Ali Han Pirim, MD

Ali Han Pirim, MD is an anesthesiologist working in the Anesthesiology & Reanimation unit at Acibadem Kent Hospital (Izmir). His clinical work centers on anesthesiology and intensive care, with particular professional interest in palliative care and advanced life support. He has more than 30 years of experience in medicine and has been part of Acıbadem Healthcare Services since 2023.

Dr. Pirim graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 1996. He then completed his specialization training at Ege University Faculty of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, finishing in 2004. His training and subsequent practice have been oriented toward the care of patients undergoing anesthesia and those who require support in an intensive care setting.

Clinical focus

As a specialist in anesthesiology and reanimation, Dr. Pirim is involved in the anesthetic management of patients and in the care of critically ill patients in the intensive care unit. Intensive care is a defined subspecialty within his practice. This area of work involves close monitoring of vital functions, the management of organ support where it is needed, and coordination with the surgical and medical teams responsible for the patient’s underlying condition. The exact approach depends on the individual patient’s clinical situation and is determined after assessment.

Dr. Pirim’s stated areas of expertise are palliative care and advanced life support. Palliative care in this context refers to the management of symptoms and the support of comfort for patients with serious illness, in coordination with the treating team and, where appropriate, the patient’s family. Advanced life support refers to the structured measures used in the setting of critical illness and life-threatening emergencies, including resuscitation and stabilization of vital functions. Both areas call for careful assessment and clear communication about what interventions are appropriate for a given patient, and decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.

How Dr. Pirim works with international patients

Dr. Pirim speaks Turkish and English, and interpreters can be arranged for patients who speak other languages. Before a visit, the Acibadem international patient team coordinates the collection of prior reports and imaging, such as MRI, CT, X-ray or ultrasound reports, laboratory and pathology results, operative notes and discharge summaries, arranges appointments and organises the hospital visit. A first consultation typically covers the patient’s history and symptoms, a review of existing imaging and previous treatments, a clinical examination and a discussion of the options that may be relevant to the patient’s situation. Video consultation is available for international patients, which can be used to review a case and discuss possible next steps before any decision about travel is made. Any recommendation regarding anesthesia, intensive care or palliative support is based on the individual assessment of the patient and the information provided in advance.