Best Melanoma Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Bulent Karagoz has performed over 900 melanoma-related procedures at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in ways to trigger the immune system to fight skin cancer.

• Focuses on cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies that attack specific melanoma cells
• Provides expert medical oncology care for complex tumour biology and immune responses
• Served as a Professor at Istanbul Okan University – one of Turkey's major medical faculties
• Author of 40 research publications focused on advancing cancer treatment and tumour biology
• Member of the European Head and Neck Society and Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Professor Eda Tanrikulu focuses on metastatic malignant melanoma and ranked third in Turkey's prestigious national medical specialty exam.

• Completed the European Melanoma Experience Exchange focusing on the latest therapeutic protocols
• Specialises in providing individualised medical oncology and systemic chemotherapy plans
• Serves as a lead researcher in international clinical studies for new cancer treatments
• Maintains active membership in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Dr. Solak previously practiced at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He treats a variety of complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specializes in the treatment of testicular, ovarian, and head and neck cancers.
• Performs oncology procedures including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training Hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
• Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is the former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University. He currently leads the oncology department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, focusing on systemic melanoma therapies.

• Specialises in targeted therapy and immunotherapy protocols for advanced melanoma cases
• Former Education Officer for medical oncology at Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Published researcher on oncological outcomes and modern treatment strategies
• Expertise in managing complex chemotherapy regimes for skin cancer patients

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

Professor Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's national medical oncology proficiency exam and has performed over 900 successful oncological procedures.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapy for melanoma cases
• Published 42 articles on cancer treatment in international journals
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Awarded at the National Cancer Congress for research excellence
• Treats patients at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Yesim Yildirim completed specialist immunotherapy training at London's Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, focusing specifically on melanoma and kidney cancer clinic protocols.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and cancer immunotherapy to trigger the body's immune response
• Awarded the Hans Wyder Fellowship in Switzerland for her work in oncology immunology
• Holds an ESMO certification, ensuring her treatments meet European Society of Medical Oncology standards
• Co-authored 'Precision Medicine in Cancer', focusing on tailored treatment plans for individual patients
• Serves as Professor of Medical Oncology at Anadolu Medical Center, a Johns Hopkins affiliate