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The Whole Package
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The Whole Package
n4tmorgNovember 7, 2025
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After being recommended to Dr Ali by a friend, I chose his team for my treatment in Turkey. This was a big decison after I promised myself I would NEVER return to Turkey for a treatment again. 5 years ago I had an experience with a different surgeon and my results left a lot to be desired. This trip was partially to correct the mess left by the other Turkish surgeon. We have to be so careful when selecting surgeons in Turkey. Being swayed by price alone and not doing proper research is a foolish mistake. There is so much misinformation out there and way too many reps lurking around support groups.
From my first contact, Ecem was professional, friendly, and attentive. Working quickly and efficiently. I was given a wonderful wats ap group to join that was full of other patients using the Dr. It was so supportive and fun. It is a private group consisting only of patients. I still use the group now because it is just lovely and full of the most incredibly funny, amazing, supportive people. From the moment I arrived in Istanbul I felt truly cared for and listened to, which eased my anxiety about such a big decision. Dr Ali has an incredible bedside manner. It is rare to find such a talented surgeon who also has exceptional soft skills and ability to make you feel comfortable. I even had the opportunity to spend some extra one on one time with Dr Ali because he used his own travel services from the airport. He was perfectly happy to travel with a total stranger patient (I wouldn't be... I would travel alone if I were him.. general public can be a weird bunch ;0 ) He was approachable, down to earth, kind, intelligent and clearly incredibly passionate about his work, team dynamics and patient care.
I was also fortunate to be able to compare my journey with one of my best friends who travelled out at the same time as me. She used a different surgeon and was put in a different hotel. I was shocked at how different our experiences were. She actually left their hotel in the end and paid extra to stay with me in the Antwell Suites for her recovery. Her journey was much more stressful than mine. Dr Ali’s care, comfort, and waiting times were unmatched. The overall care package is important, not just the surgical results. My friend has also had excellent results but her overall experience left alot to be desired in regard to stress, anxiety, comfort and care. I almost enjoyed my experience, which is a bizarre thing to say about going for a surgery. It made me very glad I had chosen Dr Ali.
I had some specific concerns about anaesthesia and how I react to it. They were addressed directly by the anaesthetist, who I actually got to meet and speak with. He ensured my recovery was smooth and comfortable. Nurse Ali was very supportive, steadfast and consistent. Ensuring eveything went seamlessly and in good time through the hopspital. Translating for me and generally being a great support.
The nurses in the hospital were kind and accommodating, even offering meal options to suit my preferences. Those who didnt speak English were sweet and willing to engage with a translator on my phone. Even the cleaner stayed for a google translate chat with me. I can't understand people complaining about nrses not speaking English. If you go to Turkey not every nurse will speak English. Staying at The Antwell Suites made recovery easy, with prompt support whenever needed. Most people staying there are in recovery which makes it a fun and supportive environment to be in. The facilities and food were very good. Transport and hotel services were excellent.
My healing was as fast and comfortable as can reasonably be expected. My results are fantastic and my incisions are neat. I wish I had gone a little lower with my scar by Dr Ali went through all my options with me, made the pros and cons of scar placement and I made my own decisions on placement, so that is on me. The only improvement I could suggest is to give a little more time and room when patients are looking at paperwork. That is the only thing I can think of and that is scraping the bottom of the pettiness barrel. I highly recommend Dr Ali and his team to anyone considering treatment in Turkey—they exceeded all my expectations. I will certainly return to to him in the future....in fact I am l am already looking at my next procedure. Be carefull he is addictive ! Going with his team was more like a fun break from work and well needed change of scenery, hanging out with fun, like minded people, rather than a scary surgery. I dont make light of surgery, it is a big decsion and it can be scary. Recovery can be a grind, which is exactly why you need good support services and comfortable surroundings. Finding a clinically gifted surgeon is step one, the other details also need consideration. Dr Ali and his team are the whole package.
From my first contact, Ecem was professional, friendly, and attentive. Working quickly and efficiently. I was given a wonderful wats ap group to join that was full of other patients using the Dr. It was so supportive and fun. It is a private group consisting only of patients. I still use the group now because it is just lovely and full of the most incredibly funny, amazing, supportive people. From the moment I arrived in Istanbul I felt truly cared for and listened to, which eased my anxiety about such a big decision. Dr Ali has an incredible bedside manner. It is rare to find such a talented surgeon who also has exceptional soft skills and ability to make you feel comfortable. I even had the opportunity to spend some extra one on one time with Dr Ali because he used his own travel services from the airport. He was perfectly happy to travel with a total stranger patient (I wouldn't be... I would travel alone if I were him.. general public can be a weird bunch ;0 ) He was approachable, down to earth, kind, intelligent and clearly incredibly passionate about his work, team dynamics and patient care.
I was also fortunate to be able to compare my journey with one of my best friends who travelled out at the same time as me. She used a different surgeon and was put in a different hotel. I was shocked at how different our experiences were. She actually left their hotel in the end and paid extra to stay with me in the Antwell Suites for her recovery. Her journey was much more stressful than mine. Dr Ali’s care, comfort, and waiting times were unmatched. The overall care package is important, not just the surgical results. My friend has also had excellent results but her overall experience left alot to be desired in regard to stress, anxiety, comfort and care. I almost enjoyed my experience, which is a bizarre thing to say about going for a surgery. It made me very glad I had chosen Dr Ali.
I had some specific concerns about anaesthesia and how I react to it. They were addressed directly by the anaesthetist, who I actually got to meet and speak with. He ensured my recovery was smooth and comfortable. Nurse Ali was very supportive, steadfast and consistent. Ensuring eveything went seamlessly and in good time through the hopspital. Translating for me and generally being a great support.
The nurses in the hospital were kind and accommodating, even offering meal options to suit my preferences. Those who didnt speak English were sweet and willing to engage with a translator on my phone. Even the cleaner stayed for a google translate chat with me. I can't understand people complaining about nrses not speaking English. If you go to Turkey not every nurse will speak English. Staying at The Antwell Suites made recovery easy, with prompt support whenever needed. Most people staying there are in recovery which makes it a fun and supportive environment to be in. The facilities and food were very good. Transport and hotel services were excellent.
My healing was as fast and comfortable as can reasonably be expected. My results are fantastic and my incisions are neat. I wish I had gone a little lower with my scar by Dr Ali went through all my options with me, made the pros and cons of scar placement and I made my own decisions on placement, so that is on me. The only improvement I could suggest is to give a little more time and room when patients are looking at paperwork. That is the only thing I can think of and that is scraping the bottom of the pettiness barrel. I highly recommend Dr Ali and his team to anyone considering treatment in Turkey—they exceeded all my expectations. I will certainly return to to him in the future....in fact I am l am already looking at my next procedure. Be carefull he is addictive ! Going with his team was more like a fun break from work and well needed change of scenery, hanging out with fun, like minded people, rather than a scary surgery. I dont make light of surgery, it is a big decsion and it can be scary. Recovery can be a grind, which is exactly why you need good support services and comfortable surroundings. Finding a clinically gifted surgeon is step one, the other details also need consideration. Dr Ali and his team are the whole package.
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