Oncology Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 8

Dr Erdem Gelegen is an expert ophthalmologist at Ümran Tıp Merkezi who focuses on ocular oncology and restorative eye surgery.

• Treats retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration
• Uses phacoemulsification for cataract removal – a small-incision technique for faster healing
• Performs precision microsurgery for glaucoma and anterior segment disorders
• Manages corneal transplants and keratoconus to restore patient vision

Dr. Ozlem Yogurtcu is a general surgeon at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ in Istanbul. She specializes in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgeries. Dr. Yogurtcu graduated from Dokuz Eylul University and trained at Haseki Training and Research Hospital. She is fluent in English and performs minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.

• Treats gallbladder disease, hernias, and malignant breast conditions.
• Performs thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland operations.
• Manages emergency and trauma surgical cases.
• Works at a Ministry of Health-accredited center treating 180,000 patients annually.

Ms Yaren Nur Gungor is a dietician at Umran Tip Merkezi who specialise in clinical nutrition and metabolic disease management. She provides evidence-based dietary support to help patients manage health through tailored meal planning.

• Designs personalised nutrition programmes for patients with metabolic conditions
• Manages clinical diets for diabetes, thyroid disorders, and cardiovascular health
• Focuses on preventive nutrition to support long-term wellness and recovery
• Develops pediatric and adolescent meal plans to support healthy growth

Dr Osman Serdar Akkaya specialises in dermato-oncology at Ümran Medical Centre, focusing on the detection and surgical management of skin cancers.

• Diagnoses and treats both benign and malignant skin tumours
• Performs surgical interventions for the removal of skin cancers
• Manages chronic skin conditions including psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo
• Expertise in geriatric dermatology for elderly patients with complex skin needs
• Provides laser and light-based therapies for various skin lesions

Dr Nimet Ozcan is a specialist dermatologist at Ümran Medical Centre, focusing on dermato-oncology for the early detection of skin cancers.

• Specialises in managing skin tumours and surgical excision of suspicious lesions
• Trained at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish medical hub
• Uses dermato-oncology screening to identify risks before they develop into serious conditions
• Member of the medical team providing English-language consultations for international patients
• Provides tailored care plans for both adult and paediatric skin cancer screening

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. He has steered oncology departments at major university and research hospitals across Turkey.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and hormone therapy for complex organ-based tumours
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, a premier Turkish oncology centre
• Expert in managing rare cases including chordoma, sarcomas, and neuroendocrine tumours
• Senior member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Dr Sumeyye Altintas Kaksi focuses on melanoma treatment and skin surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital. She integrates specialist dermatological expertise into the clinics oncology programme.

• Specialises in diagnosing and managing melanoma and other skin-related malignancies
• Performs skin surgery to remove cancerous lesions with a patient-centred approach
• Practices at a major university hospital equipped for complex dermatological cases
• Focuses on achieving optimal outcomes through precise diagnosis of skin conditions

Dr Kaplan is a leading radiation oncologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital specialising in CyberKnife and targeted radiation therapy.

• Uses CyberKnife – robotic radiation that hits tumours with pinpoint accuracy while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in managing breast, liver, and bladder cancers with personalised radiation protocols
• Focuses on gastrointestinal oncology including colorectal, stomach, and gallbladder cancer cases
• Delivers targeted radiotherapy for head and neck cancers to minimise side effects

Professor Gunluoglu is a leading thoracic surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital specialising in complex lung and oesophageal cancer treatments.

• Performs esophagectomies to remove tumours from the food pipe
• Expert in lobectomies, removing specific sections of the lung with precision
• Works within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive cancer care
• Focuses on managing postoperative recovery to improve patient outcomes

Surgeon, oncologist, specialist in the field of digestive system surgery and breast oncology.

25 years old

• Worked in clinics in the USA and Great Britain.
• Board Certified in Gastrointestinal Surgery by Johns Hopkins Institute, USA
• Certified as a specialist in laparoscopic surgery by the Port de Choisy Medical Center, France.
• Director of the American College of Surgeons for students from Turkey.

Dr. Abut Kebudi is an oncological surgeon at Istanbul Okan University Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic and oncoplastic breast surgery. Dr. Kebudi trained at the University of California, Los Angeles. He holds a certificate in oncoplastic breast surgery from the European Breast Cancer Center.

• Authored over 250 scientific publications in oncological surgery.
• Holder of the European Board of Surgery Certificate.
• Member of the American College of Surgeons.
• Former professor at the Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine.