Best Larynx Cancer Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Bulent Karagoz has performed over 1,100 procedures and brings high-level expertise in systemic larynx cancer care to Anadolu Medical Center.

• Member of the European Head and Neck Society, specialising in head and neck oncology focus
• Uses cancer immunotherapy – treatments that boost the body's natural defences to destroy cancer cells
• Specialises in targeted therapies which attack specific proteins in tumours while sparing healthy tissue
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital
• Published over 40 research papers focused on tumour biology and immunology

Dr Eda Tanrikulu ranked third nationally in Turkey's prestigious minor specialty exam and provides care at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in medical oncology and personalised chemotherapy protocols for various tumours
• Participated in the ESMO Lung Cancer Preceptorship at The Christie in Manchester
• Former lead oncologist for the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital
• Active researcher in international clinic trials for oncology treatments
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Professor Mustafa Solak completed a prestigious fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Centre in the USA – consistently ranked as one of the world's top hospitals for oncology.

• Specialises in head and neck cancers, including complex larynx cancer cases
• Trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, a premier medical research hub
• Expert in systemic therapies for gastrointestinal and respiratory tract tumours
• Focuses on targeted treatment plans for locally advanced and metastatic cases

Prof. Dr. M. Emre Üstündağ is a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze. He has been a professor at Kocaeli University since 2006. He completed his MD and ENT residency at Istanbul University between 1983 and 1995. He has worked at Istanbul and Kocaeli universities and at Acıbadem hospitals. He has also maintained a private practice since 2006.

Clinical focus: head and neck oncology and surgery; rhinology and rhinoplasty; laryngology; septoplasty; sleep apnea surgery.

He completed international training in Ireland (Ardkeen). In Germany, he trained in Tübingen; Freiburg (otology, 4 months); and Regensburg (rhinology, 4 months). In the USA, he trained at Stanford in laryngology and sleep apnea (4 months). He has 47 international articles and 788 citations (Google Scholar, Jan 2026). He is a member of the Turkish ORL-HNS, the Istanbul University ENT Association, and the German ORL-HNS.

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 is a senior medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, specialising in chemotherapy and targeted drug protocols.

• Holds membership with the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENETs)
• Trained at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute, a premier national cancer research centre
• Focuses on multidisciplinary care for tumours of the head and neck
• Specialises in medical oncology following a fellowship at the Istanbul Medical Faculty

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

• Uses TrueBeam STx technology – delivers precise radiation to tumours while sparing healthy throat tissue
• Specialises in conformal treatments – shapes radiation beams to match the exact dimensions of the cancer
• Serves as a Professor at Demiroglu Bilim University – training the next generation of oncology specialists
• Uses Halcyon systems – high-speed radiotherapy designed to improve patient comfort and treatment speed

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a former Head of the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University. He uses his extensive academic and clinical background to lead oncology care at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in medical oncology for managing various head and neck tumours
• Served as Education Officer at the prestigious Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Former Department Head who trained specialists in the latest systemic therapy protocols
• Expertise includes targeted therapies and immunotherapy for advanced-stage cancer cases

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.

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in immunotherapy and targeted drug treatments for head and neck cancers.

• Co-authored the 'Handbook of Advanced Cancer Care Treatment' on precision medicine protocols
• Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) for international excellence
• Trained in immuno-oncology at the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in London
• Published over 80 scientific papers on innovative cancer therapies and diagnostics

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.

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

Prof. Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in gastrointestinal and breast cancers. He has contributed to cancer care through research, especially with his study on the best timing for surgery after neoadjuvant therapy in rectal cancer. This work has influenced global treatment protocols.

Dr. Sağlam has led clinical trials in targeted therapies and precision medicine. His research on liver-transplanted patients with hepatocellular carcinoma was nominated for the 2024 International Best Researcher Award. He is a member of ASCO, ESMO, and ENET. Dr. Sağlam provides personalized and evidence-based oncology care.

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.

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

Dr Turkan Ozturk Topcu brings international expertise to Larynx cancer care, having trained at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA.

• Specialises in medical oncology for head and neck cancers at Valued Med Hub Hospitals
• Practised at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center in Canada
• Completed specialist training at the Moffitt Cancer Center in the USA
• Manages complex cases involving the gastrointestinal and respiratory systems
• Holds certifications in both internal medicine and medical oncology

Professor Orhan Gazi Yigitbasi is a specialist in otolaryngology – ear, nose, and throat surgery – with a senior leadership role at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specialises in head and neck surgical oncology for complex tumours
• Focused on larynx cancer management and airway reconstruction
• Brings academic expertise from his role at a major university teaching hospital
• Expert in microsurgery and minimally invasive laser techniques for throat cases

The doctor is an oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Currently, the doctor practices at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

With a career spanning multiple esteemed institutions, the doctor has served as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Malatya State Hospital, a physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic, and a member of the Oncology Department at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Selcuk University and achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2016.