Glioblastoma Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Professor Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa, bringing expertise from a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA.

• Specialises in radiation oncology for treating complex brain tumours like glioblastoma
• Completed a high-level research scholarship at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in America
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludag University Medical College
• Uses thermoradiotherapy – a technique combining heat with radiation to make cancer cells more sensitive to treatment
• Led oncological sciences departments across multiple major medical centres for over two decades

The doctor is a highly experienced oncologist with a focus on advanced cancer treatment and research. With over 15 years of clinical experience, the doctor has contributed significantly to the development of innovative therapies for various types of cancer. The doctor has published numerous research papers in prestigious medical journals and is actively involved in clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes. Board-certified in oncology, the doctor is recognized for expertise in personalized medicine and has received multiple awards for contributions to the field.

Professor Sridhar P.S. is a radiation oncology specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with over two decades of focus on neurological tumours.

• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology dedicated to brain cancer research
• Expert in radiotherapy for managing complex glioblastoma cases
• Active in the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology
• Qualified Diplomate of the National Board in radiotherapy
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams for individualised tumour treatment

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

Dr. Shruti Kate is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. She previously worked as a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Kate focuses on immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for treating solid and pediatric tumors. She was the sole recipient from India of the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer award.

• Specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.
• Proficient in complex procedures, including the Whipple surgery and chemotherapy management.
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
• Practices at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

Dr. Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in breast and thoracic surgical oncology. Dr. Nagarkar trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. He is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.

• Participated as a lead investigator in more than 200 clinical trials.
• Serves as a professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology.
• Expert in complex procedures including mastectomy and thoracic resections.
• Founder of Curie Manavata Cancer Centre, a major regional treatment hub.

Professor Vikas Gupta leads the neurosurgery department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, focusing on neuro-oncology and surgical care for complex brain tumours.

• Specialises in neuro-oncology, providing surgical management for aggressive brain tumours such as glioblastoma
• Performs endovascular neurosurgery, using minimally invasive access through blood vessels to treat vascular conditions
• Holds a Senior Master of Neurosurgery degree, the highest academic qualification in the field
• Member of the Indian Society of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, ensuring high-standard perioperative management

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.