Glioblastoma Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and gastrointestinal malignancies. Dr. Sakin previously served as the Head of the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University. He also held a leadership role at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital.

• Provides immunotherapy, biological therapy, and hormone treatments for various cancer types.
• Treats rare and difficult conditions like thymoma, chordoma, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs PET-CT scans and comprehensive oncological check-ups for men and women.
• Uses JCI-accredited facilities with systems like TrueBeam STx and Halcyon for treatment.

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

The doctor is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist with a specialization in bone marrow transplantation. With extensive experience in treating pediatric patients with blood disorders and cancers, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in this field. The clinical focus includes innovative therapies and patient-centered care, ensuring the best outcomes for young patients. The doctor is recognized for their expertise in managing complex cases and has been involved in numerous clinical trials aimed at improving treatment protocols.

Professor Vikas Gupta leads the neurosurgery department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, focusing on neuro-oncology and surgical care for complex brain tumours.

• Specialises in neuro-oncology, providing surgical management for aggressive brain tumours such as glioblastoma
• Performs endovascular neurosurgery, using minimally invasive access through blood vessels to treat vascular conditions
• Holds a Senior Master of Neurosurgery degree, the highest academic qualification in the field
• Member of the Indian Society of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, ensuring high-standard perioperative management

Dr. Shruti Kate is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. She previously worked as a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Kate focuses on immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for treating solid and pediatric tumors. She was the sole recipient from India of the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer award.

• Specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.
• Proficient in complex procedures, including the Whipple surgery and chemotherapy management.
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
• Practices at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

Professor Sridhar P.S. is a radiation oncology specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with over two decades of focus on neurological tumours.

• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology dedicated to brain cancer research
• Expert in radiotherapy for managing complex glioblastoma cases
• Active in the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology
• Qualified Diplomate of the National Board in radiotherapy
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams for individualised tumour treatment

Professor Kayihan Engin is the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa, bringing expertise from a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA.

• Specialises in radiation oncology for treating complex brain tumours like glioblastoma
• Completed a high-level research scholarship at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in America
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludag University Medical College
• Uses thermoradiotherapy – a technique combining heat with radiation to make cancer cells more sensitive to treatment
• Led oncological sciences departments across multiple major medical centres for over two decades

Dr. Mehmet Ozek is a neurosurgeon at Acibadem Altunizade Clinic. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery. He focuses on movement disorders and spinal conditions like herniated discs. Dr. Ozek completed fellowships at Yale University and Florida University.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Mahir Tevruz Scientific Research Award.
• Authored over 40 articles in SCI international journals.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Works at JCI-accredited Acibadem Altunizade, a modern surgical facility in Istanbul.