Stomach cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Asawadech Sanbua is a radiation oncologist who has performed over 900 treatments, specialising in integrative stomach cancer care at Panacee Hospital Rama 2.

• Expert in oncothermia – a non-invasive heat-based treatment that helps destroy cancer cells
• Uses high-precision radiotherapy techniques including IMRT and VMAT for targeted tumour control
• Integrates medical oncology treatments such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted drug therapies
• Certified in palliative care through Khon Kaen University's Karunrak Centre

Prof. Dr. Önder SÜRGİT is a General Surgeon in the General Surgery Clinic. Working hours: 09:00–18:00. Core practice areas include laparoscopic surgery, cancer surgery, and bariatric surgery.

Graduated from Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine in 1995. Academic title: Professor. Served as Instructor Surgeon at ITEM (Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center). Held faculty roles at Turgut Özal University and Atılım University, Faculties of Medicine. Also worked at Ankara Medicana Hospital and Optimed Health Group. Foreign language: English.

Professor Sezer Sağlam is a leading specialist in gastrointestinal oncology at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, focusing on tumours of the digestive system.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in gastrointestinal oncology at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENETS) for managing rare digestive tract cancers
• Board-certified medical oncologist with senior academic standing as a Professor
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Specialised in systemic treatments including targeted therapies and immunotherapy for stomach tumours

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is the former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University. He currently leads the oncology department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Specialises in medical oncology, focusing on stomach cancer and gastrointestinal tumours
• Former Education Officer at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Directs patient care using modern chemotherapy and targeted drug protocols
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and ESMO

Professor Yahya Ozel is a senior general surgeon who completed intensive training in hepato-biliary-pancreatic surgery at the prestigious Tokyo University Hospital in Japan.

• Specialises in oncological surgery for cancers of the digestive system
• Uses advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery to reduce patient recovery time
• Expert in surgical endoscopy and ERCP for internal imaging and treatment
• Certified by the Turkish Surgical Association for high surgical proficiency
• Former academic faculty member at Dogus University training future surgeons

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 highly decorated oncologist who ranked first in Turkey's national medical oncology proficiency exam. He leads the oncology department at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Completed over 1,100 successful cancer treatment procedures
• Specialises in targeted therapy and immunotherapy for challenging stomach cancer cases
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published 42 research articles in international medical journals
• Recognised with the Best Poster Award at the National Cancer Congress

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading authority in gastrointestinal oncology at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in precision medicine for stomach cancer.

• Uses immunotherapy and targeted therapies to treat complex gastric tumours
• Holds a European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) board certification
• Completed advanced oncology training at the Rambam Medical Centre
• Published 80+ papers on precision medicine and systemic cancer treatments
• Co-authored international handbooks on managing advanced-stage cancer care

Dr Rahib Hasanov brings a global perspective to stomach cancer treatment, having refined his skills through an observership at Houston Methodist Hospital in the United States.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal system tumours including stomach and oesophageal cancers
• Uses targeted therapies and smart drugs to attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Expertise in immunotherapy to help the body's immune system fight stomach tumours
• Completed medical oncology training at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on personalised oncology treatments tailored to specific patient genetic profiles