Immunotherapy for breast cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is a leading medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital with a strong focus on immunotherapy and targeted treatments for solid tumours.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals on oncology and patient outcomes
• Serves on the editorial board for BMC Cancer, a major international medical journal
• Researches neoadjuvant chemotherapy responses specifically in breast cancer cases
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Completed a clinical observership at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom

Associate Professor Ayse Irem Yasin is a certified European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) specialist with international training in advanced breast cancer care.

• Completed a dedicated observership at the Breast Cancer Unit in Novara, Italy
• Earned the prestigious ESMO Board Certificate in Paris
• Trained at world-leading institutions including Cleveland Clinic and Harvard Medical School
• Specialises in managing complex breast and urological malignancies
• Practises at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul

Associate Professor Nail Paksoy is a dual-qualified expert in both Immunotherapy and Medical Oncology, holding European Board Certification from ESMO.

• Specialised fellowship training in Allergy and Immunology alongside Medical Oncology
• Served as a sub-investigator on major ROCHE and AstraZeneca international clinical trials for breast cancer
• Extensively published on HER2-positive breast cancer outcomes and immunotherapy response
• Expertise in managing complex systemic treatments and drug hypersensitivity desensitisation

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.

The doctor graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University in 1996, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University in 2002. Further enhancing expertise, the doctor earned a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy in 2004.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, the Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing the field of oncology.

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin led the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine as a senior specialist and educator.

• Specialises in immunotherapy protocols and internal medicine for complex oncology cases
• Former Education Officer at Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital training new oncologists
• Conducted advanced medical oncology research at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on targeted systemic therapies and evidence-based medicine at Medipol Bahçelievler

Dr. Muhammed Gomec is a general surgeon at Medicana Sivas Hospital in Turkey. He performs gastrointestinal and colorectal surgeries for cancerous and non-cancerous conditions. Dr. Gomec also performs weight loss procedures, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgery.

He performs abdominal interventions such as liver resection and colectomy. He treats oncological cases, including stomach, pancreatic, and colon cancers. Dr. Gomec works at a hospital that serves over 110,000 patients annually.

Professor Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads clinical research as the Chairperson of HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Trained in surgical oncology at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCS)
• Principal investigator for over 200 clinical trials involving immunotherapy and targeted drugs
• Serves as a Professor of Breast Surgery at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
• Specialises in complex breast and thoracic oncology cases

Dr Shaunak Valame focuses on the molecular basis of cancer and specialises in targeted therapies at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Completed specialist oncology training at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Presented original cancer research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco
• Experienced in molecular diagnostics to identify the best targeted treatment for individual patients
• Served as a registrar at the Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital and Research Centre
• Lectured at the International Winter School of Oncology programme at AIIMS

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.