Esophageal cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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.

Professor Yahya Ozel holds a fellowship in hepatobiliary surgery from Tokyo University Hospital, where he trained in stomach and oesophageal oncology under global leaders.

• Specialises in oncological surgery using advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques
• Uses surgical endoscopy – allowing for internal imaging and tissue sampling without large incisions
• Holds the Turkish Surgical Proficiency Certificate for high standards in surgical practice
• Former academic faculty member at Dogus University training future specialist surgeons
• Maintains expertise in endocrine and hepatobiliary systems for complex cancer cases

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 Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for gastrointestinal cancers.

• Co-authored the 'Handbook of Advanced Cancer Care Treatment' on precision medicine protocols
• Completed specialist immunooncology training at the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in London
• Holds an ESMO attestation certificate from the European Society of Medical Oncology
• Manages complex esophageal cases using precision medicine to match treatments to tumour genetics
• Published over 80 research papers on gastrointestinal oncology and modern cancer diagnostics

Dr Rahib Hasanov is a specialist medical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who focuses on gastrointestinal system tumours, including complex cancers of the oesophagus.

• Completed a medical fellowship at Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas, USA
• Specialises in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for oesophageal cancer cases
• Focuses on personalised oncology, tailoring 'smart drug' treatments to each patient
• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the American-trained observership programme for modern oncological practices

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Professor Sadi Kerem Okutur has performed over 1,100 oncology treatments and holds the prestigious Oncology Research Award from the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.

• Specialises in medical oncology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Authored 10 book chapters regarding cancer treatment protocols
• Focuses on immuno-oncology – using the immune system to fight tumours
• Previously worked at Florence Nightingale and Acibadem hospital groups

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.

Professor Sezer Saglam is a specialist medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a dedicated focus on gastrointestinal cancers.

• Specialised in gastrointestinal oncology at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Maintains active memberships in ESMO and the American Society of Clinical Oncology
• Expert in managing cancer of the digestive tract and neuroendocrine tumours
• Collaborates with general surgeons for a multidisciplinary approach to treatment

Dr. Mehmet Dogu Canoglu is a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in precise tumor targeting using MR Linac and CyberKnife technologies. Dr. Canoglu trained at Kocaeli University. He previously served at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He treats various cancers, including complex brain, prostate, and lung tumors.

• Expert in Varian TrueBeam and Trilogy radiation delivery systems.
• Performs stereotaxic radiosurgery and targeted radiotherapy for sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourism.

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.