Liver cancer stage 3 Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Professor Yahya Ozel completed intensive training in hepatobiliary surgery at Tokyo University Hospital – a global leader in complex liver and bile duct procedures.

• Specialises in oncological surgery for advanced liver and pancreatic cases
• Performed research in Japan under world-renowned pioneers of liver resection
• Uses robotic and laparoscopic surgery for smaller incisions and faster recovery
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate in endoscopy and surgical techniques
• Former academic faculty member involved in training the next generation of surgeons

The doctor is a highly trained general surgeon with extensive expertise in advanced laparoscopic techniques. Having completed medical education at Ondokuz Mayıs University in 1991 and specialization at KTÜ Faculty of Medicine Farabi Hospital in 1998, the doctor has pursued rigorous post-graduate training at prestigious institutions. This includes specialized certifications in laparoscopic surgery, laparoscopic antireflux procedures, and advanced bariatric surgery.

Furthermore, the doctor possesses significant clinical experience in morbid obesity management and oncological cancer surgery, having completed advanced training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. The doctor focuses on minimally invasive surgical interventions to improve patient outcomes in complex general surgery cases.

Professor Ozden is a dual-specialist in internal medicine and oncology at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital – a major healthcare facility in Istanbul.

• Specialises in medical oncology for advanced disease stages
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on systemic treatments for complex liver malignancies
• Coordinates multi-stage care for progressive cancer cases

Associate Professor Babek Tabandeh is a senior general surgeon at Medical Park Göztepe who specialises in cancer surgery and minimally invasive techniques.

• Member of the Liver Transplantation Society, focusing on complex hepatobiliary cases
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, meeting high international surgical standards
• Academic at Bahçeşehir University, staying at the forefront of surgical research
• Uses minimally invasive surgeries to support faster recovery times and smaller scars
• Published over 40 research papers on surgical outcomes and oncological techniques

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating colon, breast, gastric, and lung cancers. He previously served as the Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital. Dr. Atci is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Author of 19 peer-reviewed papers on gastrointestinal, thoracic, and endocrine cancers.
• Published studies on survival outcomes for stage IIB colon cancer in the Journal of Chemotherapy.
• Researches prognostic biomarkers using PET/CT scans and metabolic tumor volume.
• Treats complex oncological cases at the university-affiliated İstinye University clinic.

Dr Volkan Kinas is an oncological surgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex gastrointestinal and organ-specific cancer removals.

• Specialises in bile duct surgery to restore normal digestive flow
• Performs liver-related oncological surgery for metabolic and cancerous conditions
• Manages pancreatic and gastric surgeries for advanced-stage cancer patients
• Focuses on surgical interventions for cancers of the digestive system
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a major centre for international patients

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist specialising in comprehensive care for advanced malignancies at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Board certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) in medical oncology
• Participated in global clinical trials for immunological and targeted therapies with Roche, Pfizer, and Bayer
• Expertise in administering PRRT therapy – targeted radiation that treats neuroendocrine tumours with minimal damage to healthy tissue
• Highly active in oncology research with over 30 published papers on treatment efficacy and patient survival factors

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.

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.

Associate Professor Turkan Ozturk Topcu brings international expertise to Biruni University Hospital, having trained at some of the world's most prestigious cancer institutions.

• Completed a fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the United States
• Gained specialised clinical experience at Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Centre in Canada
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Treats advanced gastrointestinal malignancies including Stage 3 liver cancer
• Holds membership with the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is the former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University, where he led the department in managing advanced gastrointestinal cancers. He now brings this senior clinical leadership to Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in medical oncology for advanced tumours requiring systemic therapy
• Previously served as Education Officer at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Focuses on tailored chemotherapy and biological therapy protocols for liver malignancies
• Member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.