Radiation Therapy for Sarcomas Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Hilmi Apak is a leading specialist in paediatric oncology who served as the Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa for over two decades.

• Specialises in managing complex childhood cancers including sarcomas and leukaemia cases
• Authored 75 international publications focused on paediatric haematology and oncology research
• Former Board Member of the Turkish Pediatric Society and the Turkish Adolescent Association
• Acts as Associate Editor for the Turkish Archives of Pediatrics medical journal
• Based at Biruni University Hospital following senior leadership roles at major university clinics

Professor Merdan Fayda is a highly skilled radiation oncologist who underwent specialised radiosurgery training at the University of North Carolina in the United States.

• Specialises in 4D-radiotherapy and IMRT to target tumours while sparing healthy tissue
• Expert in brachytherapy for internal radiation and Gamma Knife radiosurgery
• Authored 25 articles in international scientific journals on radiation techniques
• Member of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
• Serves as a journal referee for two international medical publications

Professor Sema Yilmaz is a highly qualified paediatric oncologist who completed specialised research at the MD Anderson Cancer Center – consistently ranked as one of the world's leading oncology institutions.

• Holds a subspecialty in paediatric hematology and oncology
• Completed fellowships at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina
• Expert in the genetic pathways responsible for cancer and metastasis
• Leads research into cell therapies and cancer immunology for childhood cases
• Member of the European Association for Cancer Research

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.

Dr. Girish Badarkhe is a hematology-oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in leukemia, multiple myeloma, and bone marrow transplants. Dr. Badarkhe treats both adults and children with complex blood disorders. He holds a DM in Clinical Hematology from Medical College, Calcutta.

• Performs allogenic and haploidentical bone marrow transplant procedures.
• Treats blood cancers including lymphoma and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
• Completed medical training at Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital.
• Works at Maharashtra's first NABH-accredited cancer hospital.

Dr Shaunak Valame presented his research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology symposium in San Francisco and specialises in molecular targeted therapies.

• Completed DNB Medical Oncology training at the prestigious Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
• Expertise in the molecular basis of cancer for precision treatment plans
• Worked as Registrar in Medical Oncology at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital
• Delivered specialist lectures at the International Winter School of Oncology programme
• Skilled in managing routine and complex gastrointestinal and systemic cancers

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.

Dr. Shruti Kate is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. She previously worked as a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Kate focuses on immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for treating solid and pediatric tumors. She was the sole recipient from India of the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer award.

• Specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.
• Proficient in complex procedures, including the Whipple surgery and chemotherapy management.
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
• Practices at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

Dr Chaitainya Borde is an expert in nuclear medicine and targeted therapies at the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He has personally managed over 30,000 PET-CT scans for precise tumour localisation.

• Specialises in radioiodine and Lutetium-177 radionuclide therapies
• Handled treatments for more than 1,000 thyroid cancer patients
• Proficient in high-volume cancer screening and nuclear cardiology services
• Regularly contributes research to various international medical journals

Dr Vijay Palwe is a dedicated radiation oncologist who trained at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier institution for oncology care.

• Specialises in precise IGRT and IMRT delivery for complex soft tissue tumours
• Uses brachytherapy for internal radiation directly at the tumour site
• Manages both benign and malignant cases using 3DCRT protocols
• Published researcher in international journals on modern radiotherapy outcomes
• Completed surgical and medical training at Grant Medical College in Mumbai

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 Metin Demirkaya is a leading specialist in paediatric oncology at Medicana Bursa Hospital. He possesses deep expertise in managing paediatric tumours including soft tissue and bone sarcomas.

• Former Associate Professor at Bursa Uludag University School of Medicine
• Specialises in paediatric haematology and bone marrow transplantation protocols
• Trained at GATA Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Centre
• Member of the Turkish Paediatric Oncology Group
• Focuses on combined treatment plans for aggressive childhood cancers

Professor Kayihan Engin completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University specialising in thermoradiotherapy – a technique using heat to make sarcoma cells more sensitive to radiation.

• Director of Oncological Sciences at Medicana Bursa Hospital
• Uses CyberKnife robotic technology to target tumours with pinpoint accuracy
• Former Chairman of Radiation Oncology at Uludağ University Medical College
• Conducted oncology research at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in America
• Managed specialist oncology programmes at Anadolu Medical Center for 13 years