Leukoplakia of the bladder Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Tolga Akman is a leading uro-oncology specialist at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital, where he leads the department in managing complex bladder conditions.

• Specialises in laparoscopic urology and minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Holds the rank of Professor of Medicine at a major university-affiliated hospital
• Expert in managing both benign and malignant bladder pathologies
• Experienced in reconstructive surgery for the urinary tract and bladder wall
• Active researcher in uro-oncology with numerous professional medical contributions

Dr. Fatih Kurtuluş is a FEBU-certified urologist and professor at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic surgery and endourology for bladder and prostate conditions. Dr. Kurtuluş won the 2015 Urooncology Research Award for his work on radical prostatectomy.

• Certified by the European Board of Urology (FEBU).
• Performed research fellowships at Heidelberg University and Milan San Raffaele Hospital.
• Winner of best presentation awards at both AUA and EAU congresses.
• Uses the da Vinci robotic system for prostate and kidney surgeries.

Professor Hasan Biri is a leading urology specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital who refined his surgical skills at the Southern California Uro-oncology Centre.

• Specialises in robotic surgery for bladder and kidney conditions to ensure smaller incisions and faster recovery.
• Published over 80 scientific papers on uro-oncology and surgical outcomes.
• Former Head of Urology and Chief Physician at Gazi Ankara Hospital.
• Focuses on endourology, using cameras and tiny instruments to treat bladder lining issues without large cuts.

Associate Professor Mehmet Fatih Akbulut is a highly regarded urologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with international training from the University of Michigan Medical School.

• Specialises in uro-oncology and managing non-muscle invasive bladder conditions
• Uses laser lithotripsy and flexible ureteroscopy – precise techniques for bladder and urinary tract procedures
• Recognised peer-reviewed researcher with 30+ publications on surgical outcomes and patient recovery
• Former Chief Resident and Associate Professor at Haseki Training and Research Hospital

Professor Ihsan Karaman is a distinguished urologist who previously served as the Chief of Urology at a major training and research hospital for over a decade.

• Specialises in uro-oncology and bladder disorders at Medistate Hospital Istanbul
• Holds a subspecialty qualification in paediatric urology for complex congenital cases
• Founded the Euroasian Urooncological Association to improve surgical standards
• Serves on the Scientific Programme Council of the Société Internationale d'Urologie
• Published over 300 academic papers on advanced urological health and surgical outcomes

Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay is a board-certified urology professor at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in uro-oncology and minimally invasive stone surgeries. Dr. Akay completed training in endourology and laparoscopic surgery at the University of Rochester, USA. He treats complex conditions like prostate cancer, male infertility, and bladder disorders.

• Authored over 100 scientific publications and academic textbook chapters.
• Active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU).
• Performs specialized procedures like HoLEP and microsurgical varicocelectomy.
• Practices at a university hospital with a 94% kidney transplant success rate.