Urology Doctors Abroad — Page 12

Dr Won Sik Ham is a dual-qualified urologist and oncosurgeon at Severance Hospital who specialises in robotic da Vinci prostatectomy.

• Performs robotic-assisted procedures – uses computer-controlled tools for better precision and smaller incisions
• Focuses on urologic oncology – treats cancers of the prostate and kidneys
• Manages benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) – provides surgical relief for enlarged prostate conditions
• Expert in nephrectomy – performs surgeries to remove part or all of a kidney
• Treats patients at Severance Hospital – a leading institution for surgical care

Dr Ozlem Yogurtcu is a surgical specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on minimally invasive techniques for abdominal and endocrine conditions.

• Performs adrenal gland operations to treat hormonal imbalances and tumours
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery which uses small incisions for faster recovery
• Manages complex cases involving the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal systems
• Trained at the prestigous Haseki Training and Research Hospital

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an eye surgery specialist with over two decades of clinical experience in ophthalmology. He focuses on restoring and preserving vision through precise microsurgical techniques at the Ümran Medical Centre.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs phacoemulsification – a technique using ultrasound to remove cataracts
• Treats diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration to manage retinal health
• Provides surgical and medical management for glaucoma to prevent vision loss
• Uses laser techniques for refractive surgery to correct myopia and astigmatism

Dr Cevat Azeroglu is a radiology specialist at Ümran Medical Centre who focuses on diagnostic and interventional imaging for urological and oncological conditions.

• Performs interventional radiology, using imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures
• Provides ultrasound imaging for detailed abdominal and soft tissue assessments
• Uses MRI and CT scans for staging and monitoring urological cancers
• Collaborates with clinical teams to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning

Professor Koon Ho Rha is a leading urologist and oncosurgeon at Severance Hospital who specialises in robotic and laparoscopic surgery.

• Performs robotic-assisted nephrectomies – removes kidney tissue with high precision via small incisions
• Uses the da Vinci system for nerve-sparing prostatectomies to aid recovery
• Focuses on minimally invasive surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• Specialises in oncosurgery for complex urological cancer cases

Dr Kittinut Kijvikai is a leading specialist at Bumrungrad International Hospital who has pioneered robotic-assisted methods for treating prostate and bladder cancer.

• Specialises in robotic da Vinci surgery – using robotic precision for smaller incisions and faster recovery
• Expert in radical prostatectomy and nephrectomy – the surgical removal of the prostate or kidney
• Researches neoadjuvant therapy – using hormone treatment before surgery to improve long-term outcomes
• Published internationally on robotic cystectomy – a minimally invasive approach to bladder removal

Professor Dong Hyeon Lee brings a high level of academic rigour to urology at Ewha Womans University Medical Center, holding a PhD from Sungkyunkwan University.

• Treats complicated kidney stones and recurrent urological obstructions
• Recognised for deep research into the causes of stone formation
• Trained at Yonsei University College of Medicine, one of South Korea's most prestigious institutions
• Regularly publishes new findings in international medical journals
• Member of major professional urological societies

Dr Agrawal performs high-volume prostate and stone surgeries at Artemis Hospitals as part of an elite specialist urology team.

• Specialises in HoLEP and GreenLight laser therapy for enlarged prostate treatment
• Uses RIRS and PCNL laser methods to break down kidney stones without major surgery
• Performs radical surgery for kidney, bladder, and testicular cancers
• Treats paediatric urological conditions including tumours and kidney blockages
• Manages female urological issues such as bladder leakage and prolapse

Professor Suryavanshi serves as Associate Director of the Urology and Nephrology Institute at Medanta Hospital. He holds a senior leadership role at one of the region's most prominent specialised medical centres.

• Specialises in both urological and kidney-related conditions
• Leads a multidisciplinary team within a dedicated urology institute
• Focuses on surgical and medical management of complex urological needs
• Drives clinical standards at a major JCI-accredited facility

Surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgeries in urology

35 years old

• Performed over 2000 successful Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (Ho-LEP) procedures and over 1000 TURPs.
• Has experience working in the largest clinics in South Korea, Malaysia and China.
• Robotic surgery training at IRCAD in Strasbourg (France) in March 2010.
• Regularly performs laparoscopic urological surgeries: pyeloplasty, donor nephrectomy, radical nephrectomy, urethral reimplantation in the Department of Urology at the Cleveland Clinic, USA.

Dr Kumar Ramesh is a renal transplant specialist and the current President of the Madras Urological Society. He leads major urological care at Apollo Hospital Indraprastha, focusing on restorative surgeries and men's health.

• Specialises in prostatectomy and bladder resection procedures for oncology and benign conditions
• Performs renal transplants and complex surgeries for kidney and bladder health
• Treats erectile dysfunction, male sexual health issues, and hydrocele using surgical methods
• Member of the Society of Endourology, focusing on minimally invasive internal surgery
• Researches urological outcomes with several papers published in international peer-reviewed journals