Metastases in the liver Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Professor Ersin Ozturk is a surgical oncology specialist at Medicana Bursa Hospital, focusing on complex gastrointestinal and liver cases.

• Completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, a global leader in surgical innovation
• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Holds a PhD in physiology, providing deep insight into how organ systems function during recovery
• Leads surgical oncology at Medicana Bursa Hospital – a major JCI-accredited medical centre

Professor Kayihan Engin is a highly credentialed radiation oncologist who completed a prestigious post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in the United States.

• Specialises in thermoradiotherapy, combining heat with radiation to treat complex liver lesions
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludağ University Medical College
• Currently serves as the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital
• Previously led oncological sciences at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center
• Awarded a research scholarship from the US National Cancer Institute

Dr Chaitainya Borde has managed over 30,000 PET-CT scans, providing the high-level imaging needed to precisely locate and monitor liver metastases.

• Specialises in Lu-177 radionuclide therapies – a targeted treatment that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells
• Uses PET-CT scans to accurately track how tumours respond to treatment
• Experienced in nuclear cardiology services for patients with complex health needs
• Publishes research in medical journals to stay updated on nuclear medicine protocols

Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies. Dr. Sakin previously served as the Head of the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University. He also held a leadership role at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital.

• Provides immunotherapy, biological therapy, and hormone treatments for various cancer types.
• Treats rare and difficult conditions like thymoma, chordoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs PET-CT scans and comprehensive oncological check-ups for men and women.
• Uses JCI-accredited facilities with systems like TrueBeam STx and Halcyon for treatment.

Dr Shruti Kate was a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital – one of the largest and most influential cancer research centres in South Asia.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for managing advanced-stage cancer cases
• Trained at the prestigious Lady Hardinge Medical College and Maulana Azad Medical College
• Uses metronomic therapy – low-dose frequent chemotherapy to minimise side effects while targeting tumours
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Received a global travel award for her research on lung cancer outcomes

Dr Shaunak Valame is a dedicated medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with extensive training from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

• Focuses on molecular-based cancer care and targeted therapies to attack specific cancer cells
• Presented stomach cancer research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco
• Experienced in managing complex gastrointestinal cases at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital
• Delivered lectures for the International Winter School of Oncology programme
• Trained in internal medicine and DNB-certified in medical oncology

Professor Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre – one of India's largest oncology facilities.

• Trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai
• Holds a surgical fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
• Expertise in thoracic oncology, managing complex primary and secondary tumours
• Professor for breast surgery at the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
• Principal investigator for over 200 clinical trials on emerging therapies