Stomach cancer stage 2 Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Sefik Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon technologies to deliver high-precision radiation therapy at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in conformal radiation therapy – shapes radiation beams to match the tumour, protecting healthy surrounding tissue
• Serves as a Professor at Demiroglu Bilim University – helps train the next generation of oncology specialists
• Uses image-guided systems to track tumour movement in real-time, allowing for more accurate treatment delivery
• Completed specialist radiation oncology training at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

Professor Serkan Keskin is a decorated oncologist who ranked first in Turkey's national medical oncology proficiency exam. He leads the oncology department at Memorial Şişli Hospital, specialising in complex systemic treatments.

• Uses targeted therapy and immunotherapy to attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Awarded for research excellence at the National Cancer Congress
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Specialises in chemotherapy protocols for gastrointestinal malignancies

Associate Professor Mustafa Solak gained specialised training at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – consistently ranked as one of the top cancer hospitals globally.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal cancers including stage 2 stomach malignancies
• Completed a dedicated medical oncology fellowship at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Expertise in targeted systemic therapies to reduce tumour size and prevent recurrence
• Experienced in managing complex cases at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center with a focus on targeted therapies for gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted treatments for stage 2 stomach cancer
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) board
• Completed advanced oncology training at the Rambam Medical Centre in Haifa
• Authored over 80 publications on precision medicine and cancer care protocols
• Trained in immuno-oncology at the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in London

Professor Peker is a dual-specialist surgeon who has performed over 400 gastric and pancreatic cancer operations at leading Turkish hospitals.

• Holds a PhD in medical biology and cancer research from Istanbul University
• Completed a fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Specialises in gastroenterology surgery, focusing on complex digestive tract tumours
• Established several major hepatopancreatobiliary surgical units in Turkey
• Uses his background in cellular biology to inform precision surgical oncology

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.

Dr. Seref Komurcu is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, lung, colorectal, and solid cancers. Dr. Komurcu holds both ECFMG and ESMO certifications. He previously served as a professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Published over 110 scientific papers on cancer management.
• Provides immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy treatments.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Professor Erhun Eyüboğlu refined his surgical skills at Johns Hopkins University – the world's most prestigious medical institution for cancer care.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal oncology and complex stomach surgery
• Lecturer at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – Turkey's premier training ground for surgeons
• Performs Whipple procedures for complex abdominal cancer cases
• Focuses on surgical oncology to improve survival rates in mid-stage cancers

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.

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.

Dr. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

Professor Sezer Saglam lead the gastrointestinal oncology team at Istanbul's prestigious Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specialises in medical protocols for managing digestive tract tumours.

• Completed a dedicated gastrointestinal oncology fellowship at Istanbul University.
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENET).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Fellow of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Specialises in internal medicine and haemodialysis for complex cases.

Professor Tahsin Ozadli is a specialist medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focused his research on gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Trained at the Dr Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in managing gastric and oesophageal cancers within multidisciplinary teams
• Specialises in chemotherapy and targeted systemic treatments for gastrointestinal tumours
• Active researcher with numerous published studies on cancer treatment outcomes
• Focuses on personalized treatment protocols to manage patient side effects effectively