Nephrectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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. Erhan Tatar is a professor of nephrology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He is a member of ERA-EDTA, the leading European society for kidney care and transplantation. Dr. Tatar treats chronic renal failure, diabetic kidney disease, and glomerulonephritis. He works at a JCI-accredited facility following global patient safety standards.

• Specializes in kidney transplant preparation and long-term patient follow-up.
• Performs hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis for patients with kidney failure.
• Focuses on hypertension management to prevent renal complications.
• Served as the administrative head of the Nephrology Clinic at Bozyaka Training Hospital.

Dr. Heeseok Kang is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital. He specializes in uterine preservation and robotic surgery for women. Dr. Kang is an adjunct professor of gynecology at Samsung Medical Center. He treats uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and pelvic floor disorders. He uses the Da Vinci robotic system for minimally invasive procedures.

• Won the Outstanding Thesis Award from the Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Authored over 20 research publications on gynecologic surgery and oncology.
• Performs robotic hysterectomy and sacrohysteropexy for uterine prolapse.
• Works at Seoul Miz Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients annually.

Associate Professor Cenk Acar has performed over 500 urological cancer surgeries and holds a prestigious fellowship in robotic and laparoscopic surgery from The Netherlands Cancer Institute.

• Specialises in intraoperative fluorescence imaging to improve precision during complex tumour removals
• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted nephrectomy for localised urological cancers
• Former chairman of the first Turkish medical committee for fluorescence imaging in surgery
• Trained at Ankara University and Gazi University – two of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Published researcher focusing on patient quality of life after urological cancer treatment

Dr. Pekize Eker Balcioglu is a general surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in proctology and breast health. Dr. Balcioglu completed her medical education in English at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa. She serves as a columnist for two medical journals. Her practice focuses on minimally invasive surgery for common surgical conditions.

• Performs laser and Longo surgeries for hemorrhoid treatment.
• Specializes in local laparoscopic day surgery for pilonidal sinus.
• Treats breast pain, anal fissures, lipomas, and various hernias.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, which is JCI-accredited for safety and quality.

Professor Alaettin Celik is a triple-qualified specialist who established the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He currently leads complex cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital and sits on the Council of Children's Tumours.

• Specialises in general surgery, paediatric surgery, and paediatric urology for complex kidney removals
• Trained as a registrar at The Hospital for Sick Children at the University of London
• Authored definitive textbooks on newborn and paediatric surgery used by fellow specialists
• Managed a dedicated 30-bed surgical unit and intensive care centre for young patients
• Member of the Turkish Ministry of Health Paediatric Surgery Society

Dr Ugur Aferin specialises in uro-oncology and robotic-assisted surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital – a world-renowned JCI-accredited facility.

• Published expert on surgical interventions for muscle-invasive bladder and kidney cancers
• Experienced in robotic-assisted nephrectomy for localized tumours
• Faculty member at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa medical school
• Authored international textbook chapters on advanced uro-oncology management
• Presents research on robotic surgical techniques at international urology congresses

Professor Abdullmutalip Simsek is a senior robotic and reconstructive urologist who completed advanced PhD training in the United Kingdom at the University of Sheffield.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted partial nephrectomy for complex kidney tumours
• Former Administrative Manager and current Education Officer at Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital
• Member of both the European Association of Urology and the American Urological Association
• Extensive academic background with research focusing on comparative outcomes in robotic versus laparoscopic surgeries

Professor Semih Ayyan is a US-licensed urologist who completed his clinical fellowship in minimally invasive urological oncology at the University of Chicago.

• Completed a postdoctoral fellowship in paediatric urology at Harvard University
• Specialises in laparoscopic techniques for removing kidney tumours to improve survival rates
• Holds an American Medical Licence (USMLE) and deep international surgical experience
• Focuses on kidney-sparing approaches for both complex oncology and congenital anomalies
• Has performed over 1,100 successful urological treatments