KOC University Hospital, Istanbul – Turkey
About M.D. Burak Koçak
M.D. Burak Koçak is a Senior Consultant Urologist, Full Professor, and Director of the Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation Program in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 20 years of clinical experience. As an internationally trained urologist and transplant surgeon, he is widely consulted by international patients for kidney and pancreas transplantation, prostate surgery, and male urology.
- 20+ years of clinical experience in urology and transplant surgery
- International Fellowship at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, USA (2002–2004)
- Full Professor of Urology — Altınbaş University, 2018
- Director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program at Koc University Hospital since 2018
- Member of multiple international transplant societies including American Society of Transplant Surgeons and British Transplantation Society
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Hacettepe University School of Medicine (English Programme), Ankara, Turkey, 1996
- MD Urology (Residency) — Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hospital, Department of Urology, Ankara, Turkey, 2001
- Associate Professor — Ondokuz Mayıs University, School of Medicine, Department of Urology, 2005
- Full Professor — Altınbaş University, School of Medicine, Department of Urology, 2018
Fellowships & Special Training
- Clinical Fellowship — Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Transplant Surgery, Chicago, USA, 2002–2004
- Specialised training in Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation
- Specialised training in Robotic and Laparoscopic Urology
Certifications & Accreditations
- Turkish Medical Association — Registered Practitioner
- Turkish Urological Association — Member
- European Association of Urology (EAU) — Member
- American Society of Transplant Surgeons — Member
- British Transplantation Society — Member
- Endourological Society — Member
- Full Professor — Urology
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Kidney Failure (End-Stage Renal Disease)
- Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation Cases
- Prostate Cancer (Radical Prostatectomy)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Kidney Stones
- Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumours
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Urethral Stricture
- Male Infertility
- Testicular Disorders
- Augmentation Cystoplasty Cases
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
Sub-specialties
- Kidney & Pancreas Transplantation: Northwestern-trained transplant surgery for kidney and pancreas transplant cases — a respected urology and transplant specialist Istanbul Turkey for international patients seeking the best urology doctor in India and abroad.
- Male Urology: Comprehensive medical and surgical care for male urological conditions.
- Endourology & Stone Surgery: Advanced laser lithotripsy and ureteroscopic procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Kidney Transplantation (Living and Deceased Donor)
- Pancreas Transplantation
- Radical Prostatectomy
- TURP (Transurethral Resection of the Prostate)
- Penile Prosthesis Implantation
- Removal of Kidney Stones (PCNL, RIRS, URS)
- Cystectomy
- Augmentation Cystoplasty
- Ureteral Reimplantation
- Urethroplasty / Urethral Stricture Surgery
- Vasectomy and Vasectomy Reversal
- Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
- TURBT (Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour)
- PVP Laser Prostatectomy
List of Disease and Treatment for which M.D. Burak Koçak can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Koc University Hospital — Director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program, Organ Transplantation Center, Senior Professor of Urology, Istanbul, Turkey, July 2018–Present
Past Affiliations
- Memorial Şişli Hospital — Center Manager, Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation Center, Specialist in Urology and Transplant Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey, 2007–2018
- Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine — Head of Kidney Transplantation Center, Lecturer, Samsun, Turkey, 2005–2007
- Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hospital, Department of Urology Newborn Unit — Associate Professor, 2001–2002 and 2004–2005
- Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Transplant Surgery — Clinical Fellow, Chicago, USA, 2002–2004
- Türkiye Yüksek İhtisas Hospital — Chief Assistant, Ankara, Turkey (Residency until 2001)
Academic & Research Roles
- Full Professor — Urology, Altınbaş University
- Director — Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program, Koc University Hospital
- Active researcher with multiple peer-reviewed publications in transplantation and urology
Key Achievements
- 20+ years of clinical experience in urology and transplant surgery
- International Fellowship at Northwestern University, USA
- Director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program at Koc University Hospital since 2018
- Multi-society membership including American Society of Transplant Surgeons and British Transplantation Society
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Transplant Surgeons
- British Transplantation Society
- European Association of Urology (EAU)
- Turkish Urological Association
- Endourological Society
- Ankara Urological Association
- Karadeniz Urological Association
- Turkish Medical Association
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in urology and transplant surgery, with focus on kidney and pancreas transplantation outcomes. Specific full citation list not publicly indexed in full.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Kidney and pancreas transplantation outcomes
- Robotic urological surgery
- Prostate surgery
- Endourology and stone surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹4,000 – ₹10,000 | $50 – $120 |
| Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) | ₹2,00,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $2,400 – $5,500 |
| Radical Prostatectomy (Robotic / Open) | ₹4,50,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $5,500 – $12,000 |
| Kidney Stone Surgery (PCNL / RIRS) | ₹2,00,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $2,400 – $5,500 |
| Penile Prosthesis Implant | ₹3,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,200 – $9,600 |
| Kidney Transplant Surgery | ₹15,00,000 – ₹35,00,000 | $18,000 – $42,000 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does M.D. Burak Koçak use in Urologist treatment?
M.D. Burak Koçak uses advanced urology and transplant platforms including living and deceased donor kidney and pancreas transplant techniques, robotic and laparoscopic urology systems, modern endourology with PCNL/RIRS/URS, PVP laser prostatectomy, and JCI-quality operating-room standards. International fellowship training at Northwestern University, USA supports evidence-based transplant and urological care for international patients.
2. What conditions does M.D. Burak Koçak specialize in treating?
M.D. Burak Koçak is an internationally trained Urologist and Transplant Surgeon in Istanbul, Turkey, treating end-stage renal disease, kidney and pancreas transplant cases, prostate cancer, BPH, kidney stones, bladder cancer and tumours, erectile dysfunction, urethral stricture, male infertility, testicular disorders, augmentation cystoplasty cases, and vesicoureteral reflux. He is widely consulted as a top urology and transplant specialist for complex cases.
3. How do I book an appointment with M.D. Burak Koçak?
Appointments with M.D. Burak Koçak can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from M.D. Burak Koçak?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from M.D. Burak Koçak, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does M.D. Burak Koçak offer second opinions for Urologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with M.D. Burak Koçak can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their urology, prostate, or kidney transplant plan with an expert Urologist specialist in Istanbul, Turkey.
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