Lung cancer Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Altan Kir has performed 900+ thoracic procedures and is a leading lung surgery specialist at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in robotic lung surgery using minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in New York
• Completed a fellowship at the Royal Brompton Hospital in London
• Published 80+ research papers on thoracic and airway surgery outcomes
• Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.

Dr. Tugba Akin Telli is a medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She completed clinical research fellowships at Institut Jules Bordet in Belgium. Dr. Telli also gained experience at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. She focuses on chemotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer patients.

• Trained at Hacettepe University and Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Performs PET-MRI and immunohistochemistry for precise cancer diagnosis.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Istanbul.
• Treats patients using protocols from top European and American cancer centers.

Dr. Mehmet Dogu Canoglu is a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in precise tumor targeting using MR Linac and CyberKnife technologies. Dr. Canoglu trained at Kocaeli University. He previously served at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He treats various cancers, including complex brain, prostate, and lung tumors.

• Expert in Varian TrueBeam and Trilogy radiation delivery systems.
• Performs stereotaxic radiosurgery and targeted radiotherapy for sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourism.

Professor Sadi Kerem Okutur is an award-winning oncologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, recognised by the Turkish Medical Oncology Association for his research.

• Specialises in medical oncology at a JCI-accredited centre in Istanbul
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Focuses on immuno-oncology, using the body's immune system to target cancer
• Authored over 10 book chapters on modern oncology protocols
• Active member of the Turkish Association for Cancer Research and Control

Dr. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

Professor Sezer Saglam is a leading medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specialises in systemic treatments for lung tumours, including both small cell and non-small cell varieties.

• Holds a professorship in medical oncology from Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Maintains active memberships in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Uses targeted drug therapies to attack cancer cells with minimal healthy tissue damage
• Experienced in managing gastrointestinal oncology cases alongside respiratory malignancies

Dr Tahsin Ozadli is a dedicated clinical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has performed over 1,100 cancer treatments.

• Specialises in medical oncology at leading Turkish cancer research centres
• Focuses on lung cancer and malignancies of the digestive system
• Trained at the specialist Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains an active research profile in clinical oncology outcomes
• Expertise includes managing gastric and oesophageal cancer cases

Dr. Alper Toker is a thoracic surgeon heading the department at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He serves as the Director of the Tracheal Surgery Program at West Virginia University. Dr. Toker specializes in robotic lung cancer surgery and complex tracheal reconstructions. He treats locally stage lung cancer and mediastinal masses using robotic techniques.

• Former President of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
• Served as a board member for the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
• Winner of best presentation awards from the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale, a JCI-accredited facility certified by TÜV Hessen.

Dr Saban Sec is a leading Turkish medical oncologist who specialises in targeted systemic therapies for lung cancer and complex sarcomas. He serves as a representative for the Turkish Medical Oncology Association, helping to shape clinical standards for specialist physicians.

• Focuses on non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) management using immune-based and chemotherapeutic protocols
• Conducted research on prognostic markers in lung cancer to help clinicians better predict patient survival
• Expertise includes managing rare tumours and gastrointestinal cancers within a multidisciplinary team
• Active member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Professor Turkan Ozturk Topcu is a medical oncology specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who trained at the world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA.

• Specialises in managing lung cancer alongside trachea and bronchial malignancies
• Focuses on targeted protocols for mesothelioma and respiratory system tumours
• Completed international fellowships at Moffitt Cancer Center and Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center
• Expert in medical oncology, including clinical management of thoracic oncology cases
• Experienced in treating complex cases across internal medicine and oncology clinics

Associate Professor Hasan Mutlu leads medical oncology at Medical Park Antalya, focusing on modern drug therapies for lung tumours.

• Specialises in targeted therapies that attack specific cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Uses immunotherapy to help the immune system recognise and destroy tumour cells
• Applies next-generation genetic research to tailor treatment plans to each patient's DNA
• Integrates complementary medicine to support wellbeing during intensive chemotherapy cycles
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions

Associate Professor Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a dual-certified specialist in internal medicine and medical oncology at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in medical oncology for managing advanced lung cancer cases
• Completed specialist oncology training at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on systemic therapies including targeted treatments and immunotherapy
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate personalised cancer care plans
• Published researcher active in the Turkish medical oncology community

Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz is a medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and liver malignancies. He completed a fellowship at Ohio State University in the United States. Dr. Acikgoz manages treatments like chemotherapy, radioembolization, and immunotherapy.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Assistant Investigator for Phase III clinical trials, including the CheckMate-649 study.
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection at Ohio State University.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like biopsy, gastroscopy, and tumor marker testing.

Professor Didem Tastekin is a leading medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, specialising in lung cancer and innovative therapies like cancer vaccines.

• Trained at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute, a premier centre for specialized cancer research
• Focuses on personalized treatment plans including immunotherapy and targeted drug delivery
• Held senior academic roles at Selçuk University and Atatürk University
• Expertise includes managing rare lung cancers and complex gastrointestinal cases
• Regarded for her work in medical oncology sub-specialist training across Turkey

Professor Cemil Bilir trained at the Cleveland Clinic and Northeastern University in the US, focusing on pharmaceutical biotechnology to improve drug delivery.

• Specialises in medical oncology for advanced-stage lung cancer management
• Current Professor of Medicine at Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine
• Utilises targeted drug therapies based on his research in pharmaceutical biotechnology
• Maintains international standards as a member of ASCO and ESMO
• Holds a PhD in inorganic chemistry to better understand chemotherapy compositions

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 Gokhan Haciibrahimoglu is a specialist in thoracic surgical oncology who completed a prestigious fellowship in lung transplantation and vascular surgery at the University of Paris-Sud.

• Performs VATS – keyhole surgery that uses a tiny camera for smaller incisions and faster recovery
• Specialises in complex tracheal and mediastinal surgery for tumours located in the central chest
• Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Authored over 40 papers on respiratory research and surgical outcomes