Best Bone cancer Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Professor Bulent Karagoz is a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center with a focus on sarcoma and bone tumour biology.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for complex bone tumours
• Published over 40 research papers on tumour immunology and cancer biology
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Trained in applied flow cytometry – used for precise cancer cell analysis

Associate Professor Eda Tanrikulu ranked third in Turkey's national medical oncology exams and serves as a lead researcher for international clinical trials at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in medical oncology for soft tissue sarcomas and bone tumours
• Focuses on individualised treatments using medication and chemotherapy protocols
• Earned the Turkish Hematology Society Thesis Award for her specialised research
• Holds active memberships with the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Former head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpasa Numune Training Hospital

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute. Dr. Solak previously practiced at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He treats a variety of complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Specializes in the treatment of testicular, ovarian, and head and neck cancers.
• Performs oncology procedures including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
• Trained at Hacettepe University and Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training Hospital.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats over 500,000 patients annually.

Associate Professor Gorkem Turkkan is a specialist in precision radiation therapy, having performed over 2,500 sessions using the MR-Linac system at Hisar Hospital.

• Specialises in MR-guided radiotherapy to track and target tumours with high accuracy
• Trained in stereotactic radiotherapy at the MAASTRO Clinic in the Netherlands
• Uses pinpoint radiotherapy to treat complex bone and spinal cord tumours
• Member of the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
• Manages clinical research projects focused on reducing treatment-related lung toxicity

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.

Associate Professor Sami Sokucu is a European Board-certified orthopaedic specialist who holds a prestigious fellowship from the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology.

• Specialises in radiofrequency ablation – a heat-based treatment that destroys bone tumours without the need for traditional open surgery
• Expert in limb-sparing resections for spinal tumours, focusing on preserving mobility while removing cancerous growth
• Manages complex bone cancers using Taylor Spatial Frames and motorised lengthening nails for post-tumour reconstruction
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology and the Turkish Medical Association

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a leading medical oncologist who served as Head of Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in systemic therapy for bone cancer and malignant tumours
• Former Education Officer at Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital training future specialists
• Regulated by the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Focuses on pharmacological protocols and targeted drug therapies
• Expert in managing bone cancer cases within a multidisciplinary team

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 ranked first in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam and has managed over 900 cancer cases during his career.

• Treats bone cancer using targeted therapy and immunotherapy to attack specific tumour markers
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) for global treatment standards
• Former award winner at the National Cancer Congress for his oncology research
• Published 42 articles in international journals regarding medical oncology outcomes
• Practices at Memorial Şişli Hospital, a major centre for complex cancer care

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

• Co-authored 'Precision Medicine in Cancer', focusing on tailored treatment protocols
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) with international attestation
• Trained in immunotherapy at the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in London
• Published over 80 research papers on global oncology outcomes and treatments
• Lecturer at Halic University, training the next generation of oncology specialists

Dr. Rahib Hasanov is a medical oncologist. He graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (1999–2005). He completed an internal medicine residency (2009–2013) and a medical oncology fellowship at Marmara University (2015–2018). He also completed an observership at Houston Methodist Hospital (2006–2007).

He focuses on personalized oncology. His treatments include immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and novel agents. His clinical interests include gastrointestinal, breast, lung, and genitourinary cancers.

He attends national and international conferences. He welcomes patients from Turkey, Azerbaijan, Montenegro, Georgia, Uzbekistan, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States.

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.

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.

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 is a leading medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with senior academic standing and international credentials.

• Specialises in systemic treatments including chemotherapy and targeted drug therapies
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Fellowship trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Focuses on multidisciplinary care for complex tumours and gastrointestinal oncology

Education and Expertise

Selcuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education

Dr.Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Anakara Oncology Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Specialization

Experience

Malatya State Hospital Internal Diseases Clinic

Ankara Oncology Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic

Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic


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Dr. Ozcan Yildiz is an oncologist and hematologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex neuroendocrine tumors and gynecological cancers. Dr. Yildiz has published numerous studies in prestigious journals like Medical Oncology and International Journal of Cardiology. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its bone marrow transplant expertise.

• Expertise in treating lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats hematological conditions including idiopathic thrombocytopenia.
• Published research on thyroid therapy and steroid synthesis safety.
• Performs specialized procedures like leukemia chemotherapy and tumor biopsies.

Dr. Mustafa Ondzhel is a professor of oncosurgery and proctology at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He spent five years as a practicing surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic in the USA. Dr. Ondzhel specializes in treating bowel cancer and complex rectal disorders. He is a founder of the Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association.

• Holds a proctology qualification certificate from the European Commission on Coloproctology.
• Received the Most Successful Scientist of the Year award in the healthcare category.
• Performs Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Confirmed as an Official International Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons.