22 Best Urethroscopic Lithotripsy Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Cenk Acar is a urological surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 500 surgeries for urological cancers. He was the first doctor in Turkey to apply bipolar prostate enucleation. Dr. Acar completed a fellowship in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at The Netherlands Cancer Institute.

• Performed over 250 HOLEP procedures for benign prostate enlargement.
• Expert in intraoperative fluorescence imaging for robotic urological surgeries.
• Specializes in sentinel lymph node dissections for prostate cancer treatment.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Abdulmuttalip Simsek is a urological surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and reconstructive surgery for complex urological conditions. Dr. Simsek holds the rank of Professor and completed reconstructive urology training in the UK. He treats a wide range of cancers including kidney, prostate, and bladder malignancies.

• Performs HoLEP for benign prostatic hyperplasia and penile prosthesis surgery.
• Expert in reconstructive procedures such as urethroplasty and hypospadias surgery.
• Treats sexual health conditions, including erectile dysfunction and Peyronie's disease.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility known for oncology and robotic surgery excellence.

Dr. Bugra Cetin specializes in minimally invasive urological surgeries, including urethroscopic lithotripsy, at Bahçelievler Medicalpark Hospital.

• Performs hundreds of successful penoscrotal and urooncologic surgeries
• Expert in advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques
• Board-certified urologist with a PhD in Molecular Medicine
• Member of ISSM, ESSM, and European Urology Association

Assoc. Prof. Basri Çakıroğlu specializes in endourology, with expertise in urethroscopic lithotripsy.

• Graduated from 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed residency at Taksim Teaching and Research Hospital
• Author of articles in international and local journals
• Special focus on endourology and pediatric urology

Dr. Hasan Cem is a Professor of Urology at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in pediatric urology, male infertility, and laparoscopic surgery. The doctor completed his medical training and PhD at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He gained international experience at Duke University Hospital in the USA.

• Authored over 40 international and 15 national peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Recipient of 9 academic and scientific awards in the urology field.
• Treats complex conditions including men’s sexual health and urinary system stones.
• Works at Lokman Hekim, a JCI-accredited center serving 10,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Hasan Anıl Atalay is a urologist focused on uro‑oncology, reconstructive urology, and stone disease. He has expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. He trained at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine and Istanbul Training & Research Hospital. He completed advanced training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2010–2011) and World Laparoscopy Hospital (2019–2020).

He has authored more than 30 peer‑reviewed papers (2016–2021). Topics include CT texture to predict ESWL outcomes, VI‑RADS in bladder cancer, renal function after partial nephrectomy, PCNL fluoroscopy and stone metrics, sexual dysfunction, urosepsis biomarkers, and 3D models for PCNL and patient education. He is a member of the European Urology Association, the Turkish Urology Association, and the Urological Surgery Association.

Associate Professor Ozkan Onuk specializes in urology with extensive research published in international journals.

• Over 21 years of experience in urology
• Published 25+ articles on urological conditions
• Expert in minimally invasive urological procedures
• Faculty member at Yeni Yüzyıl University

Prof. Dr. Bora Uslu brings 19 years of nephrology expertise to complex kidney stone cases at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir.

• Specializes in kidney transplants and hereditary kidney diseases
• Published in international and national medical journals
• Expert in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis procedures

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).

Specializing in minimally invasive urologic treatments, Dr. Ersoz brings extensive expertise in stone disease and prostate conditions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Over 20 years of experience in urology
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic surgery
• Published over 130 national and international papers
• Member of the European Association of Urology
• Trained at University of Michigan for advanced techniques

Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış specializes in endourology with advanced training in laparoscopy and robotic urology. He serves as a board member of the Endourology Society.

• Over 24 years of experience in urology
• Trained in Heidelberg University's Heillbronn Clinic
• Published 100+ articles in national and international journals
• Member of European Association of Urology's Young Academic Urologists
• Editor of the Endourology Bulletin

With 34 years in urology, Dr. Nuhoglu specializes in minimally invasive procedures like urethroscopic lithotripsy at Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed urology residency at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the European Association of Urology
• Fluent in both standard and complex urological procedures
• Also affiliated with the American Urological Association

Prof. Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay brings 35 years of specialized urology experience, with advanced training in endourology from the University of Rochester.

• Professor of Urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• Specializes in minimally invasive stone surgeries and endourology
• Author of 100+ scientific publications in urology
• Member of the European Association of Urology

Prof. Dr. Fatih Kurtuluş, a FEBU-certified urologist, specializes in advanced urological procedures at Estophia Hospital.

• Fellow of the European Board of Urology
• Extensive training in endourology and urooncology across Europe
• Recipient of multiple awards for urological research
• Over 29 years of experience in urology
• Active member of the European Association of Urology

Dr. Oguzhan Parlakkilic is a urological surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in andrology, endourology, and urooncology, focusing on surgical treatments for prostate, kidney, and bladder conditions. Dr. Parlakkilic performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgery.

• Practices at Estophia Hospital, a facility with nearly 300 patient beds.
• Treats male fertility and vascular issues using microsurgical intervention for varicocele.
• Performs high-intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) for non-invasive prostate treatment.
• Performs surgery for urinary incontinence, including artificial sphincter implantation.

Dr. Bora Ozveren is a urologist at Acibadem Altunizade Hospital in Istanbul. He performs robotic surgeries for prostate and kidney conditions using the da Vinci system. He manages oncology and reconstructive urology, including bladder reconstruction and kidney-sparing procedures.

• Performs robotic-assisted prostatectomies and nephrectomies for cancer treatment.
• Treats conditions such as Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and urolithiasis.
• Performs surgical corrections including pyeloplasty and urethroplasty.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility meeting international standards for surgical safety.

Dr. Orhan Koca is a urological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and kidney cysts. Dr. Koca performs robotic prostatectomies using the da Vinci system to preserve healthy tissue and shorten recovery time. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
• Conducts microsurgical interventions for varicocele and artificial sphincter implantation.
• Treats urolithiasis and Peyronie’s disease using surgical correction.
• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and robotic nephrectomy.

Dr. Mehmet Oner Sanli is a urological surgeon and andrologist at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in oncological urology and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Sanli performs surgeries using the Da Vinci robotic system, including robotic prostatectomy and nephrectomy for kidney and prostate cancer.

• Performs robotic-assisted surgeries including prostatic adenomectomy and nephrectomy.
• Treats male reproductive health issues like varicocele using microsurgical techniques.
• Uses Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) for urinary issues.
• Corrects penile curvature and performs complex urethroplasty for Peyronie's disease.

Professor Alaattin Yildiz brings over 30 years of nephrology expertise, including training at Harvard Medical School and Vanderbilt University.

• Specializes in kidney transplants and diabetic kidney disease
• Trained in clinical nephrology at Massachusetts General Hospital
• ISN fellow in diabetic nephropathy research
• Professor at Istanbul University's Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in kidney-related procedures with a focus on nephrology and kidney diseases, including urethroscopic lithotripsy.

• Completed nephrology subspecialization at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Experienced in treating chronic kidney disease and acute renal failure
• Member of the Turkish Society of Nephrology and European Renal Association