Urological & Andrological Surgeon
Dr. Marinos Vasilas
MD, PhDc
Dr. Marinos Vasilas is a Urological & Andrological Surgeon based in Rhodes. His clinical and scientific background is rooted in the Department of Urology at the University Hospital of Patras, with a particular focus on modern endourology, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, and the latest laser technologies in urology.
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Specialty
Urology – Andrology
Training
University Hospital of Patras
Academic Activity
PhD Candidate
Scientific Work
PubMed-indexed publications
Education & Scientific Background
Urology Specialty Training
His specialty training in Urology took place within the University Department of Urology at the University Hospital of Patras, with systematic exposure to modern endourology and minimally invasive surgery.
Research Activity
His clinical work remains connected to the academic and research activity of the Department of Urology at the University of Patras, one of the most internationally recognised academic urology centres in Greece.
Doctoral Research
He is a PhD candidate, researching the use of the Thulium Laser in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and its comparative evaluation against classic transurethral surgery.
Research Interests
His research interests centre on techniques and technologies that improve the precision and reduce the invasiveness of urological surgery.
Endourology
Minimally invasive management of urinary tract stone disease, with emphasis on percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and modern endoscopic techniques.
3D Laparoscopy
Application of three-dimensional laparoscopic imaging for greater surgical precision, with an interest in training the next generation of surgeons in the technique.
Laser Technology
Laser applications in urology, with emphasis on the Thulium Laser and its safe use in upper urinary tract procedures.
Prostate & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive and laparoscopic management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, particularly in cases of large prostate volume.
PUBMED INDEXED RESEARCH
Selected Scientific Publications
Thulium Laser in the Upper Urinary Tract: Does the Heat Generation in the Irrigation Fluid Pose a Risk? Evidence from an In Vivo Experimental Study.
J Endourol. 2016 · PMID: 26728200
View on PubMedNovice surgeons: do they benefit from 3D laparoscopy?
Lasers Med Sci. 2015 · PMID: 25772250
View on PubMedIntegrating Three-Dimensional Vision in Laparoscopy: The Learning Curve of an Expert.
J Endourol. 2015 · PMID: 25517479
View on PubMedLaparoscopic simple prostatectomy: A reasonable option for large prostatic adenomas.
Urol Ann. 2015 · PMID: 26229313
View on PubMedModular training for percutaneous nephrolithotripsy: The safe way to go.
Arab J Urol. 2015 · PMID: 26609446
View on PubMedChallenging the wisdom of puncture at the calyceal fornix in percutaneous nephrolithotripsy: feasibility and safety study with 137 patients operated via a non-calyceal percutaneous track.
World J Urol. 2017 · PMID: 27510761
View on PubMedCurrent evidence on lasers in laparoscopy: partial nephrectomy.
World J Urol. 2015 · PMID: 24989846
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Modern Minimally Invasive Urology
Robotic and 3D laparoscopic surgery are now key tools for managing complex urological conditions with greater precision and less invasiveness.
Scientific Societies
Medical Philosophy
“Modern urology is not only about applying advanced technology. It is, above all, about accurate diagnosis, meaningful patient communication, and choosing the treatment that truly meets the patient's needs.”
“Every case is assessed individually, with the goal of reaching a decision the patient understands and trusts.”