Bladder removal with reconstruction Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Abdullmutalip Simsek is a robotic and reconstructive urology specialist at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura Hospital. He is a member of the American Urological Association. He earned his PhD in reconstructive urology from the University of Sheffield, England. Dr. Simsek also holds membership in the European Association of Urology.

• Two-time recipient of the Alpay KELAMI award for Men's Sexual Health.
• Performs robotic prostatectomy and complex bladder removal with reconstruction.
• Specializes in penile curvature correction and artificial urinary sphincter implantation.
• Member of the American Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery.

Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz is a medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and liver malignancies. He completed a fellowship at Ohio State University in the United States. Dr. Acikgoz manages treatments like chemotherapy, radioembolization, and immunotherapy.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Assistant Investigator for Phase III clinical trials, including the CheckMate-649 study.
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection at Ohio State University.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like biopsy, gastroscopy, and tumor marker testing.

Professor Baris Nuhoglu is a highly decorated urology specialist who leads the Urology Department at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul.

• Maintains elite membership in the European Association of Urology
• Heads hospital urology departments, training the next generation of surgeons
• Contributed to over 100 scientific publications and book chapters globally
• Specialises in complex uro-oncology cases involving bladder reconstruction
• Recognised as a Professor for his academic and clinical leadership

The doctor is an oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Currently, the doctor practices at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

With a career spanning multiple esteemed institutions, the doctor has served as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital, a physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic, and a member of the Oncology Department at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Selcuk University and achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2016.

Dr. Cevper Ersoz is a urologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological cancers. Dr. Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). He completed an observership in urologic surgery at the University of Michigan, USA.

• Author of over 130 national and international peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Treats benign prostate hyperplasia using HoLEP, TuLEP, and Rezum techniques.
• Performs minimally invasive procedures for stone diseases, including PCNL and URS.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medipol Acibadem, which uses the da Vinci robotic system.

Associate Professor Ozkan Onuk is a senior urology specialist at Medical Park Bahcelievler with significant expertise in managing incidental prostate cancer findings during radical cystectomy.

• Published research on the frequencies and features of incidental cancer in patients undergoing bladder removal
• Authored multiple international papers on reconstructive urology and bladder flap techniques
• Specialises in uro-oncology with an Associate Professor title from Yeni Yuzyil University
• Extensive experience in managing complex urological injuries and endoscopic approaches
• Active member of the international urology research community with over 25 peer-reviewed articles

Dr Ugur Aferin authored the clinical guide on muscle-invasive bladder cancer, specialising in complex oncological cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Published researcher in international journals focusing on bladder outlet obstruction and detrusor underactivity
• Serves as a Faculty Member at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, one of Turkey's premier medical training institutions
• Expertise includes robotic nephrectomy and advanced surgical management of urological tumours
• Specialist interest in bladder hernia and invasive bladder cancer treatments

Mumin Temel leads the urology department at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, where he focuses on complex urological cancer surgeries and reconstructive procedures.

• Performs radical cystectomy and urinary diversion for bladder cancer
• Uses open and closed surgical techniques for precise tumour removal
• Focuses on restoring urinary function through advanced reconstructive methods
• Treats cases involving both cancer removal and subsequent stone management
• Practices at a major Turkish hospital specialising in multi-disciplinary cancer care

Professor Ramazan Gökhan Atis is a specialist in urological oncology and reconstructive surgery who trained in robotic urology at the prestigious Heidelberg University.

• Appointed Professor of Urology at Istanbul Medeniyet University – a key academic and clinical position
• Expertise in genitourinary reconstructive surgery for complex bladder and urinary tract restoration
• Served as an Executive Board Member of the Endourology Society since 2017
• Former member of the European Association of Urology (EAU) academic working group
• Uses robotic-assisted techniques to improve precision during tumour removal and bladder reconstruction

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Associate Professor Cem Basatac is a specialist urological surgeon at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital with a focus on laparoscopic techniques for complex bladder cases.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive approach to bladder removal
• Holds the rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed advanced urology training at Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Practises at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale – a major centre for urological surgery in Istanbul