I’ve used Clinichub three times. My first two experiences were excellent—the team was supportive, and I was very happy with my results with Dr. Emrah.
This most recent experience, however, was extremely distressing and left a lasting negative impact on me.
I was matched with Dr. Yusuf Orhan Ucal. My virtual consultation with him was positive, but in person his demeanor was completely different. I felt that he was condescending and dismissive, especially after I had already shared that I was feeling nervous going into surgery.
During the in-person consultation for my lip lift, he initially told me he would not perform the procedure because my philtrum was not long. Shortly after, he suggested removing 4–5 mm, despite me clearly stating multiple times that I only wanted a very conservative 2–3 mm. He then told me he would decide during surgery whether to remove 3 or 4 mm. This directly conflicted with my stated boundaries and made me feel like I did not have control over what was about to happen to my face.
I left that consultation feeling unheard, uneasy, and genuinely scared.
During the procedure, I experienced pain from the local anesthesia and parts of the surgery itself. I began crying, which led to him responding with frustration, saying “I’m not forcing you to do it,” while I was already on the operating table. When I tried to communicate that I could feel pain, I was told that it “doesn’t hurt” and that he “wasn’t working on that area”. I felt incredibly dismissed and unable to advocate for myself in that moment.
Although additional anesthesia was eventually given, the overall experience made me feel powerless, unsupported, and deeply uncomfortable throughout the procedure.
After returning to my hotel, I cried for hours. The experience was overwhelming and, honestly, felt a bit traumatizing due to the lack of empathy and communication during such a vulnerable situation.
I am not commenting on the final results, as it is still early and they may turn out well. However, surgical outcome does not excuse the experience itself. Patient care, communication, and feeling safe are just as important—especially during a procedure like this.
Because of this experience, I no longer feel comfortable returning, despite having had positive experiences with Clinichub in the past.
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