Leukoplakia of the Bladder Doctors Worldwide

Dr. Artur A. Antoniewicz, MD, PhD, is a urologist with more than 20 years of experience. He has led the Urology Department at Międzyleski Specialist Hospital in Warsaw for 7 years. He has been affiliated with the hospital for over 20 years. Since 2018, he has performed robot-assisted procedures at the Prostate Cancer Treatment Center.

He graduated from the First Faculty of Medicine at the Medical University of Warsaw. He is a specialist in urology and in general surgery (1992). He has worked at State Clinical Hospital No. 1 in Warsaw, the Department of Urology at the Medical University of Warsaw, and the Railway Hospital in Warsaw. He completed fellowships and training in Germany, France, Slovenia, and Italy.

He earned FEBU certification in 1999. He has served on the Scientific Committee of the Polish Urological Association since 2000. He is an active member of the Polish Urological Association, the European Board of Urology, the European Association of Urology, and the Société Internationale d’Urologie.

Prof. Dr. Hasan Biri specializes in robotic surgery for bladder conditions, with extensive uro-oncology experience at Koru Ankara Hospital.

• 39 years in urology, including international research in uro-oncology
• Founding president of Koru Healthcare Group
• Published 80+ national and international papers
• Trained at University of Southern California's Kneed Norris Uro-oncology Center

Dr. Tolga Akman specializes in urology with a strong focus on bladder-related conditions, including leukoplakia of the bladder, at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Urology residency from Istanbul University School of Medicine
• Expert in uro-oncology and laparoscopic surgery
• Currently a professor at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital

Dr. Yener Gultekin is a urologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He performs surgeries including nephrectomy, prostatectomy, and kidney-sparing procedures. Dr. Gultekin treats conditions such as kidney stones, polycystic kidney disease, prostatitis, and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Medicana Sivas Hospital has 219 beds and treats over 113,000 patients annually. Dr. Gultekin performs reconstructive and corrective urology, including procedures for varicocele, Peyronie's disease, and bladder leukoplakia.

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.

Dr. Gokce Gokhan is a urological surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital. He treats kidney cysts, prostate cancer, and bladder diseases. Dr. Gokhan specializes in surgical oncology and pediatric urology. He works at a facility that treats over 110,000 patients annually.

• Performs nephrectomy and kidney-sparing surgery.
• Treats male infertility and sexual health issues such as azoospermia and varicocele.
• Performs prostate treatments including HoLEP and prostatectomy.
• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) for kidney stone removal.

Prof. Sebastian Melchior specializes in robotic surgery for bladder conditions and was named one of Germany's best urologists by Focus magazine.

• Over 30 years of experience in tumor surgery
• Head of Urology and Nephrology at Bremen-Mitte Clinic
• Trained at Harvard and University of Washington
• Author of 10 scientific publications on genitourinary tumors

Dr. Ali Erhan Eren is a urologist and pediatric urologist at SALUSS Medical Group in Antalya. He treats complex conditions including Peyronie’s disease, azoospermia, and urethral strictures. Dr. Eren treats both adult and pediatric patients in sexology and urology.

He works at SALUSS Medical Group, which treats 600 international patients annually. The clinic holds a Turkish Medical Association accreditation. Dr. Eren offers online consultations for international patients. His practice covers stone disease, kidney cysts, and prostate conditions like BPH.

Prof. Dr. Ihsan Karaman brings over 35 years of urology expertise, specializing in complex bladder conditions at Medistate Hospital Istanbul.

• Former Chief of Urology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• PhD in History of Medicine and Medical Ethics
• Founder of Turkish Society for Pediatric Urology
• Published over 300 academic papers in urology
• Member of Société Internationale d'Urologie

Prof. Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay brings over 35 years of specialized urology experience, focusing on minimally invasive techniques at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Board-certified with international training in Endourology at University of Rochester
• Specializes in uro-oncology, including bladder conditions like leukoplakia
• Authored 100+ scientific publications on urological treatments
• Active member of European Association of Urology

Dr. Orhan Koca is a urological surgeon at Medistate Hospital Istanbul. He treats conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and kidney cysts. Dr. Koca performs robotic prostatectomies using the da Vinci system to preserve healthy tissue and shorten recovery time. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 200,000 patients annually.

• Performs Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
• Conducts microsurgical interventions for varicocele and artificial sphincter implantation.
• Treats urolithiasis and Peyronie’s disease using surgical correction.
• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and robotic nephrectomy.

Dr. Oner Sanli is a urological surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He treats kidney cysts, Peyronie’s disease, and benign testicular tumors. Dr. Sanli performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and is a pediatric urologist.

• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and nephrectomy for renal conditions.
• Treats male infertility and reproductive issues like azoospermia and varicocele.
• Uses High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for non-invasive tissue ablation.
• Practices at Estophia Hospital, a facility with 290+ beds and 80+ doctors.

The doctor is a highly trained urology specialist who completed extensive medical education and clinical training, including a degree from Azerbaijan Medical University and a comprehensive specialization in urology at the Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine. With a solid foundation in clinical practice gained during an internship at the Baku Republican Clinical Hospital, the doctor possesses deep expertise in the field.

The doctor's clinical focus encompasses a wide range of advanced urological disciplines, including endourology, urooncology, and andrology. Furthermore, the doctor is proficient in performing complex surgical interventions, with a specific emphasis on laparoscopic and robotic surgery, as well as pediatric urology.

Dr. Romero-Otero specializes in prostatic pathology and reconstructive surgery, with leadership roles at HM Hospitales in Madrid.

• Director of the Department at HM Hospitales
• Professor at Complutense University of Madrid
• Leader of an accredited R&D research group in male health
• Published over 70 research papers in indexed journals

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.

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.