Best Urethroscopic Lithotripsy Doctors in Turkey for Australians

The doctor graduated from the School of Medicine at 19 Mayıs University in 1994 and completed a residency at Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital in 2002. The doctor has contributed to numerous international and local journals, showcasing expertise in the fields of endourology, pediatric urology, urooncology, andrology, and infertility. The doctor has worked at various health centers and hospitals, including the T.R. Ministry of Health Samsun Ayvacik Health Center, Samsun Carsamba Health Center, Taksim Training and Research Hospital, and Giresun Şebinkarahisar State Hospital.

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 Mehmet Sarier is a senior urology specialist who leads the surgical team at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Holds the rank of Associate Professor – a title awarded for clinical and academic excellence
• Serves as a faculty member at Istinye University School of Medicine
• Specialises in endourology for the treatment of urinary tract stones
• Previously taught urology at Altinbas University School of Medicine
• Expert in minimally invasive urological procedures

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 is a skilled endourology specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, focusing on advanced stone surgery and endoscopic procedures.

• Specialises in all endourological surgeries for kidney and bladder stones
• Performs minimally invasive stone removal using urethroscopic lithotripsy techniques
• Experienced in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at major Turkish training hospitals
• Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital in urological surgery
• Provides HoLEP surgery for complex prostate and urinary issues

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

Education and Specialization

• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – English Medical Education
• Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine – Internal Medicine – Residency
• Akdeniz University Hospital – Nephrology – Subspecialty Training
• San Bortolo Hospital, Vicenza, Italy – Critical Care Nephrology and Transplantation – Fellowship
• Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine – Associate Professorship

Professional Memberships

1. Turkish Society of Nephrology (TND)
2. European Society of Nephrology (ERA-EDTA)
3. Middle East Society of Organ Transplantation (MESOT)
4. International Society of Nephrology (ISN)

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

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

The doctor is a renowned Nephrologist with over 20 years of experience. Specializing in Kidney transplant, Kidney diseases, Hemodialysis, and Peritoneal dialysis, the doctor also focuses on Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, Hematuria, Proteinuria, Nephritic Syndrome, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Hereditary Kidney Diseases.

The doctor has contributed to various publications in both international and national journals, highlighting extensive expertise and commitment to advancing the field of nephrology.

Dr. Özcan Uzun is a nephrology specialist. He earned his medical degree from Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine (2005-2011). He completed his internal medicine and nephrology training at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine (2012-2016, 2018-2022).

Dr. Uzun treats acute and chronic kidney failure, diabetic kidney disease, Fabry disease, glomerulonephritis, hyponatremia, kidney disease related to heart failure, and vasculitis. He is skilled in managing diabetic kidney disease, treating glomerulonephritis, providing hemodialysis, and controlling hypertension.

He has worked as an internal medicine specialist at Batman Training and Research Hospital. He also served as a nephrology specialist at Yalova State Hospital. Dr. Uzun is a member of the Turkish Nephrology Association and the Izmir Medical Chamber.

Professor Mehmet Fatih Akbulut is a leading urological surgeon who has pioneered research into making lithotripsy procedures safer and more effective under different types of anaesthesia.

• Specialised in lithotripsy for anomalous kidneys and complex renal stone cases
• Performed extensive research into flexible ureterorenoscopy and laser lithotripsy outcomes
• Studied at the University of Michigan Medical School – a world-renowned US institution
• Associate Professor and former Chief Resident at Haseki Training and Research Hospital

Education

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, Urology Residency, 1992-1997, Ankara/Turkey

Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine Education, 1982-1988, Bursa/Turkey

Experience

Taksim Training and Research Hospital, 2009-2016, Istanbul/Turkey

Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, 2007-2009, Istanbul/Turkey

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2000-2007, Ankara/Turkey

Bergama State Hospital, 1997-2000, Izmir/Turkey

Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 1992-1997, Ankara/Turkey

Scientific Memberships

• Turkish Urology Association
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• European Association of Urology
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• Turkish Urological Association North Marmara
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• American Urological Association

Areas of Interests

• Chronic kidney disease.
• Cystic Kidney Diseases
• Hypertension
• Fluid-electrolyte and acid-base disorders

Education

• Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1981-1987)
• English High School, Istanbul (1973-1981)
• Arnavutköy Primary School, Istanbul (1968-1973)

Experience

• Medical Residency Student at Department of Internal Medicine, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1987-1992)
• Medical Residency Student at Department of Internal Medicine, Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1992-1995)
• Visiting scholar (international scholar) at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the USA (March-June 1995)
• Associate Professorship of Internal Medicine (October 2, 1996)
• Scientific research fellow (1998-2000) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in the USA (with a fellowship from the International Society of Nephrology)
• Professoriate of Internal Medicine (May 2002)
• Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology (June 2014-December 2021)

Professor Akay is a senior urologist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital who completed specialised international training in endourology and laparoscopic surgery at the University of Rochester in the USA.

• Specialises in endourology and minimally invasive stone surgeries
• Serves as a Professor of Urology at Başkent University – a major Turkish academic institution
• Authored over 100 scientific publications and textbook chapters on urological care
• Active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU)
• Expert in managing complex uro-oncology and stone disease cases

The doctor graduated from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1986 and completed a urology specialization in 1991. He served as the Chief of Urology Clinic at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital from 2001 to 2013 and became a Professor of Urology in 2008. His medical interests include prostate cancer, urinary incontinence, and pediatric urology. He has authored over 300 academic papers with more than 1000 citations. He has edited books on prostate cancer and pediatric urology, and participated in numerous scientific committees. He was Congress President of the 9th Eurasian Urooncology Congress in 2019.

Prof. Dr. Fatih Kurtuluş is a leading urologist and a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He earned his medical degree from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine in 1997. He specializes in endourology and urooncology. He received advanced training at IRCAD Strasbourg and gained international experience at Heidelberg University and Milan San Raffaele IRCCS Hospital.

He became a professor in 2018. He has received several awards, including the 2015 Urooncology Research Award. He also won best oral presentation at the AUA Congress in 2008 and the EAU Congress in 2009. Dr. Kurtuluş has published widely in international journals. He is an active member of the EAU, Endourological Society, Turkish Association of Urology, and Urooncology Association.

Education

Professor Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nephrology 2003-

Associate Professor: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nephrology 1996-2003

Nephrology Specialist: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nephrology 1992-1996

Internal Medicine Specialist: Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine 1987-1992

Doctor of Medicine Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 1987-1992

Experience

October 1995 - February 1996:
I worked in clinical nephrology and transplantation at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
December 2001 - May 2004:
I worked as an ISN fellow in diabetic nephropathy and podocyte biology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA.

Medical Interests

• Kidney Transplant
• Haemodialysis
• Diabetic Kidney Disease
• Clinical Nephrology
• Glomerular Diseases