Pyeloplasty Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Kurshad Zengin is a urological surgeon at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital in Ankara. He holds four patents for medical innovations and has completed 14 scientific projects. Dr. Zengin specializes in surgical treatments for kidney stones, prostate disorders, and male infertility. He also performs stem cell therapy for erectile dysfunction.

• Published 18 articles in international refereed journals.
• Performs robotic nephrectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate.
• Expert in microsurgical varicocele intervention and flexible ureteroscopy.
• Treats complex conditions like urethral stricture and bladder leukoplakia.

Prof. Dr. Kadir Önem is a Professor of Urology at Medical Park Hospital in Samsun. He earned his MD and completed his urology residency at Istanbul University. He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in neuro-urology, reconstructive urology, and urologic oncology. He treats complex neuro-urological and reconstructive cases in adults and children. He has developed surgical techniques.

He is a principal investigator in several international Phase III–IV trials on neurogenic bladder and bladder cancer. He has more than 70 publications and book chapters. He serves as a reviewer for multiple journals.

Leadership and affiliations: President, Turkish Urological Association – Western Black Sea Branch (2025). ISCoS Prevention Committee (2025). EAU Neurourology Group (2023–2025). ICS Neurourology Committee (2023–2025). INUS Board (2023). Awards: TUA (2016, 2017, 2020, 2022) and ICS (2020).

Professor Bora Uslu operates within a high-volume transplant department that has completed over 5,000 kidney transplants at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical correction of the kidney and ureter junction
• Performs pyeloplasty to clear blockages and restore proper renal drainage
• Manages complex cases involving hereditary kidney conditions and renal hypertension
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association and active clinical researcher
• Utilises precise diagnostics like creatinine monitoring and urinalysis for recovery

Dr. Özcan Uzun is a nephrology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He treats complex kidney conditions, including diabetic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis. Dr. Uzun earned his medical degree from Atatürk University. He completed his internal medicine and nephrology training at Dokuz Eylül University. He is a member of the Turkish Nephrology Association and the Izmir Medical Chamber.

• Specializes in hemodialysis and hypertension management.
• Treats chronic kidney failure, Fabry disease, and vasculitis.
• Manages kidney disease related to heart failure and hyponatremia.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring a specialized robotic surgery center.

Associate Professor Cevper Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology with advanced certification in robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques.

• Holds specialist qualifications from Istanbul University and Bezmialem Vakif University
• Completed a surgical observership at the University of Michigan in the USA
• Recognised for surgical technique research by the Turkish Urology Association
• Member of the European Association of Urology and the Turkish Paediatric Urology Association
• Authored over 130 peer-reviewed scientific publications on minimally invasive surgery

Dr. Emir Nekay is a general and gastrointestinal surgeon at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in surgical oncology, breast surgery, and colorectal procedures. Dr. Nekay completed his medical training and surgical residency at Istanbul University. He treats complex conditions such as pancreatic cysts, inguinal hernias, and hemorrhoids.

• Member of the Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association and Turkish Surgical Association.
• Performs specialized procedures including cholecystectomy, nephrectomy, and distal pancreatectomy.
• Treats patients at a TEMOS-accredited university hospital with 15 operating rooms.
• Active member of the Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association.

Dr. Mehmet Fatih Akbulut is a urologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in pediatric urology and robotic surgical techniques. Dr. Akbulut completed a specialized urology observer program at the University of Michigan Medical School. He focuses on kidney stone removal and prostate health.

• Performs robotic Da Vinci surgery for prostatectomy and nephrectomy.
• Expert in miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy for treating large kidney stones.
• Authored over 30 international peer-reviewed publications on urological surgical outcomes.
• Treats complex conditions like Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and pediatric urological disorders.

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.

Professor Ali Ferruh Akay is a leading urologist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He completed advanced international training in laparoscopic surgery at the University of Rochester in the United States.

• Specialises in minimally invasive urologic procedures for kidney conditions
• Expert in endourology and laparoscopic techniques to reduce recovery times
• Active member of the European Association of Urology (EAU)
• Authored over 100 scientific publications and textbook contributions in his field
• Serves as a senior Professor of Urology at a JCI-accredited university hospital