Best Bladder Removal Doctors Abroad

The doctor is a highly distinguished urologist and uro-oncologist specializing in complex surgical treatments for prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers. With extensive expertise in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, the doctor has been instrumental in advancing minimally invasive urological techniques, including the implementation of the Da Vinci robotic system. The doctor currently leads the Urology Department at Centro Médico Teknon and serves as the Head of the Urology and Kidney Transplant Department at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.

Recognized as one of the 100 best doctors in Spain by Forbes, the doctor combines academic excellence from the University of Barcelona and the Mayo Clinic with a focus on high-precision oncological care and kidney transplantation.

Director of oncology hospitalization at Tel Aviv Medical Center – Dr. Stepfansky leads a specialized team for complex cancer cases.

• Over 26 years of experience in oncology
• Primary researcher in multiple clinical oncology trials
• Specialized in internal medicine and oncology
• Trained at Tel Aviv Medical Center, a leading Israeli hospital

Dr. Alemdar specializes in oncology with extensive training at top Turkish institutions, bringing precision and expertise to bladder removal cases at Medical Park Antalya.

• Medical oncology specialist with fellowship training at Akdeniz University
• 20 years of experience in oncology and internal medicine
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Dr. Aferin authored a book chapter on muscle-invasive bladder cancer and co-published research on bladder outlet obstruction. He practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Medical degree from Istanbul University, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Doctorate in urology from the same institution
• Published multiple articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Presented at national and international urology congresses
• Faculty member since 2022

Prof. Dr. Abdullmutalip Simsek specializes in robotic and reconstructive urology, bringing innovative techniques to bladder removal procedures at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura Hospital.

• Trained in reconstructive urology at University of Sheffield
• Focuses on urooncology and robotic surgery
• Member of European Association of Urology and American Urological Association
• Associate professor with extensive research contributions

Prof. Dr. Alaettin Celik specializes in Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Urology with over 49 years of experience, including leadership at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

• Established and led the Pediatric Surgery Department at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Author of multiple pediatric surgery textbooks, including 'Newborn Surgery'
• Pioneered pediatric urology treatments and trained numerous specialists
• Active member of the Turkish Pediatric Surgery Society
• Currently participates in pediatric tumor council meetings at Florence Nightingale Hospital

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple oncology clinics
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Studied medicine at Selcuk University

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

• Expert in laparoscopic and robotic procedures
• Focuses on patient comfort and quick recovery
• High success rates in urologic cancer treatments

Dr. Marcano brings a blend of precision and creativity to bladder removal procedures at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• Specialist in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery from Vall d'Hebron University Hospital
• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• Extensive training in microsurgical techniques
• Part of a dynamic team at Quirónsalud Hospital Barcelona

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

• Specialized training at Ankara Dışkapı Training and Research Hospital
• Extensive experience in bladder-related procedures
• Academic background from Hacettepe University and Afyon Kocatepe University

Forbes Top 100 Doctor in Spain – Dr. Canales leads the Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery Unit at Hospital Ruber Internacional.

• 30+ years specializing in minimally invasive digestive surgery
• Performs complex procedures using the Da Vinci robotic system
• Author of 70+ scientific publications on surgical techniques
• Ranked among Spain's top 5 digestive surgeons
• PhD with honors from Autonomous University of Madrid

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).

Associate Professor Ozkan Onuk specializes in urology with over 21 years of experience, including bladder removal procedures at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Published 25+ articles in international urology journals
• Expert in minimally invasive urological techniques
• Faculty member at Yeni Yüzyıl University
• Specializes in complex urological cases

Navarro Vilches trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre in New York, specializing in urologic oncology. Currently heads the Urology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella.

• Co-founded the Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga in 2019
• Extensive experience in lower urinary tract and pelvic floor surgery
• Clinical mentor for medical students at the Faculty of Medicine of Malaga
• Author of multiple articles and editor of a urology manual

Associate Professor Basatac specializes in laparoscopic urology procedures at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Board-certified urologist with extensive training
• Expert in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques
• Practices at a leading private hospital in Istanbul

specializing in robotic urologic surgery – Dr. Colombo is an expert in bladder removal procedures at St. Zdislava Hospital.

• Graduated from Charles University Prague
• Published 150 papers in urology journals
• Member of European and American Urology Societies
• Specializes in oncourology and robotic surgical techniques

Prof. Hyun Moo Lee specializes in surgeries for diseases of the liver, gall bladder, bile duct, and pancreas with of experience.

• Member of multiple surgical societies including the Korean Surgical Society and the Asian Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
• Completed MD and Doctor's degree from Seoul National University
• Received awards for research in HBP surgery
• Published papers on gallbladder cancer and pediatric cholecystectomy

Head of Urology at Sheba Medical Center, Dr. Dotan pioneered robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery in Israel.

• International expert in complex uro-oncologic procedures
• Uses organ-preserving techniques for better outcomes
• Author of 50+ scientific publications on uro-oncology
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Recipient of prestigious awards from American Association of Clinical Surgery

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.

Dr. Dorit Zilberman is a senior urologist at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. She is a pioneer of robotic and minimally invasive urologic surgery. Dr. Zilberman treats kidney, bladder, and prostate cancers. She helped launch the da Vinci robotic surgery program at Sheba. Forbes Israel recognized her among the nation's best doctors.

• Authored over 160 scientific publications in urologic oncology and endourology.
• Completed fellowship training at Duke University Medical Center in the US.
• Performs robotic prostatectomy, laser lithotripsy, and kidney-sparing surgery.
• Member of the American and European Urological Associations and the Endourological Society.