Sarcoma Immunotherapy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Apak led the Paediatric Hematology-Oncology Division at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa for over two decades. He currently serves as the Head of the Department of Paediatrics at Biruni University Hospital.

• Specialises in CAR T-cell therapy and advanced chemotherapy protocols
• Author of 75 international publications regarding paediatric blood disorders and tumours
• Former Board Member of the Turkish Paediatric Society
• Served as Associate Editor for the Turkish Archives of Paediatrics
• Focuses on bone marrow transplantation for complex childhood cases

Dr. Omer Dogru is a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation and childhood cancer treatments. Dr. Dogru is an active member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) society.

• Performs autologous, allogenic, and haploidentical stem cell transplantations for children.
• Treats childhood solid tumors including neuroblastoma, Ewing's sarcoma, and Wilms tumor.
• Served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Marmara University.
• Practices at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited facility in Turkey.

Associate Professor Ayse Irem Yasin is a highly qualified medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with specialised clinical interest in soft tissue sarcomas.

• Holds the ESMO Board Certificate from Paris, meeting rigorous European standards for oncology care
• Completed international clinical observerships at Cleveland Clinic and Harvard Medical School
• Specialises in managing complex malignancies including sarcomas and rare Merkel cell carcinomas
• Dual-trained in internal medicine and medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Treats patients at a major JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a dual-certified specialist in both medical oncology and immunology, making him highly qualified for immunotherapy treatments. He currently leads advanced cancer care at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital.

• Holds ESMO Board Certification in Medical Oncology, a globally recognised mark of excellence
• Specialises in managing complex sarcomatous tumours, including Ewing's sarcoma and osteosarcoma
• Subinvestigator for major international clinical trials involving Pembrolizumab and Atezolizumab
• Published extensive research on salvage therapies for heavily pretreated metastatic sarcoma patients
• Expertise in managing drug hypersensitivity through specialised oncology desensitisation protocols

Dr Shaunak Valame presented his research on gastrointestinal pathology at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and the molecular basis of cancer
• Completed medical oncology training at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Served as a lecturer for the International Winter School of Oncology programme
• Focuses on precision medicine for complex solid tumours and sarcomas
• Expert in applying molecular research to individual treatment protocols

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.

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.

Professor Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital before earning status with the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

• Involved in 200 plus clinical trials across phase 1 to 3 oncology research
• DNB Superspecialty Professor training the next generation of surgical oncologists
• Specialises in complex thoracic cases and advanced surgical oncology
• Research focus includes innovative investigator-initiated trials for difficult tumours
• Works within a high-volume centre known for integrating systemic therapies with surgery

Dr. Girish Badarkhe is a hematology-oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in leukemia, multiple myeloma, and bone marrow transplants. Dr. Badarkhe treats both adults and children with complex blood disorders. He holds a DM in Clinical Hematology from Medical College, Calcutta.

• Performs allogenic and haploidentical bone marrow transplant procedures.
• Treats blood cancers including lymphoma and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
• Completed medical training at Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital.
• Works at Maharashtra's first NABH-accredited cancer hospital.

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 Medical Oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre and previously practiced at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for managing advanced and aggressive solid tumours
• Active member of the Immuno-Oncology Society (IOS) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology
• Experienced in treating complex cases across paediatric and adult oncology populations
• Only Indian doctor to receive the travel award at the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Trained in Medical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer research institution

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.

Sridhar P.S. is a specialist radiation oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre who integrates advanced radiotherapy with modern immunotherapy protocols.

• Holds a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy from the National Board of Examination
• Focuses on neuro-oncology and complex tumour management
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology
• Trained at Banaras Hindu University – one of India's most prestigious medical institutions
• Active member of the Association of Radiation Oncology of India