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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Excellent Doctor!
(5 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Karaman was extremely polite, professional, and gave me different treatment options which made my visit significantly better.
(5 days ago)
Jul-2026
Top notch!!
(6 days ago)
Jul-2026
He treats you like a person not just a patient 😊 He listens to what you have to say. He is understanding and cares about his patients.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He took his time to listen and answer all my questions. Very caring and knowledgeable!
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very friendly and thorough. And explains things on a non doctor level for the rest of us.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Very professional & gentle physician!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Seems to be very talented
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
I don’t enjoy going to the doctor, and I especially don’t enjoy going to the urologist. However, Dr. Karaman makes it all good. He’s not only very knowledgeable, he’s super nice and answers all of my questions without being in a hurry. He’s definitely my favorite local doctor and I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone seeking top quality care!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-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
Excellent Doctor!
Dr. Karaman was extremely polite, professional, and gave me different treatment options which made my visit significantly better.
Top notch!!
He treats you like a person not just a patient 😊 He listens to what you have to say. He is understanding and cares about his patients.
He took his time to listen and answer all my questions. Very caring and knowledgeable!
Very friendly and thorough. And explains things on a non doctor level for the rest of us.
Excellent!
Very professional & gentle physician!
Seems to be very talented
I don’t enjoy going to the doctor, and I especially don’t enjoy going to the urologist. However, Dr. Karaman makes it all good. He’s not only very knowledgeable, he’s super nice and answers all of my questions without being in a hurry. He’s definitely my favorite local doctor and I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone seeking top quality care!