Polycystic Kidney Disease Doctors Worldwide

Professor Fatih Kurtuluş is a European Board-certified urologist with deep expertise in urologic conditions including polycystic kidney disease. He combines advanced training with extensive clinical practice.

• Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU)
• Specialized training in endourology and uro-oncology at top European hospitals
• Published researcher with awards for uro-oncology work
• Professor of Urology with academic leadership roles
• Member of European Association of Urology and other professional societies

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.

Prof. Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay brings over 35 years of medical experience, with 25 specializing in urology, including advanced treatment for polycystic kidney disease.

• Professor of Urology at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital
• Trained in Endourology and Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Rochester
• Authored over 100 scientific publications
• Member of the European Association of Urology

Prof. Dr. Ihsan Karaman brings over 35 years of urology expertise, with specialized training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

• Former Chief of Urology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Published over 300 academic papers, cited internationally 1000+ times
• Founder of Turkish Society for Pediatric Urology
• Holds a PhD in History of Medicine and Medical Ethics
• Member of Scientific Programme Council of Société Internationale d'Urologie

Prof. Tolga Akman specializes in complex urological surgeries, including kidney procedures at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Over 24 years of experience in urology
• Expert in laparoscopic and minimally invasive kidney surgeries
• Professor of Medicine with extensive academic background
• Performs radical and partial nephrectomies

Prof. Ahmet Cag Cal brings decades of urology expertise, including training at Mayo Clinic and UCLA, to Medicana Bursa Hospital.

• Over 38 years of experience in urology
• Trained at prestigious institutions like Mayo Clinic and UCLA
• Professor of Medicine at Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in complex urological conditions

Dr. Akbulut specializes in Polycystic kidney disease treatments with a strong research background in urology and minimally invasive techniques.

• Over 22 years of experience in urology, including specialized training at Istanbul University
• Published multiple studies on kidney stone treatments and nephrolithotomy techniques
• Works at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, a leading facility for urological care
• Expert in mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy for kidney stone management

Prof. Sebastian Melchior is a top urologist in Germany, recognized by Focus magazine. He specializes in robotic surgery for genitourinary tumors.

• 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 urology

Dr. Balys Dainys specializes in urology, providing expert care for patients with polycystic kidney disease at the Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Center.

• Experienced in managing complex urological conditions
• Focuses on individualized treatment plans
• Works at a well-equipped diagnostic and treatment center

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Romero-Otero specializes in prostatic pathology and reconstructive surgery 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 70+ research papers in indexed journals

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.