Small intestine cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist. His work focuses on metabolically supported chemotherapy (MSCT), ketogenic diet–supported cancer care, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and insulin potentiation therapy. He emphasizes care for breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers.

He is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Neolife Medical Center (2026–present). He previously served at Private Bahçelievler Medical Park (2013–2026), Medicana Beylikdüzü (2010–2013), Silivri Anadolu (2009–2010), Diyarbakır Training and Research (2008–2009), and Bursa Çekirge State (2006–2008). Earlier, he worked as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1997–2003). He was an Assistant Professor at Altınbaş University (2014–2026).

Training: Medical Oncology subspecialty, Marmara University (2003–2006). Internal Medicine, Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune (1992–1996). Medicine, Uludağ University (1985–1990). Member, Medical Oncology Association (since 2004). His recent research (2019–2020) covers gastric, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers. Topics include long‑term survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer and feasibility in metastatic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Professor Karaaslan is a senior medical oncologist at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center, where he specialises in managing complex gastrointestinal and colorectal malignancies.

• Focuses on systemic therapies for small intestine cancer and colorectal tumours
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Society and Turkish Lung Cancer Society
• Completed advanced fellowship training at Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• Served as a medical oncology specialist at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Affiliated with a centre that collaborates with Johns Hopkins Medicine

Professor Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam – he brings elite academic expertise to small intestine cancer care at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Has managed over 1,100 oncology treatments using evidence-based protocols
• Expert in targeted therapy and immunotherapy to attack cancer at a molecular level
• Published 42 articles in international journals on emerging cancer treatments
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Award-winning researcher recognised for clinical excellence at the National Cancer Congress

Professor Mustafa Solak refined his oncology expertise at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, a global leader in complex cancer care.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal cancers, providing targeted medical management for tumours of the small intestine
• Completed a high-level oncology fellowship at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Expertise covers the full spectrum of digestive system malignancies and complex chemotherapy protocols
• Trained at some of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions and leading research hospitals

Associate Professor Gorkem Turkkan has completed more than 2,500 radiotherapy sessions using the MR-Linac device at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Specialises in MRI-guided radiotherapy – provides real-time imaging to hit tumours with pinpoint accuracy while sparing healthy tissue
• Uses stereotactic radiotherapy for precise treatment of abdominal and gastrointestinal tumours
• Served as a clinical researcher at Maastricht University in the Netherlands focusing on lung toxicity and proton therapy
• Member of the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for gastrointestinal cancers.

• Holds a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from Bilgi University
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) and certified by their clinical examinations
• Completed advanced oncology training at the Rambam Medical Centre in Israel
• Co-authored multiple books on precision medicine and clinical oncology protocols
• Awarded the Hans Wyder Fellowship for her research into immunology and cancer care

Dr. Kivanc Derya Peker is a gastrointestinal surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He co-founded the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital. Dr. Peker completed specialized training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States. He treats complex cancers of the liver, pancreas, and stomach.

• Performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries to date.
• Completed over 200 liver surgeries and numerous kidney transplants.
• Ranked in the top 3 during his national gastroenterology surgery minor examination.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which serves 500,000 patients annually.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Professor Seref Komurcu is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Anadolu Medical Center, where he leads complex cancer treatment plans.

• Specialises in solid tumours including colorectal and small intestine malignancies
• Holds a certificate from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published over 110 research papers on global cancer management protocols
• Former Professor of Medical Oncology at Gulhane Military Medical Academy

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.

Professor Ayhan Erdemir is a highly skilled general surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine. He focuses on complex abdominal oncology cases using precision surgical techniques.

• Certified in da Vinci robotic surgery for minimally invasive tumour removal
• Uses Cytoreductive Surgery combined with HIPEC for abdominal cancer spread
• Completed specialist surgical oncology training in Istanbul
• Former Assistant Professor at Maltepe University Medical School
• Holds the Turkish Surgery Qualification Recertification for clinical standards

Professor Sadi Kerem Okutur is an award-winning oncologist at Memorial Bahçelievler, recognised for his research into targeted cancer therapies.

• Received the Oncology Research Award from the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Expert in immuno-oncology, using the body's immune system to fight malignant tumours
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Published over 20 scientific papers and 10 book chapters on modern oncology
• Specialises in medical oncology protocols at JCI-accredited Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

Dr. Mehmet Dogu Canoglu is a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in precise tumor targeting using MR Linac and CyberKnife technologies. Dr. Canoglu trained at Kocaeli University. He previously served at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He treats various cancers, including complex brain, prostate, and lung tumors.

• Expert in Varian TrueBeam and Trilogy radiation delivery systems.
• Performs stereotaxic radiosurgery and targeted radiotherapy for sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourism.