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Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay

Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay

Urologist ·
, Istanbul, Turkey

30 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay

Conditions treated by Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay

We have listed for your convenience the conditions that are treated by Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay.:

  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
  • Male Sterilization or Contraception
  • To restore Fertility in Males
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer

The conditions that are present in reproductive system in males as well as conditions of the urinary tract are treated through several procedures by this surgeon. Among the conditions resolved by these surgeons are the Urogenital tumors including those of kidney, ureter, bladder and prostate. Another common condition for which the doctor provides solution is Hernia.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Ali Ferruh Akay

The signs and symptoms that are seen in patients with urogenital conditions are as follows:

  • Dribbling of urine
  • Pain or burning urination.
  • Painful ejaculation.
  • Need to get up many times during the night to urinate.
  • Frequent urge to urinate.
  • Frequent pain or stiffness in lower back, hips, pelvic or rectal area, or upper thighs.
  • Blood in urine or semen.

The really concerning signs which should prompt you to visit the Urosurgeon at the earliest are bladder incontinence and frequent urinary tract infections. Kindly get yourself checked from a Urosurgeon if symptoms such as reduced urine output or strong smelling urine are clearly felt.

Operating Hours of Dr Ali Ferruh Akay

10 am to 5 pm, Monday to Saturday are the surgeons' operating hours, Sunday is a holiday. The surgeon is well known for the high success rates of the operations with minimal complications.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay

There are several popular procedures performed by Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay such as:

  • Prostatectomy
  • Trans Urethral Resection of Prostrate (TURP)
  • Trans Urethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT)
  • Prostate Cancer Treatment

A stay of one night or more may be required when a Reconstructive Surgeon performs a procedure but they can just as well be an outpatient one. A Urosurgeon actually performs procedures that come under the branch of urogenital specialty and some such procedures are inguinal hernia surgery, total cystectomy and bladder tumor surgery. The surgeons' perform the procedures with due consideration to the patients' specific case details and their requirements.

Qualification

  • Medical Education - Dokuz Eylul University, 1985-1991
  • Ph.D. - Dicle University, 1995-1999
  • Associate Doctor - Dicle University, 2004-2008

Work Experiences

  • Aksehir Dogrugoz Health Center, 1991-2005
  • Dicle University Faculty of Medicine - Urology Specialist, 1995 - 2008
  • Private Veni Vidi Hospital - Urology Specialist, 2008-2012
  • Memorial Diyarbakır Hospital - Urology Specialist, 2012-2013
  • Private Pendik Sifa Hospital - Urology Specialist, 2013-2014
  • Istanbul Training and Research Hospital - Urology Specialist, 2014-2017
  • Baskent University Istanbul SUAM - Urology Specialist, 2017-2019
  • Currently Baskent University Istanbul SUAM - Professor Dr. Urology Specialist

Memberships (5)

  • Turkish Medical Association - Istanbul Chamber of Medicine
  • Turkish Association of Urologic Surgery
  • Urooncology Association
  • Society of Minimally Invasive Urology
  • European Association of Urology (EAU)

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Procedures Performed

Adrenalectomy
Burch Colposuspension
Cystolitholapaxy
Genitourinary Reconstruction
Hydrocele Surgery (Hydrocelectomy)
Ileal Conduit
Orchidectomy
Orchidopexy
Prostate Cancer Treatment
Prostatectomy
Pyeloplasty
Radical Cystectomy
Trans Urethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT)
Trans Urethral Resection of Prostrate (TURP)

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay is a specialized Urosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Ali Ferruh Akay is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 30 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Urosurgeon

The urogenital conditions bring a lot of pain and discomfort in the patient and it is this which is resolved by a Urosurgeon. When a Urological procedure is to be performed their is a whole lot of screening and testing that should be done as advised by the Urosurgeon. As an enterprising Urosurgeon the surgeon has to ensure that they keep up to date with the latest innovations and upgradations which bring more finesse and better results through the surgery processes. It is the responsibility of the surgeon to recommend the best medicines, adequate lifestyle changes if needed and guide the patient through to the surgery.

Please do have a look at the tests that are recommended before and during a consultation with a Urosurgeon.:

  • Blood Test
  • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Blood Test
  • Urine Test
  • Retrograde Pyelogram
  • CT-Urogram
  • Digital Rectal Exam
  • Cystoscopy

Among the tests routinely associated with the urogenital conditions, kidney tests are considered to be very prevalent. The surgeons can, after due consideration advise you to get a kidney or prostate biopsy if cancer is to be ruled out or confirmed regards abnormal growth in kidney or prostate. Kidney Ultrasound, Prostate/Rectal Ultrasound are also some of the routine tests advised by the doctor.

When the medical treatment methods have failed to help you in your urogenital problem or has been ruled out by your primary doctor then you must see a Urosurgeon. You can directly approach the Urosurgeon if the symptoms become prominent and it is clear that only this surgeon can help you. Further, post surgery complications can and should also prompt you to consult the surgeon at the earliest. As a reconfirmation of the diagnoses of your primary care doctor, you may be advised to consult a Urosurgeon.

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