239 Best Oncology Doctors in Turkey

Professor Celikel specialises in oncological pulmonology at Academic Hospital, focusiing on the diagnosis and treatment of cancers within the respiratory system.

• Manages late-stage lung tumours, including stage 4 lung cancer cases
• Treats patients at a facility accredited by TEMOS International Healthcare
• Oversees care at a hospital authorised for international health tourism
• Handles complex respiratory conditions alongside oncological treatment plans
• Practices at a centre certified by TÜV NORD CERT for quality standards

Professor Celalettin Camci is a senior surgical oncologist at HEC Turkey in Istanbul. He specialises in the surgical removal of malignant tumours within a high-standard clinical environment.

• Performs surgical interventions for various types of cancer
• Practices at a facility accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI)
• Works in a clinic licensed by the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate
• Manages complex oncological cases using modern surgical infrastructure

Professor Demir is a specialist thoracic surgeon at Estophia Hospital in Istanbul. He focuses on removing malignant lung tumours while preserving as much healthy respiratory function as possible.

• Specialises in lung cancer surgery and voice box tumour removal
• Performs lobectomies to excise specific diseased sections of the lung
• Uses lung segmentectomy to treat smaller tumours with less tissue loss
• Practises at Estophia Hospital, a large facility with 297 patient beds

Professor Didem Tastekin is a top-ranked researcher and medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital. She was named Best Researcher of the Year at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute for her work on complex cases.

• Specialises in managing advanced lung and breast cancer cases
• Received the TUBITAK Incentive Award for groundbreaking cancer research
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) and ASCO
• Completed medical oncology subspecialty training at Istanbul University

Dr Kaplan is a leading radiation oncologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital specialising in CyberKnife and targeted radiation therapy.

• Uses CyberKnife – robotic radiation that hits tumours with pinpoint accuracy while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in managing breast, liver, and bladder cancers with personalised radiation protocols
• Focuses on gastrointestinal oncology including colorectal, stomach, and gallbladder cancer cases
• Delivers targeted radiotherapy for head and neck cancers to minimise side effects

Professor Gunluoglu is a leading thoracic surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital specialising in complex lung and oesophageal cancer treatments.

• Performs esophagectomies to remove tumours from the food pipe
• Expert in lobectomies, removing specific sections of the lung with precision
• Works within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive cancer care
• Focuses on managing postoperative recovery to improve patient outcomes

Professor Karakayali is an award-winning surgical oncologist at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. She specialises in treating rectal and colon tumours using techniques that reduce physical impact.

• Trained in colorectal surgery at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Pioneered transanal minimally invasive surgery to remove rectal tumours with smaller incisions
• Won first prize at the Turkish Colon and Rectal Surgery Congress for innovative surgical video presentations
• Expert in laparoscopic low anterior resections – a key procedure for treating bowel cancer

Dr Sumeyye Altintas Kaksi focuses on melanoma treatment and skin surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital. She integrates specialist dermatological expertise into the clinics oncology programme.

• Specialises in diagnosing and managing melanoma and other skin-related malignancies
• Performs skin surgery to remove cancerous lesions with a patient-centred approach
• Practices at a major university hospital equipped for complex dermatological cases
• Focuses on achieving optimal outcomes through precise diagnosis of skin conditions

Professor Filiz is a specialist surgical oncologist at Baskent University Istanbul Hospital. He completed a prestigious fellowship in breast and endocrine surgery at Haukeland University Hospital in Norway.

• Specialises in surgical treatment for breast, colorectal, and endocrine cancers
• Member of the European Society of Surgical Oncology
• Expert in endorectal ultrasonography for accurate rectal cancer staging
• Published award-winning research on bowel cleansing protocols and surgical site healing
• Holds senior academic leadership roles including former Deputy Dean

Dr Ozdemir is a senior head and neck surgeon who previously led the ENT department at Namik Kemal University Medical Faculty.

• Specialises in head and neck oncology, including tonsil and tongue cancer cases
• Trained at Hacettepe University Medical Center – Turkey's top-ranked medical school
• Former Head of Surgical Medical Sciences and University Senate member
• Served as an instructor and chief assistant at Izmir Ataturk Education and Research Hospital
• Expertise in complex ENT-related tumours and surgical medical education

Professor Kalemci is a chest disease specialist at Ento Surgical Medical Center with over 50 international publications. He leads clinical research into lung cancer and complex respiratory conditions.

• Specialised in chest diseases at Dokuz Eylül University – a leading Turkish medical faculty
• Published 40 studies in high-impact medical journals on respiratory health
• Focuses on clinical and experimental research for lung cancer treatment
• Regular speaker at global medical congresses on chest diseases

Surgeon, oncologist, specialist in the field of digestive system surgery and breast oncology.

25 years old

• Worked in clinics in the USA and Great Britain.
• Board Certified in Gastrointestinal Surgery by Johns Hopkins Institute, USA
• Certified as a specialist in laparoscopic surgery by the Port de Choisy Medical Center, France.
• Director of the American College of Surgeons for students from Turkey.