Polycystic kidney disease Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Abdullmutalip Simsek is a reconstructive urology specialist who trained at the University of Sheffield and Hallamshire Hospital in the UK.

• Specialises in robotic and reconstructive surgery for complex kidney and urinary tract conditions
• Uses robotic-assisted techniques for kidney procedures to allow for smaller incisions and faster healing
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the American Urological Association
• Former administrative manager at Bakirkoy Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital

Assistant Professor Oguzhan Parlak is a specialist urological surgeon who trained at the prestigious Taksim Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in endourology – use of minimally invasive techniques for internal kidney and urinary tract issues
• Focuses on uro-oncology – surgical management of tumours and complex growths within the renal system
• Completed public service obligation at Sivelek State Hospital – handled diverse and high-volume clinical cases
• Member of national and international urological societies – stays current with global surgical protocols

Professor Baris Nuhoglu is the Head of Urology at Biruni University Hospital, where he leads surgical interventions for complex renal conditions.

• Holds a Professorship in urology and has published over 58 international peer-reviewed papers
• Member of the European Association of Urology, adhering to high international clinical standards
• Former Chief of the Urology Clinic at Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital
• Specialises in endourology – using minimally invasive techniques to treat kidney issues with less downtime

Dr. Ozgur Haki Yuksel is a urology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital. He holds FEBU Board Certification, recognized across Europe for excellence in urology. Dr. Yuksel completed observership training at the University of Michigan in the United States. He teaches as a faculty member at Bahcesehir University.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological oncology.
• Treats complex conditions like stone diseases, male infertility, and urinary incontinence.
• Authored over 45 national and international medical publications.
• Member of the European Urology Association and the Turkish Urology Association.

Professor Mumin Temel focuses on urological surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – he deals with complex kidney and urinary tract conditions.

• Specialises in urological cancer surgeries and organ-preserving techniques
• Uses laser-based treatments like RIRS for breaking down kidney stones
• Performs both open and closed urological surgeries for better recoveries
• Treats complications such as urinary incontinence and male infertility

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.

Professor Ilter Alkan is a highly clinical academic who trained at the University College London Institute of Urology and Nephrology. He specializes in managing complex urological conditions and renal health at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Fellowship trained in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Subspecialises in endourology, focusing on internal therapies without large surgical cuts
• Member of the Endourological Society and the European Association of Urology
• Former Professor of Urology at Yeditepe University, training the next generation of specialists