Best Cystitis Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr Bugra Cetin is a urological surgeon and molecular medicine specialist who uses cellular therapies to treat persistent bladder and urinary conditions.

• Performs radical cystoprostatectomy and bladder resection for complex cases at Bahcelievler Medicalpark Hospital
• Holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine, focusing on how cellular science can restore urological health
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the International Society for Sexual Medicine
• Expert in reconstructive surgery for urinary incontinence in both male and female patients
• Board Certified Urologist with specialised training in sexual therapy and treatments

Associate Professor Basri Cakiroglu leads the urology department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a prestigious JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Specialises in endourology – uses fibre-optic scopes to treat urinary issues without large incisions
• Focuses on paediatric urology for children with complex bladder and urinary tract conditions
• Expert in andrology and male fertility treatments alongside general urological care
• Published researcher in major international journals on surgical urology outcomes

Associate Professor Esra Ozbasli is a board-certified specialist who focuses on urogynecology and restoring functional pelvic health for women.

• Specialises in laser therapy and hyaluronic acid treatments for bladder-related issues
• Recognised Associate Professor who has trained other specialists in urogynecology
• Uses minimally invasive robotic surgery as a certified da Vinci console surgeon
• Offers targeted PRP therapy to help restore and repair vaginal and bladder tissues
• Completed clinical training at New York University to refine her surgical techniques

The doctor is a highly regarded urology specialist with expertise in treating kidney, prostate, and bladder cancers. Internationally certified in robotic surgery, the doctor has performed over 600 robotic urology-oncology surgeries. Scholarly contributions include over 70 articles published in international journals, cited more than 1,500 times.

Education includes a Medical Doctorate from Istanbul University and advanced training in endourology and laparoscopic-robotic surgery at institutions such as Duke University and University Hospital Leuven.

Professor Abdulmuttalip Simsek is a leading urological surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital with over 1,100 successful procedures to his name.

• Trained in reconstructive urology at Royal Hallamshire Hospital in the UK
• Specialises in incontinence surgery to restore bladder control and quality of life
• Expert in robotic and reconstructive surgery for complex urinary tract issues
• Serves as a Professor of Urology, teaching the next generation of specialists
• Handled routine and intricate cases at major Istanbul city hospitals

Associate Professor Zulfu Sertkaya is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) who specialises in managing complex urological health at his clinic.

• Earned prestigious FEBU status by passing rigorous European Association of Urology proficiency exams
• Maintains an Associate Professor rank – an academic title highlighting his expertise in the field
• Trained at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Centre, a major urological surgical hub
• Member of the European Association of Urology, following the latest international treatment guidelines

Dr Elnur Allahverdiyev is a specialist urologist and urogynecologist at Anadolu Medical Center, focusing on the management of chronic and recurrent cystitis.

• Specialises in treating resistant urinary tract infections by identifying and correcting underlying anatomical triggers
• Offers bladder Botox injections to manage overactive bladder and urge incontinence symptoms
• Expert in female pelvic floor therapies to address bladder pain and functional voiding issues
• Uses minimally invasive surgical techniques including laparoscopy and robotic-assisted repair for complex cases
• Active member of international urological societies and a certified expert in urodynamics

Dr Sokmen is a European-accredited urology specialist who treats chronic pelvic pain cases at his dedicated men's health centre.

• Trained at Turkey's only clinic with European Board of Urology (FEBU) accreditation at the time
• Focuses on chronic pelvic pain syndrome and complex urological infections
• Uses regenerative therapies to manage long-term inflammation and pain
• Fellow of the European Association of Urology and certified instructor for medical training

Professor Tunc Ozdemir is the Head of Urology at Bilim University and a recognised expert in managing inflammatory bladder conditions at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in continence care and restorative bladder health
• Trained in robotic-assisted bladder surgery as a fellow in Milan
• Award-winning researcher in pelvic floor health and surgery outcomes
• Active member of the Association of Continence and the European Association of Urology
• Investigates new cost-effective methods for bladder tape procedures to improve accessibility

Dr. Ramazan Altin is a urologist. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (English) in 2000. He completed his urology specialization there in 2005.

He advanced his expertise in uro-oncology and robotic surgery in 2013 at Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara Atatürk Training and Research Hospital. He continued this training in 2014 at the Cleveland Clinic Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute.

He has worked at Medicana Ataköy Hospital (2023–2024), İstinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital (2017–2020), and İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center (2011–2017). He also has experience in state, private, and military hospitals.

Associate Professor Mehmet Sarier leads the urology team at Medical Park Antalya Hospital with a focus on chronic bladder conditions.

• Serves as a faculty member at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine
• Published extensive research on urological infections and inflammatory bladder disorders
• Specialises in managing complex cases of recurrent and interstitial cystitis
• Recognised by the Turkish Urology Association for his academic contributions
• Previously taught urology at Altınbaş University to specialise next-generation surgeons

Professor Murat Savas is a highly qualified urology specialist at Medical Park Antalya with a prestigious fellowship from Berlin's Charité Hospital.

• Holds specialist certification in urodynamics and neuro-uropharmacology for precise bladder dysfunction assessment
• Completed advanced training in laparoscopic surgery, providing minimally invasive options for chronic bladder issues
• Former Assistant Professor and Lecturer who has trained next-generation urologists for two decades
• Active member of the European Association of Urology and the Endourological Society
• Certified in experimental animal research to stay at the forefront of urological medical advances

Professor Senol Erguney specializes in endoscopic bladder surgery and treatments for urinary tract conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals. He has held senior clinical leadership roles across major Turkish healthcare facilities.

• Performs TUR (Transurethral Resection) – a minimally invasive method for treating bladder wall issues
• Expert in female urinary incontinence – offers surgical and non-surgical bladder control solutions
• Specialises in endoscopic stone crushing – uses small cameras to remove stones without open surgery
• Published clinical research on bladder tumour treatments and prostate health

Associate Professor Selcuk Silay is a decorated paediatric urologist who received the Crystal Matula Award as European Academician of the Year.

• Specialises in managing complex urological issues in children using minimally invasive robotic surgery
• Trained at the Texas Children's Hospital in the USA for robotic-assisted paediatric procedures
• Former Head of Paediatric Urology at two major Turkish university training hospitals
• Member of the European Society for Paediatric Urology and the European Association of Urology
• Published over 80 scientific articles focusing on paediatric surgical outcomes and innovations

Education:

1997 – 2003    Hacettepe University

2004 – 2009     Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital

2016 – 2019     Afyon Kocatepe University

Experience:

2022 – Still       Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital

2019 – 2022     Private Meddem Hospital

2018 – 2019      Afyon Kocatepe University

2015 – 2018      Afyon Kocatepe University

2012 – 2015      Bozok University Faculty of Medicine

2010 – 2012     Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital

2009 – 2010      TSK Rehabilitation and Care Center Presidency

2004 – 2009     Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Bugra Bilge Keseroglu specializes in robotic and laparoscopic urology. His robotic work includes radical prostatectomy (conventional and Retzius-sparing), radical cystectomy, sacrocolpopexy, and Burch colposuspension. His laparoscopic work includes radical prostatectomy with lymph node dissection, radical cystectomy, sacrocolpopexy, and Burch colposuspension. He also performs laparoscopic nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy, pyeloplasty, all endourological surgeries (stone surgery and endoscopic procedures), HOLEP, and female incontinence surgery.

Education: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, 1990–1996. Specialization: S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 1997–2002. Experience: Yozgat State Hospital, 2002–2006 and 2012–2016; Yozgat Private Hospital, 2006–2011; S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2016–2019; Bilkent City Hospital, 2019–2024.

Associate Professor Cenk Acar is a highly surgical specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, where he has performed over 900 successful urological procedures.

• Trained in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at the Netherlands Cancer Institute
• Specialises in endourology – using small cameras and instruments for internal treatments
• Expert in minimally invasive stone removal and urinary system health
• Former chairman of the first Turkish course on fluorescence imaging in surgery
• Fellow of the Netherlands Cancer Institute-AVL hospital in urologic oncology

Dr Ugur Aferin is an expert in bladder dysfunction and urodynamics at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specialises in identifying complex bladder issues that often mimic chronic cystitis symptoms.

• Published research on urodynamic patterns to accurately predict bladder outlet obstruction
• Faculty Member at Istanbul Florence Nightingale – trains specialists in urological diagnosis
• Specialises in managing bladder tumours and invasive bladder conditions
• Focuses on functional urology to improve patient quality of life and comfort

Professor Rahim Horuz is a specialist urologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, where he focuses on treating complex urinary tract conditions.

• Brings senior academic expertise to the clinical management of persistent urinary infections
• Member of the European Association of Urology, adhering to international treatment standards
• Specialises in managing conditions involving the bladder and urinary tract
• Practises at a leading university hospital known for teaching and research in urology

Assistant Professor Oguzhan Parlak is a urology specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with over two decades of experience in complex urinary tract care.

• Trained at the Taksim Training and Research Hospital urology clinic
• Focuses on endourology – using small cameras and instruments to treat urinary issues without large incisions
• Specialises in andrology and uro-oncology for comprehensive pelvic health management
• Regularly contributes to international medical meetings on the latest urological treatments