Sigmoid adenocarcinoma Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is an ESMO board-certified medical oncologist specialising in advanced gastrointestinal cancers at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital.

• Specialises in combining targeted therapies with systemic chemotherapy for colorectal and sigmoid tumours
• Served as a sub-investigator for international clinical trials with major pharmaceutical leaders like Roche and Amgen
• Research focuses on the efficacy of third-line treatments for metastatic colorectal cancer cases
• Uses peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) – targeted radiation that attacks cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue
• Board certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) in Paris

The doctor completed specialization training in Radiation Oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, the doctor completed an undergraduate degree in Medicine, taught in English, at the same institution from 2004 to 2011. The doctor has a strong foundation in medical education, beginning with high school education at Sixteen Numbered Shirvan School in Azerbaijan from 1998 to 2004.

The doctor graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University in 1996, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University in 2002. Further enhancing expertise, the doctor earned a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy in 2004.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, the Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing the field of oncology.

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.

Dr Shruti Kate treated patients at the world-renowned Tata Memorial Hospital before joining the specialist team at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in medical oncology for solid tumours and complex gastrointestinal cases
• Focuses on immunotherapy – using the body's immune system to target cancer
• Uses metronomic therapy – low-dose frequent chemotherapy to manage advanced-stage cases
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Recipient of the International World Conference on Lung Cancer travel award

Professor Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and holds a prestigious fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

• Trained in surgical oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital – a premier global cancer institute
• Expert in robotic and minimally invasive surgery for gastrointestinal cancers like sigmoid adenocarcinoma
• Professor of Surgical Oncology for the National Board of Examinations
• Oversees over 200 clinical trials investigating the latest cancer treatment protocols
• Focuses on curative surgery while maintaining a high quality of life post-treatment

Sarat Chandra P is a dedicated medical oncologist at Manipal Hospitals, focusing on personalised treatment plans for gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Coordinates multidisciplinary care for bowel and sigmoid cancer cases
• Develops chemotherapy and targeted therapy protocols for abdominal tumours
• Focuses on managing outcomes for patients with colorectal adenocarcinoma