Azoospermia Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Prof. Dr. Kadir Önem is a Professor of Urology at Medical Park Hospital in Samsun. He earned his MD and completed his urology residency at Istanbul University. He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in neuro-urology, reconstructive urology, and urologic oncology. He treats complex neuro-urological and reconstructive cases in adults and children. He has developed surgical techniques.

He is a principal investigator in several international Phase III–IV trials on neurogenic bladder and bladder cancer. He has more than 70 publications and book chapters. He serves as a reviewer for multiple journals.

Leadership and affiliations: President, Turkish Urological Association – Western Black Sea Branch (2025). ISCoS Prevention Committee (2025). EAU Neurourology Group (2023–2025). ICS Neurourology Committee (2023–2025). INUS Board (2023). Awards: TUA (2016, 2017, 2020, 2022) and ICS (2020).

Dr Mumin Temel focuses on male infertility and surgical urology at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major centre for reproductive health.

• Treats male infertility cases using surgical and medical protocols
• Specialises in urological cancer surgeries and reconstructive procedures
• Performs minimally invasive stone treatments using laser technology
• Expertise includes open and closed surgery for prostate conditions
• Manages complex urinary tract disorders and incontinence treatments

Professor Ilter Alkan is a highly accomplished robotic and laparoscopic urology specialist and a Professor of Urology at Yeditepe University. He treats complex male fertility cases at Memorial Bodrum Hospital using techniques refined through international fellowships.

• Completed a fellowship in laparoscopic urology and endourology at Krankenhaus der Elisabethinen in Austria
• Trained at University College London's Institute of Urology and Nephrology
• Specialises in endoscopic procedures to treat blockages and male reproductive health issues
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Endourological Society

Dr. Kurshad Zengin is a urological surgeon at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital in Ankara. He holds four patents for medical innovations and has completed 14 scientific projects. Dr. Zengin specializes in surgical treatments for kidney stones, prostate disorders, and male infertility. He also performs stem cell therapy for erectile dysfunction.

• Published 18 articles in international refereed journals.
• Performs robotic nephrectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate.
• Expert in microsurgical varicocele intervention and flexible ureteroscopy.
• Treats complex conditions like urethral stricture and bladder leukoplakia.

Dr. Hasan Anıl Atalay is a urologist focused on uro‑oncology, reconstructive urology, and stone disease. He has expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. He trained at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and Istanbul Training & Research Hospital. He completed advanced training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2010–2011) and World Laparoscopy Hospital (2019–2020).

He has authored more than 30 peer‑reviewed papers (2016–2021). Topics include CT texture to predict ESWL outcomes, VI‑RADS in bladder cancer, renal function after partial nephrectomy, PCNL fluoroscopy and stone metrics, sexual dysfunction, urosepsis biomarkers, and 3D models for PCNL and patient education. He is a member of the European Urology Association, the Turkish Urology Association, and the Urological Surgery Association.

Dr Sakir Aydogan is a leading urology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on male infertility and reproductive health.

• Specialises in surgical infertility treatments for complex cases
• Performs RIRS laser surgery – a minimally invasive method to clear kidney stones
• Expert in both open and closed prostate surgery techniques
• Manages urological cancer cases through dedicated surgical intervention
• Treats urinary incontinence using modern therapeutic approaches

Dr Gurkan Ozkan leads the urology department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, where he focuses on resolving complex male infertility issues.

• Specialises in micro-surgical treatments for azoospermia to improve sperm retrieval rates
• Performs minimally invasive surgery for undescended testicles – a common cause of fertility issues
• Manages sexual health disorders and hormonal imbalances affecting male reproductive capacity
• Treats kidney and urinary tract stones using kidney-sparing techniques for better overall health

Associate Professor Cem Basatac is a lead urologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in advanced surgical solutions for male reproductive health.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive approach using small incisions for faster recovery times
• Expertise includes microsurgical techniques used to identify and retrieve sperm in obstructive and non-obstructive cases
• Former faculty member at Istanbul Bilim University – one of Turkey's premier medical training institutions
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital, a major hub for complex urological surgery

Dr. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

The doctor is a highly experienced urology specialist with an extensive career spanning over three decades. After graduating from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 1988, the doctor completed a specialization program in urology in 1997. The doctor attained the rank of Associate Professor in 2006 and achieved the title of Professor in 2011.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has held numerous leadership roles, including serving as the Head of the Urology Department at multiple university hospitals and acting as an Education and Administrative Supervisor at major training and research hospitals. The doctor possesses deep expertise in clinical urology, having served in various state and private medical institutions across Turkey.