Dr. Mert Altinel

About Doctor

Qualifications:

• MD, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine (1996)
• Urology Residency, Turkiye Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital (2001)

Overview:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mert Altınel is a highly accomplished and internationally trained urologist with more than 24 years of clinical experience, specializing in advanced urological surgeries, kidney transplantation, and minimally invasive procedures. Known for his dedication to innovation and excellence in patient care, Dr. Altinel is currently associated with Acibadem International Hospital in Istanbul, one of Turkey’s most renowned medical institutions.

Dr. Altınel completed his medical education at the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1996 and pursued his specialization in urology at Turkiye Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital, completing it in 2001. Throughout his career, he has actively sought international exposure to deepen his expertise, undertaking advanced fellowships and trainings at world-class centers including Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in the USA, Hospital Center de Gonesse in France, IRCAD Laparoscopy Training Center in Strasbourg, and SLK-Kliniken in Germany. These international stints have enriched his surgical techniques, particularly in laparoscopy, female urology, and transplant surgery.

He has held key positions in reputable institutions, most notably serving as Head of the Organ Transplantation Center at the Turkish Kidney Foundation Memorial Hizmet Hospital. Under his leadership, the center saw numerous successful kidney transplants and became a reference point for excellence in urological care in Turkey. With over 5,000 urological surgeries to his name, Dr. Altinel has made significant contributions in treating complex urological disorders including prostate enlargement, kidney stones, male infertility, and bladder dysfunctions.

Dr. Altınel is also recognized for his academic contributions. As an Associate Professor, he has published multiple research papers and has been a speaker at various national and international medical conferences. He is an active member of several urological societies and remains committed to mentoring young urologists and advancing the standards of care in his field.

With a patient-centered approach and a deep understanding of global medical standards, Dr. Mert Altınel continues to offer hope and healing to patients from around the world, especially those seeking expert urological care in Turkey through medical travel services like HOSPIDIO.

Conditions Treated

• Kidney failure requiring transplantation
• Prostate disorders, including benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer
• Urinary tract infections and obstructions
• Kidney and ureteral stones
• Bladder dysfunctions and cancers
• Male infertility and erectile dysfunction
• Female urological conditions

Procedures Performed

• Kidney transplantation
• Laparoscopic nephrectomy and prostatectomy
• Endoscopic stone removal (URS, PCNL)
• Ureteral and bladder reconstructive surgeries
• Prostate laser surgeries (HoLEP)
• Treatment of urinary incontinence
• Male infertility interventions