Tongue Cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Engin is a decorated radiation oncologist who completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in the United States. He currently serves as the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital.

• Specialises in thermoradiotherapy – uses heat to make tongue cancer cells more sensitive to radiation
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludağ University Medical College
• Received a research scholarship from the US National Cancer Institute (NCI)
• Previously directed the Department of Radiation Oncology at the prestigious Anadolu Medical Center
• Expert in coordinating multidisciplinary care for complex head and neck tumours

Dr Chaitainya Borde has managed over 30,000 PET scans at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre – a critical step for staging tongue cancer accurately.

• Specialises in nuclear medicine to help identify the spread of tumours
• Uses PET-CT scans to guide targeted treatment plans for head and neck cancers
• Performs radioiodine and Lu-177 therapies for advanced oncological cases
• Has treated over 1,000 cancer patients using nuclear imaging and therapy
• Contributing researcher with multiple publications in various medical journals

Professor Shruti Kate brings elite expertise from Tata Memorial Hospital, where she served as a consultant at one of the world's most high-volume cancer centres.

• Specialises in medical oncology for solid tumours, including advanced-stage cancers of the head and neck
• Uses immunotherapy to help the immune system recognise and destroy cancer cells
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Recipient of the World Conference on Lung Cancer travel award for her research
• Focuses on metronomic therapy – frequent low-dose treatment to reduce side effects

Dr Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery with a focus on functional rehabilitation for patients at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in organ preservation – aims to save healthy tissue and maintain tongue function
• Focuses on early diagnosis and preventive oral hygiene for better patient outcomes
• Trained in major head and neck surgeries through a specialist surgical oncology fellowship
• Active researcher with multiple publications on oral cancer and surgical techniques

Professor Ismail Ozdemir is a senior specialist in head and neck surgery who formerly led the ENT department at Namik Kemal University.

• Specialises in surgical oncology for tumours of the head, neck, and throat
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Former Head of Surgical Medical Sciences, overseeing complex operative cases
• Experienced in reconstruction and restorative surgery following tumour removal
• Served as a senior clinical instructor at Izmir Ataturk Research Hospital

Professor Cho Byung Chul leads the Oncology Department at Severance Hospital – one of South Korea's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in chemotherapy for head and neck cancers including tongue cancer
• Manages complex cases involving tumours of the oesophagus and lungs
• Focused on implementing new clinical drugs and systemic therapy protocols
• Leads a major oncology department at a JCI-accredited university hospital

Associate Professor Dr. Emrah Eraslan graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 2005. From 2006 to 2011, he worked as a research assistant in the Department of Internal Medicine at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine and became an internal medicine specialist in 2011. Between 2011 and 2013, he worked as an internal medicine specialist and chief physician at Dr. Nafiz Körez Sincan State Hospital and Palu District State Hospital. From 2013 to 2016, he received medical oncology training at Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Education and Research Hospital and worked there until 2021. In 2023, he became an associate professor and contributed to his field with his publications throughout his career. He currently serves his patients at Koru Ankara Hospital. His medical interests include:

Breast Cancer

Prostate Cancer

Lung Cancer

Colorectal Cancer

Stomach Cancer

Ovarian Cancer

Professor Sridhar P.S. is a senior radiation oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with extensive training in targeted radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University.

• Specialises in precise radiation delivery for tumours of the head and neck
• Member of the Association of Radiation Oncology of India
• Focuses on neuro-oncology and complex tumour management
• Certified by the National Board of Examination in radiotherapy
• Utilises targeted protocols to minimise damage to healthy tongue tissue

Professor Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He focuses on restoring health and quality of life through high-volume surgical expertise.

• Trained in surgical oncology at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai
• Holds a surgical qualification from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
• Serves as a Professor of Breast Surgery at Maharashtra University
• Investigated over 200 clinical trials for new cancer treatment protocols
• Specialises in complex tumour removals and reconstructive surgical techniques

Sirshendu Roy is a highly trained surgical oncologist who completed his postgraduate training at the world-renowned Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in head and neck surgical services for managing complex oral tumours
• Skilful in plastic and reconstructive services to restore function after surgery
• Trained in paediatric oncosurgery for younger patients requiring specialist care
• Uses multidisciplinary protocols from his time at Indie's premier cancer centre