Testicular Biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 6

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.

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.

Dr. Lalit Banswal is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He has successfully performed more than 10,000 major surgeries. Dr. Banswal focuses on gastrointestinal cancer and robotic surgical techniques. He completed a two-year fellowship at the Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata.

• Specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including laparoscopy and thoracoscopy.
• Performs robotic cancer surgeries and advanced endoscopic procedures.
• Served as a former assistant professor at the State Cancer Institute.
• Acts as a co-principal investigator for original clinical research projects.
• Treats complex esophageal, stomach, colon, and rectal cancers.

Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay is a board-certified urology professor at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in uro-oncology and minimally invasive stone surgeries. Dr. Akay completed training in endourology and laparoscopic surgery at the University of Rochester, USA. He treats complex conditions like prostate cancer, male infertility, and bladder disorders.

• Authored over 100 scientific publications and academic textbook chapters.
• Active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU).
• Performs specialized procedures like HoLEP and microsurgical varicocelectomy.
• Practices at a university hospital with a 94% kidney transplant success rate.

Dr. Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in breast and thoracic surgical oncology. Dr. Nagarkar trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. He is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.

• Participated as a lead investigator in more than 200 clinical trials.
• Serves as a professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology.
• Expert in complex procedures including mastectomy and thoracic resections.
• Founder of Curie Manavata Cancer Centre, a major regional treatment hub.

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.

Dr. Nilgun Turhan is a fertility specialist and reproductive endocrinologist in Istanbul. She has authored over 230 scientific works focused on infertility treatments. Dr. Turhan previously served as the Head of Gynecology at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University. She treats complex cases including endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, and uterine fibroids.

• Performs over 100 IVF procedures annually at her private practice.
• Expert in embryo cryopreservation, artificial insemination, and TESE.
• Former Director of the Institute of Health Sciences.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Tansu Turgut is a urology specialist at Ekol International Hospitals in İzmir. He specializes in laparoscopic kidney cancer surgery and HoLEP prostate treatments. Dr. Turgut treats complex conditions like kidney stones, bladder cancer, and infertility. He is fluent in English and intermediate in German.

• Uses HoLEP and plasma kinetic technology for endoscopic prostate surgery.
• Performs minimally invasive RIRS and percutaneous laser kidney stone removal.
• Implants one-piece and three-piece penile prostheses for erectile dysfunction.
• Member of the European Urology Association and Turkish Urology Association.

Dr. Ihsan Karaman is a urological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He specializes in prostate cancer, pediatric urology, and kidney stone disease. Dr. Karaman has published over 300 academic papers with more than 1,000 citations. He holds a PhD in Medical Ethics and History of Medicine.

• Former President of Istanbul Medeniyet University.
• Served as the Congress President of the 9th Eurasian Urooncology Congress.
• Founder of the Turkish Society for Pediatric Urology.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and complex kidney-sparing surgeries.

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.

Dr. Ahmet Cag Cal is a urologist at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He holds the rank of Professor of Medicine. Dr. Cal completed several training programs in the United States. He worked as an observer at Memorial Sloan-Kettering and the Mayo Clinic. He also served as a research assistant at UCLA.

• Uses the Da Vinci robotic system for prostatectomy procedures.
• Performs laparoscopic nephrectomy and transurethral resection of the prostate.
• Treats urological cancers, kidney cysts, and prostate hyperplasia.
• A former Vice Dean at the Izmir University of Economics.

Dr. Tolga Akman is a Professor of Medicine at Medicana Hospital Bahcelievler in Istanbul. He specializes in uro-oncology and surgical treatments for complex urological conditions. Dr. Akman focuses on penis prosthesis surgery and treatments for prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer. He treats both adults and children for conditions like kidney stones and hypospadias.

• Performs radical and partial nephrectomy for kidney cancer treatment.
• Specializes in laparoscopic urology and robotic-assisted surgical techniques.
• Expert in penis enlargement and surgical correction of Peyronie's disease.
• Works at Medicana Bahcelievler, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

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.