Bladder removal with reconstruction Doctors Abroad — Page 4

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. 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. 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 Shruti Kate is a highly credentialed medical oncologist who previously served as a consultant at the world-renowned Tata Memorial Hospital. She now leads the oncology department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in managing complex genitourinary cancers, including advanced bladder cases
• Uses immunotherapy and metronomic protocols to treat aggressive tumours
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Awarded for research excellence at the World Conference on Lung Cancer in Toronto
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

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.

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 leads the urology department at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital, specialising in complex oncological surgeries for bladder and kidney cancers.

• Performs radical bladder resection and subsequent reconstructive procedures
• Specialises in laparoscopic urology to support faster recovery times
• Maintains a dual focus on both adult and paediatric urological conditions
• Fellow of the Istanbul University School of Medicine urology programme
• Treats functional urological issues including urinary incontinence and reflux

Professor Ihsan Karaman is a high-level uro-oncologist who previously served as the Rector of Istanbul Medeniyet University and edited major textbooks on prostate cancer.

• Performs complex uro-oncological surgeries including robotic-assisted da Vinci procedures
• Holds a subspecialty title as a Consultant Surgeon in paediatric urology
• Authored 300 academic papers with over 1,000 international citations
• Served as Congress President for the Eurasian Urooncology Congress
• Member of the Scientific Programme Council for the Société Internationale d'Urologie

Dr. Fatih Kurtuluş is a FEBU-certified urologist and professor at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic surgery and endourology for bladder and prostate conditions. Dr. Kurtuluş won the 2015 Urooncology Research Award for his work on radical prostatectomy.

• Certified by the European Board of Urology (FEBU).
• Performed research fellowships at Heidelberg University and Milan San Raffaele Hospital.
• Winner of best presentation awards at both AUA and EAU congresses.
• Uses the da Vinci robotic system for prostate and kidney surgeries.

Professor Hasan Biri refined his expertise in complex bladder cancer cases at the University of Southern California Norris Uro-oncology Centre.

• Specialises in radical cystectomy and reconstructive robotic surgery for bladder cancer
• Focuses on uro-oncology with over 80 national and international research publications
• Founding President of Koru Healthcare Group and former Chief Physician at Gazi Ankara Hospital
• Uses advanced robotic systems to perform precise tumour removal and reconstruction
• Fellowship trained in the United States in high-volume cancer surgery techniques

Dr. Osman Civil is a general surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal, colorectal, and breast cancer surgery. Dr. Civil completed his surgical training at the Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kirdar Training and Research Hospital. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 600,000 patients every year.

• Performs complex procedures including Whipple surgery, liver resections, and colectomies.
• Treats various conditions such as pancreatic cysts, hemorrhoids, and inguinal hernias.
• Maintains professional memberships in the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Society.
• Member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Malatya Gastrointestinal Surgery Society.

Dr Tansu Turgut focuses on radical cystectomy with ileal bladder construction at Ekol International Hospitals, where he specialises in creating artificial bladders.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious English-language medical faculties
• Member of the European Association of Urology
• Performs both laser endoscopic and open surgical techniques for bladder reconstruction
• Regular speaker on urological surgery at international congresses and medical forums
• Maintains professional membership with the Urological Surgery Association

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.

Professor Akbulut is a highly regarded uro-oncology specialist who completed advanced training at the University of Michigan Medical School in the United States.

• Holds the title of Associate Professor with extensive experience in academic and clinical urology
• Focuses on uro-oncology, specifically managing complex reconstructions for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer
• Member of the Turkish Academy of Urology Uro-Oncology Working Group
• Published over 40 peer-reviewed research papers on surgical outcomes and oncological safety