Prostatectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr Ender Kavukcu is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) who manages complex prostate and stone cases at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Holds board certification from the European Association of Urology
• Former lead of the stone treatment unit at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Served as Administrative Manager of the urology department at Van Regional Training Hospital
• Practises at Avicenna International Hospital – a multi-specialty centre in Istanbul

Dr Sercan Yilmaz specialises in advanced laser and robotic prostate surgery at Liv Hospital Ulus, a leading centre for urological care.

• Performs HoLEP and ThuFLEP laser surgeries for enlarged prostate treatment
• Specialises in robotic-assisted prostatectomy for urological oncology cases
• Uses robotic transperineal MRI and ultrasound fusion biopsy for precise diagnosis
• Member of both the European Association of Urology and American Urological Association
• Former researcher for the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkiye (TUBITAK)

Associate Professor Mehmet Fatih Akbulut is a highly published urology specialist with advanced training from the University of Michigan Medical School. He currently serves at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, focusing on uro-oncology and robotic surgery.

• Specialises in precise surgical techniques for prostate and renal tumours
• Contributing member of the Turkish Academy of Urology Uro-Oncology Working Group
• Extensively published in international peer-reviewed journals on surgical outcomes
• Expert in minimally invasive nerve-sparing approaches for pelvic surgery
• Former Chief Resident and Associate Professor at Haseki Training and Research Hospital

Professor Ali Ferruh Akay completed specialist training in laparoscopic surgery at the University of Rochester in the USA to master minimally invasive techniques. He now serves as Professor of Urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in uro-oncology with a focus on prostate and bladder cancers
• Performs minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery for faster patient recovery
• Authored over 100 scientific publications and textbooks on urological outcomes
• Active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU)
• Expert in endourology and managing complex kidney stone cases

Dr Tansu Turgut specialises in laparoscopic prostate cancer surgery and advanced endoscopic treatments at Ekol International Hospitals.

• Performs minimally invasive prostatectomies to promote faster patient recovery
• Uses HoLEP and plasma kinetic technology for complex prostate cases
• Holds membership with the European Association of Urology
• Completed specialist urology training at Dokuz Eylül University
• Member of the Turkish Urology Association and Urological Surgery Association

Professor Ihsan Karaman is a distinguished uro-oncologist who has published over 300 academic papers and earned more than 1,000 international citations for his work in prostate cancer.

• Performs robotic-assisted prostatectomy using the advanced da Vinci surgical system
• Specialises in HoLEP laser surgery and HIFU ablation for prostate conditions
• Former Rector of Istanbul Medeniyet University and chief of a major urology clinic
• Consultant Surgeon with specialized subspecialty training in complex pediatric urology
• Member of the Scientific Programme Council for the Société Internationale d'Urologie

Professor Tolga Akman leads the urology department at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital, specialising in oncological surgeries for prostate and bladder cancer.

• Performs laparoscopic urological procedures to support faster recovery and less scarring
• Expertise in radical prostatectomy for the surgical removal of cancerous tissue
• Focuses on uro-oncology with training from the prestigious Istanbul University
• Former professor at Bezmialem Vakif University – a leading Turkish medical institution
• Treats both oncological cases and functional conditions like urinary incontinence

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.

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

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.

Professor Kittinut Kijvikai specialises in robotic-assisted surgery at Bumrungrad International Hospital, one of Southeast Asia's most prestigious JCI-accredited medical centres.

• Performs robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy using the high-precision da Vinci surgical system
• Focuses on reducing recovery times and perioperative risks through minimally invasive techniques
• Researches neoadjuvant androgen deprivation therapy to improve outcomes for prostate cancer patients
• Published lead researcher on robotic-assisted cystectomy and intra-corporeal urinary diversion
• Treats complex urological cancers including bladder and kidney malignancies

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 has performed 10,000 major operations and specialises in minimally invasive robotic cancer surgery at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Performs robotic-assisted procedures for genitourinary cancers to improve recovery times
• Uses laparoscopic techniques to reduce scarring and post-operative pain
• Serves as Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute
• Completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the prestigious Tata Medical Centre
• Led clinical research projects focused on improving surgical outcomes

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies. Dr. Valame completed his DNB training in medical oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. He previously served as a registrar at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital.

• Presented stomach cancer research at the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.
• Expert in chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats various solid tumors, pediatric cancers, and hematological malignancies.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients annually.