Nephrectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 6

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.

The doctor holds an MD in Radiation Oncology and serves as a consultant. Specializing in advanced cancer treatment techniques, the doctor offers services including Tomotherapy-H, Linear Accelerator, and Brachytherapy. These modalities are utilized to deliver precise radiation therapy, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues and enhancing treatment efficacy.

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.

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.

Professor Koon Ho Rha is a leading urologist at Severance Hospital specializing in precise robotic and laparoscopic surgery for kidney tumours.

• Performs minimally invasive nephrectomy using the da Vinci robotic system
• Focuses on robotic-assisted techniques to preserve healthy kidney tissue
• Active member of the Endourological Society and the American Urological Association
• Holds a senior academic position at South Korea's top-tier Yonsei University

Professor Ahmet Cag Cal is a distinguished uro-oncology specialist who completed research fellowships at the world-renowned Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in treating kidney tumours through both partial and radical nephrectomy
• Former Vice Dean at Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Medicine
• Broad expertise in renal immunology and molecular genetics from UCLA
• Senior Professor at Medicana Bursa Hospital specialising in complex urological oncology
• Member of international urological research teams focused on cancer outcomes

Assoc. Prof. Orhan Ünal Zorba, MD, is a urologist focused on andrology and endourology. He has about 25 years of experience. He currently sees patients at Private TUSA Hospital. He started there on 8 June 2026.

His academic work includes 29 international and 13 national publications and 7 book chapters. He has given at least 9 presentations at international congresses. His studies have been presented at EAU, ESSM, ICS, and EULIS meetings. He served as Assistant and Associate Professor of Urology from 2009 to 2016. He is a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber, the Turkish Association of Urology, the Turkish Society of Andrology, and the Eastern Black Sea Association of Urologists.

Key areas include male infertility (micro‑TESE; outcomes in 191 patients with non‑obstructive azoospermia), microsurgical varicocele repair, prostate surgery (HoLEP, TURP), endoscopic stone surgery (URS, PCNL), and uro‑oncology. He speaks English.

Dr. Eyup Koc is an internist and nephrologist. He studied at Istanbul University – Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine from 1980 to 1986. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital from 1989 to 1994. He then specialized in Nephrology at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine from 2005 to 2008.

Clinical interests include hypertension, acute kidney failure, chronic kidney failure, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplantation, glomerulonephritis, and diabetic kidney disease.

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.

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.

Professor Kittinut Kijvikai is a leading urological surgeon at Bumrungrad International Hospital who specialises in high-precision robotic surgery for kidney and bladder cancers.

• Performs robotic-assisted nephrectomy using the da Vinci surgical system for increased accuracy
• Expertise in radical procedures for managing complex urological tumours
• Published researcher investigating ways to reduce perioperative risks and improve surgical recovery
• Practises at a JCI-accredited facility equipped for sophisticated robotic-assisted urology
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to help patients experience fewer post-operative complications

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.

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.