Best Immunotherapy Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Bulent Karagoz has authored over 40 scientific publications focused on immunotherapy and tumour biology at the Johns Hopkins-affiliated Anadolu Medical Center.

• Specialises in using immunotherapy and targeted drugs for complex solid tumours and blood cancers
• Former Head of Internal Diseases and Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okan University
• Treats advanced stage 4 cancers including lung, liver, and colon malignancies
• Deep background in clinical ethics, serving as Head of the Medical Ethics Committee
• Member of the European Head and Neck Society and Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Dr. Zafer Gulbas founded and directs Turkey’s largest Bone Marrow Transplant Center at Anadolu Medical Center. He is a hematologist-oncologist specializing in complex blood cancers and clotting disorders. Dr. Gulbas trained at top global institutions, including MD Anderson and Fred Hutchinson in the USA. He performs autologous and allogeneic transplants for leukemia, lymphoma, and aplastic anemia.

• Achieved an 81% success rate for autologous bone marrow transplants.
• Supervised over 3,000 successful transplant procedures since 2010.
• Authored over 260 scientific publications with 5,000+ citations in hematology.
• Member of the European Hematology Association and American Hematology Association.

Professor Eda Tanrikulu ranked third in Turkey's national medical oncology specialty exam and leads international clinical trials for immunotherapy and targeted treatments.

• Completed advanced training in lung cancer at The Christie in Manchester and melanoma in Germany
• Specialises in matching immunotherapy protocols to a tumour's unique genetic profile
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the European Society of Medical Oncology

Professor Mustafa Solak gained international expertise at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – consistently ranked as the top cancer hospital globally.

• Completed an advanced fellowship at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Specialises in immunotherapy with Keytruda for advanced malignancies and solid tumours
• Co-ordinates systemic treatment for complex lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Expertise includes targeted therapy and hormone therapy for metastatic cases
• Previously served at major Turkish clinical centres including Medical Park and Hitit University

Dr. Bee Thamonwan is an aesthetic and regenerative medicine specialist at Plenary Wellness in Phuket. She focus on natural rejuvenation using stem cells and collagen-boosting biostimulators. Dr. Thamonwan earned her medical degree from the Medical University of Lublin in Poland. She speaks Thai, English, and Chinese fluently.

• Performs advanced stem cell therapy to regenerate skin and support anti-aging from within.
• Specializes in Sculptra and biostimulator injectables for gradual, natural facial volume renewal.
• Provides PRP hair therapy and mesotherapy microinjections for restorative scalp health.
• Collaborates with Prince of Songkla University on wellness research and innovation.

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

Professor Sezer Sağlam is an accomplished oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital who has held a professorship in medical oncology since 2016.

• Specialises in gastrointestinal oncology at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Maintains active membership in the European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society (ENETS)
• Holds a medical oncology fellowship from Istanbul University Medical Faculty
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Professor Sinan Karaaslan specialises in systematic immunotherapy and targeted treatments at Anadolu Medical Center, an affiliate of the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Manages complex stage 4 lung and colon cancer cases using modern biological therapies
• Focuses on urogenital and colorectal malignancies utilizing evidence-based protocols
• Former oncology expert at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Specialises in rare conditions including Ewing's sarcoma and pancreatic tumours
• Active member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society