Chemotherapy for prostate cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Irfan Cicin is a senior medical oncologist who leads the oncology department at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. He specialises in creating tailored chemotherapy protocols for complex urological malignancies at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Holds a full professorship at Trakya University training future oncology specialists
• Managed high-volume cases at major Turkish training and research hospitals
• Completed a dedicated fellowship in medical oncology for targeted cancer care
• Fellow of the Department of Medical Oncology at Trakya University

Uzm. Dr. Erkan Göcen is a Radiation Oncology Specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital (Optimed Health Group). He graduated from İstanbul University, İstanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) in 2003.

Career: He trained and practiced in Radiation Oncology from 2010 to 2012. He worked in public and private health institutions from 2012 to 2016. He served in the private medical sector as a Radiation Oncology Specialist from 2016 to 2023. He has been at Optimed Hospital since 2024.

Clinical interests: cancers of the brain, head and neck, esophagus, stomach, colorectal, pancreas, prostate, bladder, lung, soft tissues (sarcomas), skin, uterus and cervix, and breast. Affiliations: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and Tekirdağ Medical Chamber. Languages: English and Turkish.

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is an ESMO board-certified medical oncologist specialising in advanced prostate cancer treatments and systemic therapies.

• Published research on PSMA-based tumour burden to improve prostate cancer monitoring
• Completed a medical oncology fellowship at the prestigious Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Subinvestigator for numerous international clinical trials involving immunotherapies and targeted agents
• Recognised as an ESMO Board Certified specialist in Medical Oncology after qualifying in Paris

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital who specialises in treating solid tumours with immunotherapy and targeted therapies.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Editorial Board Member for the reputable BMC Cancer journal
• Focuses on geriatric oncology and managing cancer-related malnutrition and sarcopenia
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Completed a clinical observership at the University of Leicester in the UK

Associate Professor Ayse Irem Yasin is a highly qualified medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with international training from Harvard Medical School and Cleveland Clinic.

• Holds a prestigious ESMO Board Certificate from Paris
• Specialises in urological cancers including complex prostate cases
• Completed a clinical observership at Basel University Hospital in Switzerland
• Formerly a specialist at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on targeted systemic therapies and personalised chemotherapy protocols

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.

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 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 Shaunak Valame focuses on targeted therapies and molecular oncology at the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He presented his clinical research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco.

• Trained in medical oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Specialises in precise targeted treatments tailored to the molecular makeup of tumours
• Delivered specialist lectures for the International Winter School of Oncology programme
• Member of the National Board of Examinations in Medical Oncology

Dr Shruti Kate serves as the Head of Medical Oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre and previously held a consultancy post at Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in genitourinary cancers involving the prostate and bladder
• Uses immunotherapy and metronomic therapy to manage aggressive cancer stages
• Awarded a prestigious international travel grant from the IASLC in Toronto
• Maintains memberships with the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Full member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

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.

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a leading medical oncologist who formerly served as the Head of the Medical Oncology Department at Yuzuncu Yıl University Faculty of Medicine.

• Specialises in managing complex chemotherapy protocols at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital
• Held the role of Education Officer at the prestigious Prof Dr Cemil Tascioglu City Hospital
• Fellowship trained in medical oncology at the Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise covers both internal medicine and specialised oncological systemic therapies

Professor Sridhar P.S. is a leading specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with double certifications in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University and the National Board Of Examination.

• Specialises in precise treatment planning for complex prostate cancer cases
• Member of the Association of Radiation Oncology of India
• Active member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology contributing to multi-disciplinary care
• Collaborates with the Bangalore Oncology Group on evidence-based treatment protocols
• Expertise includes hyperthermia oncology as a supplementary treatment method

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.