22 Best Urethroscopic lithotripsy Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Cenk Acar is a urological surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 500 surgeries for urological cancers. He was the first doctor in Turkey to apply bipolar prostate enucleation. Dr. Acar completed a fellowship in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at The Netherlands Cancer Institute.

• Performed over 250 HOLEP procedures for benign prostate enlargement.
• Expert in intraoperative fluorescence imaging for robotic urological surgeries.
• Specializes in sentinel lymph node dissections for prostate cancer treatment.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Abdulmuttalip Simsek is a urological surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and reconstructive surgery for complex urological conditions. Dr. Simsek holds the rank of Professor and completed reconstructive urology training in the UK. He treats a wide range of cancers including kidney, prostate, and bladder malignancies.

• Performs HoLEP for benign prostatic hyperplasia and penile prosthesis surgery.
• Expert in reconstructive procedures such as urethroplasty and hypospadias surgery.
• Treats sexual health conditions, including erectile dysfunction and Peyronie's disease.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility known for oncology and robotic surgery excellence.

Dr Bugra Cetin is a board-certified urological surgeon and Molecular Medicine PhD who specialises in minimally invasive endourologic stone treatments.

• Performs flexible ureteroscopy and urethroscopic lithotripsy using advanced endoscopic techniques
• Focuses on minimally invasive surgeries to promote faster recovery and reduced patient discomfort
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the International Society for Sexual Medicine
• PhD in Molecular Medicine from Health Science University, focusing on innovative cellular urology treatments

Associate Professor Basri Cakiroglu is a specialist urologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a high-volume practice of 1,100 successful treatments.

• Specialises in endourology using minimally invasive techniques for kidney stones and bladder conditions
• Highly experienced in treating both adult and paediatric urology cases
• Holds an Associate Professor rank and publishes research on uro-oncology methods
• Completed specialist residency at Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital

Dr. Hasan Cem is a Professor of Urology at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in pediatric urology, male infertility, and laparoscopic surgery. The doctor completed his medical training and PhD at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He gained international experience at Duke University Hospital in the USA.

• Authored over 40 international and 15 national peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Recipient of 9 academic and scientific awards in the urology field.
• Treats complex conditions including men’s sexual health and urinary system stones.
• Works at Lokman Hekim, a JCI-accredited center serving 10,000+ patients annually.

Professor Bora Uslu performs urethroscopic lithotripsy within the high-volume transplant department at Istinye University Liv Hospital. He treats complex renal blockages and hereditary kidney conditions.

• Performs pyeloplasty to clear ureter blockages and urethroscopic lithotripsy for stone disorders
• Works in a specialist unit that has completed over 5,000 kidney transplants
• Expert in renal replacement therapies including both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
• Published research on kidney disease protocols in several international medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association

Associate Professor Ozkan Onuk is a leading urological surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler, specialising in minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for complex stone disease.

• Published research on advanced nephrolithotomy techniques for improved patient recovery
• Recognised as an Associate Professor for his academic contributions to urologic surgery
• Expert in endoscopic management of ureteral polyps and urinary tract obstructions
• Highly experienced in performing bipolar transurethral procedures and laser applications

Prof. Dr. Kadir Önem is a Professor of Urology at Medical Park Hospital in Samsun. He earned his MD and completed his urology residency at Istanbul University. He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in neuro-urology, reconstructive urology, and urologic oncology. He treats complex neuro-urological and reconstructive cases in adults and children. He has developed surgical techniques.

He is a principal investigator in several international Phase III–IV trials on neurogenic bladder and bladder cancer. He has more than 70 publications and book chapters. He serves as a reviewer for multiple journals.

Leadership and affiliations: President, Turkish Urological Association – Western Black Sea Branch (2025). ISCoS Prevention Committee (2025). EAU Neurourology Group (2023–2025). ICS Neurourology Committee (2023–2025). INUS Board (2023). Awards: TUA (2016, 2017, 2020, 2022) and ICS (2020).

Dr. Hasan Anıl Atalay is a urologist focused on uro‑oncology, reconstructive urology, and stone disease. He has expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. He trained at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and Istanbul Training & Research Hospital. He completed advanced training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2010–2011) and World Laparoscopy Hospital (2019–2020).

He has authored more than 30 peer‑reviewed papers (2016–2021). Topics include CT texture to predict ESWL outcomes, VI‑RADS in bladder cancer, renal function after partial nephrectomy, PCNL fluoroscopy and stone metrics, sexual dysfunction, urosepsis biomarkers, and 3D models for PCNL and patient education. He is a member of the European Urology Association, the Turkish Urology Association, and the Urological Surgery Association.

Associate Professor Cevper Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology who specialises in minimally invasive stone treatments at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Recognised for clinical research by the National Urology Congress
• Certified in advanced robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques
• Active member of the Turkish Endourology Society and the European Association of Urology
• Author of over 130 scientific publications on endourology and urological oncology
• Completed specialized surgical training at the University of Michigan in the USA

Professor Ramazan Gökhan Atis is an executive board member of the Endourology Society and a leading expert in minimally invasive stone removal. He has spent years refining advanced endoscopic techniques to treat complex urinary stones.

• Trained in laparoscopy and robotic urology at Heidelberg University in Germany
• Served on the European Association of Urology Young Academic Urologists working group
• Specialises in endourology and paediatric urological procedures
• Appointed Professor of Urology at Istanbul Medeniyet University

Professor Baris Nuhoglu is a leading urology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with over thirty years of clinical expertise. He focuses on laser and endoscopic solutions for urinary tract stones.

• Holds a professorship at Biruni University – one of Turkey's specialised medical research institutions
• Active member of the American Urological Association
• Fellow of the European Association of Urology contributing to international surgical standards
• Member of the Turkish Urology Association and North Marmara urological groups
• Former senior consultant at major teaching hospitals in Istanbul and Ankara

Professor Fatih Kurtuluş is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology who specialises in endourology and laser surgical techniques. He leads complex urological stone and tumour treatments at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul.

• Recognised for high-impact research in the Journal of Endourology
• Trained in advanced endourology and uro-oncology at Heidelberg University, Germany
• Performs percutaneous nephrolithotomy and laser procedures for complex stone cases
• Member of the international Endourological Society and the European Association of Urology
• Awarded for surgical excellence at major urology congresses in Stockholm and Orlando

Dr. Oguzhan Parlakkilic is a urological surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in andrology, endourology, and urooncology, focusing on surgical treatments for prostate, kidney, and bladder conditions. Dr. Parlakkilic performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgery.

• Practices at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.
• Treats male fertility and vascular issues using microsurgical intervention for varicocele.
• Performs high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) for non-invasive prostate treatment.
• Performs surgery for urinary incontinence, including artificial sphincter implantation.

Dr. Bora Ozveren is a urologist at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital in Istanbul. He performs robotic surgeries for prostate and kidney conditions using the da Vinci system. He manages oncology and reconstructive urology, including bladder reconstruction and kidney-sparing procedures.

• Performs robotic-assisted prostatectomies and nephrectomies for cancer treatment.
• Treats conditions such as Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and urolithiasis.
• Performs surgical corrections including pyeloplasty and urethroplasty.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international standards for surgical safety.

Dr. Orhan Koca is a urological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and kidney cysts. Dr. Koca performs robotic prostatectomies using the da Vinci system to preserve healthy tissue and shorten recovery time. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
• Conducts microsurgical interventions for varicocele and artificial sphincter implantation.
• Treats urolithiasis and Peyronie’s disease using surgical correction.
• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and robotic nephrectomy.

Dr. Mehmet Oner Sanli is a urological surgeon and andrologist at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in oncological urology and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Sanli performs surgeries using the Da Vinci robotic system, including robotic prostatectomy and nephrectomy for kidney and prostate cancer.

• Performs robotic-assisted surgeries including prostatic adenomectomy and nephrectomy.
• Treats male reproductive health issues like varicocele using microsurgical techniques.
• Uses Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) for urinary issues.
• Corrects penile curvature and performs complex urethroplasty for Peyronie's disease.

Professor Alaattin Yildiz completed prestigious clinical fellowships at Harvard Medical School and Vanderbilt University. He manages complex blockages at Biruni University Hospital using precise ureteric interventions.

• Twice awarded First Prize in Oral Presentation by the Turkish Society of Nephrology
• Fellow of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN)
• Trained at Massachusetts General Hospital in clinical nephrology and transplantation
• Specialises in autoimmune nephropathies and diabetic kidney disease
• Member of the Istanbul University faculty – one of Turkey's oldest medical schools

Dr Banu Erkalma is a nephrology specialist at Biruni University Hospital who focuses on internal renal health and stone management. She uses laser technology to break down stones while protecting long-term kidney function.

• Member of the European Renal Association–European Dialysis and Transplant Association
• Specialises in managing systemic diseases like diabetes and hypertension that affect renal health
• Performs pyeloplasty to clear complex blockages where the kidney joins the ureter
• Subspecialised in nephrology at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Transplantation Immunology and Genetics Association

Professor Ihsan Karaman is a highly distinguished urologist who served as the Rector of Istanbul Medeniyet University and holds a subspecialty title in paediatric urology.

• Specialises in managing complex kidney stone disease and urolithiasis cases
• Highly cited researcher with over 300 academic papers on urological surgery
• Co-founder of the Turkish Society for Paediatric Urology
• Expertise in laser-based and minimally invasive urological procedures
• Member of the Scientific Programme Council for the Société Internationale d'Urologie