Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli is a senior oncologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital, specialising in complex gastrointestinal cancers and tumours of the digestive tract.

• Coordinates care for patients with Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumours (pNETs) within a multidisciplinary team
• Recognised as an Associate Professor for his contribution to oncological medicine
• Trained at the Ankara Oncology Clinic, one of Turkey's major specialist cancer centres
• Manages targeted therapy and chemotherapy protocols for hormonal and non-hormonal tumours

Professor Yahya Ozel is a highly skilled surgeon who completed specialist training at Tokyo University Hospital in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery. He focuses on surgical management for tumours involving the pancreas and liver.

• Specialises in pancreatic surgery using robotic-assisted and laparoscopic techniques for smaller incisions
• Performs surgical endoscopy and ERCP to manage bile duct obstructions with precision
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate for high standards in surgical care
• Former academic faculty member who trained surgeons at Dogus University

Professor Muzaffer Al is a lead surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospital with high-level training in oncological cancer surgery from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in laparoscopic pancreatic surgery – uses small incisions for quicker recovery and less scarring
• Completed postgraduate training in metabolic and oncological surgery at Istanbul University
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for treating tumours of the digestive tract
• Fellow of the Turkish Surgical Association with extensive surgical volume in complex cases

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. 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.

Professor Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a dual-qualified specialist in internal medicine and medical oncology at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in medical oncology at Akdeniz University – a leading Turkish centre for complex cancer care
• Manages systemic treatments for neuroendocrine cases, including hormone-based therapies and chemotherapy
• Experienced in multidisciplinary care for pancreatic tumours at major training and research hospitals
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility, ensuring high standards for international healthcare protocols

The doctor is a highly specialized surgeon with extensive expertise in oncological and metabolic procedures. The clinical focus encompasses a wide range of cancer surgeries, including complex interventions for pancreatic, bile duct, gastric, colon, and thyroid malignancies, as well as specialized breast surgery.

In addition to oncology, the doctor is proficient in bariatric and metabolic surgery, providing advanced surgical solutions for obesity and diabetes management. The practice is dedicated to delivering comprehensive surgical care, utilizing evidence-based techniques to address both malignant conditions and metabolic health disorders.