Dr. Kocak performed reconstructive surgery for me three years ago after I had a double mastectomy for breast cancer, and I can’t recommend him enough. I do have implants, but I’ve had zero problems with them, and they still look amazing 3 years later (I was not a candidate for DIEP). I’ve seen two different physicians in recent months who have both exclaimed that my reconstruction is "the most phenomenal reconstruction they’ve ever seen.” (One of them regularly sees patients who’ve had this procedure, so I know the surgical and aesthetic skill that was acknowledged by this physician was indeed genuine.)
It takes an exceptionally skilled and experienced surgeon to build something from nothing after a mastectomy, and Dr. Kocak is a perfectionist. He is also decidedly honest, kind, and compassionate, so if something won’t work, he’s upfront and will tell you. He is extremely articulate and his communication style is effortless, which I find to be a very significant and positive trait. Not all surgeons are capable of communicating so well. I find this attribute truly prevents error and confusion, due to misunderstandings that arise from a poor information exchange. Dr. Kocak is, at the appropriate times, also humorous and witty. I have a bit of a wry personality, and he had zero problem keeping up with my facetious demeanor, which really lightened the mood for me.
Dr. Kocak’s bedside manner is nothing short of extraordinary, and I felt only ease and reassurance while going through this challenging process. I occasionally saw Dr. Kocak’s partner, Dr. Tiwari, in Dr. Kocak’s absence (as reconstruction is a lengthy process with many appointments). Dr. Tiwari, too, is nothing short of sensational – both personally and professionally. Their office staff is also tremendously gracious and knowledgeable - their entire team consistently goes above and beyond to help their patients. Dr. Kocak and his team are unequivocally the BEST.