Best Tongue Cancer Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Bulent Karagoz specializes in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for head and neck cancers at the globally recognized Anadolu Medical Center.

• Member of the European Head and Neck Society focused on tongue cancer protocols
• Uses immunotherapy to help the body's immune system recognize and attack cancer cells
• Applies targeted therapies that block specific proteins to stop tumor growth without surgery
• Formerly served as Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Expert in tumor biology with over 40 published research papers on oncology outcomes

Professor Tayfun Apuhan is a leading head and neck surgeon who trained at The Ohio State University to master complex tumour removals. He founded the ENT department at Hisar Hospital and has published over 200 scientific works.

• Specialises in head and neck tumour surgery and complex tissue reconstruction
• Performs neck dissection to remove affected lymph nodes and prevent cancer spread
• Uses CO2 laser procedures for precise surgical interventions with minimal downtime
• Trained in facial plastic surgery in Germany to ensure better aesthetic outcomes
• Expert in microsurgery for delicate areas like the vocal cords and mouth

Associate Professor Eda Tanrikulu ranked third in Turkey's highly competitive medical oncology subspecialty exam – a testament to her deep clinical knowledge. She currently provides individualized cancer care at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in medical oncology and personalised chemotherapy protocols for head and neck tumours
• Experienced in leading international clinical trials for emerging cancer therapies
• Trained at the specialist Oxford University Radcliffe Department of Medicine in England
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Awarded the Turkish Hematology Society Thesis Award for her research contributions

Professor Mustafa Solak completed a prestigious fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US – consistently ranked as the top cancer hospital globally.

• Specialises in head and neck oncology, including complex tongue cancer cases
• Completed specialist oncology training at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Expertise in targeted drug therapies and personalised treatment planning
• Manages solid tumours across the gastrointestinal and respiratory systems
• Active researcher in oncology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Dr. Banu Atalar is a board-certified radiation oncologist (Türkiye, 2004). She is a Full Professor at Acibadem MAA University (2018–present) and a clinician at Anadolu Medical Center (2026–present). She trained at Istanbul and Cerrahpaşa. In 2011, she completed a Stanford clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery. Her practice focuses on CNS, thoracic, and GI tumors. About 75% of her care involves SRS and MR‑guided adaptive SRS.

Her honors include the ASCO IDEA award (2004), the IASLC International Mentorship Award (2018), and H.FACR (2025). She has 72 international peer‑reviewed publications. Her leadership roles include President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (2025–27) and Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee (2024–27). She served on the ASCO Resource‑Stratified Guidelines Committee (2013–18) and on RSS meeting and nomination committees. She organized national congresses (2023, 2025) and has been an invited speaker at major meetings.

Prof. Hüseyin Baloğlu is a pathology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Kocaeli, Turkey. He focuses on molecular pathology, surgical pathology, and tumour biopsy and diagnostics.

Education and accreditations: MD, GATA Medical School (1986). Pathology specialty training, GATA (1992). Associate Professor (Doçent), GATA (2004). Visiting scholar at Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York) and Heidelberg University.

Achievements: author of over 600 peer‑reviewed publications. Holds a patent in molecular diagnostics for thyroid cancer. Leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services.

Professor Sezer Sağlam oversees the medical oncology department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, where he leads treatment for complex gastrointestinal and head-related cancers.

• Specialises in medical oncology for tumours affecting the digestive system and mouth
• Trained at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute, a premier research and treatment hub
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) contributing to international protocols
• Fellowship-trained specialist in internal medicine and oncology care

Associate Professor Hasan Mutlu leads the medical oncology department at Medical Park Antalya, focusing on targeted therapies and immunotherapy for organ tumours.

• Specialises in chemotherapy and targeted cancer treatments that attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Uses immunotherapy to help the immune system recognise and destroy tumours
• Incorporates next-generation genetic research to personalise drug protocols for each patient
• Trained at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's premier medical research institutions
• Combines standard treatments with complementary medicine to manage side effects and improve patient wellbeing

Professor Sefik Igdem is a prominent specialist in radiation oncology who focuses on head and neck malignancies at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in treating tumours of the head and neck region
• Uses TrueBeam STx technology for precise radiation delivery
• Employs Halcyon systems for faster and more comfortable treatment sessions
• Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University training future oncology specialists
• Focuses on conformal treatments to protect healthy surrounding tissues

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, specialising in targeted systemic treatments for head and neck malignancies.

• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Served as an Education Officer at Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Specialises in medical oncology, focusing on chemotherapy and modern drug protocols
• Fellowship trained at the Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research 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.