Dr. Umar Karaman
Umar Karaman, MD
Dr. Karaman was raised in Panama City, Florida and has returned to join the Advanced Urology Institute. After he earned his bachelor’s degree with honors in Human Nutrition at the University of Florida, he graduated from Florida State University College of Medicine in 2013 where he was elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Upon completion of his internship in general surgery, Dr. Karaman trained in urologic surgery for four years at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. He served as chief resident in his final year and was awarded the “Outstanding House Officer Award” from across all other residency programs at the LSU Health Sciences Center.
Dr. Karaman is trained in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery to treat benign and malignant conditions of the genitourinary system. He is skilled at performing minimally invasive surgeries for kidney stones and developing strategies to help prevent their formation. In addition, he is experienced in treating patients with various urinary complaints including urinary tract infections, overactive bladder and urinary incontinence. An advocate for Men’s Health, he provides high quality care for prostate enlargement, erectile dysfunction, and low testosterone.
He has written several publications in peer reviewed journals, papers and multiple book chapters on issues including: surgical treatment of female stress urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, OAB, BPH and testicular cancer. He has presented research at both regional and national meetings. He is an active urologist working at our office in Panama, FL.
RESIDENCY TRAINING
- Louisiana State University Health Science Center, 2018
MEDICAL DEGREE
- Florida State University, 2013
UNDERGRADUATE
- University of Florida, 2009
MEMBERSHIP:
- American Urology Association
- Southeastern Section American Urology Association
In addition to general urology, he has the following expertise:
- Erectile dysfunction
- Penile prosthesis surgery
- Low testosterone
- Peyronie’s disease
- Minimally invasive therapies for enlarged prostate
- Microscopic surgery including vasectomy reversal
- Urethral reconstruction
- Female Urology, Incontinence, and Prolapse
- Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
“A very nice staff at this location! And my doctor was absolutely fabulous! He listens and he understands and is very willing to help with any problem you have!” – December 2022
“From my very 1st appointment with Dr. K, I have felt very comfortable with his treatment plans. He is unlike some Health Providers who spend less than 10 minutes in the room with their patients. Dr. K spends time listening to my input and answers all of my questions regarding the treatment I am receiving from him. He is very compassionate about his patients and it truly shows in the rapport that he has with them. Thank you Dr. Karman for assisting me in living a healthier lifestyle. I haven’t felt this great in decades!” – December 2022
“He is respectful, listens to you and has a good sense of humor! I would not want anyone else treating me. Dr Karaman was recommended to me by one of your staff when Dr Eisenbrown left. Couldn’t have made a better choice.” – November 2022
“Umar R. Karaman, M.D. is the best doctor Panama City has to offer. I will definitely be recommending his services to anyone that needs one. I couldn’t thank him enough for the amazing job he did.” – November 2022
“Dr. Karaman has taken great care of me since I met him in the hospital the first of this year. I trust him and would recommend him to anyone including my family. Thanks Dr. Karaman and staff!” – November 2022
“Dr. Karaman was wonderful. He was the first doctor I had met in a 6 month period that would listen and help me solve health issues. He has been excellent and I would recommend him to anyone.” – November 2022
“Without any question he is an excellent doctor.” – October 2022
“Very thoughtful and actually listened.” – October 2021
“Dr. Karaman is very knowledgeable and personable. He has a calm demeanor and I have complete confidence in his expertise.” – September 2021
“I am very happy with Dr. Karaman and his care. I have already recommended him to a friend.” – September 2021
SPECIALTIES
- Men's Health
- Women's Health
- Bladder Problems
- Kidney Problems
LOCATIONS
HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS
- Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Medical Center 615 North Bonita Avenue Panama City, FL 32401
- Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center 449 W 23rd St, Panama City, FL 32405