Kidney biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Djuran Bogdan is a urological surgeon at Dievo Surgery Center in Kyiv. He treats complex cases involving prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer. Dr. Bogdan provides expert second opinions for difficult clinical situations. He works at a clinic accredited by the European Board of Urology.

• Performs laser enucleation and vaporization of the prostate gland.
• Conducts laparoscopic radical nephrectomy and pelvic-ureteral plastic surgery.
• Specializes in laser dissection of bladder tumors and urethral strictures.
• Performs percutaneous nephrolithotripsy and intrarenal retrograde surgery.

Associate Professor Ayse Irem Yasin is a board-certified medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. She specializes in urological cancers, where kidney biopsy is a vital tool for precise diagnosis.

• Completed an oncologic observership at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA
• Earned the ESMO Board Certificate in Paris for international oncology standards
• Fellowship trained in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Specializes in diagnosing and treating urological and gastrointestinal malignancies
• Held a clinical residency at Basel University Hospital in Switzerland

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Dr. Mehmet Tekin Akpolat is a nephrologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He specializes in chronic kidney disease and hypertension management. Dr. Akpolat completed a fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He has authored over 15 books for patients and medical professionals.

• Serves as a Professor of Medicine at İstinye University.
• Treats complex conditions including nephritis, renal failure, and hypertension.
• Expert in renal transplantation, dialysis, and chronic patient management.
• Works at Liv Hospital Ulus, which holds JCI and ISO 9001 certifications.

The doctor completed specialization training in Radiation Oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, the doctor completed an undergraduate degree in Medicine, taught in English, at the same institution from 2004 to 2011. The doctor has a strong foundation in medical education, beginning with high school education at Sixteen Numbered Shirvan School in Azerbaijan from 1998 to 2004.

Professor Orhan Tanriverdi leads urological care at Liv Hospital Ulus. He performs specialized kidney biopsy procedures using advanced imaging for high precision.

• Holds certifications from the World Surgical Infection Society
• Performs minimally invasive surgery for complex kidney and urological conditions
• Member of the European Association of Urology and American Urological Association
• Author of 31 articles in international medical journals
• Presented research at 71 global medical congresses

Dr. Turkan Ozturk Topcu is a clinical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She maintains professional ties with the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA. She specializes in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Topcu is a member of both ESMO and ASCO.

• Completed a fellowship at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Clinic in Canada.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including liver, pancreatic, and gynecological cancers.
• Held clinical roles at major institutions like Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Dr. Senem Karabulut is a medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a professor and holds a PhD in molecular oncology. Dr. Karabulut is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Board. She previously trained as an observer at University Hospital in New Jersey, USA.

• Specializes in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and breast cancers.
• Treats hepatobiliary system tumors, lung cancer, and genitourinary malignancies.
• Qualified by the Turkish Medical Oncology Society Board Exam.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility.

Dr. Onder Yavascan is a specialized pediatric nephrologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He performs kidney biopsy procedures to diagnose complex renal tissue disorders in children.

• Completed a specialized fellowship in pediatric nephrology at Ege University.
• Integrates advanced kidney expertise with foundational child health care.
• Trained at Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital.
• Focuses on diagnosing chronic and acute kidney diseases in young patients.
• Held clinical roles across several major Turkish university hospitals.

Professor Tolga Akman leads the urology department at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital. He specializes in kidney biopsy and oncological surgeries for kidney cancer.

• Professor of Medicine at a leading Istanbul hospital
• Expert in laparoscopic urology for minimally invasive kidney procedures
• Performs complex nephrectomies to treat malignant kidney tumors
• Specializes in pediatric urology including backward urine flow conditions
• Trained at Istanbul University School of Medicine

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He specializes in radiation oncology and thermoradiotherapy. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Engin treats complex cases like glioblastoma and stage 4 lung cancer.

• Performs advanced procedures including CyberKnife and targeted radiotherapy.
• Served as Director and Professor at Anadolu Medical Center.
• Former Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Department at Uludağ University.
• Awarded a research scholarship by the US National Cancer Institute (NIH).

Professor Ahmet Cag Cal leads urology at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He performs kidney biopsy procedures with a focus on urological oncology and complex kidney conditions.

• Trained at the Mayo Clinic and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in the USA
• Performs fusion biopsies – a specific technique that increases diagnostic accuracy
• Treats complex cases including polycystic kidney disease and renal cancers
• Holds the rank of Professor of Medicine in the Department of Urology
• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for kidney and prostate health

Dr. Antonio Cubillo Gracián leads the Medical Oncology Service at HM Sanchinarro. He pioneered a liquid biopsy program in Spain for molecular tumor analysis.

• Directs postgraduate research at HM CIOCC – a leading cancer center in Spain
• Specializes in digestive and gastrointestinal oncology diagnostics
• Co-investigator for the Start Madrid program – leads clinical trials for new therapies
• Former tutor for external medical rotants training in oncology practices
• Associate Professor of Oncology at USP CEU – teaches future specialists

Dr. Banu Erkalma is a nephrologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in kidney transplantation and chronic renal failure management. Dr. Erkalma is a member of the European Renal Association–European Dialysis and Transplant Association. She previously practiced at Acıbadem International Hospital and Istanbul Medeniyet University City Hospital.

• Treats complex conditions like glomerulonephritis, cystic kidney diseases, and hypertension.
• Performs specialized procedures including kidney biopsies and peritoneal dialysis.
• Expertise in managing genetic kidney diseases and acute renal failure.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Professor Son Dong Wan is the Chief of Urology at Na-Eun Hospital. He holds a Ph.D. in urology from Pusan National University.

• Specializes in urologic oncology for precise kidney biopsy and cancer diagnosis
• Fellowship trained at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital
• Completed a visiting professorship at the University of California San Diego
• Winner of the Best Poster Award from the European Association of Urology
• Member of the Korean Urologic Oncology Society

Dr. Suleyman Tevfik Ecder is a nephrologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey. He is a former scientific research fellow at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Ecder specializes in managing chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and fluid-electrolyte disorders. He has held high-ranking academic roles, including a professoriate of internal medicine.

• Completed a visiting scholarship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the USA.
• Received a research fellowship from the International Society of Nephrology.
• Performs specialized procedures including robotic-assisted nephrectomy and kidney biopsies.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves as a Center of Excellence for robotic surgery.