Lung cancer surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Yildiray Bekar is a distinguished thoracic surgeon at Medical Park Bahcelievler who specialised at the renowned Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Centre.

• Focuses on surgical diagnosis and management of complex lung tumours
• Performs specialised surgery for bronchiectasis and diaphragm diseases
• Active member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society and Turkish Thoracic Society
• Expert in surgical management of pleural effusion and hydatid cysts
• Contributes to clinical advancements through memberships in pathology and surgery societies

Professor Choi Yong Soo is a dedicated thoracic surgeon at Samsung Medical Center – a top-tier hospital in South Korea for complex respiratory cases.

• Specialises in surgical interventions for lung and oesophageal cancers
• Operates at a facility ranked among the best globally for oncology
• Focuses on precision-based thoracic operations for malignant tumours
• Expert in managing both early-stage and advanced lung cancer surgeries

Dr. Sinem Iliaz is a pulmonologist at Biruni University Hospital in Istanbul. She is a member of the European Respiratory Society. Dr. Iliaz treats lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, and sleep apnea. She won third prize in the ERS Respiratory Championship as part of the Turkey team.

• Earned multiple research awards from the Turkish Thoracic Society.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary embolism and COPD.
• Performs lung cancer surgery and pneumonectomy procedures.
• Works at Biruni University Hospital, a TEMOS-accredited medical facility.

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 is a highly specialized pulmonologist with extensive expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex respiratory conditions. Clinical focus areas include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, interstitial lung diseases, sarcoidosis, pulmonary hypertension, and lung cancer. The doctor is proficient in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, and pleural fluid drainage.

Furthermore, the doctor provides comprehensive care for patients requiring intensive care monitoring, noninvasive and invasive mechanical ventilation, and pulmonary rehabilitation. Additional clinical competencies include the management of sleep apnea syndrome, pulmonary embolism, and specialized tobacco addiction treatment programs.