Oncology Doctors Abroad — Page 21

Associate Professor Karalok is a specialist in robotic-assisted surgery for gynaecological cancers. He completed a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in New York – one of the world's most prestigious cancer hospitals.

• Specialises in pinhole surgery for ovarian cancer and rare malignancies
• Uses sentinel lymph node mapping to improve surgical accuracy and recovery
• Expert in robotic-assisted hysterectomies and minimally invasive procedures
• Member of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)

Professor Merdan Fayda is a leading radiation oncologist at Liv Hospital specialising in high-precision tumor targeting. He trained in radiosurgery at the University of North Carolina in the United States.

• Performs 4D-radiotherapy and IMRT to target tumours with pinpoint accuracy while protecting healthy tissue
• Uses advanced diagnostics including PET-CT, MRI, and CT to plan complex treatments
• Member of the American Society for Radiation Oncology and European Society for Therapeutic Radiology
• Authored 25 international scientific papers on radiation therapy techniques

Assistant Professor Meltem Topalgokceli Selam is a medical oncology specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, where she focuses on gastrointestinal and ovarian cancers.

• Treats cancers of the stomach, small intestine, and digestive system
• Member of the Istanbul Breast Cancer Research Group
• Trained at the Oncology Institute of Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Published 12 research papers across international and national medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Society

Dr Cetindag is a senior oncology specialist at Medipol Mega University Hospital with a major research focus on head and neck cancers.

• Specialises in radiotherapy and chemotherapy protocols for diverse cancer types
• Performs prostatectomy for the surgical management of prostate cancer
• Published 22 articles in international medical journals regarding oncology outcomes
• Trained in radiation oncology at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Presented research at 14 international scientific meetings for oncology specialists

Dr Mustafa Aydin is an internal medicine specialist at Umran Medical Centre focusng on early cancer detection and preventive medicine. He provides evidence-based screenings and personalised health plans for adult patients.

• Specialises in preventive medicine and routine health screenings for early diagnosis
• Manages thyroid disorders and complex chronic conditions alongside oncological care
• Develops risk assessments to enhance long-term health and quality of life
• Conducts comprehensive check-ups using a patient-oriented internal medicine approach

Professor Mustafa Ondzhel has performed over 1,100 procedures and spent five years training at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic in the United States.

• Heads the Department of Surgery at Istanbul Medipol University
• Specialises in bowel, rectal, and complex abdominal cancer surgeries
• Uses laparoscopic techniques – minimally invasive surgery for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Certified by the European Commission on Coloproctology
• Member of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is an expert medical oncologist who has published over 50 scientific articles on targeted cancer treatments and patient nutrition.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Expert in geriatric oncology – focuses on the unique needs of older cancer patients
• Manages cancer-related malnutrition and muscle loss to improve treatment success
• Maintains international standards as a member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Editorial board member for the global medical journal BMC Cancer

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.

Professor Sozubir performs specialised oncological surgery for children at Liv Hospital Ulus. He has authored 65 scientific publications with nearly 1,000 citations in the field of paediatric surgery.

• Focuses on paediatric abdominal surgery and newborn surgical care
• Trained in paediatric urology at the UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas
• Awards for best clinical and research studies in paediatric surgery
• Expert in reconstructive procedures for congenital and genitourinary conditions
• Member of the medical faculty at several leading Turkish universities

Associate Professor Murat Ayhan leads international clinical trials for advanced breast, lung, and colorectal cancers at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Specialises in molecular oncology to identify targeted therapies for complex or metastatic cases
• Principal investigator in global Phase II and III trials for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
• Published 30+ research papers on survival outcomes and innovative immunotherapy protocols
• Expert in managing oncological emergencies and rapid drug desensitisation for chemotherapy

Professor Akman is a leading uro-oncology specialist at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital. He uses his expertise in robotic and laparoscopic surgery to treat complex urological cancers.

• Specialises in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery for precise prostate and kidney cancer removal
• Performs partial nephrectomies – removing kidney tumours while saving the healthy part of the organ
• Expert in laparoscopic techniques that lead to smaller scars and faster recovery times
• Trained at Istanbul University School of Medicine – Turkey's most prestigious medical institution

Associate Professor Ugur Ekici is a highly regarded general surgeon at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital, where he performs complex cancer removals using advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• Specialises in minimally invasive surgery for liver, colon, stomach, and pancreatic cancers
• Uses laparoscopy for precise tumour removal through small incisions, promoting faster recovery
• Expert in thyroid and parathyroid cancer surgeries and metabolic surgery
• Trained at Sısli Etfal Hospital, one of the leading general surgery centres in Istanbul
• Published extensive research on surgical methods in international medical journals

Professor Ozturk is a surgical oncology specialist at Medicana Bursa Hospital, holding a rare dual qualification with a Ph.D. in Physiology. He completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States.

• Specialises in laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery – using small incisions for faster recovery
• Manages complex cancers of the liver, pancreas, stomach, and rectum
• Combines surgical skill with physiological research to improve post-operative recovery
• Former Associate Professor at Uludag University and Professor at KTO Karatay University

Professor Kayihan Engin is a leading radiation oncologist who completed a prestigious research scholarship at the US National Cancer Institute (NIH).

• Specialises in thermoradiotherapy, which combines heat with radiation to make cancer treatment more effective
• Completed a post-doctoral fellowship in Philadelphia at Thomas Jefferson University
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludağ University Medical College
• Currently serves as Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital
• Uses CyberKnife for precision targeting of tumours in the lungs and other areas