Urolithiasis Doctors Abroad — Page 5

The doctor is an accomplished academic and surgeon specializing in endourology, uro-oncology, robotic surgery, and andrology. With a medical degree from Gazi University and specialized training from Ankara Training and Research Hospital, the doctor attained the rank of professor in 2022. The clinical practice focuses on minimally invasive techniques, including robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery, HoLEP, RIRS, and PNL for conditions such as kidney stones, prostate and bladder cancers, and male reproductive health.

An active educator and researcher, the doctor serves as an instructor for advanced surgical techniques and holds certifications in da Vinci robotic technology. The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the European Association of Urology.

Professor Ali Ferruh Akay leads urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He specialises in endoscopic stone surgery and laparoscopy for complex kidney cases.

• Completed specialist endourology training at the University of Rochester in the USA
• Performs minimally invasive stone removals using cameras through small incisions
• Active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU)
• Published over 100 scientific papers on urological surgery and treatment outcomes
• Expert in managing both routine and difficult kidney stone presentations