Best Immunotherapy For Breast Cancer Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

The doctor is a highly experienced Turkish medical oncologist specializing in sarcoma, lymphoma, pancreatic, lung cancer, and breast cancer. With over 20 years of experience, the doctor focuses on tumor biology, tumor immunology, cancer immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. Since 2019, the doctor has been serving as a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center and previously held leadership roles at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. The doctor has authored over 40 publications in cancer research and is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head and Neck Society.

The doctor is a highly regarded oncologist at the Anadolu Medical Center, specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy. After obtaining a medical degree from Ankara University in 2005, the doctor completed specialty training in internal medicine at Istanbul University and further specialized in medical oncology at Marmara University by 2017. The doctor has led the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital and has participated in numerous international clinical studies. The doctor focuses on a wide range of cancers, including breast, urological, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers, among others.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology societies, including the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, the European Society of Medical Oncology, and the American Society of Medical Oncology. The doctor has participated in advanced training programs globally, including programs at Oxford University and ESMO.

The doctor graduated from the School of Medicine at Hacettepe University and completed residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, followed by a fellowship at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

Specializing in oncology, the doctor has extensive experience in treating various cancers, including breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, head and neck, and gastrointestinal cancers.

The doctor has worked at prestigious institutions such as The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Hitit University Corum Training Hospital, and Medical Park Hospital.

Professor Sezer Sağlam leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he applies specialised expertise in complex cancer protocols.

• Holds a professorship in medical oncology from Istanbul Medical Faculty
• International member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Specialised in neuroendocrine tumours through the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society

Associate Professor Emine Yildirim is a breast surgery specialist at Atlas University Hospital who focus on advanced treatment protocols for complex breast malignancies.

• Holds international certification in the management of triple-negative breast cancer
• Specialises in assessing pathological responses following neoadjuvant chemotherapy and immunotherapy
• Expert in nipple-sparing surgery and oncoplastic breast reconstructions
• Published researcher on using MRI and machine learning for breast cancer staging
• Recognised for her work in axillary staging and residual tumour assessment

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin led the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine as a senior specialist and educator.

• Specialises in immunotherapy protocols and internal medicine for complex oncology cases
• Former Education Officer at Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital training new oncologists
• Conducted advanced medical oncology research at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on targeted systemic therapies and evidence-based medicine at Medipol Bahçelievler

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.

Prof. Yeşim (Yesim) Yıldırım — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2011). ESMO-certified specialist, Professor since 2021, author of 80+ scientific publications. Trained at top centers — Rambam (Israel) and Mount Vernon (UK). Treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcomas; uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

Why patients choose Dr. Yeşim Yıldırım:

• 20+ years of clinical practice; Professor of Medical Oncology since 2021.
• 80+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy — treatment plans are based on up-to-date evidence.
• ESMO certification — from Europe’s leading oncology society — confirms high qualification and continuous training to international standards.

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 leading academic in medical oncology who has published deep research into the immune responses and markers of HER2-positive breast cancer.

• Specialises in managing complex breast tumours using targeted immunotherapy protocols
• Serves as a senior Professor of Medical Oncology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Maintains active memberships in the American Society of Clinical Oncology and ESMO
• Researches serum cytokine concentrations to improve outcomes for newly diagnosed patients

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

The doctor is an oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Currently, the doctor practices at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

With a career spanning multiple esteemed institutions, the doctor has served as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital, a physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic, and a member of the Oncology Department at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Selcuk University and achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2016.

Professor Cemil Bilir is a highly qualified medical oncologist who researched pharmaceutical biotechnology and nanomedicine at Northeastern University in Boston.

• Holds a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry, focusing on the molecular science behind cancer treatments
• Maintains active memberships in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and ESMO
• Completed an international clinical rotation at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Serves as a Professor at Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine, training the next generation of oncologists

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a dual-qualified expert in both Immunotherapy and Medical Oncology, holding European Board Certification from ESMO.

• Specialised fellowship training in Allergy and Immunology alongside Medical Oncology
• Served as a sub-investigator on major ROCHE and AstraZeneca international clinical trials for breast cancer
• Extensively published on HER2-positive breast cancer outcomes and immunotherapy response
• Expertise in managing complex systemic treatments and drug hypersensitivity desensitisation

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a strong focus on immunotherapy and targeted treatments for solid tumours.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals on oncology and patient outcomes
• Serves on the editorial board for BMC Cancer, a major international medical journal
• Researches neoadjuvant chemotherapy responses specifically in breast cancer cases
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Completed a clinical observership at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom

Professor Irfan Cicin is a senior medical oncologist who leads the oncology department at İstinye University – one of Turkey's premier medical training institutions.

• Specialises in tailored immunotherapy protocols for complex breast cancer cases
• Completed dedicated fellowship training in medical oncology at Trakya University
• Serves as a Professor of Medical Oncology, training the next generation of specialists
• Expert in managing internal medicine complications during intensive cancer therapies
• Extensive academic background with over two decades in clinical research and practice

Associate Professor Ayse Irem Yasin is a certified European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) specialist with international training in advanced breast cancer care.

• Completed a dedicated observership at the Breast Cancer Unit in Novara, Italy
• Earned the prestigious ESMO Board Certificate in Paris
• Trained at world-leading institutions including Cleveland Clinic and Harvard Medical School
• Specialises in managing complex breast and urological malignancies
• Practises at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Ozden is a medical oncology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who focuses on internal medicine and systemic cancer therapies.

• Completed the English Medical Programme at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Specialised in medical oncology at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in internal medicine residency from Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Treats patients at VM Medical Park, a major JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul

Associate Professor Muhammed Mustafa Atci is a leading medical oncologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, specialising in complex breast cancer treatment protocols.

• Education Coordinator for medical oncology at one of Turkey's major city hospitals
• Published key research on BRCA mutation profiles and high-risk breast cancer characteristics
• Expert in managing residual triple-negative breast cancer following neoadjuvant therapy
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2018
• Researched metabolic tumour volume to predict patient response to chemotherapy