Best Polycystic Kidney Disease Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr Bugra Cetin is a board-certified urological surgeon and PhD in Molecular Medicine specialising in advanced cellular therapies and minimally invasive kidney surgery.

• Performs laparoscopic nephrectomy – removing damaged kidney tissue through small keyhole incisions for faster recovery
• Specialises in molecular medicine to apply cellular-level treatments to complex urological conditions
• Completed a PhD in Molecular Medicine at the Health Science University to bridge the gap between research and clinical care
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the International Society for Sexual Medicine

Associate Professor Basri Cakiroglu is a senior urologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a strong focus on endourology and kidney health.

• Treats complex renal cases using endourology – minimally invasive techniques using small cameras to access the urinary tract
• Specialises in managing genetic and paediatric urological conditions needing surgical intervention
• Former specialist at Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital – a major Turkish surgical centre
• Published extensive research on urological outcomes in international journals

The doctor is an Urological Oncologist specializing in Minimal Invasive Surgery, Neo-Bladder Reconstruction, and Urological Cancer at Anadolu Medical Center. With a Bachelor Degree from Istanbul University and a Residency in Urology from Marmara University, the doctor has been recognized with several awards, including the Science Encouragement Award for Residency Students in 2008 and the Young Academic Presentation Award in 2012.

The doctor is an Executive Board Member of the Association of Urooncology and Secretary of the Bladder Tumours Research Group. Additionally, the doctor is a member of the International Bladder Cancer Network, European Association of Urology, and the American College of Surgeons.

EXPERIENCE

2024 - Currently, Istanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL BAHÇELİEVLER HOSPITAL

Üroloji Specialist

2020 - 2024, Istanbul/Turkey

BAŞAKŞEHİR ÇAM VE SAKURA CITY HOSPİTAL

Attending Robotic and Reconstructive Surgeon

2016 - 2020, Istanbul/Turkey

BAKIRKÖY SADİ KONUK RESEARH AND EDUCATİON HOSPİTAL, DEPARTMENT OF UROLOGY

General Practitioner

2015 - 2016, Sheffield/Turkey

SHEFFİELD UNİVERSİTY HALLAMSHİRE HOSPİTAL DEPARTMENT OF UROLOGY

Rekonstructive Urology

2012 - 2015, Istanbul/Turkey

HASEKİ RESEARCH AND EDUCATİON HOSPİTAL, DEPARTMENT OF UROLOGY

Urology Specialist

2011 - 2012, Istanbul/Turkey

LÜTFİYE NURİ BURAT STATE HOSPİTAL

Urology Specialist

EDUCATION

2021 - Currently

PROFESSOR

2015 - 2021

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

1999 - 2005, Istanbul / Turkey

M.D Istanbul University Medical School

Medical Doctor Education



SPECIALTIES

Diseases

• Kidney Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Bladder cancer
• Testicular Cancer
• Uretral stricture
• Erectile dysfunction
• Penile prosthesis surgery
• Peyronie disease and penile curvature surgery

Treatment Methods

• Uretroplasty
• Penile enlargement surgery
• BPH-HOLEP
• Stone disease treatment and surgery
• Hypospadias surgery
• Incontinence surgery
   

Dr. Elnur Allahverdiyev is a urologist and urogynecologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He has worked there since 2021. He graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University. He completed his specialization at Marmara University.

He treats female urogynecologic conditions, prostate diseases, and andrology cases. He also performs reconstructive urology and kidney stone surgery. He is certified in urodynamics. He takes part in international societies and has scientific contributions. He works in a well-equipped clinic and offers minimally invasive urologic care.

Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.

Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."

In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

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.

Professor Ozdemir is the Head of Urology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and a former fellow of the prestigious European Institute of Oncology.

• Specialises in robot-assisted surgery to manage complex kidney and urinary tract conditions
• Trained in Munich to use HIFU, a non-invasive heat-based treatment for various tumours
• Awarded by the European Association of Urology for his research into urinary symptoms
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques which use small incisions for quicker patient recovery

Associate Professor Mehmet Sarier leads the urology and kidney transplant efforts at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He manages complex cases involving kidney health and anatomical urology.

• Serves as a faculty member at Istinye University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in urological surgery for inherited and acquired renal conditions
• Former faculty member at Altinbas University Department of Urology
• Part of a major kidney transplant team in a high-volume hospital
• Recognised as an Associate Professor for his clinical and academic expertise

Education and Specialization

• Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, 1990 /1996
• Ph.D. / Medical Specialization: Urology, Akdeniz University, 1997/2002
• Associate Professor / Professor: Urology, Harran University, 2012/ 2013
• Professor: Urology, Istanbul Gelişim University, Faculty of Health Sciences, 2019/ 2023

Professional Experience

• Research Assistant: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Antalya (1997/ 2002)
• Urology Specialist: Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Antalya (March 2002 / October 2002)
• Lecturer: Harran University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Şanlıurfa (2003/ 2006)
• Assistant Professor: Harran University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Şanlıurfa (2006 / 2010)
• Associate Professor: Harran University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology, Şanlıurfa (2012 /2013)
• Associate Professor: Ministry of Health Antalya Training and Research Hospital, Urology Clinic, Antalya (2013 /2018)
• Associate Professor: Memorial Antalya Hospital, Urology Clinic, Antalya (2018 /2019)
• Professor: Memorial Antalya Hospital, Urology Clinic, Antalya & Istanbul Gelişim University, Faculty of Health Sciences (2019/ 2023)
• Professor: Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex (2023 / Present)

International Experience

• Berlin University, Charité Hospital – Fellowship in Urology (February 1 - March 31, 2006, Berlin, Germany)
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine, Urology Clinic – Postgraduate Education in Laparoscopic Surgery by Endourology Association (May 1 - June 12, 2008, Antalya, Turkey)

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

• Turkish Urology Association
• Turkish Andrology Association
• Turkish Endourology Association
• Turkish Medical Association
• European Association of Urology
• Endourological Society
• Urological Surgery Association
• Eurasian Urooncology Association
• Turkish Pediatric Urology Association
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• TÜYK Competency Certificate
• "Recent Advances in Laparoscopic Urology" & "Urodynamics and Neuro-Uropharmacology" (October 8, 2000, Izmir)
• IRCAD Advanced Laparoscopic Urology Course Certificate (February 13-15, 2008)
• Laparoscopic Training Program Certificate (Endourology Association, 2008, Antalya)
• Experimental Animal Usage Certificate (January 26 - February 4, 2009)

Specialties

Kidney and urinary tract endoscopic stone crushing treatment

Endoscopic Prostate and Bladder Surgery (TUR Method)

Diagnosis and surgery of testicular diseases

Diagnosis and treatment of infertility in men (Varicocele surgeries)

Diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunctions

Treatment of urinary incontinence in women

Treatment of nocturnal incontinence in children

Treatment of undescended testicle in children

Circumcision

Experience

1995-1999 Bilecik State Hospital Urology Clinic

1999-2002 Kocaeli Gölcük State Hospital Urology Clinic

2002-2006 Sakarya Karasu State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician

2006-2012 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician

2012-2015 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic

2015-2018 Kocaeli Public Hospitals Secretary General

2018-2021 Kocaeli Provincial Health Director

2021-2023 Kocaeli Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic

2023- 2024 Kocaeli Gölcük Necati Çelik State Hospital Urology Clinic

2024 Private Darıca Büyük Anadolu Hospital

Education

Uludag University Faculty of Medicine (graduation) 1988

Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine (specialization) 1994

1982-1988 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine

1990 -1994 Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology (Specialization)

Scientific Publications

Acar A., Sert I. Ü., Gürbüz R., Ergüney Ş: Submucosal methotrexate applications in inoperable bladder tumors.  S.Ü.T.F. Journal. 1993; 9(1):39-41

Acar A., Sert İ.Ü., Gürbüz R., Arslan E.M., Ergüney Ş. , : Bladder wall and prostate

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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.

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

Associate Professor Selcuk Silay is a prestigious Crystal Matula Award winner, recognised as the European Academician of the Year for his work in paediatric urology.

• Specialises in robotic surgery for complex kidney conditions in children
• Performed over 100 robotic-assisted and 300 laparoscopic paediatric procedures
• Trained in paediatric robotic surgery at Texas Children's Hospital in the USA
• Former Head of Paediatric Urology at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Member of the European Society for Paediatric Urology

Professor Abdullmutalip Simsek is a reconstructive urology specialist who trained at the University of Sheffield and Hallamshire Hospital in the UK.

• Specialises in robotic and reconstructive surgery for complex kidney and urinary tract conditions
• Uses robotic-assisted techniques for kidney procedures to allow for smaller incisions and faster healing
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the American Urological Association
• Former administrative manager at Bakirkoy Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital

Assistant Professor Oguzhan Parlak is a specialist urological surgeon who trained at the prestigious Taksim Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in endourology – use of minimally invasive techniques for internal kidney and urinary tract issues
• Focuses on uro-oncology – surgical management of tumours and complex growths within the renal system
• Completed public service obligation at Sivelek State Hospital – handled diverse and high-volume clinical cases
• Member of national and international urological societies – stays current with global surgical protocols

Professor Baris Nuhoglu is the Head of Urology at Biruni University Hospital, where he leads surgical interventions for complex renal conditions.

• Holds a Professorship in urology and has published over 58 international peer-reviewed papers
• Member of the European Association of Urology, adhering to high international clinical standards
• Former Chief of the Urology Clinic at Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Specialises in endourology – using minimally invasive techniques to treat kidney issues with less downtime

Prof. Dr. Özgür Haki Yüksel - Specialist in Urology

Education and Specialization:

• Medical Degree: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (2003)
• Residency in Urology: Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital (2003-2008)
• Advanced Training: Clinical observership at the University of Michigan, Department of Urology, Ann Arbor, MI, USA under Prof. J. Stuart Wolf (2015)

Professional Experience:

• 2003-2008: Urology Residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• 2009-2010: Military Service
• 2010-2018: Urology Specialist at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
• 2018-Present: Professor and Urology Specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• 2018-Present: Faculty Member at Bahçeşehir University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology

Areas of Expertise:

• Urological Oncology
• Endourology (Laparoscopy, Robotic Surgery)
• Stone Diseases
• Urogynecology (Urinary Incontinence)
• Andrology (Infertility)

Research and Publications: Prof. Dr. Yüksel has contributed to 12 national and 34 international publications, including editorials, case reports, reviews, and original articles. He has also presented 16 international and 30 national conference papers and contributed to chapters in two national books.

Certifications and Awards:

• FEBU Board Certification, recognized across European countries for urology specialization
• Numerous certifications from national and international courses and congresses, including the European Board of Urology oral and written exams

Professional Memberships:

• Turkish Urology Association
• European Urology Association (EAU)

Assoc. Prof. Cevper Ersöz, M.D.

Urology
 

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Urological Cancers (Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery)
• Stone Diseases (PCNL, URS)
• Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (HoLEP, TuLEP, Rezum®)
• Minimally Invasive Prostate Treatments (TUR-P, Robotic)
• Kidney, Bladder, Testis Diseases
• Sexual Dysfunction & Infertility
• Urological Infections

Education and Career

• M.D. (Doctor of Medicine): Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (2006)
• Residency in Urology (Specialist Training): Bezmialem Vakıf University, Istanbul (2012)
• Associate Professorship in Urology: Bezmialem Vakıf University, Istanbul (2015)

Certificates

• Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU)
• Observership in Urologic Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA (2011)
• Advanced Training in Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery

Memberships in Scientific Organizations

• Turkish Urology Association
• Turkish Pediatric Urology Association
• Turkish Endourology Society
• European Association of Urology (EAU)
• European Society of Endourology

Publications

• Author of 130+ national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Research focus: Endourology, urologic oncology, andrology, and minimally invasive surgery.
• Contributions include book chapters and numerous conference presentations.

Awards Received

• Male Sexual Health – Alpay Kelami Award (2009): Recognized for innovative andrology research.
• 22nd National Urology Congress Recognition (2012): Acknowledged for surgical technique studies.

Professor Mumin Temel focuses on urological surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – he deals with complex kidney and urinary tract conditions.

• Specialises in urological cancer surgeries and organ-preserving techniques
• Uses laser-based treatments like RIRS for breaking down kidney stones
• Performs both open and closed urological surgeries for better recoveries
• Treats complications such as urinary incontinence and male infertility