Pyeloplasty Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Yavuz brings international nephrology expertise from San Bortolo Hospital in Italy, specializing in complex kidney care at Medical Park Antalya.

• Trained in critical care nephrology and transplantation
• Associate professor at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of European and international nephrology societies
• Specializes in both nephrology and internal medicine

Dr. George Tie specializes in minimally invasive urological surgeries, including pyeloplasty, at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• High success rates with precision techniques
• Focuses on patient comfort and recovery

Head of Nephrology at Quirónsalud Marbella – specializes in renal diseases and diabetic nephropathy with extensive research in pancreatic islet transplants.

• Over 30 years of experience in nephrology
• Led multiple national and international research projects
• Author of numerous medical-scientific publications
• Specializes in multidisciplinary kidney care

Dr. Pazit Beckerman is the head of the Israeli Dialysis Registry. She works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked 7th globally. She specializes in chronic kidney disease and complex dialysis management. Dr. Beckerman completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania.

• Served as Acting Director of Nephrology at Sheba Medical Center.
• Treats acute kidney injury and hypertension-related renal disease.
• Expert in glomerular diseases, protein loss, and electrolyte disorders.
• Board member of the Israeli Society of Nephrology and Hypertension.

Trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre in New York – Dr. Vilches specializes in advanced urologic surgeries at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• Head of Urology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella since 2019
• Co-founder of Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga
• Member of Renal Transplant Unit at Carlos Haya Hospital
• Author of multiple articles in national and international journals

Dr. Kurshad Zengin brings over 22 years of urology experience, currently practicing at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Specialized in pyeloplasty and other urological procedures
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital
• Holds experience from multiple prestigious Turkish medical institutions
• Currently serves at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital's urology department

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).

19 years specializing in kidney care – Prof. Dr. Uslu focuses on complex kidney conditions at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir.

• Treated patients with hereditary kidney diseases and nephrotic syndromes
• Published research internationally on nephrology topics
• Skilled in both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis techniques

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.

Specialist in nephrology with advanced training in kidney diseases – Dr. Uzun focuses on complex renal conditions at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Board-certified in nephrology with 9 years of specialized practice
• Trained at Dokuz Eylül University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Nephrology Association
• Treats a wide range of kidney disorders including diabetic nephropathy

Associate Professor Cevper Ersoz specializes in robotic and laparoscopic urological surgeries, including pyeloplasty, at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• PhD in Urology from Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Over 130 national and international publications
• Member of European Association of Urology and European Society of Endourology
• Trained at University of Michigan's Department of Urology
• Recipient of Male Sexual Health Alpay Kelami Award

Nearly 11 years of urology practice – Dr. Krivusha specializes in reconstructive urology at CSM Clinic.

• Expert in treating urolithiasis and prostate diseases
• Skilled in modern diagnostic and surgical techniques
• Known for personalized patient care and positive feedback

Specializes in minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgery for urological conditions – Dr. Saltutti works at Maria Cecilia Hospital with cutting-edge technologies.

• Expert in treating prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers
• Focuses on personalized care for each patient
• Attended numerous national and international urology conferences
• Part of the GVM group, known for high-quality care

Specializing in complex pyeloplasty procedures, Dr. Nekay brings extensive surgical expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed general surgery residency at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Surgical Association and other professional societies
• Active in emergency surgery and trauma-related cases
• Practiced in various hospitals across Turkey

Dr. Mehmet Fatih Akbulut specializes in pyeloplasty with years of experience at Haseki Training and Research Hospital, focusing on minimally invasive techniques.

• Trained at Istanbul University's renowned urology department
• Published multiple studies on kidney stone treatments
• Expert in both standard and miniaturized percutaneous procedures
• Associate Professor with extensive academic contributions

Specializes in advanced radiation oncology techniques including Tomotherapy-H and Linear Accelerator at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• MD in Radiation Oncology with focused expertise
• Provides Brachytherapy among other radiation treatments
• Consultant with hands-on experience in specialized cancer care

With over 35 years specializing in urology, Prof. Dr. Akay performs minimally invasive pyeloplasty at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital.

• Trained in Endourology at University of Rochester
• Professor of Urology with 100+ scientific publications
• Expert in laparoscopic and stone surgeries
• Member of European Association of Urology