Leukoplakia of the bladder Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Assist. Op.Dr. Oguzhan Parlak has specialized in urology since 2007, with a focus on andrology, endourology, and urooncology.

• Graduated from Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine in 2001
• Completed specialization at Taksim Training and Research Hospital
• Attended numerous national and international medical meetings
• Worked in various hospitals, including Sivelek State Hospital

Prof. Haim Matskin leads the Urology Department at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in onco-urology with advanced techniques like brachytherapy and cryotherapy.

• Recognized authority in brachytherapy and cryotherapy for bladder conditions
• Head of Urology at Sourasky Medical Center – a leading Israeli hospital
• Member of European, US, and Israeli urology associations

Dr. Jacob has a deep focus on pediatric urology – his research on laparoscopic surgery in children won a national award. He practices at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv.

• 38 years of experience as a practicing urologist
• Fellowship-trained in pediatric urology at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA
• Chairman of the Pediatric Urology Union for the Israeli Urological Association
• Treats a wide range of urological conditions in both children and adults
• Active member of the American Urological Association since 1998

Dr. Avi Beri specializes in urological conditions at Sourasky Medical Center, with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating bladder issues.

• Offers comprehensive treatments for various urological conditions
• Specializes in procedures like TURP and kidney stones treatment
• Provides personalized urology consultations for tailored care

Dr. Garuz Osnat is a professor and specialist in urological gynecology – a distinct focus that directly addresses conditions like bladder leukoplakia. He trained at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) and conducted clinical research in New York.

• Holds a PhD in medical sciences (MD, PhD).
• Graduated with honors from Tel Aviv University's Sackler Medical School.
• Served as a senior physician in gynecology at Lis Maternity Hospital.
• Currently a clinical professor at Tel Aviv University's medical school.
• Member of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sourasky Clinic.

Head of endo-urology at Ichilov – Dr. Sofer brings specialized expertise in minimally invasive bladder procedures.

• Trained in uro-oncology at the University of Miami
• Over 39 years of urology experience
• Published 50 scientific articles on urological conditions
• Member of European and International Urology Associations

Dr. Hughes Hyun specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery for bladder conditions at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Board-certified surgeon with extensive experience
• Expert in robotic-assisted procedures for bladder issues
• Practices at one of Israel's leading medical centers

Prof. Dr. Özgür Haki Yüksel brings 23 years of urology expertise, specializing in bladder conditions at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Advanced training at University of Michigan under Prof. J. Stuart Wolf
• Specializes in urological oncology and minimally invasive endourology techniques
• Published 34 international papers on urological conditions
• FEBU certified – European standard for urology specialists
• Faculty member at Bahçeşehir University's Department of Urology

Dr. Zengin brings 22 years of urology experience, specializing in bladder conditions at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University – Turkey's leading medical school
• Completed specialized urology training at Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital
• Current chief urologist at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital
• Extensive background in both academic and clinical urology settings

Specializes in RIRS and urological cancer surgeries – Dr. Temel brings advanced techniques to bladder treatments at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expertise in open and closed prostate surgeries
• Provides comprehensive urinary incontinence treatments
• Skilled in infertility-related urological issues

Specialized in urology with advanced training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre in New York. Currently heads the Urology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• Expert in lower urinary tract and renal surgery
• Co-founder of the Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga
• Author of multiple articles and editor of a urology manual
• Member of the Renal Transplant Unit at Carlos Haya Hospital

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.

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).

Prof. Ilter Alkan specializes in urology with extensive experience in complex cases, currently practicing at Memorial Bodrum Hospital.

• Trained in laparoscopic urology and endourology in Austria
• Professor of Urology at Yeditepe University
• Member of the European Association of Urology
• Over 30 years of experience in urology

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.

Dr. Nir Kleinmann directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a pioneer in kidney-sparing laser surgery for complex tumors. Forbes and ResultMed named him among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025 and 2026. Dr. Kleinmann uses a unique dual-laser system to preserve organ function during cancer treatment.

• Completed urological fellowships at Thomas Jefferson University and McMaster University.
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for UTUC, kidney stones, and prostate cancer.
• Served as a researcher in the OLYMPUS trial for non-surgical chemoablation.
• Fellow of the American Endourology Society with over 60 scientific publications.

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

• Years of experience in urology across multiple hospitals
• Specialized in laparoscopic surgical techniques
• Educated at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Worked at Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital

The doctor is a highly experienced urology specialist serving as the Head of the Urology Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja since 2017. With a medical degree and specialization from Johannes Gutenberg University in Germany, the doctor has extensive clinical experience dating back to 2007. The doctor's expertise encompasses oncological urology, prostate diseases, and complex urinary tract conditions.

A key focus of the doctor's practice is robotic urological surgery, specifically utilizing the Da Vinci surgical system for prostate cancer procedures. The doctor has contributed to academic literature, including chapters in Differentialdiagnose Urologie, and maintains a strong focus on providing high-quality care for both local and international patients.