Oncology Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Professor Sağlam is a leading specialist in gastrointestinal oncology at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he leads the Medical Oncology Department.

• Focuses on complex gastrointestinal and neuroendocrine tumours – rare cancers of the hormone-producing cells
• Specialised in medical oncology at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Uses immunotherapy and targeted chemotherapy for advanced lung, bladder, and kidney cancers
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENET) and ASCO

Professor Sefik Igdem is a leading radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in high-precision conformal treatments for complex tumours.

• Expert in Truebeam Stx and Halcyon systems for millimeter-accurate tumour targeting
• Specialises in head and neck, prostate, and liver cancer radiation therapy
• Former staff at GATA Military Medical Faculty and Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Associate Professor Emine Yildirim is a leading surgical oncologist at Atlas University Hospital, specialising in breast-conserving surgery and reconstruction.

• Expert in triple-negative and HER2-positive breast cancer management
• Performs free flap reconstruction to restore form after cancer removal
• Specialises in thyroid cancer surgery and advanced bladder cancer cases
• Uses neoadjuvant chemotherapy – medicine before surgery to shrink tumours

Dr Sinan Karaaslan has performed over 900 procedures at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in breast, colorectal, and urogenital cancers.

• Provides systemic therapies including targeted therapy and immunotherapy – treatments that boost the immune system to fight cancer
• Manages complex urogenital cases like bladder and prostate cancer using hormone and chemotherapy
• Fellowship-trained at Cerrahpaşa Medical School – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Holds active membership in the Turkish Lung Cancer Society and the Turkish Medical Oncology Society

Professor Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's national Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam and has performed over 1,100 cancer treatments.

• Heads the Oncology Centre at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul
• Pioneers genetic mapping using NGS analysis to create personal treatment plans
• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapy to attack cancer cells precisely
• Uses 600-gene analysis to find the most effective drugs for each patient
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Professor Apuhan is a leading specialist in head and neck cancer surgery who founded the ENT department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained in head and neck surgery at The Ohio State University in the United States
• Specialises in laryngeal, thyroid, and salivary gland tumour removal
• Expert in neck dissection and complex reconstructive surgery after cancer removal
• Uses CO2 laser procedures and microscopic surgery for vocal cord tumours
• Published over 200 scientific works on ENT and head and neck conditions

Associate Professor Mustafa Solak has performed over 1,100 cancer treatments. He specialises in complex oncology cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – a global leader in oncology
• Completed a specialization fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Expertise in breast, lung, gastrointestinal, and head-neck cancers
• Utilises advanced protocols for stage 4 and treatment-resistant cancers
• Former staff at prestigious US and Turkish academic institutions

Professor Mehmet Akif Ozturk is a medical oncology specialist at the prestigious Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul.

• Serves as a Faculty Member at Üsküdar University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise developed across major research and state hospitals
• Specialises in internal medicine and medical oncology protocols
• Focuses on evidence-based cancer treatments and patient-centred care

Dr Sema Karakas is a specialist in gynecologic oncology at Hisar Hospital, pioneering scarless V-Notes surgery for uterine and ovarian cancers.

• Uses V-Notes – a rare scarless technique for uterine and cyst removal
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgeries for faster patient recovery times
• Expert in HPV diagnosis, colposcopy, and LEEP treatments
• Performs hysteroscopic surgeries to treat uterine polyps and septums
• Provides bioidentical hormone therapies and pelvic floor physiotherapy

Associate Professor Gorkem Turkkan is a pioneer in precision radiation, having successfully completed over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions using the highly accurate MR-Linac device.

• Specialises in MRI-guided and stereotactic radiotherapy for prostate, breast, and lung cancers
• Trained at Maastricht University in the Netherlands on proton therapy and lung toxicity
• Uses MR-Linac technology to track tumours in real-time, protecting healthy tissue
• Member of the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) since 2015
• Actively leads research projects for provide better oncology outcomes

Professor Akgun is a senior radiation oncology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital. She has held key academic and clinical roles across several major Turkish medical institutions.

• Specialises in radiation therapy for treating various cancer types
• Former Radiation Oncology Specialist at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialist research at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology
• Focuses on precise radiation delivery to target tumours effectively

Professor Peker has performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries and completed advanced training at the Mayo Clinic in the USA.

• Specialises in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery – complex procedures involving the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts
• Founded a dedicated surgical training unit for liver and pancreatic diseases in Turkey
• Performed over 200 liver surgeries and 900 total gastrointestinal procedures
• Holds a doctorate in medical biology, focusing on cancer biology and stem cell research

Professor Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for complex breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.

• Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) after passing their rigorous examination
• Co-authored the 'Handbook of Advanced Cancer Care Treatment' and 'Precision Medicine in Cancer'
• Completed specialized immunooncology training at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London
• Authored over 80 international publications on advanced cancer treatment and targeted protocols
• Serves as a Professor at Halic University, training the next generation of oncology specialists

Professor Komurcu is a dual-certified medical oncologist holding prestigious ECFMG and ESMO credentials from the USA and Europe. He has authored over 110 scientific papers focusing on the management of solid tumours.

• Specialises in treating breast, colorectal, lung, and small intestine cancers
• Former Professor at the Department of Medical Oncology at Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Recipient of the GATA Outstanding Service Award for his clinical and academic work
• Member of major international bodies including the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Practises at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center

Dr. Mustafa Ozdogan is a professor and medical oncology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He is the current President of the Antalya Breast Cancer Association. Dr. Ozdogan previously led oncology departments at Memorial Antalya and Medstar Antalya hospitals. He focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to complex cancer care.

• Sits on the board of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Maintains active membership in ESMO and ASCO.
• Co-chairs the national working group for head and neck cancers.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features MR Linac and robotic surgery systems.

Dr. Orhan Shencan is a clinical oncologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He attained an associate professorship in medical oncology in 2009. Dr. Shencan treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul. He completed his medical oncology training at Ankara University.

• Served as a medical oncology specialist at the Bahrain Oncology Center.
• Held a former associate professor role at Fatih University Faculty of Medicine.
• Practiced at several major Turkish institutions, including Acıbadem Maslak Hospital.
• Works at a clinic that treats over 10,000 patients every year.