Dr. Umar Karaman, M.D., 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. Umar Karaman, M.D., 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.
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He listens and cares ! Never rushes me and is very thorough. I love the staff as well !!
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Karaman listened to me. No one else has.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Very personable and I feel he knows me personally.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
I waited 42 minutes past by appointment time before he saw me.
During the five minutes we spoke, he looked at his phone watch twice. He is a great doctor but NEVER on time.
I had a 9:10 appointment.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Waited for two hours but he only spoke to me for five minutes.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Didn’t ask in depth questions about lifestyle that may affect my frequent urination
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Very professional very kind gentle brilliant very specific with details and always on target
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
This was my first visit to AUI. Dr. Karaman was very nice and informative and discussed the options for my issue and he took time to answer my questions.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Helpful
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Karaman took the time to explain everything to me.
And also everyone was so kind. I didnt have to wait long before I was called back either.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
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Panama City: Panama City
500 W 11th Street Panama City, FL 32401
Dr. Umar Karaman, M.D., 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
He listens and cares ! Never rushes me and is very thorough. I love the staff as well !!
Dr. Karaman listened to me. No one else has.
Very personable and I feel he knows me personally.
I waited 42 minutes past by appointment time before he saw me. During the five minutes we spoke, he looked at his phone watch twice. He is a great doctor but NEVER on time. I had a 9:10 appointment.
Waited for two hours but he only spoke to me for five minutes.
Didn’t ask in depth questions about lifestyle that may affect my frequent urination
Very professional very kind gentle brilliant very specific with details and always on target
This was my first visit to AUI. Dr. Karaman was very nice and informative and discussed the options for my issue and he took time to answer my questions.
Helpful
Dr. Karaman took the time to explain everything to me. And also everyone was so kind. I didnt have to wait long before I was called back either.