Prof. Murathan Uyar biography:

Prof. Murathan Uyar is an experienced Nephrologist with over 23 years of experience. Specifically, he specializes in kidney transplantation, chronic kidney disease, and hypertension management. Moreover, with extensive expertise in various aspects of nephrology, he provides comprehensive care for patients with kidney-related conditions. As such, his dedication ensures that patients receive the best possible treatment and outcomes.

Prof. Murathan Uyar areas of Expertise:

1. Kidney Transplantation:

• Expertise in the evaluation, preparation, and post-operative care of kidney transplant patients.
• Skilled in managing both living donor and deceased donor kidney transplant procedures.
• Focus on improving graft survival and long-term patient health after transplantation.

2. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD):

• Specialization in the diagnosis and management of chronic kidney diseases, including acute kidney injury and progressive kidney failure.
• Focus on slowing disease progression and improving quality of life through tailored treatment plans.

3. Hypertension:

• Expertise in managing hypertension (high blood pressure), particularly in relation to kidney function and kidney disease.
• Focus on both primary and secondary hypertension, working closely with patients to achieve optimal blood pressure control.

4. Glomerulonephritis:

• Specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of glomerulonephritis, a condition that affects the kidneys’ filtering units.
• Proficient in medical and immunosuppressive treatments to manage and slow the progression of the disease.

5. Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD):

• Expertise in diagnosing and managing polycystic kidney disease, a genetic disorder that leads to the growth of cysts in the kidneys.
• Focus on early detection and management to prevent kidney failure.

6. Kidney Stones:

• Specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of kidney stones, utilizing both medical and surgical interventions.
• Expertise in non-invasive methods, including lithotripsy, and surgical approaches when necessary.

7. Dialysis Treatments:

• Skilled in the management of patients requiring dialysis, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
• Focus on optimizing dialysis protocols to enhance patient comfort and improve outcomes.

8. Nephrotic Syndrome:

• Expertise in diagnosing and treating nephrotic syndrome, a condition marked by high levels of protein in the urine, low protein levels in the blood, and swelling.

professional experience:

• İ.A.Ü. VM Medical Park Florya Hospital (2022 – Present).

• Head of the Department of Internal Medicine, Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine (2018 – 2022).

• Associate Professor Representative in the Academic Council, Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine (2017 – 2021).

• Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital – Kidney Transplant and Nephrology Department (2009 – 2022).

• Nephrology Clinic Chief, Gaziantep Cengiz Gökçek State Hospital (2006 – 2009).

• Internal Medicine Specialist, Ankara Başkent University Faculty of Medicine Hospital (2001 – 2002).

Professional Memberships:

• Türk Nefroloji Derneği (Turkish Nephrology Association).
• European Renal Association – European Dialysis and Transplant Association (ERA-EDTA).
• TONKKD (Turkish Organ Transplantation, Nephrology, and Dialysis Association).