Breast cancer Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Dr Murat Atay is a highly focused breast surgeon who trained in sentinel node techniques at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas – the top-ranked cancer hospital in the US.

• Specialises in lymphatic mapping and sentinel node biopsy to identify cancer spread with minimal tissue removal
• Focuses on breast-conserving surgery and thyroid procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Trained at Lille University Hospital in France, bringing European clinical standards to his practice
• Expert in minimally invasive methods for managing breast cysts and monitoring oncological cases

Associate Professor Yusuf Acikgoz recently completed a prestigious medical oncology fellowship at Ohio State University, bringing global clinical trial experience to Lokman Hekim University.

• Performed 900+ oncology treatments with a focus on targeted medical therapies
• Served as an investigator for global Phase III clinical trials for breast cancer drugs
• Holds international certification in immuno-oncology from the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Professor Turkan Ozturk Topcu is a specialist medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with international training from North America's top cancer institutes.

• Completed a fellowship at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Cancer Clinic in Canada
• Conducted clinical observations at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA
• Specialises in medical oncology including systemic treatments like chemotherapy and targeted therapy
• Formerly a specialist at Istanbul Göztepe Education and Research Hospital
• Expertise covers the management of both early and advanced-stage breast malignancies

Dr Saban Sec is a leading Turkish medical oncologist who serves as the Specialist Representative for the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He specialises in tailored drug therapies for complex and high-risk breast malignancies.

• Expert in managing high-risk breast cancer involving BRCA genetic mutations
• Uses metabolic tumour volume to predict how patients respond to chemotherapy before treatment begins
• Researches how diabetes and glucose levels impact the success of preoperative chemotherapy
• Trained at major Turkish institutions including Haseki and Prof Dr Cemil Tascioglu City Hospital
• Published researcher on using HER2-targeted therapies and systemic treatments for advanced cases

Professor Didem Tastekin is a senior medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with over a decade of specialised hospital practice in breast cancer care.

• Holds a professorship at the prestigious Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Completed formal sub-specialist training in medical oncology for complex drug treatments
• Focuses on cancer vaccines and targeted therapies for breast tumours
• Expert in managing rare and difficult-to-treat cancer subtypes
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Professor Cemil Bilir is a leading medical oncologist specialising in targeted cancer therapies, having refined his expertise at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic and Northeastern University in the US.

• Focuses on pharmaceutical biotechnology and nanomedicine to deliver precise cancer treatments
• Awarded full Professorship at Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine for his academic leadership
• Holds professional memberships with both the American (ASCO) and European (ESMO) Societies for Medical Oncology
• Expert in medical oncology residency training, formerly teaching at several top Turkish medical universities

Associate Professor Baha Zengel holds a doctorate in basic oncology and performs breast-conserving surgeries at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Specialises in oncoplastic breast surgery – removes tumours while prioritising the aesthetic appearance of the breast
• Uses ROLL and SNOLL techniques to precisely locate and remove non-palpable breast lesions
• Performs sentinel lymph node biopsies to check if cancer has spread without removing unnecessary tissue
• Serves as a founding board member of the Basic Oncology Association

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli has managed over 1,100 oncology procedures and leads the medical oncology team at Istinye University Liv Hospital.

• Specialises in systemic therapies for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Earned the title of Associate Professor at a major Turkish medical faculty
• Previously served as an oncology specialist at Ankara Oncology Clinic
• Held senior physician roles at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital

Professor Yahya Ozel is a senior oncological surgeon who trained at the prestigious Tokyo University Hospital in Japan under world-renowned experts.

• Specialises in oncological surgery for tumours of the endocrine and glandular systems
• Uses laparoscopic and robotic surgery – minimally invasive techniques that result in smaller scars and faster recovery
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate in surgical endoscopy
• Former academic faculty member at Dogus University – one of Turkey's established private medical institutions

Professor Seyda Gunduz leads the medical oncology team at Istinye University Hospital Bahcesehir, specialising in the expert evaluation of breast masses.

• Holds a senior academic position as Professor of Medical Oncology
• Focuses on diagnosing and treating various stages of breast cancer
• Works within the JCI-accredited Istinye University Hospital system
• Practices at a major university research and training centre

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Associate Professor Hasan Mutlu is a medical oncology specialist at Medical Park Antalya who focuses on targeted cancer therapies and next-generation genetic research.

• Specialises in immunotherapy, using the body's immune system to recognise and destroy cancer cells
• Expert in targeted therapy, which uses drugs to attack specific proteins that fuel tumour growth
• Trained at Akdeniz University, one of Turkey's premier institutions for internal medicine and oncology
• Provides complementary medicine options alongside clinical treatments for better patient wellbeing
• Experienced in managing chemotherapy protocols for various stages of the disease

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic tumors. He serves as a professor at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Cicin previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force.

• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including gynecologic, orthopedic, and neuro-oncology cases.
• Expert in HIPEC and chemoembolization for liver and abdominal malignancies.
• Works at a 300-bed university hospital with 33 medical departments.

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating colon, breast, gastric, and lung cancers. He previously served as the Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital. Dr. Atci is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Author of 19 peer-reviewed papers on gastrointestinal, thoracic, and endocrine cancers.
• Published studies on survival outcomes for stage IIB colon cancer in the Journal of Chemotherapy.
• Researches prognostic biomarkers using PET/CT scans and metabolic tumor volume.
• Treats complex oncological cases at the university-affiliated İstinye University clinic.

Associate Professor Ercan Ozden is a medical oncology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital focusing on systemic therapies for breast cancer.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa faculty – a top-tier medical school in Turkey
• Specialises in medical oncology and internal medicine for integrated patient care
• Manages chemotherapy and targeted drug protocols for various cancer stages
• Completed subspecialty training at Kocaeli University focusing on modern oncological treatments

Associate Professor Tarik Salman brings high-level expertise from the Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA to his medical oncology practice at Medicalpoint International.

• Specialises in comprehensive genomic profiling to create individualised breast cancer treatment plans
• Uses targeted therapies and immunotherapy to attack cancer cells with precision
• Expert in cancer vaccines and clinical research for breast oncology cases
• Completed an observership at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Member of both the European and American Societies of Medical Oncology

Professor Muzaffer Al leads the surgical team at Büyük Anadolu Hospital – he is a specialist in general surgery with training in oncological cancer surgery.

• Trained in oncological cancer surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Uses laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive technique that uses small incisions for quicker recovery
• Specialises in managing complex abdominal and breast-related cancer cases
• Completed specialised training in laparoscopic surgical techniques at Çapa Faculty of Medicine

Uzm. Dr. Erkan Göcen is a Radiation Oncology Specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital (Optimed Health Group). He graduated from İstanbul University, İstanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) in 2003.

Career: He trained and practiced in Radiation Oncology from 2010 to 2012. He worked in public and private health institutions from 2012 to 2016. He served in the private medical sector as a Radiation Oncology Specialist from 2016 to 2023. He has been at Optimed Hospital since 2024.

Clinical interests: cancers of the brain, head and neck, esophagus, stomach, colorectal, pancreas, prostate, bladder, lung, soft tissues (sarcomas), skin, uterus and cervix, and breast. Affiliations: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and Tekirdağ Medical Chamber. Languages: English and Turkish.

Dr Volkan Kinas is a surgical oncology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on the removal of tumours with high precision.

• Specialises in oncological surgery for both early and advanced breast cancer stages
• Performs breast-conserving surgery to remove tumours while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in thyroid and medical oncology, managing complex cancer cases
• Focuses on surgical techniques designed to reduce recovery times for patients

The doctor is a highly accomplished radiologist with extensive clinical experience spanning over two decades. A graduate of Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed specialized training in radiology and has held positions at various prestigious imaging centers and medical institutions, including Neolife Medical Center. The doctor’s clinical expertise is supported by a robust background in diagnostic imaging, with a particular focus on neuroradiology and advanced MRI applications.

The doctor is an active member of several professional organizations, including the RSNA and the European Society of Radiology. Throughout a distinguished career, the doctor has contributed significantly to medical literature through numerous peer-reviewed publications and has received multiple awards for excellence in diagnostic imaging and case study presentations.