Chemotherapy for stomach 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 complex drug therapies for gastrointestinal malignancies at İstinye University Liv Hospital.

• Holds the highest academic rank of Professor of Medical Oncology
• Completed specialist fellowship training focused on systemic cancer therapies
• Practises at the JCI-accredited İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
• Specialises in internal medicine and medical oncology protocols
• Contributes to clinical research at one of Turkey's major university hospitals

Associate Professor Muhammed Mustafa Atci is a clinical expert in gastrointestinal oncology at the JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Topkapi.

• Specialises in chemotherapy for gastric adenocarcinoma and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma
• Researches the prognostic value of lymph node ratios in gastric cancer cases
• Studies microsatellite instability to predict outcomes for stage II and III patients
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2018
• Serves as a Medical Oncology Education Coordinator training next-generation specialists

Professor Ercan Ozden is a medical oncology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

• Subspecialised in medical oncology at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed his residency in internal medicine at Cerrahpaşa Faculty – renowned for its English medical programme
• Focuses on systemic treatments for gastrointestinal cancers
• Extensive academic background in diagnosing and treating complex oncological cases
• Practises at VM Medical Park – a JCI-accredited facility known for clinical excellence

Professor Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a dual-certified specialist in internal medicine and medical oncology at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Trained at Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine in both general and oncological medicine
• Focuses on systemic treatments for gastrointestinal cancers
• Member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Served at major public research centres and university hospitals in Turkey
• Specialises in coordinating complex chemotherapy protocols for stomach cancer cases

Associate Professor Hasan Mutlu leads medical oncology at Medical Park Antalya, specialising in personalised chemotherapy and next-generation genetic research for organ tumours.

• Trained in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology at Akdeniz University
• Expert in combining traditional chemotherapy with targeted cancer therapies
• Specialises in immunotherapy and advanced genetic research for tailored treatment
• Focuses on integrating complementary medicine into standard oncology care
• Recognised Associate Professor with extensive hospital-based clinical training

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 Ayşe İrem Yasin is a European-certified medical oncologist specialising in gastrointestinal cancers, including complex stomach adenocarcinomas. She holds a prestigious ESMO Board Certificate from Paris, marking her as a leading expert in international chemotherapy protocols.

• Completed clinical observerships at world-class institutions including Harvard Medical School and Cleveland Clinic
• Specialises in treating gastrointestinal malignancies and stomach adenocarcinomas
• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Practises at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a board-certified medical oncologist with a strong focus on advanced gastrointestinal cancers. He currently leads oncology services at Medipol Bahcelievler Private Hospital.

• Holds ESMO Board Certification in Medical Oncology, an internationally recognised standard of excellence
• Specialises in the FLOT regimen, a specific chemotherapy protocol for stomach cancer cases
• Served as a sub-investigator for major international clinical trials with ROCHE and Pfizer
• Specialised in manageing chemotherapy-induced side effects for gastrointestinal cancer patients
• Member of the Turkish Oncology Group and extensively published in international medical journals

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. 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.

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.