Colon Cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Yahya Ozel trained in hepato-biliary surgery at Tokyo University Hospital – a global leader in complex abdominal organ procedures.

• Specialises in oncological surgery for cancers of the digestive tract
• Uses laparoscopic and robotic surgery for smaller incisions and faster recovery
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate for surgical endoscopy
• Former academic faculty member at Dogus University training future specialist surgeons
• Performs ERCP to manage bile duct complications without open surgery

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.

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

• Specialises in medical oncology for gastrointestinal tract tumours including colon cancer
• Previously served as Clinical Education Officer at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Focuses on systemic therapies such as chemotherapy and targeted biological treatments
• Expertise in internal medicine providing a holistic approach to cancer care

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 Serkan Keskin ranked first in Turkey's national oncology proficiency exam and has managed over 1,100 cancer treatments at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Specialises in targeted therapy – drugs that attack specific cancer cells with less damage to healthy tissue
• Uses immunotherapy to help the immune system recognise and destroy colon cancer cells
• Published 42 articles in international journals regarding cancer treatment outcomes
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and European Society for Medical Oncology

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for gastrointestinal cancers. She is a recognized expert in precision medicine, having co-authored major textbooks on managing complex cancer cases.

• Awarded the Orazio Rudell Fellowship for her work in colorectal cancer care
• Focuses on targeted therapies that attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) board
• Uses immunotherapy to boost the immune system's natural ability to fight bowel tumours
• Professor at Halic University with over 80 international medical publications

Dr Rahib Hasanov is a medical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who specialises in personalised treatment plans for gastrointestinal tumours. He gained international perspective through an observership at Houston Methodist Hospital in the United States.

• Focuses on colon and rectal cancers using modern systemic therapies
• Uses targeted therapies and 'smart drugs' to attack cancer cells specifically
• Treats patients with immunotherapies to help the immune system fight the illness
• Completed his medical oncology fellowship at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of international oncology networks with experience treating diverse global patient groups

Professor Seref Komurcu is a highly credentialed oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, holding both American ECFMG and European ESMO certifications. He specialises in colon cancer management and systemic therapies.

• Published over 110 research papers on advanced cancer management
• Former Professor of Medical Oncology at Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
• Specialises in treating solid tumours including colorectal and lung cancers
• Awarded for outstanding service and teaching in medical oncology