Best Kidney Cyst Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Associate Professor Basri Cakiroglu has performed over 1,100 urological procedures and leads the urology department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in endourology – using minimally invasive scopes to treat kidney issues without large incisions
• Expert in paediatric urology for managing congenital kidney cysts in children
• Published researcher in international journals on urological oncology and male health
• Completed specialist residency at Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital

Dr Bugra Cetin is a board-certified urological surgeon and PhD researcher specialising in minimally invasive keyhole techniques for complex kidney procedures.

• Performs laparoscopic nephrectomy – removing kidney tissue through tiny incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Expert in reconstructive urology – fixes structural issues and blockages in the urinary tract with precision
• Holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine – applies advanced scientific research to improve patient outcomes in urological care
• Member of the European Association of Urology – stays current with the latest international surgical standards

Professor Ilker Tinay is an urological oncology expert at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in minimally invasive techniques for complex kidney and bladder cases.

• Specialises in minimally invasive surgery – uses small incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Serves as an Executive Board Member of the Association of Urooncology
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and the European Association of Urology
• Recognised with the Urooncology Association Scientific Research Award for his work in the field
• Expert in Aquablation therapy – a heat-free waterjet treatment for precise tissue removal

EXPERIENCE

2024 - Currently, Istanbul/Turkey

MEMORIAL BAHÇELİEVLER HOSPITAL

Üroloji Specialist

2020 - 2024, Istanbul/Turkey

BAŞAKŞEHİR ÇAM VE SAKURA CITY HOSPİTAL

Attending Robotic and Reconstructive Surgeon

2016 - 2020, Istanbul/Turkey

BAKIRKÖY SADİ KONUK RESEARH AND EDUCATİON HOSPİTAL, DEPARTMENT OF UROLOGY

General Practitioner

2015 - 2016, Sheffield/Turkey

SHEFFİELD UNİVERSİTY HALLAMSHİRE HOSPİTAL DEPARTMENT OF UROLOGY

Rekonstructive Urology

2012 - 2015, Istanbul/Turkey

HASEKİ RESEARCH AND EDUCATİON HOSPİTAL, DEPARTMENT OF UROLOGY

Urology Specialist

2011 - 2012, Istanbul/Turkey

LÜTFİYE NURİ BURAT STATE HOSPİTAL

Urology Specialist

EDUCATION

2021 - Currently

PROFESSOR

2015 - 2021

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

1999 - 2005, Istanbul / Turkey

M.D Istanbul University Medical School

Medical Doctor Education



SPECIALTIES

Diseases

• Kidney Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Bladder cancer
• Testicular Cancer
• Uretral stricture
• Erectile dysfunction
• Penile prosthesis surgery
• Peyronie disease and penile curvature surgery

Treatment Methods

• Uretroplasty
• Penile enlargement surgery
• BPH-HOLEP
• Stone disease treatment and surgery
• Hypospadias surgery
• Incontinence surgery
   

Associate Professor Zulfu Sertkaya is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU), a title he earned after passing rigorous oral and written proficiency exams.

• Earned the rank of Associate Professor – a senior academic distinction in the field of urology
• Focuses on uro-andrology – managing conditions affecting the male renal and reproductive systems
• Trained at Haydarpasa Numune – one of Turkey's major training and research hospitals
• Member of the European Association of Urology

Dr. Elnur Allahverdiyev is a urologist and urogynecologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He has worked there since 2021. He graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University. He completed his specialization at Marmara University.

He treats female urogynecologic conditions, prostate diseases, and andrology cases. He also performs reconstructive urology and kidney stone surgery. He is certified in urodynamics. He takes part in international societies and has scientific contributions. He works in a well-equipped clinic and offers minimally invasive urologic care.

Professor Tunc Ozdemir is the Head of Urology at Bilim University and a leading expert in minimally invasive renal procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at the European Oncology Center in Milan
• Specialises in endo-urology for managing kidney cysts and complex renal cases
• Expert in robot-assisted surgery for precise treatment with smaller incisions
• Member of the European Association of Urology and Turkish Endo-urology Association
• Recognised with multiple international awards for surgical research and clinical excellence

Dr. Ramazan Altin is a urologist. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (English) in 2000. He completed his urology specialization there in 2005.

He advanced his expertise in uro-oncology and robotic surgery in 2013 at Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara Atatürk Training and Research Hospital. He continued this training in 2014 at the Cleveland Clinic Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute.

He has worked at Medicana Ataköy Hospital (2023–2024), İstinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital (2017–2020), and İnönü University Turgut Özal Medical Center (2011–2017). He also has experience in state, private, and military hospitals.

Associate Professor Mehmet Sarier serves as a senior urology specialist at Medical Park Antalya, where he handles both routine and complex surgical cases.

• Holds a faculty position at Istinye University School of Medicine
• Specialises in urological surgery for kidney and bladder conditions
• Achieved his Associate Professorship through extensive clinical research and surgical practice
• Focused on minimally invasive techniques for managing renal cysts and growths

Professor Murat Savas is a highly qualified urology expert at Medical Park Antalya with a specialized fellowship from Berlin's Charité Hospital – Europe's largest university hospital.

• Holds a certificate in laparoscopic surgery, focusing on minimally invasive kidney procedures
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Endourological Society
• Specialises in endourology – using small cameras and tools to treat kidney issues
• Served as Professor at several major medical schools, including Istanbul Gelişim University
• Trained in advanced laparoscopic techniques at the IRCAD training centre

Specialties

Kidney and urinary tract endoscopic stone crushing treatment

Endoscopic Prostate and Bladder Surgery (TUR Method)

Diagnosis and surgery of testicular diseases

Diagnosis and treatment of infertility in men (Varicocele surgeries)

Diagnosis and treatment of sexual dysfunctions

Treatment of urinary incontinence in women

Treatment of nocturnal incontinence in children

Treatment of undescended testicle in children

Circumcision

Experience

1995-1999 Bilecik State Hospital Urology Clinic

1999-2002 Kocaeli Gölcük State Hospital Urology Clinic

2002-2006 Sakarya Karasu State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician

2006-2012 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic and Chief Physician

2012-2015 Kocaeli State Hospital Urology Clinic

2015-2018 Kocaeli Public Hospitals Secretary General

2018-2021 Kocaeli Provincial Health Director

2021-2023 Kocaeli Darıca Farabi Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic

2023- 2024 Kocaeli Gölcük Necati Çelik State Hospital Urology Clinic

2024 Private Darıca Büyük Anadolu Hospital

Education

Uludag University Faculty of Medicine (graduation) 1988

Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine (specialization) 1994

1982-1988 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine

1990 -1994 Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology (Specialization)

Scientific Publications

Acar A., Sert I. Ü., Gürbüz R., Ergüney Ş: Submucosal methotrexate applications in inoperable bladder tumors.  S.Ü.T.F. Journal. 1993; 9(1):39-41

Acar A., Sert İ.Ü., Gürbüz R., Arslan E.M., Ergüney Ş. , : Bladder wall and prostate

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Education:

1997 – 2003    Hacettepe University

2004 – 2009     Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital

2016 – 2019     Afyon Kocatepe University

Experience:

2022 – Still       Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital

2019 – 2022     Private Meddem Hospital

2018 – 2019      Afyon Kocatepe University

2015 – 2018      Afyon Kocatepe University

2012 – 2015      Bozok University Faculty of Medicine

2010 – 2012     Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital

2009 – 2010      TSK Rehabilitation and Care Center Presidency

2004 – 2009     Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital

Associate Professor Selcuk Silay is a highly decorated paediatric urologist who won the Crystal Matula Award as the European Academician of the Year.

• Specialises in robotic surgery for complex paediatric urology conditions
• Performed 300+ laparoscopic surgeries using small incisions for faster recovery
• Trained in robotic surgery at Texas Children's Hospital in the USA
• Former Head of Paediatric Urology at two major university hospitals
• Published over 80 research articles on paediatric surgical outcomes

Dr. Bugra Bilge Keseroglu specializes in robotic and laparoscopic urology. His robotic work includes radical prostatectomy (conventional and Retzius-sparing), radical cystectomy, sacrocolpopexy, and Burch colposuspension. His laparoscopic work includes radical prostatectomy with lymph node dissection, radical cystectomy, sacrocolpopexy, and Burch colposuspension. He also performs laparoscopic nephrectomy and partial nephrectomy, pyeloplasty, all endourological surgeries (stone surgery and endoscopic procedures), HOLEP, and female incontinence surgery.

Education: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, 1990–1996. Specialization: S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 1997–2002. Experience: Yozgat State Hospital, 2002–2006 and 2012–2016; Yozgat Private Hospital, 2006–2011; S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 2016–2019; Bilkent City Hospital, 2019–2024.

Associate Professor Cenk Acar is a leading urological surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who has performed more than 900 successful treatments.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery for kidney conditions – uses small incisions for less pain and quicker healing
• Completed a fellowship in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at the Netherlands Cancer Institute
• Expert in ICG fluorescence imaging to clearly see blood vessels and tissue during complex operations
• Former chairman of the first course on fluorescence imaging for urology in Turkey

The doctor graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in 1984 and completed specialization training in Pediatric Surgery at the same institution in 1994. With a focus on neonatal surgery, pediatric urology, oncological surgery, and more, the doctor holds a Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate since 2002.

Having participated in numerous specialized courses, including Anorectal Malformations and Repairs and International Hypospadias Courses, the doctor is a member of several professional societies such as the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery and the Pediatric Urology Society.

Dr Ugur Aferin is an academic faculty member at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who specialises in urological surgery and oncology.

• Performed robotic nephrectomy to manage complex kidney conditions including tumours and large cysts
• Trained at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, one of the region's top medical faculties
• Authored specialised clinical guides on treating muscle-invasive bladder and prostate cancers
• Presented research on minimally invasive techniques at international urology congresses
• Published clinical findings in peer-reviewed journals such as Urology and Archivio Italiano di Urologia

Assistant Professor Oguzhan Parlak is a urology specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with over two decades of experience in surgical stone and cyst management.

• Specialises in endourology – use of minimally invasive scopes to treat kidney issues without large incisions
• Focuses on uro-oncology to distinguish between benign cysts and complex tumours
• Completed specialist urology training at Taksim Training and Research Hospital
• Investigates andrology and male reproductive health alongside urological conditions
• Active participant in international urological meetings to track new surgical protocols

Professor Baris Nuhoglu is a highly regarded urology specialist who has served as the Head of Urology at two major university hospitals. He leads the urology team at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, bringing senior expertise to complex kidney cases.

• Specialises in endourology – using minimally invasive techniques to treat kidney issues with less downtime
• Professor at Biruni University Hospital – one of Turkey's leading private medical universities
• Published over 100 scientific works, including 58 international peer-reviewed papers on urological health
• Member of the European Association of Urology, ensuring he follows the latest global treatment protocols