Prof. Dr. Yavuz Arıkan - Patient Reviews

When I was diagnosed with sacral chordoma, we met Professor Arıkan on a recommendation. He is an outstanding doctor and an outstanding person. He explained the entire course of the illness, answered questions patiently and kindly, and put the patient at ease. I am grateful we found him. If you need a good orthopedic surgeon, I recommend him without hesitation.

As a physician myself, I strongly recommend him — ethical, professional, and an excellent surgeon...

A highly skilled orthopedic surgeon. My recovery after bone tumor surgery was very fast.

Our son was diagnosed with giant cell tumor. After researching our options...

I met Professor Arıkan in 2016 after a tumor diagnosis. In the hardest days of my life I felt very lucky to have him. The way he encouraged me before surgery made me feel I was in safe hands, and his warm, genuine approach to every patient means a great deal to us. He is always in my family’s prayers.

The finest doctor I have ever met. I have been his tumor-board patient for a full 10 years. He is always kind and he knows his patients. Other hospitals said I needed surgery, but he said we would wait — that it would shrink after a certain age — and he was right: after 10 years my tumor began to shrink. Thank you; greetings from the right humerus.

In January 2019 my father, Şaban Üzene, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, and Professor Arıkan operated in March. He cares for his patients wholeheartedly — we are grateful we found him. Above all he is a conscientious person. As a family we say he is “Yavuz” in every sense. He is the kind of doctor who tells a patient “I love you” as they leave. We are glad you are here.

I came in for a bone cyst. The doctor was attentive and knowledgeable, and my treatment went very well.

A specialist in orthopedic oncology. He helped us a great deal with my father’s bone tumor diagnosis and treatment.

A true specialist with 15 years of experience. He chose the right treatment for my bone health problems.

Professor Arıkan performed our son’s tumor surgery and worked a miracle for our family...

After I was diagnosed with a childhood hip deformity, others recommended a total hip replacement. I refused because I was afraid of surgery. Then I met Professor Yavuz Arıkan. He told me it was not a surgical case and not even a tumor — I was so relieved. With physiotherapy and exercise I am much better now. His communication, understanding, and patience are outstanding. Thank you.

My mother was first diagnosed with a malignant bone tumor in 1991. After treatment, osteosarcoma returned in 2013. We met Professor Arıkan that year. He performed several successful operations. He and his team took exceptional care of my mother, Ayşe Reşat, and they still do. As the hospital and Professor Arıkan say, “Aunt Ayşe” is as precious to him as she is to us, her children. We can never repay the care given over this long journey. The Reşat family wishes him continued success. Her son, Serkan

A very attentive and trustworthy doctor. I do not have a bone tumor; I am an AVN patient. He helped us. We booked an appointment and came from Adana. He told us what we needed to know. We are glad you are here.

He diagnosed my wife’s shoulder bone tumor, guided us through the entire process, and performed the surgery...

A very experienced and patient professor. I was treated for a bone condition over a long period and was very satisfied.

There cannot be a kinder person. I came from Antalya, had surgery with him, and received a cancer diagnosis...

I went to Professor Arıkan at Medical Park Florya with a bone tumor diagnosis. After the necessary tests he recommended surgery, and I was operated on 29 March 2022. I am glad I found him — his manner with patients is excellent, he takes away the fear and even makes you forget the pain. Thank you, doctor.

My son was born with a bone tumor. We were fortunate to meet Professor Yavuz Arıkan in 2017. He operated on my son and is extraordinarily attentive to his patients. Endless thanks.

In 2016 my wife was diagnosed with a chordoma. Professor Arıkan and his team performed a difficult, high-risk operation lasting nearly 12 hours. He brought my wife back to life and did everything possible to protect her quality of life. Three years later the tumor recurred elsewhere; after further evaluation she was operated on again on 1 October 2019, once more with outstanding care. He is among the very best in his field — not only at Baltalimanı, but anywhere. We thank him again and wish him continued success for his patients.