Best Breast Cancer Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr. Murat Yaman is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He has performed over 1,500 rhinoplasties and 1,500 breast enlargements. Dr. Yaman also completed 500 facelifts and 1,000 liposuction procedures using VASER technology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 10,000+ patients annually.

• Specializes in tummy tucks, body contouring, and facial feminization surgery.
• Treats 500–600 patients each year for cosmetic and reconstructive needs.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Reconstructive, Aesthetic, and Plastic Surgery.
• Member of the Association of Emergency Hand and Microsurgery.

Professor Bulent Karagoz has performed over 900 procedures and leads medical oncology at Anadolu Medical Center, a top-tier hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapies that attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in tumour biology – uses genetic profiling to choose the most effective drugs for breast cancer
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Contributed to over 40 medical publications focusing on cancer research and treatment outcomes

Dr. Aysel Pasazade is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Quartz Hospital in Istanbul. She holds the prestigious EBOPRAS certification. This credential confirms her competence meets high European standards. Dr. Pasazade specializes in complex body and facial transformations.

• Performs deep plane facelifts, rhinoplasty, and mommy makeovers.
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.
• Completed residency training at Bursa Uludağ University.
• Treats over 6,500 international patients annually at Quartz Hospital.

Dr. Muhammet Mustafa Aydinol is a plastic surgeon at Dr. MED in Istanbul. He specializes in mommy makeovers, BBL, and breast augmentation. Dr. Aydinol is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). He uses VASER and lipomatic techniques for precise body contouring. These methods help create a narrow and athletic abdominal appearance.

• Published research on combining fat injections with implants for breast augmentation.
• Performs specialized procedures including abdominal etching and 360 liposuction.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.
• Works at a clinic with a 98.5% success rate for mommy makeover surgeries.

Professor Kemal Rasa is a leading breast surgeon and former President of the Surgical Infection Society Europe, bringing over 900 procedures worth of expertise to Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in surgical oncology with a focus on breast and endocrine surgery
• Leads multidisciplinary reviews to create personalised breast cancer treatment plans
• Serves on the editorial board of the British Journal of Surgery
• Highly skilled in performing laparoscopic procedures for faster patient recovery

Professor Eda Tanrikulu ranked third in Turkey's national medical oncology exams and now leads breast cancer cases at the prestigious Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in tailored chemotherapy and individualised treatment plans for breast cancer
• Serves as a lead researcher in international clinical studies for new oncology therapies
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and its European counterpart
• Former head of medical oncology at a major Turkish training and research hospital

Dr. Nuri Alper Sahbaz is a general and breast surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He is one of only five surgeons in Turkey holding the European Board of Endocrine Surgery certification. This credential covers thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal gland, and neuroendocrine tumor surgery. Dr. Sahbaz has performed over 2,000 successful surgical operations.

• Completed clinical studies at Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas.
• Obtained the ECFMG Certificate to practice medicine in the United States.
• Holds a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from the University of Strasbourg.
• Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery and minimally invasive endocrine procedures.

Dr. Cem Yalcinkaya is an associate professor and gynecologic oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in fertility-sparing surgeries and robotic procedures for gynecologic cancers. Dr. Yalcinkaya holds a robotic surgeon certificate for the DaVinci system. He successfully passed the European Society of Gynecologic Oncology (ESGO) exam in 2019.

• Certified robotic surgeon for myomectomy and hysterectomy procedures.
• Completed clinical observations at Charité Berlin and Tel Aviv Chaim Sheba Medical Center.
• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis and ovarian cancer.
• Member of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) since 2015.

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
• Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

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.

Dr. Ayshe Okumush is a radiation oncologist at Private NeoLife Medical Center. She earned her MD from Karadeniz Technical University in 2003. She completed a residency in radiation oncology at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital from 2006 to 2011.

She served as a specialist at Diyarbakir Uckuyular Training and Research Hospital from 2011 to 2013 and at Sisli Etfal from 2013 to 2016. She then worked at Yeni Yuzyil University Private Gaziosmanpasa Hospital from 2016 to 2026. She joined NeoLife in 2026.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO). Clinical focus: SRS, SRT, SBRT; VMAT, IMRT; radiotherapy for head and neck, lung, and brain tumors; SGRT, TBI, and 3D brachytherapy.

Professor Sezer Sağlam is a senior medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in systemic treatments for breast cancer.

• Coordinates care for complex cases as a Professor of Medical Oncology
• Completed specialist fellowship training at Istanbul University Medical Faculty
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Maintains active membership with the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Focuses on targeted therapies and tailored drug regimes for oncology patients

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist. His work focuses on metabolically supported chemotherapy (MSCT), ketogenic diet–supported cancer care, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and insulin potentiation therapy. He emphasizes care for breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers.

He is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Neolife Medical Center (2026–present). He previously served at Private Bahçelievler Medical Park (2013–2026), Medicana Beylikdüzü (2010–2013), Silivri Anadolu (2009–2010), Diyarbakır Training and Research (2008–2009), and Bursa Çekirge State (2006–2008). Earlier, he worked as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1997–2003). He was an Assistant Professor at Altınbaş University (2014–2026).

Training: Medical Oncology subspecialty, Marmara University (2003–2006). Internal Medicine, Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune (1992–1996). Medicine, Uludağ University (1985–1990). Member, Medical Oncology Association (since 2004). His recent research (2019–2020) covers gastric, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers. Topics include long‑term survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer and feasibility in metastatic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Professor Sinan Karaaslan is a senior medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, where he provides expert opinions for complex breast cancer cases.

• Specialises in treating breast cancer using targeted therapy and immunotherapy to attack cancer cells with precision
• Uses hormone therapy and chemotherapy protocols tailored to the specific subtype of the tumour
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Society and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society
• Trained at Istanbul University’s Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty, one of the nation's most prestigious medical schools

Professor Serkan Keskin is a pioneer in genetic mapping, using NGS analysis of over 600 genes to personalise breast cancer treatment at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Ranked first in Turkey in the 2012 Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
• Uses targeted therapy and immunotherapy to treat breast cancer subtypes
• Has published 42 research articles in major international medical journals
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Recipient of the Best Poster Award at the National Cancer Congress

Associate Professor Mustafa Solak brings elite international expertise to breast cancer care, having previously worked at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centre – one of the world's top-ranked cancer hospitals.

• Performed over 1,100 oncology treatments across his career
• Completed specialist fellowship training at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Specialises in managing breast cancer alongside complex gynaecological and gastrointestinal cases
• Leads oncology services at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental