Best Transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy doctors in Turkey: TOP 23 doctors

Expert in uro-oncology and robotic surgery with training at prestigious institutions including Cleveland Clinic. Performs complex urological procedures at Medicana Ataköy Hospital.

• Specialized in urology since 2005 with extensive surgical experience
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic in uro-oncology and robotic surgery
• Currently practices at Medicana Ataköy Hospital in Turkey

Accepting patients in the Urology medical unit of Florya Hospital, Prof. Dr. Semih Ayan completed his education at Sivas Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and received the title of Urology Specialist. In 1999, he became a Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatric Urology at Harvard University; He became Associate Professor of Urology in 2003 and Professor of Urology in 2009. In 2015, he completed his Minimal Invasive Urological Oncology (Clinical Fellow) studies at the University of Chicago and crowned his professional education and experience with international studies.

In the field of Urological Oncology, which is one of the physician's areas of interest, surgical treatment of prostate cancer, bladder cancer and kidney tumors provides a significant increase in the survival rate and the chance of surviving cancer. In the field of Pediatric Urology, which is another area of interest, congenital anomalies such as renal outflow stenosis, urinary reflux to the kidney and hypospadias are corrected by using innovative surgical applications and a lifelong contribution is provided to the patients.

Medical equipment required for medical diagnosis, treatment and surgical treatment to be given in the areas specified in our urology units, laparoscopic surgeries and all kinds of equipment suitable for the use of new surgical techniques are available in our hospital. With the treatment and operations performed in our hospitals by making use of the best facilities offered by medical technology, a significant increase in the quality of life is achieved while the patients are healed.

prof. Dr. Semih Ayan received almost all of his medical education and certificates from the leading institutions of America and Europe, and gained deep knowledge and international experience in many advanced specialties of urology. prof. Dr. Among the trainings and certificates Ayan has received internationally;

American Medical License (USML)

Pediatric Urology Fellow (1999-2000/Boston, USA)

Urological Oncology Fellow (2014-2015/USA).

Specializes in kidney and urinary tract endoscopic stone treatment – a key procedure for transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy.

• Over 28 years of urology experience across multiple hospitals
• Expert in endoscopic prostate and bladder surgeries (TUR method)
• Chief Physician roles in state hospitals, overseeing urology departments
• Trained at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Urology

Assist. Op.Dr.Oğuzhan Parlakkılıç graduated from Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine in 2001.

He started his specialization in the urology clinic of Taksim Training and Research Hospital in 2002. Having completed his specialization training in 2007, Dr. Oğuzhan Parlakkılıç attended many national and international meetings. He has studies in andrology, endourology and urooncology.

Between 2007 and 2009, he completed his duty of public service obligation at Sivelek State Hospital.

Between 2009 and 2010, he worked as a urology specialist in the General Command of Mapping Dispensary. 

Marital Status : He is married, his wife is an ophthalmologist, and he is the father of two sons, aged 27 (Medical doctor) and 20 (Student).

Educational Status

1988 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine / Bursa

1982 Kabataş Boys' High School / Istanbul

1979 Göztepe Secondary School / Istanbul

1976 Harun Reşit Primary School / Istanbul

Institutions he works for

2020 Biruni University Hospital, Head of Urology Department / ISTANBUL
2017 Yeni Yüzyıl University Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital, Head of Urology Department / ISTANBUL

2016 Taksim Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic Education and Administrative Supervisor / Istanbul

2009 Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital Urology Clinic Chief / Istanbul

2007 International Hospital, Yeşilköy / Istanbul

2007 Ankara Training and Research Hospital 2nd Urology Clinic / Ankara

2001 Military Service, Marshal Fevzi Çakmak Military Hospital / Erzurum

1999 Bergama State Hospital / Izmir

1997 Ankara Training and Research Hospital Specialization Program / Ankara

1992 Izmit State Hospital / Izmit

 

diplomas

2011 Professorship

2006 Associate Professorship

1997 Urology Specialist

1988 Doctor of Medicine

Associations and organizations of which he is a member

European Association of Urology

Turkish Urology Association

Northern Marmara Urology Association

Endourology Association

Nuhoğlu Foundation

Scientific Publications

Author of over 100 publications, presentations and book chapters, 58 of which are international.

Dr. Onuk specializes in complex stone surgeries, including transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy, at Uroaesthetic.

• Over 20 years of experience in urology
• Expert in robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and nephrectomy
• Associate Professor at New Century University
• Ph.D. in Urology from Taksim E.A.H.

Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atis performs transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialized in urology since 2008 with extensive surgical experience
• Board member of the Endourology Society and active in the European Association of Urology
• Trained in Laparoscopy-Robotic Urology at Heidelberg University
• Published over 100 articles in national and international journals

Specializes in transthoracic flexible URS with laparoscopic pyelolitotomy – a rare and precise surgical technique.

• Practices at Medipol University Pendik Hospital
• Over 20 years of experience in urology
• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Gurkan Ozkan specializes in treating kidney and urinary tract stones and tumors at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for urinary conditions
• Handles complex cases involving kidney stones and urinary tract tumors
• Experienced in prostate diseases and urinary incontinence treatment

Specializes in RIRS (Laser Stone Breaking in the Kidney) – a minimally invasive technique for kidney stones.

• Performs open and closed prostate surgeries
• Experienced in urological cancer surgeries
• Treats urinary incontinence and infertility

Specializes in minimally invasive kidney stone treatments, including RIRS laser stone breaking at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs open and closed prostate surgeries
• Expert in urological cancer surgeries
• Treats urinary incontinence and infertility

Specializing in minimally invasive urological procedures, Dr. Cevper Ersoz brings expertise in robotic and laparoscopic surgery to Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Associate Professor with extensive research and teaching experience
• Over 130 national and international publications
• Member of European Association of Urology and European Society of Endourology
• Trained at University of Michigan's Department of Urology

Prof. Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay brings over 25 years of specialized urology experience, focusing on minimally invasive procedures at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Trained in Endourology and Laparoscopic Surgery at University of Rochester
• Specializes in uro-oncology, stone surgeries, and male infertility
• Authored 100+ scientific publications in urology
• Active member of the European Association of Urology

Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.

Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."

In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

Dr. Bugra Cetin, MD, PhD, is a board-certified urologist. He specializes in penile prosthesis surgery, genital reconstruction, and male sexual health. He has performed hundreds of penile implant and reconstructive procedures. His patients report high satisfaction and safety rates.

Dr. Cetin uses advanced surgical techniques to treat erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, and premature ejaculation. He is skilled in inflatable and malleable implants, plaque excision, grafting, and penile denervation. He also performs urooncologic, endourologic, and reconstructive surgeries. He has achieved excellent results in complex cases.

Dr. Cetin is accredited by IICPI and holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine. He is an active member of ISSM, ESSM, EAU, and the Turkish Association of Urology. His memberships show his dedication to excellence and innovation in urology.

As a urology specialist providing medical services, Prof. Dr. Hasan Biri graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1987. He started his residency in urology at Gazi University Hospital in 1987 and completed his specialization in 1992, becoming a urology specialist. Dr. Biri completed his compulsory service between 1993-1995. In 1995, he was appointed as an assistant professor at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine. Between 1997-1998, he participated in research in many areas of uro-oncology such as radical prostatectomy and radical cystectomy at the University of Southern California Kneed Norris Uro-oncology Center, and was involved in many clinical practices. He successfully passed the associate professorship exam in 1998 and continued his education and training activities as an associate professor at Gazi University. Between 2000-2003, he served as the head of urology and chief physician at Gazi Ankara Hospital. In 2004, he became a professor at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine. Throughout his academic career, he has published over 80 national and international publications and presented papers. As the founding president of Koru Healthcare Group, Prof. Dr. Hasan Biri currently provides medical services to his patients at Özel Koru Ankara Hospital. Prof. Dr. Hasan Biri is particularly specialized in robotic surgery, and his medical interests include:

• Uro-oncology

· Prostate Cancer

· Bladder Cancer

· Kidney Cancer

· Testicular Cancer

• Andrology

• Robotic Surgery (Prostate, Bladder, Kidney, Renal Artery Stenosis)

• Endourology

• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

• Kidney Stone Disease

• Infertility.

Dr. Zengin brings 15+ years of urology experience, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Specialized in complex urological procedures
• Trained at Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital
• Holds a degree from Hacettepe University
• Former faculty member at Afyon Kocatepe University