Medical Park Ankara (Batıkent) Reviews

A 47-year-old long-haul truck driver with giant left atrial myxoma discovered during a routine commercial license medical. Dr. Yildirim performed urgent tumor resection via right mini-thoracotomy, then collaborated with transportation authorities to create a graduated return-to-driving protocol monitored through a mobile cardiac telemetry system installed in the patient's truck.

A 30-year-old pregnant woman (22 weeks) presented with Marfan syndrome and rapidly expanding aortic root aneurysm. Dr. Yildirim led a multidisciplinary team performing aortic root replacement with valve-sparing technique while fetal monitoring continued throughout surgery. Both mother and baby recovered well, with delivery occurring at 38 weeks via planned cesarean section.

A 65-year-old retired forestry worker with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension and right heart failure underwent pulmonary thromboendarterectomy after failed medical therapy. Dr. Yildirim utilized deep hypothermic circulatory arrest for the complex procedure, then incorporated the patient's knowledge of plant respiration into pulmonary rehabilitation metaphors.

A 52-year-old vegan nutritionist with extensive coronary artery disease refused any animal-derived grafts or medications. Dr. Yildirim performed total arterial revascularization using bilateral internal mammary and radial arteries, working with hospital nutrition to develop a wound-healing optimized plant-based diet that met the patient's ethical requirements.

A 21-year-old competitive freediver with patent foramen ovale discovered after unexplained decompression illness. Dr. Yildirim performed percutaneous closure but also collaborated with diving medicine specialists to create a personalized return-to-depth protocol, using the procedure as an opportunity to research cardiopulmonary adaptations in extreme breath-hold athletes.

A 76-year-old retired symphony conductor with severe biventricular heart failure received a temporary biventricular assist device as bridge to decision. During the 3-month support period, Dr. Yildirim noticed the patient's rhythm improved when conducting music. This observation led to incorporating prescribed music therapy into the recovery protocol, with the patient eventually recovering sufficient function to avoid transplantation.

A 44-year-old humanitarian aid worker recently returned from a conflict zone presented with constrictive pericarditis likely from untreated tuberculosis. Dr. Yildirim performed pericardiectomy but also coordinated with infectious disease specialists to manage the complex medication regimen, while helping the patient access psychological support for medical trauma experienced during fieldwork.

A 31-year-old transgender man on testosterone therapy presented with premature multivessel coronary disease. Dr. Yildirim performed off-pump coronary bypass while working with endocrinology to optimize hormone management perioperatively. He also advocated for hospital policy changes regarding gender-affirming care documentation throughout the surgical pathway.

A 17-year-old national-level competitive swimmer presented with recurrent otitis externa resistant to standard treatments. Dr. Atabey discovered a rare anatomical variant, a preauricular sinus tract extending into the external auditory canal, that was trapping pool water. She performed a meticulous endoscopic sinus tract excision, allowing the athlete to return to training in 3 weeks without recurrence, ultimately qualifying for international competition.

A 78-year-old retired history professor, an avid birdwatcher, developed sudden unilateral hearing loss after a fall in his garden. Beyond the expected trauma, Dr. Atabey identified a rare fungal ball (aspergilloma) in the mastoid cavity, likely from inhaled spores during his hobby. She performed a combined microscopic and endoscopic mastoidectomy with antifungal irrigation. His hearing partially recovered, and he adapted with a hearing aid, continuing his birdwatching with new precautions.

A 32-year-old software developer and new mother presented with debilitating vertigo and tinnitus. Standard ENT exams were normal. Dr. Atabey, noting her high-stress job and sleep deprivation, diagnosed a rare presentation of superior semicircular canal dehiscence syndrome exacerbated by pressure changes from frequent nighttime baby feeding. She coordinated with a neurologist and recommended lifestyle modifications and vestibular therapy, avoiding surgery. Symptoms improved by 80% within 4 months.

A 5-year-old child from a low-income, multi-generational household had a 2-year history of persistent nasal obstruction and snoring. Multiple clinics had diagnosed 'large adenoids.' Dr. Atabey discovered a congenital nasal glioma misdiagnosed as adenoid tissue. She performed an endoscopic resection via a collaborative approach with pediatric neurosurgery. The child's breathing normalized completely, with no recurrence at 1-year follow-up.

A 45-year-old professional opera singer presented with a sudden loss of vocal range and persistent throat pain. Multiple ENT visits had found only mild inflammation. Dr. Atabey, using high-speed videostroboscopy, identified a subtle vocal fold scar and early sulcus vocalis. She initiated a novel regimen of microdirect laryngoscopy with platelet-rich plasma injection and designed a bespoke voice therapy program with a phoniatrician. The singer regained 90% of her range after 6 months of dedicated rehabilitation.

A 60-year-old farmer presented with a slowly enlarging, painless neck mass. A biopsy at another center suggested a benign branchial cleft cyst. Dr. Atabey, suspicious of its location and texture, ordered a specialized MRI, revealing it was a rare cystic metastasis from an asymptomatic, microscopic papillary thyroid carcinoma. She performed a total thyroidectomy with neck dissection. The patient required thyroid hormone replacement but had an excellent oncologic outcome.

An 8-year-old refugee child with a complex medical history and limited Turkish language skills presented with chronic otorrhea. Through a translator and careful examination, Dr. Atabey diagnosed tuberculosis otitis media, a condition nearly eradicated in Turkey. She initiated anti-tuberculosis therapy in collaboration with infectious disease specialists, avoiding surgery. The infection resolved after 9 months of treatment, restoring the child's hearing.

A 28-year-old pregnant woman (34 weeks gestation) developed rapidly progressive facial paralysis and severe otalgia. Dr. Atabey diagnosed Ramsay Hunt syndrome (herpes zoster oticus) with a high risk of corneal damage. Balancing fetal safety and maternal urgency, she administered a tailored regimen of antivirals and corticosteroids, performed a temporary tarsorrhaphy to protect the eye, and provided meticulous pain management. Facial function showed significant recovery postpartum, and the delivery was unaffected.

A 70-year-old retired diplomat with a pacemaker presented with recurrent, life-threatening epistaxis uncontrolled by packing or cautery. Dr. Atabey identified a posterior ethmoidal artery aneurysm, a rare vascular anomaly. Given the pacemaker, embolization was risky. She successfully performed an endoscopic endonasal ligation of the artery with intraoperative Doppler guidance. The bleeding ceased permanently, with no further interventions required.

A 41-year-old chef and sommelier presented with complete anosmia following a mild COVID-19 infection 18 months prior. Standard smell training had failed. Dr. Atabey performed an endoscopic exam revealing neural scarring in the olfactory cleft. She administered a novel topical treatment of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) gel via a custom nasal applicator. After 3 months, the patient gradually began distinguishing basic tastes and smells critical to his profession, reporting a 40% subjective improvement.

A 12-year-old child with Down syndrome and severe obstructive sleep apnea was not a candidate for standard adenotonsillectomy due to complex anatomy and hypotonia. Dr. Atabey designed a staged, multi-disciplinary approach: first, a drug-induced sleep endoscopy to pinpoint the collapse sites, followed by a limited palate stiffening procedure and later a lingual tonsillectomy using coblation. Post-operative CPAP tolerance improved dramatically, and his daytime somnolence resolved.

A 50-year-old factory worker exposed to metal dust presented with a chronic, ulcerative nasal septal perforation. Previous grafts had failed. Dr. Atabey harvested a temporoparietal fascia flap and used acellular dermal matrix in a two-layer, endoscopic-assisted repair. She also collaborated with occupational medicine to mandate proper respirator use at his workplace. The perforation healed fully, and he returned to work with strict protective equipment protocols.