Biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 11

Dr. Hasan Mutlu is a medical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in immunotherapy, targeted cancer therapies, and genetic research in cancer treatment. Dr. Mutlu received his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He holds the title of Professor of Medicine. Dr. Mutlu focuses on organ tumor diagnosis and chemotherapy.

• Specializes in both medical and pediatric oncology cases.
• Treats complex conditions including neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs biological therapies and stays active in next-generation genetic research.
• Works at the Mediterranean region’s largest private hospital with PET-CT and LINAC technology.

Op. Dr. Kevser Arkan, MD, is a gynecologic oncology surgery subspecialist (OB/GYN) at OPTIMED Health Group in Çorlu and Çerkezköy. She has worked there since 2026. She provides care in English and Turkish.

Her clinical focus is the surgical management of ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers. She performs complex pelvic procedures, including radical hysterectomy, lymphadenectomy with sentinel lymph node mapping, and tumor debulking. She offers minimally invasive surgery, including vNOTES (scarless/izsiz laparoskopi), laparoscopy, laparotomy, and hysteroscopy. She also performs urogynecologic reconstruction, including sacrocolpopexy. She manages high‑risk obstetrics.

Credentials: MD, Gaziantep University (2016). OB/GYN residency, Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (2016–2021). Gynecologic Oncology Surgery fellowship, Diyarbakır Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025). Experience: Diyarbakır Maternity & Children’s Hospital, Gynecologic Oncology Clinic (2022–2025). Adıyaman Kahta State Hospital (2021–2022). Giresun Alucra TSM (2016).

Academic work: In 2025, she published peer‑reviewed studies on sentinel node mapping in vNOTES endometrial cancer staging and on outcomes of vNOTES versus laparoscopy. She also reported on pelvic organ prolapse and sexual function, GTN folate regimens, and vNOTES‑assisted sacrocolpopexy. Her articles appeared in journals such as BMC Surgery, Scientific Reports, Journal of Clinical Medicine, and Ginekologia Polska.

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, 2022

Certifications

Certification of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine from The American Board of Antiaging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM)

Certification of Nutritional Wellness from The American

Naturopathic Certification Board (ANCB)

Clinical Focus

General disease diagnosis and treatment, as well as wellness care

Languages spoken: Thai and English

Dr. Meryem Eken is a professor and head of the IVF Unit at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital. She focuses on infertility, including natural-cycle IVF and intrauterine insemination. She is a winner of the Turkish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics First Prize. Dr. Eken previously led the IVF Unit at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

• Authored over 30 peer-reviewed international articles on reproductive health.
• Performs minimally invasive myomectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like endometriosis and recurrent pregnancy loss.
• Uses PRP therapy for ovarian and uterine rejuvenation.

Dr. Seymur Aslanov is a gastroenterologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He completed his subspecialty training at Ege University. Dr. Aslanov treats inflammatory bowel diseases, liver disorders, and digestive system cancers. He is a member of the Izmir Medical Chamber.

• Performs ERCP and endoscopic procedures to treat biliary tract diseases.
• Treats Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis using stem cell therapy.
• Surgical expertise includes endoscopic polypectomy and stenting for gastrointestinal stenosis.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital with ISO and TEMOS quality certifications.

Dr. Omer Burcak Binicier is a gastroenterologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Izmir. He focuses on early-stage gastrointestinal cancers and inflammatory bowel diseases. Dr. Binicier completed international training at the Korea University Faculty of Medicine. He treats complex liver, pancreatic, and digestive system disorders using manual and robotic-assisted techniques.

• Performs therapeutic endoscopy including EMR, ESD, and ERCP.
• Provides minimally invasive obesity treatments like intragastric balloons.
• Expert in endoscopic ultrasound for precise digestive tract imaging.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medicalpoint International Hospital.

Dr. Selin Kapan is a general surgery professor at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She specializes in gastrointestinal surgery and laparoscopic hernia repair. Dr. Kapan has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in international medical journals. Her research focuses on perianal fistulas and hepatic hydatid disease.

• Performs bariatric procedures including gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries.
• Expert in hernia repair using laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
• Treats complex conditions like salivary gland tumors and pilonidal disease.
• Is a member of the Turkish Surgical Association and the Hernia Society.

Dr. Zuhal Cakmak Peksen is a family medicine specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She has treated patients across eight different medical institutions since starting her career. Dr. Peksen focuses on medical check-ups and diagnostic screenings for adults and children. She is currently pursuing a degree in health management to support clinical leadership.

• Specializes in male, female, and pediatric check-up programs.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and biopsies.
• Conducts screenings for tumor markers and oncological health assessments.
• Practices at a university hospital featuring 33 specialized medical departments.

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic tumors. He serves as a professor at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Cicin previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force.

• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including gynecologic, orthopedic, and neuro-oncology cases.
• Expert in HIPEC and chemoembolization for liver and abdominal malignancies.
• Works at a 300-bed university hospital with 33 medical departments.

Dr. Ercan Ozden is a medical oncologist and internal medicine specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik. He provides treatment for a wide range of cancers, including breast, lung, and colon cancer. Dr. Ozden trained at Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He later completed a medical oncology subspecialty at Kocaeli University.

• Specializes in immunotherapy, target therapy, and chemotherapy for complex cases.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul.
• Performs staging and biopsies for liver, lung, and pancreatic tumors.
• Provides targeted immunotherapy using medications like Keytruda.

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating colon, breast, gastric, and lung cancers. He previously served as the Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital. Dr. Atci is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Author of 19 peer-reviewed papers on gastrointestinal, thoracic, and endocrine cancers.
• Published studies on survival outcomes for stage IIB colon cancer in the Journal of Chemotherapy.
• Researches prognostic biomarkers using PET/CT scans and metabolic tumor volume.
• Treats complex oncological cases at the university-affiliated İstinye University clinic.

Dr. Özkan Onuk is a urology surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted urological surgeries. Dr. Onuk holds the title of Associate Professor from Yeni Yüzyıl University. He treats complex conditions like prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, and urinary incontinence.

• Published 25+ academic articles in international refereed medical journals.
• Performs specialized procedures including transurethral resection and flexible ureteroscopy.
• Expert in treats pediatric urological conditions and male reproductive issues.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited university hospital in Turkey.