Leukoplakia of the bladder Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Ozgur Haki Yuksel is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology who brings high-level surgical expertise to the treatment of bladder lining conditions and urological oncology.

• Performed a clinical observership at the University of Michigan in the USA to refine surgical techniques
• Specialises in endourology – using minimally invasive cameras and tools to treat the bladder without large incisions
• Holds FEBU Board Certification – a prestigious standard of urological excellence recognised across Europe
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Bahceşehir University Faculty of Medicine
• Contributed to 34 international publications on complex urological treatments and outcomes

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).

Professor Ilter Alkan is an endourology expert who completed specialized training in laproscopic urology and endourology at Krankenhaus der Elisabethinen in Austria.

• Specialises in endourology – using small scopes to treat bladder conditions without large incisions
• Professor of Urology at Yeditepe University – one of Turkey's prominent medical faculties
• Member of the Endourological Society and the European Association of Urology
• Trained at University College London's Institute of Urology and Nephrology

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.

Professor Mumin Temel is a specialist urological surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on restorative and cancer-related procedures of the urinary tract.

• Specialises in closed urological surgery, offering a minimally invasive approach for bladder and prostate issues
• Performs urological cancer surgeries to address complex bladder lining changes
• Expertise in RIRS laser technology to treat internal obstructions with high precision
• Manages chronic urinary tract conditions including incontinence and recurring bladder irritation

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.

Associate Professor Cem Basatac is a lead urologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in laparoscopic surgery for complex bladder disorders.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive approach using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Practises at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital – part of a JCI-accredited medical group
• Served as a specialist at Istanbul Bilim University, training new urological surgeons

The doctor is a highly skilled urologist specializing in advanced surgical and clinical interventions. Expertise includes RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) for laser stone fragmentation, as well as comprehensive management of open and closed prostate surgeries. The doctor is also proficient in performing complex urological cancer surgeries.

In addition to surgical oncology and stone disease, the doctor provides specialized care for urinary incontinence and male infertility, utilizing evidence-based treatment protocols to improve patient outcomes.