46 Best Adenocarcinoma Doctors in Istanbul

Dr. Bulent Karagoz is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for sarcoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer. Dr. Karagoz provides treatment at a facility affiliated with the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Authored over 40 research publications focusing on tumor biology and immunology.
• Former Head of Internal Diseases at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine.
• Held leadership roles in medical oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and European Head and Neck Society.

Associate Professor Eda Tanrikulu provides advanced medical oncology care at Anadolu Medical Center, having ranked third nationally in Turkey's prestigious minor specialty exams.

• Specialises in individualised chemotherapy and targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and lung tumours
• Completed specialist oncology training at the renowned Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Active researcher in international clinical trials for emerging cancer therapies
• Holds memberships with the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and ESMO

Dr. Ilker Tinay is an urological oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He sits on the Executive Board of the Association of Urooncology. Dr. Tinay specializes in minimally invasive surgery and neo-bladder reconstruction. He works at Anadolu, a Top 10 global hospital according to MTQUA. The center is also affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Member of the American College of Surgeons and European Association of Urology.
• Secretary of the Bladder Tumours Research Group.
• Winner of the Urooncology Association Scientific Research Award.
• Performs complex procedures including robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and nephrectomy.

Dr. Vafi Atalay is a colorectal and general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center. He developed the tube ileostomy technique to eliminate the need for ostomy-closure surgery. This method was published in the journal Colorectal Disease. Dr. Atalay specializes in pancreatic, colon, rectal, and liver cancers.

• Winner of the Gold Medal Award at the Istanbul International Invention Fair.
• Authored over 30 articles in national and international medical journals.
• Received the Best Scientific Research Award from several surgical congresses.
• Practices at a clinic affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Abdulmuttalip Simsek is a urological surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and reconstructive surgery for complex urological conditions. Dr. Simsek holds the rank of Professor and completed reconstructive urology training in the UK. He treats a wide range of cancers including kidney, prostate, and bladder malignancies.

• Performs HoLEP for benign prostatic hyperplasia and penile prosthesis surgery.
• Expert in reconstructive procedures such as urethroplasty and hypospadias surgery.
• Treats sexual health conditions, including erectile dysfunction and Peyronie's disease.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility known for oncology and robotic surgery excellence.

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
• Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Professor Sezer Sağlam is a leading medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in the treatment of gastrointestinal adenocarcinoma and neuroendocrine tumours.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in gastrointestinal oncology at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENETS) for specialised cancer care
• Serves as a Professor of Medical Oncology at one of Turkey's top healthcare groups
• Expert in managing complex cases through the American Cancer Center in Istanbul
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Professor Ayshe Okumush is a leading radiation oncologist at Neolife Medical Center, specialising in high-precision radiotherapy for complex tumours.

• Expert in Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) – delivers high-dose radiation to tumours with pin-point accuracy
• Uses Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) for faster treatments and better protection of healthy tissue
• Member of the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
• Specialises in Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) to track patient movement in real-time during sessions

Professor Sefik Igdem is a leading radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specialises in using targeted radiotherapy to treat adenocarcinoma, particularly in the prostate, head, and neck.

• Uses Truebeam STx technology to deliver high-dose radiation with millimetre precision
• Specialises in conformal treatments that shape radiation beams to match the tumour
• Utilises Halcyon systems for faster, more comfortable imaging and treatment sessions
• Serves as a Professor at Demiroglu Bilim University – training future specialists
• Expert in managing complex cases involving head and neck cancers

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist. His work focuses on metabolically supported chemotherapy (MSCT), ketogenic diet–supported cancer care, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and insulin potentiation therapy. He emphasizes care for breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers.

He is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Neolife Medical Center (2026–present). He previously served at Private Bahçelievler Medical Park (2013–2026), Medicana Beylikdüzü (2010–2013), Silivri Anadolu (2009–2010), Diyarbakır Training and Research (2008–2009), and Bursa Çekirge State (2006–2008). Earlier, he worked as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1997–2003). He was an Assistant Professor at Altınbaş University (2014–2026).

Training: Medical Oncology subspecialty, Marmara University (2003–2006). Internal Medicine, Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune (1992–1996). Medicine, Uludağ University (1985–1990). Member, Medical Oncology Association (since 2004). His recent research (2019–2020) covers gastric, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers. Topics include long‑term survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer and feasibility in metastatic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

Professor Serkan Keskin is a top-ranked oncologist who achieved first place in Turkey's national medical oncology proficiency exam.

• Performs 1,100+ oncology procedures annually at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Uses targeted therapy and immunotherapy to treat complex adenocarcinoma cases
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published 42 research articles on cancer treatment in international journals
• Award-winning specialist recognised for clinical excellence at the National Cancer Congress

Professor Mustafa Solak completed a specialist fellowship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – consistently ranked as the top cancer hospital globally.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal adenocarcinoma and breast cancer management
• Trained at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, a premier research facility
• Expertise includes chemotherapy and targeted systemic therapies for lung and head-neck cancers
• Completed residency training at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on precise drug protocols for complex solid tumours

Dr. Sema Karakas is a gynecologic oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in scarless V-NOTES surgery for uterine and ovarian cyst removal. Dr. Karakas treats complex conditions like uterine, ovarian, and cervical cancers. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves over 250,000 patients annually.

• Performs scarless tubal ligation and hysterectomy using V-NOTES techniques.
• Treats HPV and performs diagnostic colposcopy, LEEP, and conization.
• Manages urinary incontinence using medical, laser, and surgical options.
• Provides surgical treatment for endometriosis and hysteroscopic polyp removal.

Dr. Mustafa Ozdogan is a professor and medical oncology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He is the current President of the Antalya Breast Cancer Association. Dr. Ozdogan previously led oncology departments at Memorial Antalya and Medstar Antalya hospitals. He focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to complex cancer care.

• Sits on the board of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Maintains active membership in ESMO and ASCO.
• Co-chairs the national working group for head and neck cancers.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features MR Linac and robotic surgery systems.

Professor Peker is a dual-specialist surgeon who performed over 600 complex operations for pancreatic, stomach, and liver cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Specialises in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery – treating tumours of the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts
• Holds a PhD in medical biology specifically focused on cancer biology and cellular aging
• Former founder of the hepatopancreatobiliary training unit at Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Hospital
• Ranked in the top 3 nationally for his gastroenterology surgery specialist examinations

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and lung adenocarcinomas.

• Followed specialist training in immunooncology at the Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London
• Co-authored the international handbook on precision medicine and advanced cancer care
• Holds a formal attestation from the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Professor at Halic University with over 80 peer-reviewed medical publications
• Specialises in targeted therapies that attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue

Associate Professor Heves Surmeli is a clinical oncology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a track record in managing gastrointestinal and lung adenocarcinoma.

• Served as Administrative and Clinical Director at a major Turkish training hospital
• Specialises in medical oncology for gastrointestinal, breast, and urological cancers
• Member of several professional medical societies focused on cancer care research
• Published numerous peer-reviewed articles on systemic treatments and patient outcomes