Pneumonectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Dilaver Tas is a Professor of Pulmonary Diseases at Başkent University Istanbul Hospital. He has over 30 years of experience in respiratory medicine and internal care. Dr. Tas previously served as Chief Physician at a major military hospital. He specializes in treating complex conditions like lung cancer, COPD, and tuberculosis.

• Expert in EBUS and other bronchoscopic diagnostic techniques.
• Treats interstitial lung diseases, asthma, and pulmonary embolism.
• Performs specialized procedures like bronchial fistula closure via bronchoscopy.
• Winner of national awards for his research in respiratory medicine.

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies. Dr. Valame completed his DNB training in medical oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. He previously served as a registrar at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital.

• Presented stomach cancer research at the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.
• Expert in chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats various solid tumors, pediatric cancers, and hematological malignancies.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients annually.

Dr. Omer Ayten is a pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul. He specializes in interventional bronchoscopy and endobronchial ultrasonography. Dr. Ayten treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, and pneumonia. He formerly served as an Education Officer at Sultan Abdulhamit II Han Hospital.

• Expert in bronchoscopic balloon dilatation for COPD and fistula closure.
• Earned his medical degree from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility and Center of Excellence.
• Focuses on diffuse parenchymal lung diseases and chronic obstructive conditions.

Dr. Mehmet Aydogan is a pulmonologist at Liv Hospital Ulus. He specializes in interventional bronchoscopy and chronic lung diseases like COPD and asthma. Dr. Aydogan has contributed to over 50 medical publications and textbooks. He practicing at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for quality and patient safety.

• Expert in EBUS and endobronchial valve replacement for complex lung conditions.
• Author of the national tuberculosis guide for patients on specialized therapies.
• Treats interstitial pulmonary diseases, pulmonary embolism, and pleural disorders.
• Provides stem cell therapy and balloon dilatation for COPD management.

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.

Professor Raja Sundaram has performed over 15,000 successful cancer surgeries, making him one of the most prolific surgical oncologists in the field.

• Directs the oncology programme at Global Hospital Chennai
• Handles surgical cases ranging from routine to high-complexity tumours
• Focuses on curative techniques for advanced thoracic and abdominal cancers
• Recognised for clinical leadership in large-scale surgical oncology units

Education:

Marmara University, Istanbul Medical Faculty 1995 - 2002

Pulmonary .Specialty Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, Istanbul 2003-2008

Experience:

Pulmonary Specialist

Sureyyapasa Chest Disease and Training Hospital, ISTANBUL

 2002‑ 2018.

Chief Assistant 

2011.

Associate Professor 

 2017.

Prof.Dr.

Yeni Yuzyıl University Faculty of Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Dep., Istanbul

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.

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.

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.

Dr Shruti Kate is a lung cancer specialist who serves as the Head of Department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. She was the solo Indian recipient of the travel award at the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer in Canada.

• Trained at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier national cancer centre
• Specialises in managing aggressive solid tumours and thoracic malignancies
• Uses immunotherapy and metronomic therapy to treat advanced cancer stages
• Member of the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer
• Registered with the European Society for Medical Oncology