Urology Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Wang Qing is the Director of Urology at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is a globally recognized expert in urological endoscopic surgery. Dr. Wang pioneered two unique surgical methods for bladder and prostate cancer. He trained at Peking University and leads urology research for the national 163 Program.

• Pioneered laparoscopic radical cystectomy with WZ-type sigmoid neobladder reconstruction.
• Created the Wu-method prostatectomy for surgical treatment of prostate disease.
• Member of the National Health Commission committee for urologic endoscopic therapy.
• Serves as Deputy Director of the Urology Institute at Shenzhen University.

Dr. Bahri Gok is a da Vinci-trained robotic surgeon specializing in uro-oncology at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Over 19 years of urology experience across major Turkish hospitals
• Certified console surgeon for robotic-assisted procedures
• Active researcher in international clinical trials for urothelial carcinoma
• Recipient of multiple awards from European urology associations
• Supervised doctoral theses on prostate cancer surgical outcomes

Dr. Séverine Iborra leads the Gynecology Department at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, specializing in urogynecology and pelvic reconstructive surgery.

• Certified in Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques, including robotic-assisted procedures
• Chief Physician with leadership in a major hospital
• Active member of leading German gynecological societies

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Dr. George Tie specializes in minimally invasive urological surgery, using advanced techniques for faster recovery and precision at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic procedures for urologic cancers
• High success rates in kidney stone treatments
• Skilled in prostate surgeries, including TURP and laser techniques
• Provides evidence-based care tailored to international patients

Dr. Antonio Allona is the Director of Urology at Hospital Ruber Internacional. He specializes in prostate cancer, reconstructive urology, and andrology. Dr. Allona is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology. He served as General Secretary of the Spanish Association of Urology for eight years.

• Earned his PhD cum laude for research on bladder replacement techniques.
• Served as a member of Spain’s National Commission of Urology.
• Treats complex conditions including urological cancers, azoospermia, and urethral strictures.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hospital Ruber Internacional, a Forbes-ranked top hospital in Spain.

Dr. Ismail Nalbant is a urologist at Lokman Hekim Etlik Hospital in Ankara. He treats a wide range of urological conditions. Dr. Nalbant trained at Ankara Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital. His clinical background includes work at private IVF centers and military medical facilities.

• Specializes in urological health at one of Turkey's largest private hospital groups.
• Served as a faculty member at Lokman Hekim University.
• Practiced at major state and university hospitals across Turkey.
• Completed residency at a premier Turkish research and training clinic.

Navamin 9 Hospital is a private hospital accredited by JCI and Thailand Hospital Accreditation (HA). It is in Bangkok’s Min Buri district and was founded in 2008. The hospital treats about 30,000 patients each year. Its medical team includes 100 doctors across 10 departments.

Services include a center for cardiology and internal medicine. There is a 24-hour emergency and trauma center. The hospital offers advanced surgery. It provides mother and child care. It also runs wellness and check-up programs for preventive care.

Dr. Ronnarith Singhpruu is a urologist at PMG Hospital (Medical Certificate No. 32165). He specializes in urological surgery.

He holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Urological Surgery from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. He is Thai board-certified in urology.

He is a naval medical officer in the Royal Thai Navy (rank: Group Captain/Captain). He is an attending physician and clinical instructor in the Urology Division at Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital, Naval Medical Department.

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).

Dr. Zengin specializes in minimally invasive urological procedures with over 22 years of experience at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic techniques for complex cases
• Member of the Turkish Urological Association
• Combines academic research with clinical practice

Dr. Temel specializes in minimally invasive RIRS for kidney stones at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a precise laser technique with faster recovery.

• Expert in both open and closed prostate surgeries
• Skilled in urological cancer surgeries and urinary incontinence treatments
• Performs microsurgical interventions for varicocele and infertility
• Trained in da Vinci robotic-assisted procedures

Trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre – Dr. Vilches specializes in advanced urologic surgeries at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• Head of Urology Unit with focus on male urology and pelvic floor surgery
• Co-founded the Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga
• Expert in robotic-assisted and lower urinary tract procedures
• Member of the Renal Transplant Unit at Carlos Haya Hospital

Dr. Lee Chunyong is a urologist with a PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University College of Medicine. His clinical focus includes kidney and urinary stones (ESWL), prostate diseases (BPH, prostate cancer, prostatitis), sexual dysfunction, vasectomy, cystitis, urinary incontinence, and voiding dysfunction.

He has served as Director of Hanyang University Hospital. He was Chairman and Chief Professor of the Department of Urology at Hanyang University College of Medicine. He served as President and later Honorary President of the Korean Endourological Society. He was also a Board Member of the Société Internationale d'Urologie.

His international roles include Visiting Fellow at UCLA and Visiting Professor at the University of Tübingen. He was featured twice on EBS “Best Doctors,” covering prostatic diseases and kidney and urinary stones.

Ronnarith Singhpru, M.D., is a urologist. He holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Urological Surgery from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine.

He is a naval medical officer in the Royal Thai Navy. His rank is Group Captain (Captain). At Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital, Naval Medical Department, he serves as an attending physician and clinical instructor in the Urology Division. He also provides specialized consultations as a part-time visiting physician at MALI Interdisciplinary Hospital.

Dr. Hakan Ozturk specializes in advanced urological surgeries, including robotic and laparoscopic techniques, at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Over 29 years of experience in urology
• Expert in kidney stone treatments and prostate surgeries
• Trained at Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
• Member of European Association of Urology and other prestigious societies
• Performs minimally invasive procedures like HoLEP-ThuLEP and Greenlight

Internationally recognized for neuromodulation and neurostimulation treatments—Dr. Castaño specializes in lower urinary tract dysfunctions at CES University Clinic.

• Over 26 years of experience in functional urology
• Former director of Urodynamics and Incontinence at Colombian Society of Urology
• Active member of International Continence Society's Neuro-Urology committee
• Focuses on stress urinary incontinence and overactive bladder cases