Best Ovarian Cancer Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Professor Bulent Karagoz is a senior medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in tumour biology and immunotherapy for complex gynae-oncological cases.

• Focuses on targeted therapies – drugs that attack specific cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Uses cancer immunotherapy to help the body's immune system recognise and destroy tumour cells
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Published over 40 research papers on tumour immunology and innovative cancer treatments
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Associate Professor Eda Tanrikulu ranked third in Turkey's national medical oncology specialty exam and now leads complex cancer cases at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in gynaecological cancers including ovarian cancer management
• Uses personalised chemotherapy protocols tailored to specific tumour markers
• Serves on a multidisciplinary review team for coordinated patient care
• Active researcher in international clinical trials for new cancer therapies
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Associate Professor Cem Yalcinkaya has performed over 900 procedures and holds prestigious certification from the European Society of Gynaecologic Oncology.

• Specialises in fertility-sparing surgery to preserve reproductive options for patients
• Uses da Vinci robotic surgery for high precision and faster post-op recovery
• Trained at Charité Berlin, one of Europe's largest and most respected university hospitals
• Certified robotic surgeon proficient in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques

Professor Mustafa Solak refined his oncology expertise at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas – consistently ranked as one of the top cancer hospitals globally.

• Specialises in managing complex ovarian cancer cases and reproductive system tumours
• Completed a high-level fellowship at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Expertise extends to gastrointestinal and head and neck cancers
• Handled a high volume of cases at major Turkish training hospitals
• Focuses on targeted medical oncology protocols for gynaecological malignancies

Professor Alici is a senior clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with over 1,100 successful cancer treatments to his name.

• Specialises in managing complex or advanced ovarian cancer cases
• Uses targeted therapy to attack cancer cells without harming healthy tissue
• Expert in biological therapies that stimulate the immune system to fight tumours
• Coordinates multidisciplinary care for patients needing chemotherapy and surgical intervention

Assoc. Prof. Gorkem Turkkan started his medical education at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in 2003 and completed it at Zonguldak Karaelmas (Bülent Ecevit) University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He completed his specialization at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and became a radiation oncology specialist in 2016.

After completing his compulsory service, he served as a Lecturer and Head of Department at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, from May 2019 to February 2021. Meanwhile, between March and June 2020, he worked as a clinical researcher at Maastricht University Faculty of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology – MAASTRO Clinic (Netherlands) on stereotactic radiotherapy, thoracic radiotherapy-related lung toxicity and proton therapy. While he was working at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and Liv Hospital Ulus Radiation Oncology Clinic between March 2021 and April 2023, he received the title of Associate Professor in February 2023. She has been serving her patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental since May 2023.

He has performed both traditional radiotherapy and advanced radiotherapy throughout his career. He is one of the experienced physicians in our country in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided radiotherapy treatments, which have become increasingly popular and used especially recently. So far, he has successfully completed more than 2500 radiotherapy sessions with the MR-Linac device.

He has been a member of the Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology (TROD) since 2013 and the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) since 2015. He has 27 articles published in domestic and international journals, 31 oral-poster presentations presented at national and international congresses, and 5 book chapters published by national and international publishing houses. He taught Term I and Term V undergraduate courses at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, postgraduate courses within the scope of Ear Nose and Throat Department Specialization training, and Radiotherapy associate degree courses at İstinye University Vocational School of Health Services. She is currently working on 2 ongoing TÜBİTAK Projects. He is married and has a son.

MEDICAL INTERESTS

MR-Linac

Linac

Stereotactic (Pinpoint) Radiotherapy

Prostate Cancers

Breast Cancers

Lung Cancers

Rectum Cancers

Brain and Spinal Cord Cancers

Head and Neck Cancers

Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT)

Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)

Dr. Sertkaya graduated from Konya Meram Science High School in 2001 and entered Gazi University Medical Faculty the same year, graduating in 2008. He completed his urology specialization at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital in 2014, becoming a urology specialist.

Since becoming a specialist, he has focused on the sub-branch of Andrology, attending various training sessions and conferences and performing surgeries with some of the world's leading Andrology professors. In 2017, he passed the written and oral proficiency exams conducted by the European Association of Urology, earning the title of "FEBU."

In 2020, Dr. Sertkaya achieved the rank of Associate Professor of Urology. His journey in Urology and Andrology, which began in 2008, continues at the Andro Expertise Male Health and Aesthetics Center, which he founded in 2022. He sees patients in his own clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

Dr. Banu Atalar is a board-certified radiation oncologist (Türkiye, 2004). She is a Full Professor at Acibadem MAA University (2018–present) and a clinician at Anadolu Medical Center (2026–present). She trained at Istanbul and Cerrahpaşa. In 2011, she completed a Stanford clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery. Her practice focuses on CNS, thoracic, and GI tumors. About 75% of her care involves SRS and MR‑guided adaptive SRS.

Her honors include the ASCO IDEA award (2004), the IASLC International Mentorship Award (2018), and H.FACR (2025). She has 72 international peer‑reviewed publications. Her leadership roles include President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (2025–27) and Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee (2024–27). She served on the ASCO Resource‑Stratified Guidelines Committee (2013–18) and on RSS meeting and nomination committees. She organized national congresses (2023, 2025) and has been an invited speaker at major meetings.

Prof. Hüseyin Baloğlu is a pathology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Kocaeli, Turkey. He focuses on molecular pathology, surgical pathology, and tumour biopsy and diagnostics.

Education and accreditations: MD, GATA Medical School (1986). Pathology specialty training, GATA (1992). Associate Professor (Doçent), GATA (2004). Visiting scholar at Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York) and Heidelberg University.

Achievements: author of over 600 peer‑reviewed publications. Holds a patent in molecular diagnostics for thyroid cancer. Leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services.

Professor Iyibozkurt is a prominent gynaecologic oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a PhD in molecular medicine and specialist training from the USA.

• Certified in robotic surgery at Florida Hospital to perform precise, minimally invasive cancer resections
• Highly skilled in laparoscopy, using small incisions for faster recovery and less post-operative pain
• Holds a PhD in molecular medicine for deeper insights into the genetic drivers of tumours
• Member of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)
• Completed clinical rotations at the University of Oxford and the University of Leeds

Professor Sezer Sağlam is a senior medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in complex tumour management and systemic therapies.

• Specialises in medical oncology at a JCI-accredited hospital centre
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Affiliated with the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENETs)
• Maintains international standards as a member of ASCO
• Focuses on targeted treatments for gastrointestinal and related tumours

Personal information

Title: Professor Doctor

Branch: Radiation Oncology

Work History:

1 GATA Military Medical Faculty

2 Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

3 T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University \ Associate Professor

4 T.R Demiroğlu Bilim University \ Professor

Medical Specialties and Subspecialties:

1 Head and Neck Cancers

2 Radiation Oncology

Priority treatments:

1 Prostate cancer

2 Conformal treatments

Special advanced health technologies:

1 Truebeam Stx Technology

2 Halcyons

Education

1991 - Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

1996 - Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Radiation

Oncology Specialization Training

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital who previously headed the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University.

• Specialises in medical oncology for the management of solid tumours and gynaecological cancers
• Served as a Clinical Education Officer, training new specialists in the latest oncological protocols
• Hold European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) aligned expertise in systemic cancer therapies
• Manages complex cases using targeted therapies and personalised medicine at a major university hospital

The doctor specializes in managing breast cancer, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. With extensive experience since 2014 at Anadolu Medical Center, the doctor has previously served at Medical Park Hospital, Kocaeli Derince Education and Research Hospital, and Erzurum Regional Education and Research Hospital. The doctor's military service included a role as a Medical Oncology specialist at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

Educational achievements include a degree in general medicine from Istanbul University and specializations in internal medicine and medical oncology. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Medical Oncology Society, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Professor Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's national medical oncology exam and has managed over 900 complex cancer cases. He leads the oncology department at Memorial Şişli Hospital, where he develops individualised treatment programmes.

• Specialises in targeted therapy and immunotherapy for advanced-stage gynaecological cancers
• Winner of the Best Poster Award at the 19th National Cancer Congress
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published 42 research papers on oncological outcomes in international journals
• Expert in integrating systemic treatments like chemotherapy with modern biological therapies

Professor Yesim Yildirim leads the medical oncology department at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for complex gynecological cancers.

• Acclaimed Professor and researcher who has co-authored textbooks on precision medicine and advanced cancer care
• Completed specialized immunooncology training at the Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London
• Certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) for international specialist standards
• Active member of the European School of Oncology with over 80 medical publications

Associate Professor Sema Karakas is a specialist gynecologic oncologist at Hisar Hospital who focuses on keyhole and scarless surgical techniques for complex pelvic cases.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – a closed procedure that uses small incisions for faster recovery
• Performs V-Notes scarless surgery to remove cysts and treat uterine conditions without visible marks
• Expert in colposcopy – a detailed internal examination to identify and treat abnormal cells early
• Treats endometriosis and chocolate cysts using minimally invasive methods to reduce post-operative pain

Dr Rahib Hasanov provides personalised care for ovarian cancer patients at Hisar Hospital, utilising international insights gained from the Houston Methodist Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and 'smart drugs' that attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in immunotherapies, which use the body's immune system to fight gynaecological tumours
• Completed a medical oncology fellowship at Marmara University to treat complex urogenital system tumours
• Focuses on personalised oncology, tailoring treatment plans to the specific genetic profile of the patient

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

Professor Sezer Saglam is a senior medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with high-level expertise in complex tumour management.

• Holds a professorship in medical oncology from Istanbul University
• Specialises in systemic therapies for advanced-stage gynaecological cancers
• Current member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Trained at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute