Colon cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Associate Professor Ugur Ekici leads the surgical team at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital, focusing on laparoscopic techniques for colorectal cancer management.

• Specialises in minimally invasive cancer surgery to reduce scarring and speed up recovery times
• Expert in laparoscopic resection – removing tumours through small incisions rather than open surgery
• Completed specialist surgical training at the prestigious Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Contributes to global medical knowledge with research published in international peer-reviewed journals

Professor Engin is a specialist in radiation oncology who completed a prestigious post-doctoral fellowship in thermoradiotherapy at Thomas Jefferson University.

• Coordinates oncological sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital – ensures integrated treatment for colon cancer cases
• Focuses on radiation therapy – uses high-energy beams to destroy cancer cells before or after surgery
• Former Director of Radiation Oncology at Anadolu Medical Center – led a major international cancer programme
• Research scholar at the US National Cancer Institute (NCI) – studied occupational cancer risks and prevention
• Experienced in managing advanced-stage tumours requiring multidisciplinary care

Professor Ersin Ozturk is a surgical oncology specialist who completed a prestigious research fellowship in colorectal surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Focuses on gastrointestinal surgery for bowel and rectal malignancies
• Holds a PhD in physiology, providing deep insight into organ function and recovery
• Serves as Professor of Medicine at Medicana Bursa Hospital
• Expert in proctology and surgical oncology for complex bowel cases

Professor Raja Sundaram has successfully performed over 15,000 cancer surgeries – he founded the oncology department at Global Hospital Chennai.

• Specialises in surgical oncology for gastrointestinal and colorectal cases
• Manages complex colon cancer presentations using surgical intervention
• Established a high-volume cancer centre to improve patient access to surgery
• Focuses on precise tumour removal to improve long-term survival rates

Professor Yongyut Sirivatanauksorn leads surgical teams at Bumrungrad International Hospital, specialising in complex procedures for the gastrointestinal tract and digestive system.

• Treats tumours of the colon, rectum, and liver using surgical oncology protocols
• Focuses on hepatobiliary surgery – managing cancer that affects the liver and bile ducts
• Holds a PhD from the University of London – a global centre for medical research
• Professor at Mahidol University – Thailand's top-ranked medical school