Chemotherapy Doctors in Turkey — Page 3

Associate Professor Hasan Mutlu leads medical oncology at Medical Park Antalya, specialising in personalised chemotherapy and next-generation genetic research.

• Expert in matching targeted cancer therapies and immunotherapy to a patient's specific genetic profile
• Former Associate Professor at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on both organ tumour diagnosis and complementary medicine to support standard cancer treatments
• Completed advanced medical oncology training at Akdeniz University
• Practises at the JCI-accredited Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Associate Professor Yusuf Acikgoz brings high-level expertise from The Ohio State University to Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, where he has performed over 900 treatments.

• Holds specialist qualifications in both Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
• Served as an investigator for major Phase III clinical trials including CheckMate-649
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Completed advanced immuno-oncology training through the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group in Vienna
• Awarded ECFMG and CITI certifications for high-standard clinical practice and research

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli is a leading medical oncologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital, where he focuses on targeted chemotherapy protocols for complex solid tumours.

• Specialises in treating breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Promoted to Associate Professor for his academic contributions to oncology
• Trained in medical oncology at the Ankara Oncology Clinic
• Expertise includes managing tumours of the oesophagus and stomach
• Experienced in coordinating care within high-volume regional training hospitals

Professor Hasan Atilla Ozkan is the current President of the Turkish Society of Therapeutic Apheresis and a leading expert in haematological oncology.

• Holds specialist certifications in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation
• Professor at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Completed an EBMT stem cell transplantation course for international clinical standards
• Awarded the Young Researcher Award at the 6th Turkish Therapeutic Apheresis Congress
• Active member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation network (EBMT)

Professor Cemil Bilir is a highly regarded medical oncologist who has performed over 900 procedures and holds a PhD in inorganic chemistry.

• Completed a research fellowship at Northeastern University in Boston specialising in nanomedicine
• Served as a Professor of Medical Oncology at Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine
• Personally evaluates all patient materials to create personalised chemotherapy programmes
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and ESMO

Professor Irfan Cicin is a senior medical oncologist who leads complex chemotherapy programmes at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Held the rank of Professor of Medical Oncology at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine since 2015
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Specialises in designing personalised internal medicine protocols for diverse tumour types
• Served as Associate Professor for five years training the next generation of cancer specialists

Associate Professor Muhammed Mustafa Atci is a leading medical oncologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, where he serves as an education coordinator for future specialists.

• Recognised for his clinical research on triple-negative breast cancer and adjuvant chemotherapy protocols
• Specialises in treating colon and lung cancers using evidence-based chemotherapy programmes
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2018
• Published extensive research on BRCA mutation profiles and hereditary cancer risks
• Expert in managing chemotherapy outcomes for elderly patients and those with complex comorbidities

Dr Ercan Ozden completed his medical oncology subspecialisation at Kocaeli University following a thorough double-specialisation track. He treats patients at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a focus on evidence-based chemotherapy protocols.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine in the competitive English Medical Program
• Completed five years of specialist training in Internal Medicine before pursuing oncology
• Gained experience in high-volume medical oncology at Sirnak State Hospital
• Focuses on managing complex chemotherapy regimes for various cancer types

Associate Professor Tarik Salman brings high-level expertise from top international institutions, including research and clinical roles at Moffitt Cancer Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the USA.

• Specialises in comprehensive genomic profiling to create individualised treatment plans
• Uses targeted therapies and immunotherapy alongside standard chemotherapy protocols
• Active board member of the Geriatric Oncology Association and Mediterranean Oncology Association
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology since 2008
• Expert in managing rare cancers and clinical research cases

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. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Professor Ahmet Bilici leads the medical oncology department at Medipol Mega University Hospital, where he focuses on complex chemotherapy protocols for lung cancer and sarcomas.

• Holds the rank of Professor in the Department of Medical Oncology
• Specialises in managing high-risk cases including various types of soft tissue sarcoma
• Consults at one of Turkey's largest university-affiliated medical centres
• Focuses on personalized systemic therapies tailored to specific tumour pathology

Professor Hilmi Apak led the Paediatric Haematology-Oncology Division at Istanbul University for over two decades and now brings his expertise to Biruni University Hospital.

• Specialises in chemotherapy for leukaemia and bone marrow transplantation
• Served as Head of the Department of Paediatrics at Istanbul University
• Published 75 papers in international medical journals regarding childhood blood disorders
• Provides advanced treatments including CAR T-cell therapy for complex cases
• Board member of the Turkish Paediatric Society and the Turkish Adolescent Association

Associate Professor Rafet Eren is a triple-qualified hematology specialist who received the Young Researcher Award at the 42nd National Hematology Congress.

• Holds a PhD in hematology from Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Awarded the title of Associate Professor in hematology after rigorous training
• Treats complex blood cancers at Biruni University Hospital
• Member of the European Society of Hematology
• Published 50 research papers in international medical journals

Associate Professor Ayse Irem Yasin is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist who trained at prestigious international centres including Harvard Medical School and Cleveland Clinic.

• Completed a specialist breast cancer unit observership at Maggiore della Carita Hospital in Italy
• Holds a European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Board Certification from Paris
• Former specialist at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul
• Expertise covers complex gastrointestinal, urological, and soft tissue sarcoma treatments
• Specialises in managing rarer conditions like Merkel cell carcinoma and adenocarcinomas

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a strong focus on managing solid tumours through chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

• Specialises in treating lung, breast, colorectal, and gastric cancers
• Expertise in geriatric oncology, tailoring treatment for older patients
• Published over 50 scientific articles on cancer prognosis and nutrition
• Serves on the editorial board for the international BMC Cancer journal
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)