Nephrectomy with Da Vinci Robot Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Son Dong-wan specializes in urologic oncology, urinary incontinence, and sexual dysfunction. He performs laser prostate surgery. He provides robotic and laparoscopic treatment for cancers of the prostate, bladder, ureter, and kidney. He also treats ureteropelvic junction obstruction.

His minimally invasive practice includes laparoscopic nephrectomy and prostatectomy. He performs cystoscopic TURBT and TURP. He offers ureteroscopic laser stone removal and percutaneous nephrolithotomy. He treats BPH, prostatitis, urinary stones, testicular cancer, stress urinary incontinence (SUI), overactive bladder (OAB), and male infertility.

Associate Professor Cem Basatac is a lead urologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with a dedicated focus on laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

• Specialised in high-tech laparoscopic techniques for complex kidney procedures
• Held academic roles at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
• Practises at a major JCI-accredited hospital centre in Istanbul
• Completed advanced surgical residency at the Istanbul Umraniye Research Hospital

Professor Gurkan Ozkan is a senior urology specialist at Buyuk Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on robotic and minimally invasive surgery for complex kidney conditions.

• Specialises in treating kidney tumours and urinary tract obstructions using advanced surgical techniques
• Recognised expert in uro-oncology, managing both malignant and benign renal growths
• Focuses on kidney-sparing approaches and functional recovery for patients
• Academic leader who has trained many surgeons in modern urological procedures
• Member of the Turkish Urology Association and European Association of Urology

Dr Sakir Aydogan is a senior urology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals with a focus on minimally invasive cancer surgery.

• Performs robotic-assisted urological cancer surgeries for kidney tumours
• Specialises in both open and closed surgical techniques
• Focuses on kidney-sparing approaches and laser stone treatments
• Practises at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major multidisciplinary health centre

Dr. Hyun Moo Lee is a urological surgeon at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He focuses on oncological urology and surgical treatment for cancer. Dr. Lee performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and bladder removal procedures. He works at a clinic ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.

• Performs nephrectomies using the da Vinci robotic system.
• Maintains membership in the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association.
• Treats complex conditions within the Korean Surgical Society network.
• Practices at a Newsweek-ranked hospital recognized for surgical quality.

Associate Professor Cevper Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology with advanced training in robotic surgical techniques for urological cancers.

• Holds specialist certification for the da Vinci robotic system in complex kidney surgery
• Completed a urologic surgery observership at the University of Michigan in the USA
• Published over 130 peer-reviewed scientific papers focusing on minimally invasive oncology
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Turkish Endourology Society
• Awarded the National Urology Congress Recognition for his studies on surgical techniques

Professor Selcuk Silay is a decorated paediatric urologist who earned the Crystal Matula Award as European Academician of the Year. He performs complex robotic kidney surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Trained in paediatric robotic surgery at Texas Children's Hospital in the USA
• Performed over 100 robotic-assisted procedures specifically for children
• Former Head of Paediatric Urology at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Published more than 80 research articles on robotic surgical outcomes
• Member of the European Society for Paediatric Urology

Dr. Eyup Koc is an internist and nephrologist. He studied at Istanbul University – Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine from 1980 to 1986. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital from 1989 to 1994. He then specialized in Nephrology at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine from 2005 to 2008.

Clinical interests include hypertension, acute kidney failure, chronic kidney failure, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplantation, glomerulonephritis, and diabetic kidney disease.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

The doctor graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University in 1996, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University in 2002. Further enhancing expertise, the doctor earned a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy in 2004.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, the Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing the field of oncology.

Professor Tolga Akman is a senior urology specialist at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital. He performs both radical and partial nephrectomies for kidney cancer using minimally invasive techniques.

• Holds the title of Professor of Medicine at a leading Istanbul hospital
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University School of Medicine
• Focuses on uro-oncology, covering prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers
• Performs laparoscopic urology to reduce recovery times and scarring
• Treats complex functional urological conditions alongside oncological surgery

Dr. Shruti Kate is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. She previously worked as a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Kate focuses on immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for treating solid and pediatric tumors. She was the sole recipient from India of the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer award.

• Specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.
• Proficient in complex procedures, including the Whipple surgery and chemotherapy management.
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
• Practices at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in oral cancer treatment with a focus on organ preservation. Dr. Shaikh completed fellowship training in head and neck surgical oncology at the same center. He is proficient in performing major maxillofacial and head and neck surgeries.

• Expert in functional rehabilitation for patients recovering from oral cancer.
• Active researcher with multiple publications in various medical journals.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients yearly.
• Treats complex conditions including tongue, thyroid, and tonsil cancers.

Professor Lalit Banswal is a highly skilled surgical oncologist who has performed over 10,000 major operations. He serves as an Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute, training the next generation of cancer specialists.

• Specialises in robotic cancer surgery using the da Vinci system for genitourinary cases
• Provides minimally invasive options for complex visceral and urological tumours
• Completed a specialist fellowship in surgical oncology at the prestigious Tata Medical Centre
• Led clinical research projects as a principal investigator into robotic surgical techniques
• Active member of the oncology team at the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre