Prostate Cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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 department at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in systemic therapies for advanced-stage prostate cancer cases
• Oversees medical oncology education and training for specialist doctors
• Expert in managing internal medicine complications during cancer treatment
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and ESMO

Dr Sinan Karaaslan has performed over 900 procedures and serves as a senior medical oncologist at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in urogenital cancers, managing complex prostate cases with tailored chemotherapy and hormone protocols
• Combines surgical insights with radiation therapy to create multi-stage treatment plans
• Expertise in medical oncology verified by the Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Society and the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Serkan Keskin is a pioneer in genetic mapping, using NGS analysis of over 600 genes to create highly personalised prostate cancer treatment plans.

• Ranked first in Turkey in the Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
• Expert in immunotherapy and targeted therapy using latest international protocols
• Has managed over 900 complex oncology cases at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published more than 50 international papers with 1,100+ academic citations

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specialising in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for advanced prostate cancer cases.

• Focuses on precision medicine – uses genetic profiling to select drugs that target specific cancer mutations
• Expert in immunotherapy – treatments that help the immune system recognise and destroy cancer cells
• Holds an ESMO attestation certificate from the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Published 80+ international research papers and co-authored medical textbooks on advanced oncology care
• Completed specialized training at the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in London

Dr Rahib Hasanov is a medical oncology specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who focuses on urogenital tumours and personalised treatment plans.

• Provides targeted therapies and smart drugs for prostate cancer cases
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Completed a fellowship at Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas
• Uses immunotherapies to stimulate the immune system against cancer
• Specialises in urogenital system tumours including kidney and prostate

The doctor is a highly accomplished general surgeon with 41 years of experience, specializing in oncological surgeries. Expertise includes treating colon cancer, thyroid cancer, obesity, diseases of the parathyroid gland, and toxic goiter. Proficient in procedures such as thyroidectomy, hernia surgery, hemorrhoid band surgery, colonoscopy, single hole cholecystectomy, and laparoscopy.

He has contributed significantly to scientific research with approximately 200 published articles and has authored four books. The doctor completed his specialization and undergraduate degree at Hacettepe University in 1980.

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

Professor Sezer Saglam has performed over 900 oncology treatments and holds a prestigious 2024 nomination for the International Best Researcher Award.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and precision medicine for advanced prostate cancer
• Uses PSMA PET scans to accurately map cancer spread and tailor treatment plans
• Leads clinical trials focused on emerging therapies and personalised oncology protocols
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Fellowship trained in medical oncology at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute

The doctor is a renowned neurosurgeon with over 31 years of experience. Specializing in the treatment of glioma, epilepsy, movement disorders, skull injuries, nervous disorders, spine tumors, herniation, and other brain and spine problems, the doctor has made significant contributions to the field.

With 117 scientific papers published, the doctor is also a co-author of the book 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery', reflecting a deep commitment to advancing neurosurgical knowledge and practice.

The doctor is a seasoned medical oncologist with extensive experience in several prestigious hospitals in Turkey, including Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital since 2019. With a medical degree from Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, the doctor completed an internal medicine residency at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital and a medical oncology residency at Istanbul Bilim University. Achieving Associate Professorship in 2016, the doctor has authored over 20 papers and 10 book chapters in the field of medical oncology.

Recognized with the Oncology Research Award by the Turkish Medical Oncology Association in 2012, the doctor is an active member of multiple professional societies, including the European Society for Medical Oncology.

Dr. Mehmet Doğu Canoğlu is a radiation oncologist. He graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Kocaeli University from 2006 to 2012.

He completed his compulsory service at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital. He then worked at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital and at Medipol Mega University Hospital from 2015 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center.