Nephrectomy Doctors in Turkey

Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic nephrectomy at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital – a leader in minimally invasive urological surgery.

• Associate Professor with 20 years of urology experience
• Trained at University of Michigan's Department of Urology
• Over 130 national and international publications
• Member of European Association of Urology
• Recipient of Male Sexual Health Alpay Kelami Award

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. Baris Nuhoglu brings over 34 years of urology experience, specializing in nephrectomy procedures at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the European Association of Urology
• Also affiliated with the American Urological Association
• Extensive experience across multiple Turkish hospitals

Assoc. Prof. Selçuk Sılay specializes in robotic surgery for urology conditions in children, with over 100 pediatric robotic surgeries performed.

• 300+ pediatric laparoscopic surgeries completed
• 300+ closed kidney stone surgeries in children
• Trained in pediatric urology robotic surgery at Texas Children's Hospital (USA)
• Member of The European Association of Urology and The Turkish Society of Pediatric Urology
• Recipient of the 2018 Crystal Matula Award as European Academician of the Year

Dr. Emir Nekay is a skilled general surgeon with specialized training in hepatobiliary and trauma surgery.

• Completed general surgery residency at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
• Experience in trauma and emergency surgery
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital

Prof. Gul Alco specializes in radiation oncology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, bringing decades of expertise to nephrectomy procedures.

• Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, focusing on radiation oncology
• Over 31 years of experience in radiation oncology and cardiology
• Trained at Istanbul University and Demiroglu Bilim University
• Works at a leading university hospital in Istanbul

Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış specializes in advanced urological procedures, including laparoscopic and robotic nephrectomy, with extensive experience at top hospitals.

• Board member of the Endourology Society since 2017
• Trained in Laparoscopy-Robotic Urology at Heidelberg University
• Published over 100 articles in national and international journals
• Active in the European Association of Urology's Endourology working group

Dr. Kavukcu specializes in urology with over 22 years of experience, including nephrectomy procedures at Avicenna International Hospital.

• Board-certified by the European Association of Urology (FEBU)
• Managed ESWL (Stone Crushing) Unit at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital
• Former Urology Clinic Administrative Manager at Van Regional Training Hospital
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

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. Ali Ferruh Akay specializes in minimally invasive nephrectomy with 35 years of urology experience. Trained in laparoscopic surgery at the University of Rochester.

• Professor of Urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• Expert in uro-oncology, including kidney cancer treatment
• Author of 100+ scientific publications in urology
• Member of the European Association of Urology

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.

Associate Professor specializing in nephrectomy and laparoscopic surgery at Biruni University Hospital.

• Over 12 years of experience in general surgery
• Specializes in oncological and laparoscopic procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Performs both traditional and minimally invasive nephrectomies

Professor at Istanbul University with over 44 years in general surgery – specializes in complex abdominal procedures.

• Expert in pancreatico-biliary and gastroenterology surgery
• Recipient of National Scientific Patent Award 2017
• Member of ESTES and National Surgical Association
• Performs endoscopic diagnosis and treatment

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.

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.

Dr. Deniz Hoto is a urological surgeon at Egemed Hospitals in Izmir. He performs procedures including nephrectomy and bladder reconstruction. He treats surgical and medical urological conditions.

• Performs microsurgical interventions for varicocele and urethroscopic lithotripsy for stones.
• Treats benign prostatic hyperplasia using transurethral resection and incision techniques.
• Clinical work includes kidney-sparing surgery, pyeloplasty, and ureteral stenting.
• Works at Egemed Hospitals, a facility that treats 100,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Yüksel is highly skilled in a wide range of surgical procedures, including those related to the colon, rectum, and stomach at Medistanbul Hospital.

• Received national board with an outstanding degree in 2005 and 2016
• Member of Turkish Surgery Association & Colorectal Surgery Association
• Specialized in General Surgery from Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• Proficient in endoscopic diagnostic and treatment procedures

Dr. Yilmaz Salman is a urological surgeon at Medistanbul Hospital in Istanbul. He performs surgeries including prostatectomy and nephrectomy. He manages conditions ranging from kidney-sparing surgery to Peyronie’s disease and azoospermia. Dr. Salman works at Medistanbul Hospital, which treats 90,000 patients annually.

• Performs surgical treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostatitis.
• Treats urological conditions including urolithiasis, kidney cysts, and varicocele.
• Performs vasectomy and surgical corrections for phimosis.
• Practices at a hospital licensed by the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate.

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.