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Best Kidney transplant doctors: TOP 19 doctors

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Volkan Turunc

  • Leading doctor for Kidney transplant
  • 4.7 Excellent 345 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Turunc specializes in kidney transplants, currently leading the Kidney Transplant Center at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

    • Over 13 years of dedicated practice in kidney transplant surgeries
    • Former assistant specialist at Medical Park Goztepe Hospital's transplant center
    • Member of multiple prestigious surgical associations
    • Also experienced in liver transplant procedures
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Kidney transplant
$15,000 - $15,000
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Bulent Unal

  • 5 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Bulent Unal leads the Department of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Florence Nightingale Hospital, specializing in complex kidney transplants.

    • Over 20 years of experience in general surgery and transplantation
    • Trained in transplantation surgery at University of Giessen-Marburg, Germany
    • Published extensively on liver and kidney transplantation outcomes
    • Member of International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, and Oncologists
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Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Prof. Abuzer Dirican

  • 5 Excellent 51 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Renowned liver transplant expert with extensive experience at İnönü University Liver Transplant Institute – now leading Florence Nightingale Hospital's surgical oncology department.

    • Specializes in complex hepatobiliary and transplant surgeries
    • Published research on liver transplantation techniques
    • Fellowship-trained in advanced transplantation methods
    • Academic professor with surgical training leadership
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Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $18,000
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Bulent Unal

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
    • Dr. Bulent Unal specializes in kidney transplant using precise surgical techniques.
    • He has international practice experience, notably in Spain and the USA.
    • Recipient of the International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award.
    • He is a certified general surgeon and a member of the American Society of Breast Cancer.
    • Dr. Unal has been recognized for his achievements in kidney transplant procedures.
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Kidney transplant
$19,500 - $22,000
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Halil Er

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Associate Professor Halil Er specializes in kidney transplants with extensive academic and clinical experience.

    • Over 15 years in transplant surgery
    • Published multiple studies on renal transplant outcomes
    • Member of Turkey's Coordination Association of Organ Transplantation Organizations
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Kidney transplant
$19,500 - $22,000
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Huseyin Cagatay Aydin

  • Leading doctor for Kidney transplant
  • 4.6 Excellent 472 reviews
  • 30 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Prof. Aydin has performed kidney transplants for over 20 years, including leadership roles at Johns Hopkins and Medipol Mega University Hospital.

    • Former Head of Organ Transplantation at Johns Hopkins Kidney Transplant Center
    • Published 35+ scientific papers on organ transplant studies
    • Member of Turkish Transplantation Centers Coordinators Association
    • Specializes in both living and deceased donor kidney transplants
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Kidney transplant
$16,500 - $20,000
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Ayhan Dinсkan

  • Leading doctor for Kidney transplant
  • 4.4 Good 17 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir
  • Prof. Dinckan has performed over 5,000 kidney transplants, including 350 pediatric cases. He leads the Organ Transplant Center at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

    • Performs simultaneous multi-organ transplants – 14 liver-kidney and 74 pancreas-kidney cases
    • Director of Organ Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery Center
    • Trained at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's leading transplant centers
    • Member of Turkish Coordination Association of Transplant Centers
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Antonio Alcaraz

  • 4.4 Good 6 reviews
  • 38 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital Quiron Barcelona
  • Head of Urology at Teknon Medical Center, Dr. Alcaraz has performed 500+ kidney transplants and urological surgeries using advanced minimally invasive techniques.

    • 30+ years specializing in urology and transplantology
    • Expert in Da Vinci robotic-assisted surgeries
    • Member of American Urological Confederation and European Urological Society
    • Treats both adult kidney conditions and pediatric urological disorders
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Halil Erdis

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Specializes in kidney transplantation with extensive training in hepatobiliary surgery and organ transplants. Works at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Graduated from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine
    • Completed specialization in General Surgery at Pamukkale University
    • Clinical Fellow at Sisli Florence Nightingale Hospital
    • Assistant Professor at Pamukkale University Faculty of Medicine
    • Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices
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Kidney transplant
$19,500 - $22,000
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Abuzer Dirican

  • Leading doctor for Kidney transplant
  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 31 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Prof. Dr. Abuzer Dirican has over 20 years of experience in kidney and liver transplants, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques. He's performed 1000+ liver transplants and received multiple awards for his work.

    • Specializes in kidney cancer, polycystic kidney disease, and kidney cysts
    • Trained at Hacettepe University and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
    • Member of Liver Transplantation Association and other prestigious societies
    • Recipient of International Liver Transplantation Society Young Investigator Award
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Kidney transplant
$19,500 - $22,000
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Navaneethan Subramanian

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • India, Bengaluru, Manipal Hospitals
  • Dr. Subramanian specializes in kidney transplants at Manipal Hospitals, bringing focused expertise to complex cases.

    • Specializes in liver and kidney transplants
    • Works at Manipal Hospitals, a leading healthcare provider
    • Focuses on transplantology with a patient-centered approach
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Jitendra Goswami

  • 4.7 Excellent 3 reviews
  • India, Bengaluru, Manipal Hospitals
  • Dr. Goswami specializes in kidney transplants at Manipal Hospitals, focusing on comprehensive patient care.

    • Experienced nephrologist with a focus on kidney transplants
    • Works at Manipal Hospitals, a leading healthcare institution
    • Dedicated to personalized treatment plans for each patient
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Kirpal Singh Chugh

  • New
  • India, Gurgaon, Fortis Gurgaon
  • Over 6,000 successful kidney transplants – Professor Chugh is considered the father of nephrology in India.

    • First specialist in India to perform kidney biopsy and transplant
    • Published over 500 scientific papers in elite journals
    • Honorary Fellow of the Royal Institution of Physicians
    • Vice President of the Council of Nephrologists since 1997
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Jung Cheol-woong

  • New
  • 15 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Korea University Anam Hospital
  • Trained at top international centers including Queen Mary Hospital and University of Cincinnati, specializing in kidney transplant surgery.

    • Fellowship in transplant surgery accredited by American Society of Transplantation
    • Member of International Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association
    • Regular member of The Transplantation Society
    • Also part of American Society of Transplant Surgeons
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Umit Ozcelik

  • 4.9 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Dr. Ozcelik specializes in kidney transplants with extensive surgical training at Baskent University – one of Turkey's leading medical institutions.

    • Over 10 years of experience in general surgery
    • Trained at Baskent University's renowned surgical program
    • Worked at Istanbul Aydın University's Health Practice and Research Center
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Kidney transplant
$19,500 - $22,000
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Soykan Barlas

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Dr. Soykan Barlas specializes in kidney transplants, with extensive experience in both adult and pediatric cases. He has contributed significantly to the field through research and surgical innovation.

    • Over 20 published articles on kidney transplant and general surgery
    • Expert in hand-assisted retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy
    • Academic lecturer at Demiroğlu Science University
    • Works at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
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Mesut Pekmez

  • 4.9 Excellent 7 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Ankara, Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital
  • Dr. Pekmez specializes in kidney transplants at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, bringing extensive surgical experience to complex cases.

    • Over 10 years of experience in general surgery
    • Trained at Ankara Baskent University – a leading institution for surgical education
    • Member of the Ankara Surgical Association
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Kidney transplant
$12,000 - $14,750
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Halil Erbis

  • New
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Specializes in abdominal organ transplants – including kidney, liver, and pancreas procedures at Biruni University Hospital.

    • Over 12 years of experience in transplant surgery
    • Trained at Dokuz Eylül University and Pamukkale University
    • Member of Turkey Organ Transplant Organizations Coordination Association
    • Expertise in laparoscopic and oncological surgery
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Ertan Emek

  • New
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Over 15 years in kidney transplant surgery – Dr. Emek brings deep expertise from Istanbul’s top training institutions to Biruni University Hospital.

    • Specialized in organ transplantation at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
    • Trained at Başkent University – a leading center for transplant surgery
    • Member of ILTS (International Liver Transplantation Society)
    • Performs transplants at Biruni University Medicana Hospital
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Bookimed Insights: Top Kidney transplant Specialists

Bookimed has coordinated 11634 requests for Kidney transplant, working with 19 specialists worldwide. The doctors in this table consistently stand out for their credentials and expertise in addressing specific patient needs. All information comes from actual patient cases and treatment offers created by our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
26 years of experienceKidney transplant patientsLeads central transplant programs at major hospitals, combining kidney and liver transplant expertise. Member of multiple national surgical societies.
Turkey
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30 years of experienceComplex kidney transplant casesHead of Surgical Oncology with specialized training in Germany. Published research on transplantation techniques and outcomes. Member of multiple international surgical associations.
Turkey
Price on request
30 years of experienceComplex liver transplantsLed Turkey's premier liver transplant program before moving to Florence Nightingale. Pioneering researcher with published findings on transplant techniques.
Turkey
Price on request
30 years of experienceComplex kidney transplantsRecognized for excellence in liver transplantation with awards from international bodies. Member of Surgical Oncology Association's Board of Directors.
Turkey
Price on request
25 years of experienceComplex renal transplant casesAcademic leader in transplantology with published research on renal outcomes. Member of Turkey's top organ transplantation association.
Turkey
Price on request
30 years of experienceComplex kidney transplant casesFormer Head of Organ Transplantation at Johns Hopkins – brings advanced international expertise. Published 35+ papers on transplant outcomes.
Turkey
Price on request
22 years of experiencePediatric kidney transplantsSpecializes in pediatric cases – 350+ children's kidney transplants. Performs complex multi-organ procedures. Heads Istinye University's transplant program.
Turkey
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38 years of experienceComplex kidney transplantsPerforms robotic-assisted transplants with Da Vinci system – combines experience with innovative approaches. Heads urology department at leading Barcelona hospital.
Spain
Price on request
15 years of experienceKidney transplantationSpecializes in kidney and liver transplants with hepatobiliary surgery expertise. Certified in Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practices.
Turkey
Price on request
31 years of experienceComplex kidney transplant casesPerformed 1000+ liver transplants with minimally invasive techniques. Award-winning surgeon with international training at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Turkey
Price on request