Ovarian Cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Personal information

Title: Professor Doctor

Branch: Radiation Oncology

Work History:

1 GATA Military Medical Faculty

2 Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

3 T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University \ Associate Professor

4 T.R Demiroğlu Bilim University \ Professor

Medical Specialties and Subspecialties:

1 Head and Neck Cancers

2 Radiation Oncology

Priority treatments:

1 Prostate cancer

2 Conformal treatments

Special advanced health technologies:

1 Truebeam Stx Technology

2 Halcyons

Education

1991 - Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

1996 - Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Radiation

Oncology Specialization Training

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital who previously headed the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University.

• Specialises in medical oncology for the management of solid tumours and gynaecological cancers
• Served as a Clinical Education Officer, training new specialists in the latest oncological protocols
• Hold European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) aligned expertise in systemic cancer therapies
• Manages complex cases using targeted therapies and personalised medicine at a major university hospital

The doctor specializes in managing breast cancer, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. With extensive experience since 2014 at Anadolu Medical Center, the doctor has previously served at Medical Park Hospital, Kocaeli Derince Education and Research Hospital, and Erzurum Regional Education and Research Hospital. The doctor's military service included a role as a Medical Oncology specialist at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

Educational achievements include a degree in general medicine from Istanbul University and specializations in internal medicine and medical oncology. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Medical Oncology Society, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Professor Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's national medical oncology exam and has managed over 900 complex cancer cases. He leads the oncology department at Memorial Şişli Hospital, where he develops individualised treatment programmes.

• Specialises in targeted therapy and immunotherapy for advanced-stage gynaecological cancers
• Winner of the Best Poster Award at the 19th National Cancer Congress
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published 42 research papers on oncological outcomes in international journals
• Expert in integrating systemic treatments like chemotherapy with modern biological therapies

Professor Yesim Yildirim leads the medical oncology department at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for complex gynecological cancers.

• Acclaimed Professor and researcher who has co-authored textbooks on precision medicine and advanced cancer care
• Completed specialized immunooncology training at the Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London
• Certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) for international specialist standards
• Active member of the European School of Oncology with over 80 medical publications

Associate Professor Sema Karakas is a specialist gynecologic oncologist at Hisar Hospital who focuses on keyhole and scarless surgical techniques for complex pelvic cases.

• Specialises in laparoscopic surgery – a closed procedure that uses small incisions for faster recovery
• Performs V-Notes scarless surgery to remove cysts and treat uterine conditions without visible marks
• Expert in colposcopy – a detailed internal examination to identify and treat abnormal cells early
• Treats endometriosis and chocolate cysts using minimally invasive methods to reduce post-operative pain

Dr Rahib Hasanov provides personalised care for ovarian cancer patients at Hisar Hospital, utilising international insights gained from the Houston Methodist Hospital in the USA.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and 'smart drugs' that attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in immunotherapies, which use the body's immune system to fight gynaecological tumours
• Completed a medical oncology fellowship at Marmara University to treat complex urogenital system tumours
• Focuses on personalised oncology, tailoring treatment plans to the specific genetic profile of the patient

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

Professor Mustafa Özdoğan is a senior oncologist who has performed over 1,100 procedures and currently heads the Medical Oncology Department at Memorial Antalya Hospital.

• Holds specialist qualifications in both internal medicine and medical oncology
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Recognised by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Has published more than 40 research articles on cancer treatment protocols
• Leads a multidisciplinary oncology team at a major JCI-accredited hospital centre

Professor Sezer Saglam is a senior medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with high-level expertise in complex tumour management.

• Holds a professorship in medical oncology from Istanbul University
• Specialises in systemic therapies for advanced-stage gynaecological cancers
• Current member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Trained at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute

The doctor is a seasoned gynecologist and obstetrician with a career spanning over two decades. After completing medical education at Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School in 1995, the doctor specialized in Gynecology and Obstetrics at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical School in 2002. The doctor has been serving at Anadolu Medical Center since 2005, focusing on gynecology, obstetrics, and urogynecology. The doctor is a member of several professional societies, including the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Society and the AAGL, Advancing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Worldwide.

Professor Sadi Kerem Okutur is an award-winning medical oncologist at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital who received the Oncology Research Award from the Turkish Medical Oncology Society.

• Specialises in chemotherapy and targeted drug protocols for ovarian cancer cases
• Active member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Published over 20 research papers and 10 book chapters on oncology care
• Expert in immuno-oncology, focusing on how the immune system fights tumours
• Coordinates complex treatment plans at a leading JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul

Dr. Mehmet Doğu Canoğlu is a radiation oncologist. He graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Kocaeli University from 2006 to 2012.

He completed his compulsory service at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital. He then worked at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital and at Medipol Mega University Hospital from 2015 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.