Brain Cancer Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic tumors. He serves as a professor at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Cicin previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force.

• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including gynecologic, orthopedic, and neuro-oncology cases.
• Expert in HIPEC and chemoembolization for liver and abdominal malignancies.
• Works at a 300-bed university hospital with 33 medical departments.

Professor Nejat Akalan is a world-renowned neurosurgeon who specializes in treating complex brain tumours and gliomas at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Uses intraoperative MRI (iMRI) to view the brain in real-time – ensures maximum tumour removal while protecting healthy tissue
• Employs the O-arm Imaging System for high-precision navigation during surgery – reducing risks and complication rates
• Co-authored 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery' – a key textbook used by surgeons globally
• Published 117 scientific papers on nervous system disorders and surgical techniques

Professor Turkan Ozturk Topcu is an accomplished medical oncologist who brings global expertise from prestigious North American cancer institutions to Biruni University Hospital.

• Completed training at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA
• Refined clinical protocols at Canada's Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Centre
• Specialises in managing brain tumours and secondary brain cancers
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Professor Gul Alco is a leading radiation oncologist at Medipol Hospital who specialises in precise radiation delivery for complex brain tumours.

• Holds a Professor title from Istanbul Medipol University School of Medicine
• Uses targeted radiation therapy to destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy brain tissue
• Completed specialised residency training in radiation oncology at Kadir Has University
• Fellow of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Demiroglu Bilim University
• Focuses on clinical research to improve patient outcomes in oncology cases

Professor Karacetin is the Head of Radiation Oncology at Biruni University Hospital and trained at the world-renowned Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto.

• Treats primary and metastatic brain tumours using precision radiation to spare healthy tissue
• Uses intraoperative radiotherapy to deliver targeted treatment during surgical procedures
• Specialises in brachytherapy – placing radioactive sources directly near tumours for higher dose accuracy
• Former Head of Department at major Health Sciences University faculties across Turkey
• Holds a masters degree in phytotherapy for integrating supportive herbal-based care

Dr. Nail Paksoy is an associate professor of medical oncology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. He is board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Dr. Paksoy specializes in lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. He uses modern immunotherapy and targeted therapy protocols. His clinic is JCI-accredited for high safety standards.

• Served as a subinvestigator in over 8 international clinical trials for Roche and Pfizer.
• Authored over 40 research articles in journals indexed by SCI and SSCI.
• Completed dual fellowships in allergy-immunology and medical oncology.
• Treats complex sarcomas and renal cell carcinomas with systemic therapies.

Dr Elnur Sahibov is a radiation oncology specialist at Emsey Hospital who focuses on high-precision radiotherapy for treating brain tumours.

• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Specialises in radiation oncology for malignant and benign brain tumours
• Part of a multidisciplinary surgical team for complex neurological oncology cases
• Experienced in English-speaking clinical environments from his medical training

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Dr. Ayşe İrem Yasin is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a prestigious ESMO Board Certificate. Dr. Yasin specializes in solid tumors, including breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. She treats complex cases such as Merkel cell carcinoma and cancers of unknown primary.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School, Cleveland Clinic, and Basel University Hospital.
• Completed a clinical observership at the Breast Cancer Unit in Novara, Italy.
• Treats brain and CNS malignancies, soft tissue sarcomas, and urologic cancers.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is the former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University. He currently leads the oncology department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Specialises in medical oncology for managing complex and advanced-stage tumours
• Oversees systemic treatment plans including immunotherapy and targeted drug therapies
• Holds a double residency in both internal medicine and medical oncology
• Previously served as an Education Officer at Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Fellow of the Health Sciences University Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.