Chemotherapy for Brain Tumor Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Irfan Cicin is a senior medical oncologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı with high-level academic expertise in tumour management.

• Coordinates medical oncology at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Professor of Medical Oncology – trains upcoming specialists in the field
• Fellowship-trained specialist from Istanbul University – Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on systemic treatments for complex solid tumours
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Society

Associate Professor Muhammed Mustafa Atci is a highly regarded medical oncologist who serves as the Education Coordinator for oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Specialises in precise chemotherapy protocols for complex tumours within the central nervous system
• Maintains active membership with the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Published research in major peer-reviewed journals on personalised cancer drug efficacy
• Coordinates medical oncology training programmes, ensuring he stays at the forefront of emerging cancer therapies

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 Atakan Topcu is an expert medical oncologist who specialises in targeted therapies and immunotherapy at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital.

• Completed a clinical observership at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom
• Holds an editorial board position at BMC Cancer, an influential international medical journal
• Published over 50 scientific articles on advanced oncology treatments and patient prognosis
• Active member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Focuses on managing cancer-related malnutrition and supportive care for complex cases

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is an ESMO board-certified medical oncologist specialising in advanced chemotherapy protocols and neuroendocrine cases.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology – a prestigious European recognition of clinical excellence
• Extensive research background in temozolomide therapy for neuroendocrine tumours and metastatic sarcomas
• Served as a sub-investigator in major international clinical trials for targeted therapies and immunotherapies
• Former Medical Oncology Fellow at the Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Associate Professor at Medipol University with numerous peer-reviewed publications on tumour progression and survival factors

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.

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 is a dedicated medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with intensive training from the prestigious Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi.

• Specialises in targeted therapies and the molecular basis of various tumours
• Presented stomach cancer research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco
• Delivered expert lectures for the International Winter School of Oncology programme
• Holds a Diplomate of National Board in Medical Oncology
• Focuses on precision medicine to improve patient outcomes in complex oncology cases

Professor Sridhar P.S. is a recognised neuro-oncology specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with over two decades of experience in the field. He holds several prestigious certifications, including a Diplomate of the National Board in radiotherapy.

• Active member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology, focusing on brain tumour therapy
• Specialises in precise radiotherapy and chemotherapy combinations
• Fellow of the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology
• Consults at one of India's leading oncology centres for complex cases
• Member of the Association of Radiation Oncology of India

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 Shruti Kate is the Head of Medical Oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre and previously served as a consultant at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in precise chemotherapy protocols for solid tumours and paediatric oncology
• Expert in using immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for advanced-stage cases
• Solo Indian recipient of the prestigious travel award at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Trained at Maulana Azad Medical College and Tata Memorial Hospital

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.