Spec. Dr. Fatih Sümer

Uzm. Dr. Fatih Sümer is an experienced physician specializing in internal medicine at A Life Healthcare Group. With extensive knowledge and experience, Dr. Sümer aims to provide comprehensive care to his patients, focusing on maintaining and improving their health.

Dr. Sümer utilizes his expertise in internal medicine to effectively diagnose and treat diseases affecting various internal organ systems.

He creates personalized treatment plans for his patients to achieve the best outcomes. This approach involves understanding each patient's individual needs and meticulously managing the treatment process. Additionally, Dr. Sümer takes a holistic approach to health issues, continuously working to improve his patients' quality of life.

As a professional and patient-centered physician, Uzm. Dr. Fatih Sümer is committed to providing safe and effective treatment processes at A Life Healthcare Group.

Dr. Fatih Sümer currently serves as an Internal Medicine Specialist at A Life Healthcare Group, Altındağ Hospital, located in Aydınlıkevler.

Internal Medicine is a broad medical field that undertakes the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of a wide range of diseases seen in adults and treatable by non-surgical methods. Physicians specialized in this field (internists) play an important role in the evaluation and management of complex health problems affecting multiple organ systems.

Endocrine System Diseases

Diabetes Mellitus: A chronic metabolic disease where blood sugar (glucose) levels remain above normal. Internal medicine specialists play a vital role in managing different types of diabetes, such as Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes, controlling blood sugar, and preventing long-term complications of diabetes.
Thyroid Diseases: The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate metabolic rate. Thyroid diseases such as goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland), hyperthyroidism (excess hormone production), and hypothyroidism (insufficient hormone production) can significantly affect body functions.
Adrenal (Suprarenal) Gland Diseases: The adrenal glands secrete hormones that control stress response, blood pressure regulation, and many other vital functions. Diseases of these glands (e.g., Cushing's syndrome, Addison's disease) can cause hormonal imbalances and various symptoms.
Pituitary Gland Diseases: Located in the brain, the pituitary gland secretes hormones that control the function of other endocrine glands and regulate fundamental processes like growth and reproduction. Pituitary adenomas (tumors in the pituitary gland) and other pituitary diseases can cause hormonal imbalances.
Metabolic Diseases: This group includes conditions like metabolic syndrome, characterized by coexisting metabolic risk factors (abdominal obesity, hypertension, high blood sugar, abnormal cholesterol levels). Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.

Digestive System Diseases

Gastritis and Ulcer: Inflammation of the stomach lining (gastritis) and sores in the stomach or duodenum (ulcers) are common gastrointestinal problems that cause symptoms like abdominal pain, indigestion, and bleeding.
Reflux: The backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus (reflux) can cause symptoms such as heartburn, sour taste, and burping.
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Chronic inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, bleeding, and weight loss.
Liver Diseases: Liver conditions such as hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), cirrhosis (liver damage), and fatty liver disease can affect many important body functions.
Pancreatic Diseases: The pancreas produces digestive enzymes and hormones that regulate blood sugar. Pancreatic diseases like pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) can cause severe abdominal pain.

Respiratory System Diseases

Pneumonia: Lung inflammation that may cause symptoms like cough, fever, and shortness of breath.
Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchi (air passages leading to the lungs), often accompanied by cough and mucus production.
Asthma: A chronic inflammatory disease characterized by narrowing of the airways.
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease): A progressive disease that obstructs airflow in the lungs, such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

Cardiovascular System Diseases

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Elevated blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease.
Heart Failure: A condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs, causing symptoms such as shortness of breath, edema, and fatigue.
Coronary Artery Disease: Narrowing of the arteries that supply the heart (coronary arteries) can increase the risk of heart attacks.
Hyperlipidemia and Other Lipid Disorders: Abnormal levels of fats (cholesterol, triglycerides) in the blood can lead to vascular blockage and heart disease.

Kidney Diseases

Acute and Chronic Renal Failure: A condition where the kidneys lose their filtering function suddenly (acute) or gradually (chronic).
Kidney Infections (Pyelonephritis): Inflammation of the kidneys can cause symptoms such as back pain, fever, and chills.

Rheumatological Diseases

Rheumatoid Arthritis: A chronic autoimmune disease characterized by joint inflammation.
Lupus (SLE): An autoimmune disease in which the body attacks its own tissues.
Behçet’s Disease: Characterized by recurrent mouth and genital ulcers, eye inflammation, and skin lesions.

Infectious Diseases

Influenza: A respiratory tract infection that causes symptoms such as fever, cough, and muscle aches.
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Infections that affect the kidneys, bladder, or urinary tract.
Hepatitis: Liver inflammation that may cause symptoms such as jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal pain.
Intestinal Infections: Digestive system problems causing diarrhea, abdominal pain, and vomiting.

Hematological Diseases

Anemia: A condition where there are not enough healthy red blood cells in the blood, causing fatigue and shortness of breath.
Bleeding and Clotting Disorders: Diseases that affect the normal process of bleeding and clotting.