Fields of Study and Interests

 Breast Cancer

 Lung Cancer

 Colon Cancer

 Stomach Cancer

 Rectum Cancer

 Ovarian Cancer

 Uterine Cancer

 Liver Cancer

 Esophageal Cancer - Esophagus Cancer

 Kidney Cancer

 Larynx Cancer - Throat Cancer

 Thyroid Cancer

 Head and Neck Cancers

 Gynecological Cancers

 Pancreatic Cancer

 Esophageal Cancer - Esophagus Cancer

 Uterine Cancer

 Brain Cancers - Brain Tumors

 Soft Tissue Cancer - Sarcomas

 Prostate Cancer

 Bladder Cancer

 Bile Duct Cancer

 Testicular Cancer

 Cervical Cancer

 Mouth, Tongue, Lip Cancers

 Gastrointestinal System Cancers

 Bone Tumors

 Trachea and Bronchial Cancers

 Skin Cancers - Skin Cancers

 Skeletal System Tumors

 Gallbladder Cancer

 Mesothelioma

Education

 Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, 2004

 Istanbul Haydarpaşa Education and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Specialist, 2010

 Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine Medical Oncology Specialist, 2015

Career

 MD Andeson Cancer Center, USA, 2008

 Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Cancer Clinic, Canada, 2017

 Moffit Cancer Center, USA 2022

 Istanbul Haydarpaşa Education and Research Hospital Internal Medicine, 2010

 İdil State Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, 2011

 Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine Medical Oncology Clinic, 2015

 Istanbul Göztepe Education and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic, 2018

 Yeniyüzyıl University Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic, 2020

 Ataşehir Medicana Hospital, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2022

Associate Professor Omer Uslukaya is a surgical oncology expert at Memorial Atasehir Hospital. He is a prolific researcher who has published 50 scientific papers on surgical outcomes.

• Specialises in breast surgery and endocrine oncology treatments
• Completed neck dissection training at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Centre
• Expert in laparoscopic splenectomy, using small incisions for spleen removal
• Focuses on surgical wound healing and pancreatitis management
• Former faculty member at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine

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 Bulent Citgez is a senior general surgical specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital with international expertise from St Mary Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in surgical oncology for breast, thyroid, and endocrine tumours
• Senior academic title of Associate Professor at Istanbul Science University
• Broad experience managing complex oncological cases across major Istanbul hospitals
• Focuses on precise surgical techniques for tumour removal and organ preservation
• Qualified in general surgery from Sisli Hamidiye Etfal training hospital

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

Associate Professor Ozlem Ercelep is a senior medical oncology specialist at Memorial Atasehir Hospital. She has contributed to over 100 presentations at international and national medical congresses.

• Specialises in internal medicine and medical oncology protocols
• Published 63 articles in international medical journals
• Lead author on 11 major international oncology research papers
• Associate Professor at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
• Co-edited specialist medical books on modern cancer treatments

Professor Yildiz is a senior medical oncologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital who led a landmark 10-year study on gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.

• Specialises in rare neuroendocrine tumors and complex paraneoplastic syndromes
• Published over 17 peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals like Medical Oncology
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Expertise in managing hormone-sensitive breast cancer and rare gynaecological malignancies
• Former researcher for the MODEST study on lipid therapy in diabetic patients

Professor Didem Tastekin is a senior medical oncologist at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute – one of Turkey's premier centres for cancer care and research.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal, breast, and lung cancers
• Deep expertise in managing rare and complex cancer cases
• Researches cancer vaccines as targeted immunotherapy options
• Achieved full Professorship at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Sub-specialist training completed at Selçuk and Istanbul Universities

Dr Sumeyye Altintas Kaksi focuses on melanoma treatment and skin surgery at Medipol Mega University Hospital. She integrates specialist dermatological expertise into the clinics oncology programme.

• Specialises in diagnosing and managing melanoma and other skin-related malignancies
• Performs skin surgery to remove cancerous lesions with a patient-centred approach
• Practices at a major university hospital equipped for complex dermatological cases
• Focuses on achieving optimal outcomes through precise diagnosis of skin conditions

Professor Gunluoglu is a leading thoracic surgeon at Medipol Mega University Hospital specialising in complex lung and oesophageal cancer treatments.

• Performs esophagectomies to remove tumours from the food pipe
• Expert in lobectomies, removing specific sections of the lung with precision
• Works within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive cancer care
• Focuses on managing postoperative recovery to improve patient outcomes

Dr Kaplan is a leading radiation oncologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital specialising in CyberKnife and targeted radiation therapy.

• Uses CyberKnife – robotic radiation that hits tumours with pinpoint accuracy while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in managing breast, liver, and bladder cancers with personalised radiation protocols
• Focuses on gastrointestinal oncology including colorectal, stomach, and gallbladder cancer cases
• Delivers targeted radiotherapy for head and neck cancers to minimise side effects