Immunotherapy for lung cancer Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Atakan Topcu is a leading medical oncologist who combines targeted immunotherapy with a specialised focus on lung cancer patient recovery and well-being.

• Serves on the editorial board of BMC Cancer, a prestigious international peer-reviewed medical journal
• Specialises in managing immunotherapy side effects and cancer-related malnutrition in lung cancer cases
• Completed a clinical observership at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom
• Published over 50 scientific articles focusing on solid tumours and immunotherapy outcomes
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

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.

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.

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.

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
• Completed advanced surgical training at the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
• Managed more than 200 clinical trials focusing on emerging cancer therapies
• Specialises in thoracic oncology with a focus on lung and breast cancers
• Serves as a Professor for the Delhi National Board of Examinations

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

• Presented research on gastrointestinal cancer at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco
• Completed specialist medical oncology training at the prestigious Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi
• Served as a senior resident and registrar in dedicated cancer research and treatment centres
• Experienced in administering the latest targeted therapies and immunotherapy protocols
• Regularly lectures for international oncology programmes on emerging cancer treatments

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.

Associate Professor Abdullah Sakin is a leading medical oncologist who served as the Head of the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University.

• Specialises in managing complex lung cancer cases using modern immunotherapy protocols
• Served as an Education Officer at the prestigious Prof Dr Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• Fellowship trained in medical oncology at the Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes combining targeted therapies with internal medicine for holistic patient care
• Board-certified specialist in both internal medicine and medical oncology

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. 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.

Dr Shruti Kate is a lung cancer authority who received the prestigious travel award at the World Conference on Lung Cancer in Toronto.

• Serves as Head of Medical Oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre
• Trained as a consultant at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer treatment and research facility
• Active member of the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
• Uses specific immunotherapy protocols to treat aggressive and advanced-stage lung tumours
• Member of the Immuno-Oncology Society (IOS) focusing on immune-system activation

Dr. Alandag Celal is a clinical oncologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital in Turkey. He performs medicinal therapies for malignancies, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Dr. Celal treats conditions ranging from lung and breast cancer to sarcomas. He works at a hospital that treats over 113,000 patients every year.

• Expertise includes hormone therapy and chemotherapy for kidney and testicular cancers.
• Treats gastrointestinal malignancies like pancreatic, stomach, and colon cancers.
• Manages immunotherapy protocols for lung and prostate cancer.
• Treats neurological tumors, including glioblastoma and medulloblastoma.