Pancreatic cancer Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

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.

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 Turkan Ozturk Topcu is an internationally trained medical oncologist who completed a clinical fellowship at the world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal system cancers, including complex pancreatic and bile duct malignancies
• Gained specialised breast cancer training at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Centre in Canada
• Completed further clinical observation at the Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA
• Recognised medical oncology specialist with experience at major Turkish university research hospitals

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli is a leading medical oncologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital, specialising in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.

• Focuses on medical oncology protocols for pancreatic and digestive system tumours
• Built expertise at the Ankara Oncology Clinic, a major Turkish specialist centre
• Serves as Associate Professor at Istinye University teaching future oncologists
• Managed complex oncology cases at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes chemotherapy and targeted medical therapies for solid tumours

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.

Professor Muzaffer Al leads bariatric and metabolic surgery at Büyük Anadolu Hospital with a focus on complex oncological cancer surgery.

• Completed specialist laparoscopic training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Performs oncological cancer surgery using minimally invasive laparoscopy for smaller incisions
• Experienced in metabolic and gastric procedures within the General Surgery department
• Trained in anti-reflux surgical techniques to manage digestive system complications

Professor Ercan Ozden serves as a medical oncology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital – a major Turkish facility accredited by the JCI.

• Completed subspecialty training in medical oncology at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on pharmacological protocols for managing gastrointestinal tumours
• Graduated from Istanbul University's English medical programme
• Manages complex cases using chemotherapy and targeted biological therapies
• Trained in internal medicine at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

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.

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 highly focused surgical oncologist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who leads a specialised programme for complex abdominal tumours.

• Performs tumour resections for pancreatic and bile duct cancers
• Uses surgical techniques to manage gastric and colon cancer stages
• Focuses on oncological surgery to improve patient survival rates
• Trained in gastrointestinal surgery for high-risk surgical cases
• Manages thyroid and breast cancer within a multidisciplined team

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a prominent medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital who specialises in managing complex gastrointestinal malignancies.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology, meeting the highest European standards for cancer care
• Investigates new treatment protocols as a subinvestigator for major clinical trials with Roche and Amgen
• Researching the effectiveness of FOLFIRINOX versus gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel combinations
• Expert in Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT) – targeted radiation for neuroendocrine tumours

Professor Turkan Ozturk Topcu is an internationally trained oncologist with significant experience at global institutes including the MD Anderson Cancer Center. She specialises in medical oncology for gastrointestinal system cancers and complex tumours.

• Completed training at Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Cancer Clinic in Canada
• Conducted clinical work at the Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA
• Specialises in managing pancreatic and biliary tract cancers with evidence-based protocols
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) and ASCO

Professor Gul Alco is a leading radiation oncologist at Medipol Hospital who specialises in using high-precision radiotherapy to treat complex internal tumours.

• Holds the rank of Professor at Istanbul Medipol University's radiation oncology department
• Focuses on precision-targeted radiation to shrink tumours while protecting healthy surrounding tissue
• Member of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology and specialised medical circles
• Experienced in managing advanced-stage gastrointestinal and pancreatic cases with multidisciplinary care

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Dr. Mustafa Ondzhel is a professor of oncosurgery and proctology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He spent five years as a practicing surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA. Dr. Ondzhel specializes in treating bowel cancer and complex rectal disorders. He is a founder of the Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association.

• Holds a proctology qualification certificate from the European Commission on Coloproctology.
• Received the Most Successful Scientist of the Year award in the healthcare category.
• Performs Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Confirmed as an Official International Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons.

Dr Elnur Sahibov was trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, a leading research institution where he specialised in radiation oncology.

• Treats pancreatic cancer using targeted radiation therapy to shrink tumours
• Member of a multidisciplinary oncology team at Emsey Hospital
• Completed medical training in English at a high clinical level
• Provides precision radiotherapy to help control advanced-stage gastrointestinal cancers