Melanoma Doctors Abroad — Page 5

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.

Dr Sumeyye Altintas Kaksi is a dermatologist at Medipol Mega University Hospital – one of Turkey's largest and most modern medical centres.

• Specialises in medical dermatology for skin health and lesion monitoring
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for multidisciplinary specialist care
• Focuses on clinical dermatology and skin malignancy assessments

Dr Chaitainya Borde has managed over 30,000 PET scans at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre – a critical volume for accurately staging melanoma cases.

• Specialises in nuclear medicine for detecting how far cancer has spread
• Provides Lu-177 therapies, a targeted treatment that finds and destroys cancer cells
• Expert in PET-CT scans to monitor how melanoma responds to treatment
• Published research on nuclear imaging in reputable medical journals
• Oversees nuclear cardiology services to assess heart health during intensive therapy

Professor Kayihan Engin is a distinguished radiation oncologist who completed a post-doctoral fellowship in thermoradiotherapy at Thomas Jefferson University in the United States.

• Serves as the Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital
• Specialises in using heat-based treatments alongside radiation to improve tumour control
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludağ University Medical College
• Holds a research scholarship from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in America
• Expert in managing complex skin malignancies and advanced-stage tumours

Professor Sridhar P.S. is a radiation oncology specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with extensive training in targeted radiotherapy for skin tumours.

• Holds a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from the prestigious Banaras Hindu University
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology, focusing on cases where melanoma spreads to the brain
• Diplomate of the National Board of Examination in radiotherapy
• Member of the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology – uses heat-based treatments to improve radiation effectiveness

Dr. Ismail Ozdemir is an ENT and head and neck surgeon at Ento Surgical Medical Center. He has trained over 40 ear, nose, and throat specialists in clinical and theoretical practice. Dr. Ozdemir specializes in pediatric ENT care and microsurgery for ear diseases. He treats complex conditions like larynx and tongue cancers.

• Completed endoscopic sinus surgery training at Köln University and Brussels Free University.
• Performs rhinoplasty and endoscopic procedures for sinus and nasal illnesses.
• Served as the head of the ENT department at Namik Kemal University.
• Works at a center with high success rates in cochlear implants and rhinoplasty.

Dr Shruti Kate was a consultant at the legendary Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier high-volume cancer research and treatment facility.

• Treats advanced skin cancer cases using immunotherapy and metronomic protocols
• Specialises in managing complex solid tumours and paediatric malignancies
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Recipient of the World Conference on Lung Cancer travel award for her research
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Dr Shaunak Valame leads medical oncology initiatives at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre, specialising in targeted therapies and molecular-based cancer care.

• Trained at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, a flagship facility in New Delhi
• Practises at the JCI-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre
• Presented stomach cancer research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium
• Develops personalised treatment plans using targeted drugs to attack cancer cells
• Focuses on molecular medicine to improve outcomes for advanced-stage patients

Professor Nagarkar has performed more than 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital before earning his fellowship in the United Kingdom.

• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
• Expertise in thoracic surgical oncology for complex tumour removals
• Investigator for over 200 clinical trials for new cancer therapies
• Professor for breast surgery at the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
• Focuses on surgical outcomes that improve long-term quality of life

Sang Eun Lee is a specialist medical oncologist at Severance Hospital, one of South Korea's most highly regarded medical institutions.

• Focuses on medical oncology within a JCI-accredited academic health centre
• Part of a multidisciplinary team at the Severance Cancer Hospital
• Works in a major university-affiliated programme that leads regional clinical research

Professor Mi Ryung Roh is a high-volume skin cancer specialist based at Severance Hospital – one of South Korea's most prestigious medical centres.

• Specialises in surgical management of melanoma and other skin tumours
• Member of the Korean Dermatological Association
• Provides senior expertise within the Severance Hospital skin cancer team