Varicocele Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Prof. Dr. Özgür Haki Yüksel specializes in varicocele treatment with advanced endourology techniques at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• 23 years of urology experience with focus on andrology
• Trained in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at University of Michigan
• Published 34 international papers on urological conditions
• Board-certified by European Board of Urology (FEBU)
• Faculty member at Bahçeşehir University's urology department

Dr. George Tie has performed 1,800+ urological procedures at Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest. He specializes in treating urologic cancers and kidney stones. Dr. Tie performs robotic, laparoscopic, and endoscopic surgeries to help patients recover faster. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility recognized as a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence.

• Specializes in robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and robotic nephrectomy.
• Treats prostate issues using TURP, laser surgery, and TUIP techniques.
• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy and laser lithotripsy for kidney stones.
• Treats bladder cancer with transurethral resection and reconstruction.

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.

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).

Head of the Urology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella – specializes in male urology surgery with advanced training from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre.

• Expert in lower urinary tract and pelvic floor surgery
• Co-founded the Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga
• Member of the Renal Transplant Unit at Carlos Haya Hospital
• Author of multiple articles on urologic pathologies

Dr. Temel specializes in infertility treatment, including varicocele procedures, at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Performs RIRS (laser stone breaking in the kidney)
• Experienced in urological cancer surgeries
• Treats urinary incontinence
• Skilled in open-closed prostate surgeries

Dr. Zengin brings over 22 years of expertise in urology, specializing in varicocele treatment at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Hacettepe University graduate – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Extensive experience at Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in minimally invasive varicocele procedures

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.

With over 30 years of experience, Prof. Ilter Alkan specializes in varicocele treatment at Memorial Bodrum Hospital, combining advanced techniques with extensive expertise.

• Holds fellowships in laparoscopic and endourology in Austria and the UK
• Professor of Urology at Yeditepe University
• Long-standing member of the European Association of Urology
• Performs minimally invasive varicocele treatments

Associate professor and urology specialist with 21 years of experience – Dr. Onuk focuses on minimally invasive treatments at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Author of 25+ international research papers on urologic conditions
• Specializes in advanced techniques for male urologic issues
• Completed PhD in urology at Taksim Training and Research Hospital
• Member of multiple international urology research collaborations

Dr. Jang Hyun Kyung is a board-certified urologist. She completed her residency and clinical fellowship at Gachon University Gil Medical Center. She later served as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Urology at Korea University Ansan Hospital and at International St. Mary’s Hospital.

Her clinical interests include BPH, urolithiasis, urinary incontinence and voiding dysfunction, and urinary tract infections. She also focuses on male urology, pediatric urology, and urologic ultrasound.

Professional memberships: Full member of the Korean Urological Association, the Korean Continence Society, the Korean Society of Pediatric Urology, the Korean Association of Urogenital Tract Infection and Inflammation, and the Korean Society of Urological Ultrasound. Current affiliation: Urologist, Gibbeum Hospital.

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 with a focus on laparoscopic surgery – a less invasive approach for varicocele treatment.

• Over 19 years of experience in urology
• Performed surgeries at Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Currently practices at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale 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.

Specializes in varicocele and other male reproductive health issues, bringing focused expertise to patient care.

• Treats a wide range of urological conditions
• Focuses on prostate, kidney, and bladder treatments
• Experienced in infertility and sexual disease management

Specializes in infertility treatment and varicocele procedures at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in RIRS (Laser Stone Breaking in the Kidney)
• Performs open-closed prostate surgeries
• Experienced in urological cancer surgeries
• Treats urinary incontinence

Dr. Ozkan Onuk is an associate professor of urology at Hermes Clinics in Ankara. He performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP). Dr. Onuk treats Peyronie's disease, varicocele, and urolithiasis at a JCI-accredited facility.

• Performs kidney-sparing surgery and nephrectomy for renal conditions.
• Uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for tissue ablation.
• Specializes in reconstructive procedures like uretheroplasty and vasectomy.
• Performs flexible ureterorenoscopy (URS) for kidney stones.

Specialized in Andrology for over 18 years – Dr. Sertkaya holds the prestigious FEBU title from the European Association of Urology.

• Performed 900+ varicocele treatments
• Associate Professor of Urology since 2020
• Founder of Andro Expertise – Turkey's dedicated men's health clinic
• Trained with leading global Andrology professors