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Volkan Tugcu, Md

Volkan Tugcu, Md

Professor of Urology · 20+ years experience
Liv Hospital VadistanbulTR EN
Biography

Prof. Dr. Volkan Tuğcu is one of Turkey’s most accomplished urologists and robotic surgeons, with extensive experience in uro-oncology, kidney transplantation, and minimally invasive surgery. Having performed over 2500 robotic operations, he is recognized internationally for his pioneering techniques in robotic kidney transplant and prostate cancer surgery. Dr. Tuğcu previously chaired the Department of Urology at the University of Health Sciences Istanbul, where he trained dozens of urologists. He currently practices at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, combining advanced technology with academic precision to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

20+
Years experience
2
Languages
2
Focus areas
Istanbul
Location
Areas of expertise
UrooncologyGeneral Urology
Services offered
Diagnosis and surgical management of prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers
robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery
kidney transplantation
minimally invasive endourological treatments
management of urologic stones and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Professional experience
Professional Experience: Liv Hospital Vadistanbul (2021–Present) · Bahçelievler Memorial Hospital (2018–2021) · Chairman, Health Sciences University Urology Department (2017–2018) · Associate Professor of Urology, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training & Research Hospital (2010–2017) · Urology Specialist, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital (2004–2010)
Education & training
M.D. – Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine
1992–1997
Urology Specialty – Bezmialem University Faculty of Medicine
1998–2003
Publications

Over 80 national and international scientific publications in uro-oncology, robotic surgery, and kidney transplantation, presented at EAU and AUA congresses. Author of several book chapters on robotic prostatectomy and minimally invasive urology.

At a glance
Turkish, English
Languages spoken
Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
Primary clinic
Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 Saturday 08.00-14.00
Working hours
€280 / 30 min
Consultation fee
Accepts international patients
Istanbul, Türkiye
ISO 9001
Quality Management System
ISO 10002
Customer Satisfaction & Complaints Management
ISO 27001
Information Security Management
ISO 14001
Environmental Management
ISO 45001
Occupational Health & Safety
TÜRSAB
Licensed Turkish Travel Agency
Health Tourism Authorization
Turkish Ministry of Health Authorization

Certified & licensed to ISO 9001:2015 · ISO 10002:2018 · ISO 27001:2013 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · TÜRSAB · Health Tourism Authorization