EDUCATION:
2000 - SSK Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, .
1996 - Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
EXPERIENCE:
2019 - Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital
2017 - 2019 - Private Adatıp Kurtköy Hospital
2005 - 2017 - Private Avicenna Umut Hospital
2003 - 2005 - SSK Yalova Regional Hospital
2002 - 2003 - Kayseri Military Hospital
He graduated in Medicine at the Malaga University and specialised in Urology at the Carlos Haya Hospital in the same province.
He travelled to the United States in 2012 for a study stay at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre in New York. Specifically, at the Oncology Unit leaded by Dr Karim Touijer.
Years later, he consolidated his training with specialist courses in lower urinary tract surgery, advanced renal surgery, urinary incontinence and pelvic floor surgery, male urology surgery at the Cardenal Herrera University in Valencia and a Master in the Update of Urologic Surgery at the Cardenal Herrera University.
Professional Experience
• Urology Consultant at the Poniente Hospital 2016.
• Urology Consultant in Área Sanitaria Norte 2016-2017
• Urology Consultant. Carlos Haya Hospital, Malaga 2017-2020.
• Member of the Renal Transplant Unit of the Carlos Haya Hospital, Malaga 2017-2020.
• Co-founder of the Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga 2019
• Head of the Urology Unit at the Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital 2019- currently
Scientific/ research activities
• Clinical Mentor of medical students of the Faculty of Medicine of Malaga. 2016-2020
• Author of multiple articles for national and international journals, contributions and editor of the “Manual of Basic Urologic Pathologies in Primary Care and A&E”.
The Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital Urology Unit deals with the study, diagnosis and treatment of the conditions affecting the urinary system, the suprarenal glands and the retroperitoneum of both male and female patients, as well as the male reproductive system.
The team of experts and the nursing team in this Unit have vast expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of the various pathologies treated by this speciality.
We cover all the medical, preventative and surgical aspects in order to offer early detection, an adequate diagnosis and an accurate treatment. Our main objective is to offer the highest quality in humane treatment and scientific knowledge with a clear and decisive vocation of patient service.
The Urology Unit performs its activities at the A&E Unit (helping with any urologic emergency 24 hours a day and 365 days a year) and at the Outpatient Consultations Unit (helping patients with an appointment from Monday to Friday, morning and afternoon)
Dr. Castaño currently works in the field of Functional Urology at the CES University Clinic in Medellin Colombia. He completed his residency in urology at the same University in 2005. He has been working on educational projects for the Colombian Society of Urology in the Department of Urodynamics and Incontinence (former director 2013/2015) and also served as Director in the Urodynamics, Pelvic Floor and Incontinence working group of the American Confederation of Urology between 2014 and 2018.
He is currently an active member of the Neuro-Urology promotion committee and the neuro-urology school of the International Continence Society (ICS).
In addition to general urology, his field of action focuses mainly on the treatment of men and women with functional and anatomical alterations of the lower urinary tract and who present with urinary incontinence (stress urinary incontinence, overactive bladder and urinary incontinence after prostate surgery) or urinary retention (prostate growth, functional obstruction of the lower urinary tract, urethral stricture).
Dr. Castaño is internationally recognized for his work related to Neuromodulation and Neurostimulation in idiopathic and neurogenic dysfunction of the lower urinary tract and continues to actively participate in the education of fellows and residents, conferences, clinical research and publication in medical journals, also as a reviewer for some indexed medical journals such as Neurourology and Urodynamics.
IMPORTANT INFO:
SPECIALIZATION
MEMBER OF PRIVATE MEDICAL ASSOCIATIONS
POSITIONS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Achieved outstanding success in the treatment of the following pathologies:
Experience
2017 - 2022 Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Associate Professor
2017 - 2022 Haseki Training and Research Hospital
2013 - 2017 Haseki Training and Research Hospital
2013 - 2017 Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Chief Resident
2010 - 2013 Silivri State Hospital (Compulsory Service Obligation)
2008 - 2008 University of Michigan Medical School
2005 - 2010 Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of Urology
Education
2010 Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of Urology
2004 Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty
Publications
International Peer-Reviewed Journals:
Culpan M, Atis G, Sanli O, Bozkurt Y, Atmaca AF, Semerci B, Kutsal C, Canda AE, Akbulut F, Tugcu V, Boylu U, Erturhan S, Koca O, Ateş F, Halis F, Soyupek S, Turna B, Cakmak S, Sahin S, Erdem S, Yildirim A. "Comparison of Tumor Enucleation and Standard Partial Nephrectomy According to Trifecta Outcomes: A Multicenter Study by the Turkish Academy of Urology, Uro-Oncology Working Group." J Invest Surg. 2022 May;35(5):1112-1118.
Sahan M, Sarilar O, Akbulut MF, Demir E, Savun M, Sen O, Ozgor F. "Flexible ureterorenoscopy and laser lithotripsy with regional anesthesia vs general anesthesia: A prospective randomized study." Int Braz J Urol. 2020 Nov-Dec;46(6):1010-1018.
Cubuk A, Yanaral F, Savun M, Ayranci A, Erbin A, Yazici O, Akbulut MF, Sarilar O. "Modified autologous transobturator tape surgery - evaluation of short-term results." Ginekol Pol. 2020;91(2):51-56.
Kandemir E, Savun M, Sezer A, Erbin A, Akbulut MF, Sarilar Ö. "Comparison of Miniaturized Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy and Standard Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in Secondary Patients: A Randomized Prospective Study." J Endourol. 2020 Jan;34(1):26-32.
Ucpinar B, Erbin A, Ayranci A, Caglar U, Alis D, Basal S, Sarilar O, Akbulut MF. "Prediction of recurrence in non-muscle invasive bladder cancer patients. Do patient characteristics matter?" J BUON. 2019 Jul-Aug;24(4):1659-1665.
Ozdemir H, Erbin A, Sahan M, Savun M, Cubuk A, Yazici O, Akbulut MF, Sarilar O. "Comparison of supine and prone miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy in the treatment of lower pole, middle pole and renal pelvic stones: A matched pair analysis." Int Braz J Urol. 2019 Sep-Oct;45(5):956-964.
Erbin A, Ucpinar B, Cubuk A, Yazici O, Uysal H, Savun M, Basal S, Akbulut MF. "The Impact of Sheath Size in Miniaturized Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in Adult Patients; A Matched-pair Analysis." Urol J. 2019 Dec 24;16(6):536-540.
Güler A, Erbin A, Ucpinar B, Savun M, Sarilar O, Akbulut MF. "Comparison of miniaturized percutaneous nephrolithotomy and standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy for the treatment of large kidney stones: a randomized prospective study." Urolithiasis. 2019 Jun;47(3):289-295.
Yanaral F, Ozgor F, Savun M, Agbas A, Akbulut F, Sarilar O. "Shock-wave Lithotripsy for Pediatric Patients: Which Nomogram Can Better Predict Postoperative Outcomes?" Urology. 2018 Jul;117:126-130.
Arslan B, Akbulut MF, Onuk O, Küçüktopçu O, Çilesiz NC, Ozkan A, Yazıcı G. "A comparison of Amplatz dilators and metal dilators for tract dilatation in mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy." Int Urol Nephrol. 2017 Apr;49(4):581-585.
Akbulut F, Kucuktopcu O, Kandemir E, Ucpinar B, Ozgor F, Simsek A, Arslan B, Erbin A, Yanaral F, Binbay M, Gurbuz G. "Efficacy and safety of mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy in obese patients." Springerplus. 2016 Jul 22;5(1):1148.
Sancak EB, Oguz S, Akbulut T, Uludag A, Akbas A, Kurt O, Akbulut MF. "Female sexual dysfunction in androgenetic alopecia: Case-control study." Can Urol Assoc J. 2016, July;10(7-8):E251-256.
Akbulut F, Kucuktopcu O, Kandemir E, Sonmezay E, Simsek A, Ozgor F, Binbay M, Muslumanoglu AY, Gurbuz G. "Comparison of flexible ureterorenoscopy and mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy in treatment of lower calyceal stones smaller than 2 cm." Ren Fail. 2016;38(1):163-7.
Tok A, Akbulut F, Buldu I, Karatag T, Kucuktopcu O, Gurbuz G, Istanbulluoglu O, Armagan A, Tepeler A, Tasci AI. "Comparison of microperc and mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy for medium-sized lower calyx stones." Urolithiasis. 2016 Apr;44(2):155-9.
Akbulut F, Tok A, Penbegul N, Daggulli M, Eryildirim B, Adanur S, Gurbuz G, Celik H, Utangac MM, Dede O, Bodakcı MN, Tepeler A, Sarica K. "Colon perforation related to percutaneous nephrolithotomy: from diagnosis to treatment." Urolithiasis. 2015 Nov;43(6):521-6.
Ozluk Y, Sari S, Guzel NT, Firat P, Akbulut F, Kilicaslan I. "Mixed epithelial and stromal tumor of the kidney with sarcomatous transformation metastatic to the lung: A case report." Anal Quant Cytopathol Histpathol. 2015 Jun;37(3):199-205.
Ozgor F, Kucuktopcu O, Sarilar O, Toptas M, Simsek A, Gurbuz ZG, Akbulut MF, Binbay M. "Does previous open renal surgery or percutaneous nephrolithotomy affect the outcomes and complications of percutaneous nephrolithotomy." Urolithiasis. 2015 Nov;43(6):541-7.
Ugurlu İM, Akman T, Binbay M, Tekinarslan E, Yazıcı Ö, Akbulut MF, Özgör F, Müslümanoğlu AY. "Outcomes of retrograde flexible ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy for stone disease in patients with anomalous kidneys." Urolithiasis. 2015 Feb;43(1):77-82.
Simsek A, Ozgor F, Kirecci SL, Akbulut MF, Sonmezay E, Yuksel B, Kucuktopcu O, Gurbuz ZG. "Results of tension-free vaginal tape for recurrent stress urinary incontinence after unsuccessful transobturator tape surgery." J Obstet Gynaecol Res. 2014 Jun;40(6):1764-9.
Simsek A, Kirecci SL, Kucuktopcu O, Ozgor F, Akbulut MF, Sarilar O, Ozkuvanci U, Gurbuz ZG. "Comparison of paroxetine and dapoxetine, a novel selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor in the treatment of premature ejaculation." Asian J Androl. 2014 Sep-Oct;16(5):725-7.
Akbulut F, Kucuktopcu O, Sonmezay E, Simsek A, Ozgor F, Gurbuz ZG. "Partial penectomy after debridement of a Fournier's gangrene progressing with an isolated penile necrosis." Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2014 Sep;20(5):385-8.
Simsek A, Ozgor F, Yuksel B, Kucuktopcu O, Kirecci SL, Toptas M, Sarilar O, Berberoglu AY, Gurbuz ZG, Mimaroglu S, Akbulut F, Baykal M, Arslan B, Savun M, Ucpinar B. "Female sexual function after transobturator tape in women with urodynamic stress urinary incontinence." Springerplus. 2014 Sep 30;3:570.
Akbulut F, Akman T, Salabas E, Dincer M, Ortac M, Kadioglu A. "Neurovascular bundle dissection for Nesbit procedure in congenital penile curvature patients: medial or lateral?" Asian J Androl. 2014 May-Jun;16(3):442-5.
Kadioglu A, Sanli O, Akman T, Canguven O, Aydin M, Akbulut F, Kucukdurmaz F. "Factors Affecting the Degree of Penile Deformity in Peyronie's Disease: An Analysis of 1001 Patients." J Androl. 2011 Sep-Oct;32(5):502-8.
Akman T, Sanli O, Uluocak N, Akbulut F, Nane I, Demir S, Kadioglu A. "The most commonly altered type of Peyronie's disease deformity under oral colchicine treatment is lateral curvature that mostly shifts to the dorsal side." Andrologia. 2011 Feb;43(1):28-33.
Akbulut MF, Sanli O, Kadioglu A. "Editorial Comment on: Are Infertile Men Less Healthy than Fertile Men? Results of a Prospective Case-Control Survey." Eur Urol. 2009 Dec;56(6):1032.
Acar O, Akinci M, Uluocak N, Akbulut F, Kilicaslan I, Gokce O. "Paratesticular metastasis of malignant melanoma: a case report." Kaohsiung J Med Sci. 2008 Jun;24(6):315-8.
Çubuk A, Erbin A, Savun M, Ayranci A, Üçpınar B, Yanaral F, Sarılar Ö, Basal Ş, Akbulut MF. "Autologous transobturator midurethral sling." Turk J Urol. 2018 Dec 21;45(3):230-232.
Sarılar Ö, Özgör F, Küçüktopçu O, Uçpınar B, Akbulut MF, Savun M, Gürbüz ZG, Binbay M. "Is standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy still the standard treatment modality for renal stones less than three centimeters?" Turk J Urol. 2017 Jun;43(2):165-170.
Akbulut F, Savun M, Ucpinar B, Sahan M, Arslan B, Ozgor F, Simsek A, Berberoglu AY, Baykal M, Binbay M. "Duplicated Renal System with H Shaped Ureter: An Extraordinary Anomaly." Case Rep Urol. 2016;2016:4062515.
Akbulut F, Kucuktopcu O, Kandemir E, Sonmezay E, Simsek A, Ucpinar B, Ozgor F, Gurbuz G. "Comparison of efficacy of laser lithotripter with ultrasonic lithotripter in mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy." Arch Ital Urol Androl. 2016 Jan 14;87(4):276-9.
Ozgor F, Simsek A, Aydogdu O, Kucuktopcu O, Sarilar O, Berberoglu AY, Akbulut MF, Binbay M. "Bleeding during laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: Can a hemostatic matrix help to improve hemostasis?"
Personal information
Title: Associate Professor
Branch: Urology
Work History:
1 Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital
2 Kars State Hospital
3 Çatalca İlyas Çokay State Hospital
4 Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine Urology Clinic
5 Gayrettepe Florence Nightinagle Hospital
Medical Specialties and Subspecialties:
Laparoscopic Surgery
Education
2007 - Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
2012 - Istanbul Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital (Specialization)
Specializations
Prostate Diseases Treatment
Kidney, Urinary Tract, Bladder Stone and Tumor Treatment
Infertility, Treatment of Sexual Diseases
Urinary Incontinence Treatment
Circumcision, Undescended Testicle Treatment
Specializations
RIRS (Laser Stone Breaking in the Kidney)
Open-Closed Prostate Surgeries
Urological Cancer Surgeries
Urinary Incontinence Treatment
Infertility Treatment
Areas Of Interest
Urooncology
Robotic Urology and Endourology
Laser Technologies and Laser Prostate Surgeries (HoLEP, ThuFLEP)
MRI Transrectal/Transperineal Ultrasonography Prostate Fusion Biopsy
Endoscopic Stone Surgery
Education
Gulhane Military Medical Academy
Experience
Liv Ulus Hospital
Kolan International Hospital
Gülhane Education and Research Hospital
Gulhane Military Medical Faculty
University of Health Sciences, Gülhane Faculty of Medicine
Memberships
Turkish Urological Association
Society of Endourology
European Society of Urology (EAU)
American Urological Association (AUA)
World Society of Endourolog
Dr. Eymen Gazel is a leading uro-oncology specialist. He is known for advanced surgical treatment of prostate, kidney, bladder, and testicular cancers. Dr. Gazel specializes in minimally invasive, robot-assisted, and laparoscopic surgeries. These techniques help patients recover faster and achieve better outcomes.
Dr. Gazel is a pioneer in laser prostate surgery. He performs advanced HoLEP and ThuFLEP procedures, which set new standards for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). He is also an expert in stone disease. Dr. Gazel uses modern endourology methods to treat complex urinary tract stones without open surgery.
He completed his medical training at Hacettepe University and specialized at Turkey High Specialization Hospital. Dr. Gazel has worked at leading hospitals, including Acıbadem Ankara. He is an active member of the Turkish Urology Association and the Endourology Society. His career reflects a strong commitment to excellence and innovation in urology.
Dr. Tolga Okutucu is a Turkish urologist with expertise in men’s health, sexual health, and advanced urological disorders. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2006. He completed his urology specialty training at the same university in 2012. Dr. Okutucu has worked at leading medical centers, including Anadolu Medical Center (affiliated with Johns Hopkins) and Medicana Ataşehir Hospital. He has also contributed to international emergency medical teams.
He specializes in prostate MR fusion biopsy, uro-oncologic robotic surgery, and treatments for erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and urinary system cancers. Dr. Okutucu is an instructor at EMPACADEMY, where he provides training on ESWT and modern urological techniques. He holds several accreditations in robotic surgery and sexual health education.
Areas Of Interest
Laser Prostate Surgery (HoLEP, ThuFLEP)
Robotic and Laparoscopic Urological Surgery
Robotic MR/ Ultrasound Prostate Fusion Biopsy
Urological Oncologic Surgery
Andrology
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (water vapor to the prostate)
Focal Treatment for Prostate Cancer (HIFU, Nano Knife)
Education
Elementary school- Kolak, Denizli, Turkey (1986 - 1990)
Secondary School- Yenimahalle School, Yatagan, Turkey (1990 - 1994)
High School- Turgutreis High School, Muğla, Turkey (1994 - 1998)
Gülhane Military Medical Academy Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey (1998 - 2004)
Gülhane Military Medical Academy Urology Clinic Specialty Training, Ankara, Turkey (2007 - 2012)
Experience
Liv Ulus Hospital
Şişli Kolan International Hospital
Istanbul University of Health and Technology
Gülhane Military Medical Academy (GATA)
Gülhane Education and Research Hospital
University of Health Sciences, Gülhane Faculty of Medicine
Memberships
Turkish Urological Association
Society of Endourology
European Society of Urology (EAU)
American Urological Association (AUA)
World Society of Endourology
After graduating in Medicine and Surgery, Dr. Saltutti specialized in Urology, gaining advanced expertise in treating disorders of the male and female urinary system, as well as the male reproductive system. Throughout his professional journey, he has focused on innovative and minimally invasive surgical techniques, such as robotic and laparoscopic surgery, especially for the treatment of prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers.
Over the years, Dr. Saltutti has attended numerous national and international conferences, expanding his knowledge and contributing to the advancement of therapeutic and surgical techniques in the urological field. He is known for his clinical expertise and dedication to his patients, adopting a personalized approach to each case to ensure effective, high-quality care.
His work at GVM facilities, which boast cutting-edge technologies and a highly qualified medical team, allows Dr. Saltutti to offer comprehensive services ranging from early diagnosis to treatment and post-operative rehabilitation. His areas of specialization include, in addition to urological cancers, the treatment of prostate conditions, kidney stones, urinary incontinence, and male sexual dysfunction.
Thanks to his experience and passion for the medical profession, Dr. Carlo Saltutti is a reference point for patients seeking excellent urological care at the GVM group
Areas Of Interest
Laser Prostate Surgeries (HoLEP, ThuFLEP)
Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery
Robotic Transperineal Prostate MRI/Ultrasound Fusion Biopsy
Urological Oncological Surgeries
Female Urology
Neuro-Urology
Urethral Stenosis Surgeries (Graft Urethroplasty surgeries)
Education
Gulhane Military Medical Faculty
Gülhane Military Medical Academy Department of Urology
Experience
Liv Hospital Ulus
KOLAN International Hospital
Gülhane Training and Research Hospital
Gulhane Military Medical Academy Research
Evaluation of the effects of intracavernosal mitomycin-c administration on rat model in Peyroni’s disease (TÜBİTAK)
Effects of intradetrusor decorin injection on tissue histopathology in rabbits with partial bladder outlet obstruction (TÜBİTAK)
Memberships
Turkish Urological Association
Society of Endourology
European Society of Urology (EAU)
American Urological Association (AUA
Dr. Karim Ali is a Specialist Urologist with over 18 years of experience in the field of urology. He has worked at leading hospitals in Egypt and the UAE, handling a wide range of treatments and procedures for both male and female urological disorders. Dr. Karim Ali earned his Master’s degree in Urology from Ain Shams University and an MBBCH in Medicine from Misr University for Science and Technology in Egypt.
He is a member of several professional organisations, including the Egyptian Medical Syndicate, the European Association of Urology, and the American Urology Association. Dr. Karim is committed to providing comprehensive care and keeps himself updated through continuous medical education to offer the best treatment to his patients.