Bladder cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Saban Sec serves as the specialist physician representative for the Turkish Medical Oncology Association, leading the way in urogenital cancer care.

• Specialises in medical oncology for bladder and other urogenital cancers
• Expert in managing chemotherapy and targeted immunotherapy protocols
• Published researcher in prognostic factors for complex tumour cases
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and Istanbul Medical Chamber

Dr. Ozcan Yildiz is an oncologist and hematologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex neuroendocrine tumors and gynecological cancers. Dr. Yildiz has published numerous studies in prestigious journals like Medical Oncology and International Journal of Cardiology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its bone marrow transplant expertise.

• Expertise in treating lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats hematological conditions including idiopathic thrombocytopenia.
• Published research on thyroid therapy and steroid synthesis safety.
• Performs specialized procedures like leukemia chemotherapy and tumor biopsies.

Associate Professor Turkan Ozturk Topcu is a triple-certified medical oncology specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals with prestigious North American training.

• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – one of the world's highest-ranked cancer facilities
• Previously worked at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Cancer Clinic in Canada
• Completed further oncology training at the Moffit Cancer Center in the USA
• Specialises in managing complex genitourinary malignancies including bladder and kidney cancers
• Experienced in multi-agent chemotherapy protocols for both early and systemic disease

Professor Bunyamin Kaplan is a senior radiation oncologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital, one of Turkey's largest and most reputable medical institutions.

• Specialises in radiation therapy to treat bladder tumours without invasive surgery
• Focuses on curative-intent radiation for patients not suited for radical cystectomy
• Integrates radiotherapy with chemotherapy to improve bladder-sparing outcomes
• Coordinates multidisciplinary care within a JCI-accredited academic hospital setting

Associate Professor Yusuf Acikgoz is a specialist medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University with international experience at the Ohio State University.

• Specialises in systemic therapies for bladder cancer including chemotherapy and immunotherapy
• Assistant investigator for major Phase III clinical trials evaluating new cancer treatments
• Completed specialised immuno-oncology training through the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Qualified in biostatistics to ensure evidence-based treatment protocols for complex cases

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli is a medical oncology specialist at Istinye University Liv Hospital with experience in major Turkish oncology hubs.

• Specialises in medical oncology for managing solid tumours including gastrointestinal and urogenital cases
• Former physician at the Ankara Oncology Clinic – one of Turkey's high-volume cancer centres
• Achieved Associate Professor status in 2016 for his contributions to medical education
• Worked at the Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital managing complex medical needs

Professor Cemil Bilir is a leading medical oncologist at VM Medical Park Pendik with dual expertise in clinical treatment and pharmacy-based biotechnology.

• Completed a research fellowship at the Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Nanomedicine in Boston
• Published extensive research on inorganic chemistry to improve drug delivery for cancer patients
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) following international guidelines
• Specialises in chemotherapy and targeted biological therapies for internal malignancies

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a highly published medical oncologist and a European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) board-certified specialist.

• Specialises in immunotherapy with Atezolizumab for metastatic urothelial carcinoma – a form of bladder cancer
• Research focus on prognostic factors that predict treatment outcomes in advanced bladder cancer cases
• Uses targeted PRRT therapy to treat neuroendocrine tumours with precision radiation
• Served as a sub-investigator for major international clinical trials with Roche and Pfizer
• Board-certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology in Paris

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.

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. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic tumors. He serves as a professor at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Cicin previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force.

• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including gynecologic, orthopedic, and neuro-oncology cases.
• Expert in HIPEC and chemoembolization for liver and abdominal malignancies.
• Works at a 300-bed university hospital with 33 medical departments.

Associate Professor Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a medical oncology specialist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex who leads systemic therapy for urological malignancies.

• Specialises in chemotherapy and immunotherapy for advanced bladder cancer cases
• Served at Akdeniz University Hospital – a major hub for oncological research
• Member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Manages complex medication protocols to target tumours and prevent recurrence
• Expert in palliative supportive care for patients with stage IV disease

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating colon, breast, gastric, and lung cancers. He previously served as the Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital. Dr. Atci is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Author of 19 peer-reviewed papers on gastrointestinal, thoracic, and endocrine cancers.
• Published studies on survival outcomes for stage IIB colon cancer in the Journal of Chemotherapy.
• Researches prognostic biomarkers using PET/CT scans and metabolic tumor volume.
• Treats complex oncological cases at the university-affiliated İstinye University clinic.

Dr. Ercan Ozden is a medical oncologist and internal medicine specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik. He provides treatment for a wide range of cancers, including breast, lung, and colon cancer. Dr. Ozden trained at Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He later completed a medical oncology subspecialty at Kocaeli University.

• Specializes in immunotherapy, target therapy, and chemotherapy for complex cases.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul.
• Performs staging and biopsies for liver, lung, and pancreatic tumors.
• Provides targeted immunotherapy using medications like Keytruda.