Cystitis Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Kurshad Zengin brings over 22 years of urology experience, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in treating chronic and recurrent cystitis cases
• Worked in leading hospitals including Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital
• Keeps updated with latest cystitis treatment protocols

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).

Associate Professor Cem Basatac specializes in urology with expertise in laparoscopic surgery at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 19 years of experience in urology
• Trained at Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Practiced at multiple reputable hospitals in Turkey
• Special focus on minimally invasive techniques
• Member of the urology team at Istanbul Bilim University

Specializes in RIRS (Laser Stone Breaking in the Kidney) and other advanced urological procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in open and closed prostate surgeries
• Experienced in urological cancer surgeries and urinary incontinence treatment
• Provides infertility treatment solutions

Dr. Gurkan Ozkan specializes in urinary tract and bladder conditions, including cystitis, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in prostate diseases and urinary incontinence
• Treats kidney and bladder stones and tumors
• Specializes in infertility and sexual disease treatments

Dr. Ozkan Onuk is an associate professor of urology at Hermes Clinics in Ankara. He performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP). Dr. Onuk treats Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and urolithiasis at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and nephrectomy for renal conditions.
• Uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for tissue ablation.
• Specializes in reconstructive procedures like uretheroplasty and vasectomy.
• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) for kidney stones.

Dr. Sertkaya specializes in Andrology – a focused branch of urology addressing male health issues, including cystitis. He founded Andro Expertise Men's Health and Aesthetics Center.

• Board-certified urologist with FEBU title from European Association of Urology
• Associate Professor of Urology since 2020
• Trained with leading Andrology professors worldwide
• Performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals

The doctor is a highly experienced urology specialist with an extensive career spanning over three decades. After graduating from Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine in 1988, the doctor completed a specialization program in urology in 1997. The doctor attained the rank of Associate Professor in 2006 and achieved the title of Professor in 2011.

Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has held numerous leadership roles, including serving as the Head of the Urology Department at multiple university hospitals and acting as an Education and Administrative Supervisor at major training and research hospitals. The doctor possesses deep expertise in clinical urology, having served in various state and private medical institutions across Turkey.

Associate Professor Cevper Ersoz specializes in urological conditions, including cystitis, with extensive experience in minimally invasive treatments.

• Over 130 national and international publications
• Member of the European Association of Urology
• Trained at University of Michigan's Department of Urology
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic urological surgeries

Dr. Tuncay Tas is a urological surgeon at Safe Urology Clinic in Istanbul. He is among the first five experts globally to publish data on P-Shot applications. Dr. Tas specializes in urological oncology and male sexual health. He completed a fellowship in laparoscopic urology at Heidelberg University, Germany.

• Pioneered combined PRP and stem cell penile therapy in Turkey.
• Developed a certified surgical technique for penile circumference improvement.
• Performs robotic prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgeries for cancer treatment.
• Serves as an instructor for the International Society for Stem Cells Applications.

Dr. Engin Evci brings over 24 years of urology experience, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in diagnosing and treating cystitis cases
• Graduated from Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Worked at multiple prestigious hospitals including SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atis combines expertise in urology with a focus on minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopy and robotic procedures, honed at Heidelberg University.

• Specialist in urology with over 24 years of clinical experience
• Trained in laparoscopy and robotic urology at Heidelberg University
• Associate Professor and later Professor at Istanbul Medeniyet University
• Board member and Secretary General of the Endourology Society
• Published more than 100 articles in national and international journals

Assoc. Prof. Selcuk Silay specializes in robotic surgery for urological conditions in children, with over 100 pediatric robotic surgeries performed.

• 300+ pediatric laparoscopic surgeries completed
• Conducted 300 closed kidney stone surgeries in children
• Trained in pediatric urology robotic surgery at Texas Children's Hospital
• Recipient of the 2018 Crystal Matula Award
• Member of the European Association of Urology

Dr. Rahim Horuz specializes in urology at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Experienced in treating various urological conditions
• Works at a leading university hospital
• Focuses on patient-centered care

The doctor is an accomplished academic and surgeon specializing in endourology, uro-oncology, robotic surgery, and andrology. With a medical degree from Gazi University and specialized training from Ankara Training and Research Hospital, the doctor attained the rank of professor in 2022. The clinical practice focuses on minimally invasive techniques, including robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery, HoLEP, RIRS, and PNL for conditions such as kidney stones, prostate and bladder cancers, and male reproductive health.

An active educator and researcher, the doctor serves as an instructor for advanced surgical techniques and holds certifications in da Vinci robotic technology. The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the European Association of Urology.

Dr. Oguzhan Parlakkci is a urologist and pediatric surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and kidney-sparing surgery. Dr. Parlakkci treats conditions such as polycystic kidney disease and Peyronie's disease. He works at Estophia Hospital, a facility with 297 beds and 87 doctors.

• Practices pediatric urology and adult urological surgery.
• Performs High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) ablation for prostate conditions.
• Treats male fertility and reproductive health issues like azoospermia and varicocele.
• Performs surgical treatments for kidney stones and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Prof. Dr. Fatih Kurtuluş is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology with extensive training in endourology and urooncology at top institutions in Europe.

• Over 29 years of urology experience, specializing in cystitis and bladder conditions
• Trained at Heidelberg University and Milan San Raffaele Hospital
• Recipient of multiple awards for urological research and presentations
• Member of European Association of Urology and Endourological Society
• Currently practices at Estophia Hospital