Oncology Doctors Abroad — Page 20

Professor Topcu completed her oncology training at the world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US and the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center in Canada.

• Specialises in rare bone and soft tissue tumours, including sarcomas
• Expertise in gastrointestinal and gynaecological cancer management
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Uses international protocols from top North American cancer centres

Professor Gunay is a nuclear oncology specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus. She uses molecular scanning to pinpoint tumours and deliver targeted radionuclide treatments.

• Specialises in Lutetium-177 therapy – delivers radiation directly to cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Uses molecular scanning for high-precision cancer detection and tracking
• Published 35 international research articles on nuclear medicine and oncology
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Nuclear Medicine Association

Professor Tanriverdi is a leading specialist in uro-oncology at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery for prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers.

• Uses robotic-assisted techniques to improve surgical precision and speed up patient recovery
• Aims to preserve urinary function and native anatomy through minimally invasive procedures
• Member of both the European Association of Urology and the American Urological Association
• Contributed to medical science with 31 international publications on urologic cancer treatments

Dr Elnur Sahibov is a dedicated radiation oncologist at Emsey Hospital who focuses on precision-targeted therapies for complex tumours.

• Trained at Marmara University – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Specialises in precise treatment planning for lung, gastrointestinal, and brain cancers
• Board-certified specialist with a focus on modern, targeted radiotherapy techniques
• Fluent in English, having graduated from an English-medium medical programme
• Active in the international research community with multiple conference presentations

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is an ESMO-certified oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He specialises in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for complex metastatic cancers.

• Served as subinvestigator for eight international clinical trials with ROCHE and Pfizer
• Board certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Specialises in ALK-positive lung cancer and HER2-positive breast cancer
• Published 30+ peer-reviewed studies on high-dose chemotherapy and rare tumours
• Completed dual fellowship training in Medical Oncology and Allergy-Immunology

Professor Gul Alco is a leading radiation oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. She specialises in precision radiation therapies for complex gastrointestinal and breast cancers.

• Performs CyberKnife – robotic radiosurgery that delivers high-dose radiation with pinpoint accuracy
• Expert in brachytherapy – internal radiation that targets tumours while sparing healthy tissue
• Uses HIFU ablation – high-intensity focused ultrasound to destroy tumours without surgery
• Formerly a Professor at Demiroglu Bilim University where she trained future oncology specialists
• Member of the Turkish Radiation Oncology Society

Professor Karabulut is a leading medical oncologist at Biruni University Hospital with a PhD in Molecular Oncology. She specialises in tailoring immunotherapies and targeted treatments for various cancer types.

• Treats gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, breast, and genitourinary cancers
• Board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Professor at Istanbul Faculty of Medicine training next-generation oncologists
• Expertise in phytotherapy – use of plant-based medicines to support care
• Recognised with multiple awards for her research in advanced cancer treatments

Professor Adem Ucar focuses on interventional oncology at Liv Hospital Ulus. He completed his specialised training at the Harvard University Vascular Anomaly Centre.

• Specialises in interventional radiology for cancer treatment
• Performs minimally invasive procedures to target tumours directly
• Former observer at the Faculty of Medicine at Charles University
• Member of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiologic Society of Europe
• Published 23 international research papers on radiological interventions

Professor Ece completed her postdoctoral fellowship in lung cancer at MD Anderson Cancer Center, consistently ranked as one of the world's top cancer hospitals.

• Trained in interventional bronchoscopy at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore
• Uses bronchoscopy to diagnose and treat lung tumours without major surgery
• Serves as an Executive Board Member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society
• Published 100+ research papers on respiratory diseases and thoracic oncology
• Holds the title of Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians

Professor Hamdullah Sozen is a dedicated specialist in gynaecological oncology at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul, focusing on ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers.

• Specialises in endoscopic gynaecological surgery using minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery
• Completed advanced gynaecological oncology training at Istanbul University Medical Faculty
• Performs colposcopy to investigate cervical pathologies and detect early-stage cancers
• Maintains international standing as a member of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)

Associate Professor Binnur Simsek is a dual-specialist in gastroenterohepatology at Liv Hospital Ulus. She focuses on malignancies of the digestive tract and hepatic system.

• Treats gastrointestinal tract malignancies involving the stomach and bowels
• Manages hepatic cancer and complications from chronic liver disease
• Specialises in portal hypertension and functional digestive system disorders
• Member of the Turkish Association For The Study of The Liver
• Subspecialty trained at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Professor Didem Karacetin is a radiation oncology leader who serves as the Head of Department across multiple prestigious Turkish medical faculties.

• Completed specialist residency training at Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto
• Specialises in brachytherapy – internal radiation that delivers high doses directly to tumours
• Performs intraoperative radiotherapy – single-dose radiation applied during surgery to reduce recurrence
• Certified in Hydrogel SpaceOAR application – uses a temporary gel to protect healthy organs during prostate treatment
• Holds a Master of Phytotherapy to integrate herbal-based complementary care into standard cancer treatment

Professor Albayrak is a leading urological surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He focuses on surgical treatments for prostate and testicular cancers.

• Specialises in prostatectomy – the surgical removal of the prostate to treat cancer
• Performs orchiectomies – surgical removal of one or both testicles for cancer management
• Develops personalised treatment plans for patients with urological malignancies
• Practices at one of Istanbul's premier university hospitals for complex surgical care