Assoc. Dr. Murat AKAND
Urology Specialist
Educational Background
- PhD: KU Leuven, Biomedical Sciences (Clinical PhD Candidate) – 2019-2024
- RESIDENCY: Ankara University, Dept. of Urology – 2002-2007
- MEDICAL SCHOOL: Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – 1995-2001
Professional Experience
| Title | Institution | Year |
| Associate Professor | Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, Dept. of Urology | 2016-2020 |
| Clinical Uro-oncology Specialist | UZ Leuven Hospital, Dept. of Urology (Belgium) | 2015-2016 |
| Assistant Professor | Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, Dept. of Urology | 2011-2016 |
| Urologist | Memorial Antalya Hospital | 2010-2011 |
| Urologist | UZ Leuven Hospital (Belgium) | 2010 |
| Urologist | Etimesgut Military Hospital | 2009 |
| Urologist | MedicalPark Antalya Hospital | 2008 |
| Urologist | Siverek State Hospital | 2007-2008 |
Areas of Expertise
- Uro-oncology (Bladder, Prostate, and Kidney Cancer)
- Endourology (PCNL, Micro-PCNL, RIRS)
- Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery
- Andrology (Erectile Dysfunction, Varicocele)
- Laparoscopy Training & Simulation Technologies
Clinical Research Experience
- Phase II Trials: Sub-investigator in premature ejaculation (UK-390,957) and high-risk bladder cancer (THOR-2) trials.
- Phase III Trials: Sub-investigator in ED treatments (Vardenafil, Tadalafil) and BCG instillation trials (NIMBUS, POTOMAC).
- Phase IV Trials: Clinical trials on patient perception of bladder conditions (PPBC).
Research Projects
- TUBITAK: Development of a device for calculating access points in PCNL (Principal Investigator).
- BAP: Development of software for calculating kidney stone volume via CT.
- BAP: Development of a remotely accessible laparoscopy training box.
- BAP: Augmented reality-assisted electromechanical arm for PCNL guidance.
Certifications & Fellowships
- FEBU: Fellow of the European Board of Urology – 2008
- TÜYK: Turkish Board of Urology Certification – 2007
- Fellowships: EUSP 1-year Clinical Fellowship (Belgium), Mayo Clinic International Traveling Scholarship (USA).
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP): Vienna School of Clinical Research (1st place in final exam).
Editorial & Peer Review
- Associate Editor: World Journal of Surgical Oncology, Frontiers in Surgery, BMC Cancer.
- Reviewer: European Urology, Journal of Endourology, BJU International, Cancers.
Memberships
- European Association of Urology (EAU) – Section of Endourology
- Endourology Society – Research Committee (Robotic Group)
- Turkish Urooncology Association
Languages
- English: Proficient (IELTS 6.5)
- Dutch: CEFR C1 Level (KU Leuven)
- Turkish: Native