Robotic da Vinci prostatectomy Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Cem Basatac is a urology specialist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with a focused clinical interest in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

• Holds the academic rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques for treating urological cancers
• Completed residency training at the Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Practises at the JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital group
• Focuses on minimally invasive urology for reduced patient recovery times

Dr Sakir Aydogan leads the urology department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, where he focuses on advanced surgical intervention for urological cancers.

• Specialises in both open and closed prostate surgery techniques
• Uses laser technology for complex kidney and urinary tract issues
• Provides focused care for urological oncology and cancer reconstructions
• Manages male infertility and urinary incontinence treatments

Associate Professor Murat Zor specializes in robotic urology and laser prostate surgeries at Liv Hospital Ulus. He focuses on precise uro-oncology treatments using the da Vinci robotic system for cancer cases.

• Performs MRI transrectal and transperineal prostate fusion biopsies
• Uses HoLEP and ThuFLEP laser technologies for prostate conditions
• Maintains active membership in the American Urological Association
• Registered with the European Society of Urology
• Trained at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy

Professor Engin Kaya is a robotic surgery specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with high-level expertise in uro-oncology and the da Vinci system.

• Specialises in robotic MR and ultrasound prostate fusion biopsy for precise tumour mapping
• Performs minimally invasive robotic-assisted prostatectomy to support faster recovery
• Member of the American Urological Association and the European Society of Urology
• Provides focal treatments including HIFU and Nano Knife for targeted cancer care
• Expert in Laser Prostate Surgery and benign prostatic hyperplasia management

Dr. Tuncay Tas is a urological surgeon at Safe Urology Clinic in Istanbul. He is one of the first five doctors globally to publish results on P-Shot applications. Dr. Tas specializes in urological oncology and male sexual health. He completed his fellowship at Heidelberg University in Germany. His practice focuses on regenerative medicine and robotic surgery for cancer.

• Developed a surgical technique for penile enhancement with a UK-based certification.
• Introduced combined PRP and stem cell penile injections to Turkey.
• Performs robotic prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgeries.
• Member of the International Society for Stem Cells Applications.

Dr Sercan Yilmaz specialises in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus – a leading centre for minimally invasive urology.

• Performs robotic-assisted prostatectomy and MRI fusion biopsy for high precision
• Focuses on urological oncology and advanced laser prostate techniques
• Member of the American Urological Association and European Society of Urology
• Trained at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy in Istanbul
• Published research on bladder tissue pathology with the Turkish Science Council

Professor Nuhoglu is a leading urologist at Biruni University Hospital who maintains high-level memberships in both European and American urological associations.

• Specialises in uro-oncology with a focus on robotic-assisted techniques
• Maintains international standards through the European Association of Urology
• Member of the American Urological Association for global clinical best practice
• Former senior specialist at Taksim Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul
• Expertise includes nerve-sparing approaches to protect patient quality of life

Professor Hasan Biri serves as the founding president of Koru Healthcare Group and leads the robotic surgery programme at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Completed an intensive fellowship at the University of Southern California Norris Uro-oncology Centre
• Specialises in radical prostatectomy and cystectomy using the da Vinci robotic system
• Published over 80 national and international research papers on uro-oncology
• Former Head of Urology and Chief Physician at Gazi Ankara Hospital
• Recognised expert in nerve-sparing techniques for bladder and kidney cancers

Dr Tansu Turgut is a senior urology specialist at Ekol International Hospitals, having trained at Turkey's highly regarded Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in laparoscopic prostate cancer surgery using minimally invasive entry points
• Performs diverse endoscopic prostate treatments including HoLEP and plasma kinetic technology
• Holds membership with the European Association of Urology and the Turkish Urology Association
• Completed specialised training in endourology and advanced laser stone surgery
• Handled senior urology roles across multiple state hospitals before joining private practice

Professor Fatih Kurtuluş is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology with advanced oncological training from prestigious centres in Strasbourg and Milan.

• Awarded for research into predicting surgical margin positivity in radical prostatectomy cases
• Completed specialised uro-oncology training at Hacettepe University to manage complex tumours
• Recognised with the Best Oral Presentation award at the American Urological Association Congress
• Specialises in advanced laparoscopy and endourology for minimally invasive prostate surgery
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Endourological Society

Professor Ihsan Karaman is a high-level uro-oncologist who previously served as the Rector of Istanbul Medeniyet University. He specialises in robotic-assisted prostatectomy and complex cancer care at Medistate Hospital Istanbul.

• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy for precise tumour removal
• Authored over 300 academic papers with 1,000 international citations
• Former Chief of Urology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Co-founder of the Euroasian Urooncological Association
• Member of the Scientific Programme Council for Société Internationale d'Urologie

Dr. Tolga Akman is a Professor of Medicine at Medicana Hospital Bahcelievler in Istanbul. He specializes in uro-oncology and surgical treatments for complex urological conditions. Dr. Akman focuses on penis prosthesis surgery and treatments for prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer. He treats both adults and children for conditions like kidney stones and hypospadias.

• Performs radical and partial nephrectomy for kidney cancer treatment.
• Specializes in laparoscopic urology and robotic-assisted surgical techniques.
• Expert in penis enlargement and surgical correction of Peyronie's disease.
• Works at Medicana Bahcelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

Professor Ahmet Cag Cal is a distinguished uro-oncology specialist who has trained at the world's most prestigious cancer institutions. He currently leads the urology department at Medicana Bursa Hospital.

• Completed clinical observations at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Conducted research at the Mayo Clinic urology department in Minnesota
• Specialised in immunology and molecular genetics at UCLA in Los Angeles
• Served as Vice Dean of the Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on precision robotic-assisted surgery for prostate cancer treatment