soccer. Pediatricians said it was 'just growth spurts.' Dr. Hasan Ata Bolayir was our last hope. He spent an hour with Ali, letting him play with a model heart, turning the examination into a game. He diagnosed a congenital conduction defect that others missed. His approach with children is magical, he speaks to them, not just the parents. The catheter ablation was a success. At our follow-up, Ali presented him with a drawing of 'Dr. Bolayir's Super Heart.' The doctor framed it in his office. We trust him with our child's life, completely.

As a 78-year-old with diabetes and a previous bypass, I'm a complex case. My routine checkup with Dr. Bolayir is never routine. He doesn't just adjust medications; he analyzes everything. Last visit, he noticed a slight change in my ankle edema and ordered a specific echo, catching early right heart strain before I had any real symptoms. He coordinates with my nephrologist and endocrinologist directly. He talks to me with respect, not condescension. His knowledge is vast, but it's his proactive vigilance that amazes me. He doesn't wait for problems; he anticipates them. I feel safer under his care.