Chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Associate Professor Muhammed Mustafa Atci is a leading medical oncologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital, specialising in the research and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.

• Published extensive research on survival factors for pancreatic cancer, including metabolic biomarkers and tumour location
• Serves as the Education Coordinator for medical oncology, training the next generation of cancer specialists
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2018
• Expertise includes evaluating the impact of secondary conditions like diabetes on pancreatic cancer outcomes

Professor Ozden is a medical oncology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who completed the prestigious English Medical Programme at Istanbul University.

• Completed his subspecialty in medical oncology at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in managing complex chemotherapy protocols for gastrointestinal malignancies
• Specialises in internal medicine and oncology to manage treatment side effects
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for high clinical standards

Associate Professor Ayse Irem Yasin is a European-certified medical oncologist specialising in gastrointestinal malignancies, including complex cases of pancreatic cancer.

• Holds the prestigious ESMO Board Certificate from Paris
• Gained international expertise at the Cleveland Clinic and Harvard Medical School
• Specialised in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Focuses on gastrointestinal adenocarcinomas and advanced drug therapies
• Practises at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a background in clinical research at the University of Leicester.

• Specialises in managing cancer-related malnutrition and cachexia to support patient strength during treatment
• Focuses on targeted therapies and immunotherapy for gastrointestinal and solid tumours
• Serves on the editorial board for BMC Cancer, a major international medical journal
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Published over 50 scientific articles on oncology and geriatric patient care

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a board-certified medical oncologist who has served as a sub-investigator for major international clinical trials with Pfizer and Roche.

• Specialised in gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancer research, including studies on chemotherapy-induced complications
• Holds prestigious European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) board certification
• Completed advanced oncology fellowships at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Published extensive research on the efficacy of various chemotherapy regimens for pancreatic and gastric cancers
• Current Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is the former Head of Medical Oncology at Yuzuncu Yil University and now leads complex cancer cases at Medipol Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specialises in internal medicine and medical oncology with a focus on gastrointestinal cancers
• Serves as an Education Officer for medical oncology – training the next generation of specialists
• Published researcher in oncology focusing on improving treatment protocols and outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

Dr. Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in breast and thoracic surgical oncology. Dr. Nagarkar trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. He is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.

• Participated as a lead investigator in more than 200 clinical trials.
• Serves as a professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology.
• Expert in complex procedures including mastectomy and thoracic resections.
• Founder of Curie Manavata Cancer Centre, a major regional treatment hub.

Dr Shaunak Valame presented his stomach cancer research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco. He practices at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and molecular basis of cancer
• Completed medical oncology training at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Lectured at the International Winter School of Oncology programme at AIIMS
• Focuses on precision medicine for gastrointestinal malignancies
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Dr. Lalit Banswal is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He has successfully performed more than 10,000 major surgeries. Dr. Banswal focuses on gastrointestinal cancer and robotic surgical techniques. He completed a two-year fellowship at the Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata.

• Specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including laparoscopy and thoracoscopy.
• Performs robotic cancer surgeries and advanced endoscopic procedures.
• Served as a former assistant professor at the State Cancer Institute.
• Acts as a co-principal investigator for original clinical research projects.
• Treats complex esophageal, stomach, colon, and rectal cancers.

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in oral cancer treatment with a focus on organ preservation. Dr. Shaikh completed fellowship training in head and neck surgical oncology at the same center. He is proficient in performing major maxillofacial and head and neck surgeries.

• Expert in functional rehabilitation for patients recovering from oral cancer.
• Active researcher with multiple publications in various medical journals.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients yearly.
• Treats complex conditions including tongue, thyroid, and tonsil cancers.

Dr Shruti Kate serves as the Head of Department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre after refining her expertise at the world-renowned Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in multi-modal care using immunotherapy and metronomic low-dose chemotherapy protocols
• Expertise includes the complex Whipple procedure for pancreatic and digestive tract malignancies
• Solo recipient of the prestigious Indian travel award at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and European Society for Medical Oncology
• Active researcher in managing aggressive solid tumours and advanced-stage cancers

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.

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.