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.

The doctor is a highly experienced urology specialist serving as the Head of the Urology Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja since 2017. With a medical degree and specialization from Johannes Gutenberg University in Germany, the doctor has extensive clinical experience dating back to 2007. The doctor's expertise encompasses oncological urology, prostate diseases, and complex urinary tract conditions.

A key focus of the doctor's practice is robotic urological surgery, specifically utilizing the Da Vinci surgical system for prostate cancer procedures. The doctor has contributed to academic literature, including chapters in Differentialdiagnose Urologie, and maintains a strong focus on providing high-quality care for both local and international patients.

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. 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

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

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. 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).

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atilla Çelik is a general surgeon with over 35 years of experience. He focuses on surgical oncology, advanced laparoscopy, and oncoplastic breast surgery.

MD, Istanbul University (1988). General surgery residency at Taksim Training and Research Hospital. Gastric Cancer Surgery fellowship at the National Cancer Center, Tokyo (2005). Associate Professor since 2011. Former Clinical Training Officer at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital.

Clinical scope: oncoplastic breast surgery; immediate prepectoral reconstruction; sentinel node biopsy; laparoscopic gastric and colorectal cancer resections; advanced hernia repair; bariatric and metabolic surgery.

Awards: Karl Storz EAES Best Oral Presentation (2008, Stockholm). Certifications: Turkish Surgical Board Certification and Recertification (2003, 2018). Memberships: IGCA; Turkish Surgical Society; Surgical Oncology Association; ELCD; Istanbul Breast Society; Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association. He is a translator and co-editor of gastric cancer textbooks.

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

Dr. Przemyslaw Ciesielski is a general surgeon. He completed his specialization in 2008. He graduated from the Medical University of Warsaw in 1999. He earned his Doctor of Medical Sciences degree in 2010. His dissertation assessed clinical and rectoscopic examinations for diagnosing colorectal disease in patients at increased risk of colorectal cancer.

His proctology and colorectal training includes formal courses and fellowships. He completed Proctology Courses at St. Rota Hospital in Vercelli in 2021 and 2022, and in Cologne in 2016. He held clinical fellowships in General Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna in 2014 and at the University of Magdeburg in 2015. He undertook multiple fellowships at the Proctology Department, Solec Hospital in Warsaw from 2005 to 2013. He attended advanced colorectal surgery workshops in Poznan and Lodz. He also completed St Mark’s Hospital courses in London, including Frontiers in Colorectal Diseases and the Advanced Colorectal Workshop.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Dr. Paweł Grochowicz, MD, PhD, is a proctologist with almost 40 years of experience. He works at the Warsaw Proctology Center at St. Elizabeth Hospital. He treats hemorrhoids, anal fistulas and abscesses, anal fissures, fecal incontinence, and pilonidal cysts. He also performs colonoscopy and colorectal polypectomy.

From 1979 to 2016 he worked at the Proctology Unit, Solec Hospital, a reference center and the only one of its kind in Poland. Since 2016 he has worked at the Warsaw Proctology Center at St. Elizabeth Hospital. There he develops and implements new methods and runs diagnostic, rehabilitation, research, and teaching work. The center is the headquarters of the Polish Coloproctology Club.

Academic and research roles: Institute of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, Polish Academy of Sciences (1979–1997). DAAD scholar at LMU Munich (1983–1984). John Hunter Hospital, University of Newcastle, Australia (1989–1996). There he was Director of the Transplant Research Unit and Principal Scientific Officer (1991–1996).