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The Path to Success in Kidney Transplantation
Our Mission

Our primary mission is to help patients achieve a successful kidney transplant and to
ensure long-term health through an effective follow-up program after the procedure.
We especially support incompatible couples who cannot undergo transplantation due

to ABO blood group mismatch or the presence of HLA antibodies in their donors,
which increases the risk of rejection.
For a small number of patients with low levels of anti-A or anti-B isoagglutinins, ABO-
incompatible transplantation may be a viable option. However, for most incompatible
couples, the most effective solution is paired donation. To increase the chances of
finding a suitable match, we have implemented an international paired donor list that
includes patients from various countries.

Our Follow-Up Program
Post-transplant follow-up is critical to the success of the treatment. Our program
includes:
 Patient education and adherence to updated guidelines
 Routine laboratory screenings
 BK virus testing, advanced imaging, and radiological interventions
 Kidney biopsies and detailed pathological assessments
Patients can access our program from their home countries and update us on their
condition either online or by visiting our clinic. In cases of increased creatinine or
protein levels in urine, we offer comprehensive evaluations in Istanbul. Currently, our
portfolio includes over 1,500 transplant patients, and any patient from any country
may request a second-opinion consultation.

Innovative Approaches
Thanks to the training and vision I received at Ohio State University, I have
introduced several pioneering techniques in Turkey and the region:
 Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
 Retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy
 Robotic retroperitoneoscopic donor nephrectomy
 ABO-incompatible kidney transplantation
 Paired donation program using computerized systems
These innovations represent significant milestones in the field of kidney
transplantation.

International Training and Collaboration

We prioritize training healthcare professionals from Turkey and around the world.
Institutions we have collaborated with include:
 Bezmialem University
 Medeniyet University
 Malatya University
 Şişli Etfal Hospital
 Hygeia Hospital (Albania)
 Military Hospital (Jordan)
 Azerbaijan Medical University (Baku)
 Mediclinic Hospital (Dubai)
One of our proudest achievements was performing the first kidney transplant in
Senegal after training two nephrologists and surgeons from the country.

Accessibility for All
Donating a kidney to a loved one is one of life’s most honorable gifts. That’s why we
offer our services at reasonable costs that are accessible to everyone.
If you wish to increase your chances of a successful kidney transplant, feel free to
contact us. We would be happy to assist you.

Prof. Dr. Barış Akın
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