Dr. Joben Abraham is a trail-blazing and pioneering surgeon, uniquely "dual board-certified" in both Urology and Transplant Surgery. Recognized as the "First and Only" Filipino urologist fellowship-trained in minimally invasive surgery and kidney transplantation, he is a national leader advancing the frontiers of surgical care in the Philippines. Leadership & Academic Roles: Assistant Professor of Surgery, UERM College of Medicine Chairman, Philippine Board of Transplant Surgery Consultant, National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) Head of Minimally Invasive Urology, St. Luke's Medical Center, Quezon City Head of Endourology, St. Luke's Medical Center, Global City Concurrent Secretary, Philippine Endourological and Robotic Society & Philippine Society for Transplant Surgeons Expertise & Advanced Training: Dr. Abraham’s exceptional training includes two prestigious U.S. fellowships: Endourology & Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine, under Dr. Ralph V. Clayman, a pioneer of laparoscopic urology. Here, he mastered advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques. Organ Transplantation & Immunology at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, under renowned immunologist Dr. Barry D. Kahan. This dual expertise makes him a foremost authority in: Minimally Invasive Urology: A master of endoscopic (PCNL, URS, RIRS, ECIRS), laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted surgery for complex kidney stones, obstructions, and urological cancers. Dr. Abraham pioneered the upper pole prone percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and performed the Philippines’ first retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS), establishing landmark innovations in the field of urology. These minimally invasive techniques have since become the preferred approach for managing complex renal calculi—including staghorn stones and cases unresponsive to extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). By championing these advanced modalities, Dr. Abraham has redefined the standard of care for stone disease, offering patients safer, more effective, and nephron-sparing alternatives to traditional open surgery. Dr. Abraham has pioneered a suite of advanced laparoscopic techniques that redefine the landscape of minimally invasive urological care. These include laparoscopic tumor enucleation for renal masses, laparoscopic transvesical prostate adenomectomy, laparoscopic Boari flap ureteral reconstruction, and laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation. Each of these innovations eliminates the need for traditional open surgery—and, notably, circumvents the reliance on robotic-assisted platforms—delivering the full benefits of minimally invasive surgery while significantly reducing procedural costs. This approach expands access to high-quality surgical care without compromising precision, safety, or outcomes. Transplant Surgery: Dr. Abraham is a recognized expert in the comprehensive management of kidney transplant candidates, with particular proficiency in preparing patients with high-risk profiles—those burdened by complex comorbidities or heightened immunologic risk due to prior sensitization. His extensive experience with this challenging cohort has translated into meticulous postoperative care, contributing to consistently favorable long-term outcomes. To date, he has performed over a hundred kidney and pancreas transplants, including complex multi-organ procedures, solidifying his role as a leading figure in the Philippine transplant community. He further advanced his expertise in robotic-assisted kidney transplantation through specialized training at the Cleveland Clinic, aligning local practice with global standards in minimally invasive transplant surgery. Commitment to Education & Innovation: A sought-after international speaker and live surgery demonstrator, Dr. Abraham is deeply committed to elevating medical standards. He is the founder and organizer of the PERC Congress (www.learnperc.com), a premier biannual course focused on the latest advancements in percutaneous and endoscopic stone management. Philosophy & Vision: Dr. Abraham is a passionate advocate for providing Filipinos with access to safe, cost-efficient, and minimally invasive surgical options. His practice is guided by a holistic principle: "Total healing of the sick patient requires restoration of his physical well-being, self-esteem, faith in men, and hope in the Creator who is the source of all health."