The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- general clinical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- clinical urine test
- kidney function test (creatinine, urea)
- blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- tumor markers
- pelvic ultrasound
- CT scan (on indication 650 €)
- MRI scan (on indication 1200 €)
- cystoscopy with biopsy and histological examination (on indication 2000 €)
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- consultation of the chief physician and all leading experts
- development of individual treatment plan
- written statement
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Urology and Andrology at the Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul offers comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment of the full spectrum of diseases of the genital organs in men, as well as the urinary system in men and women. Andrology specialists deal with the treatment of male infertility, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders, age-related changes in men, etc. One of the key focuses of the department's work is the treatment of oncological diseases of the genitourinary system in men. The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Murat Binbay.
The department's medical team is distinguished by exceptional professionalism in their area of expertise and regularly demonstrates excellent treatment success rates. The doctors work on advanced medical equipment that allows them to detect the slightest pathological changes and effectively carry out surgical treatment using endoscopic, laparoscopic and robotic techniques, which guarantee quick postoperative recovery and minimal risks of complications after the intervention.
The specialists of the department consider the accurate diagnostics as the key to successful treatment. This is especially true of oncological diseases, in which the attending physician needs to have reliable information about the type of tumor, its location and size, stage of the process, etc. It is these factors that determine exactly what the upcoming treatment will be. The most common cancer in urology is prostate cancer. The patients with suspicion of this diagnosis undergo a PSA test, which, if necessary, can be supplemented with fusion biopsy with simultaneous reproduction of MRI and ultrasound scans. It is these studies that are optimal for accurate confirmation or exclusion of a malignant process in the prostate gland. The prostate cancer treatment is based on prostatectomy – an operation to totally or partially remove the prostate gland. In addition to surgery, the department's doctors often include chemotherapy or radiation therapy in the treatment protocol. The department also provides innovative therapy using HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound) technology. This type of treatment is available only in modern medical facilities in developed countries. The essence of the method is that ultrasound waves are precisely focused on the tumor. Under the influence of ultrasound waves, the tumor is heated to high temperatures and as a result it is destroyed. It is noteworthy that the technology eliminates damage to the adjacent healthy tissues. The exceptional accuracy (up to 1 mm) when affecting the tumor is achieved through the use of an MR tomograph. It should be noted that the HIFU method is also effectively practiced as a palliative therapy in patients with bone metastases.
The specialists of the department often admit men with andrological problems for treatment. One of the most common among them is male infertility. The main method for diagnosing infertility in men is a spermogram – a qualitative and quantitative assessment of sperm. When confirming the diagnosis of infertility, the attending physician begins to search for the cause of the development of this pathological condition. It is the exact definition of the infertility factor or factors that will allow a man to undergo an effective course of treatment and have children in the future. Infertility in men can develop due to hormonal disorders, varicocele, undescended testes, infectious processes, etc. The doctors of the department successfully treat infertility even in the most difficult clinical cases and give their patients the joy of fatherhood. In addition, the andrologists often provide medical care to men with erectile dysfunction and ejaculation disorders.
The department's main clinical focuses include:
- Diagnostics and treatment of oncological diseases of the urological spectrum
- Prostate cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Penile cancer
- Kidney cancer
- Bladder cancer
- Diagnostics and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia
- Diagnostics and treatment of inflammatory diseases of the urinary system
- Diagnostics and treatment of kidney stone disease
- Diagnostics and treatment of prostatitis
- Diagnostics and treatment of urinary incontinence
- Diagnostics and treatment of andrologic disorders in men
- Male infertility
- Erectile dysfunction
- Ejaculation disorders
- Structural deformities of the penis
- Decreased libido
- Venereal diseases
- Age-related changes affecting men's health
- Diagnostics and treatment of other urologic pathologies
The therapeutic options of the department include:
- Conservative treatment
- Drug therapy
- Chemotherapy, radiation therapy and HIFU therapy for cancer of the genitourinary system in men
- Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for kidney stone disease
- Surgical treatment
- Endoscopic interventions
- Laparoscopic interventions
- Robot-assisted surgery
- Reconstructive plastic surgery for urethral trauma
- Other treatments
Curriculum vitae
Professional Career
- Since 2017 Head of the Department of Urology and Andrology at the Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey.
- 2015 - 2017 Training Supervisor, Department of Urology, Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
- 2013 - 2015 Training Supervisor, Department of Urology, Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
- 2013 - 2017 Specialist in robot-assisted surgery, Department of Urology, Mehmet Akif Ersoy Training Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
- 2011 Highly specialized Training in Endoscopic Urology, Department of Urology, Duke University School of Medicine, USA.
- 2007 Highly specialized training in Urologic Oncology, Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium.
- 2006 - 2013 Urologist, Department of Urology, Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
- 2005 - 2006 Urologist, Military Hospital in Malatya, Turkey.
Higher Education and Postgraduate Training
- 2000 - 2005 Specialized training in Urology, Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
- 1993 - 1999 Study of Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine at Istanbul University.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- European Society of Residents in Urology (ESRU), Turkish Office (Founding Board Member and Vice President).
- International Young Urological Association (Founder and Vice President).
- Turkish Medical Association.
- Turkish Society of Andrology.
- Turkish Society of Endourology.
- Turkish Society of Urology.
- European Association of Urology.
- American Urological Association.
Photo of the doctor: (с) Memorial Şişli Hospital
About hospital
The Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul is the largest and leading medical complex in Turkey, which meets the highest standards of medical care when providing the advanced diagnostics and treatment using the very latest methods. The hospital is part of the Memorial Health Group – it was the first project of this provider of medical services. The medical center opened its doors to the first patient in 2000. The hospital became the first in Turkey and the twenty-first in the world holder of the JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation certificate. Only the best and the most reputable hospitals in the world medical arena can receive this certificate.
The hospital has 292 beds for patient hospitalization. The surgical treatment is performed in 13 high-tech operating rooms. The medical complex also has 4 intensive care units, 3 state-of-the-art laboratories, specialized centers, including the In Vitro Fertilization Center, the Transplant Center, the Center for Genetic Diseases, the Bone Marrow Transplant Center, the Robotic Surgery Center, the Cancer Center and others.
The hospital has achieved particular success and international recognition in such medical fields as ophthalmology, reproductive medicine, plastic surgery, cardiology and cardiac surgery, transplantology, genetics. The highly qualified doctors who have undergone professional training in the best hospitals in Turkey, Europe and the USA take care of the patients' health. The specialists have a tremendous clinical experience and thousands of saved lives.
It is worth noting that the medical complex has earned a strong reputation not only in Turkey, but also at the international level – the hospital holds consultations, provides diagnostics and treatment for patients from 92 countries.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul live in comfortable single or double rooms with all the necessary amenities. The patient rooms are made in a modern design. The standard patient room includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe for storing personal belongings, a telephone and a TV. Each patient room also has an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. The patient rooms have Wi-Fi.
Meals and Menus
The patient and the accompanying person are offered tasty and balanced three meals a day. If for some reason you do not eat all foods, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your food preferences prior to treatment.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Accompanying person
During the inpatient program, the accompanying person can live with the patient in a patient room or a hotel of his choice. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.
Hotel
During an outpatient program, the patient can stay at the hotel of his choice. If desired, the patient can stay in a five-star hotel on the territory of the hospital. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.