Stomach cancer Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

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 an oncological surgery specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex gastrointestinal malignancies. He manages stomach cancer through surgical intervention combined with metabolic considerations for patient recovery.

• Specialises in oncological surgery for gastric and colon cancer cases
• Performs pancreatic and bile duct surgery for digestive system cancers
• Integrates bariatric and metabolic surgery techniques into clinical practice
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major centre for surgical oncology

Associate Professor Serap Kaya is a highly qualified medical oncologist at Emsey Hospital who focuses on drug-based cancer therapies.

• Completed a minor in medical oncology at Kocaeli University's Faculty of Medicine
• Coordinates targeted therapy and immunotherapy plans for gastric malignancies
• Holds the senior rank of Associate Professor – reflects her expertise and contributions to the field
• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's premier medical research institutions
• Experienced in managing treatment protocols at major training and research hospitals

Professor Muslum Tarkan focuses on surgical treatment for advanced stomach cancer at Klinik Mavi, bringing extensive clinical history to complex gastrointestinal cases.

• Specialises in oncological gastrectomy and complex stomach resections
• Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
• Member of the Turkish Bariatric Surgery Association
• Trained at the Dicle University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Turkan Ozturk Topcu is an expert medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital with international training from the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal cancers including stomach and oesophageal tumours
• Completed residency in medical oncology at Karadeniz Technical University
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Holds professional membership with the American Society of Medical Oncology (ASCO)
• Focuses on targeted systemic therapies for cancers of the digestive system

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.

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a board-certified medical oncologist specialising in advanced treatment protocols for gastrointestinal malignancies at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in the FLOT chemotherapy regimen for both operable and metastatic stomach cancer cases
• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology, an international mark of excellence in cancer care
• Managed clinical trials for targeted therapies, including NTRK-fusion positive solid tumours
• Extensive research background in peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) for neuroendocrine tumours

Dr Elnur Sahibov is a dedicated specialist in radiation oncology at Emsey Hospital, having completed his medical training at the prestigious Marmara University.

• Specialises in radiation oncology for managing gastrointestinal tumours like stomach cancer
• Focuses on targeted radiation therapy to treat tumours while sparing healthy tissue
• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, a top-tier Turkish institution
• Fluent in English and Turkish, facilitating clear communication for international patients

Professor Gul Alco is a leading radiation oncologist at Medipol Hospital who specialises in using targeted radiotherapy to treat abdominal tumours.

• Uses Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) – focuses high-dose radiation on tumours while protecting nearby healthy organs
• Holds the title of Professor at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's top medical training institutions
• Expert in Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) – uses real-time imaging to account for organ movement during treatment
• Member of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology

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. Ayşe İrem Yasin is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a prestigious ESMO Board Certificate. Dr. Yasin specializes in solid tumors, including breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. She treats complex cases such as Merkel cell carcinoma and cancers of unknown primary.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School, Cleveland Clinic, and Basel University Hospital.
• Completed a clinical observership at the Breast Cancer Unit in Novara, Italy.
• Treats brain and CNS malignancies, soft tissue sarcomas, and urologic cancers.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Professor Bunyamin Kaplan is a senior radiation oncologist at the Medipol Mega University Hospital – one of Turkey's largest private medical complexes.

• Specialises in precise radiation therapy for gastrointestinal tumours
• Uses advanced imaging to target cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Member of the Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high standards