The Wertheim-Meigs operation Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Op. Dr. Kevser Arkan, MD, is a gynecologic oncology surgery subspecialist (OB/GYN) at OPTIMED Health Group in Çorlu and Çerkezköy. She has worked there since 2026. She provides care in English and Turkish.

Her clinical focus is the surgical management of ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers. She performs complex pelvic procedures, including radical hysterectomy, lymphadenectomy with sentinel lymph node mapping, and tumor debulking. She offers minimally invasive surgery, including vNOTES (scarless/izsiz laparoskopi), laparoscopy, laparotomy, and hysteroscopy. She also performs urogynecologic reconstruction, including sacrocolpopexy. She manages high‑risk obstetrics.

Credentials: MD, Gaziantep University (2016). OB/GYN residency, Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (2016–2021). Gynecologic Oncology Surgery fellowship, Diyarbakır Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025). Experience: Diyarbakır Maternity & Children’s Hospital, Gynecologic Oncology Clinic (2022–2025). Adıyaman Kahta State Hospital (2021–2022). Giresun Alucra TSM (2016).

Academic work: In 2025, she published peer‑reviewed studies on sentinel node mapping in vNOTES endometrial cancer staging and on outcomes of vNOTES versus laparoscopy. She also reported on pelvic organ prolapse and sexual function, GTN folate regimens, and vNOTES‑assisted sacrocolpopexy. Her articles appeared in journals such as BMC Surgery, Scientific Reports, Journal of Clinical Medicine, and Ginekologia Polska.

Dr Sultan Kavrut specialised in gynaecology at the Zeynep Kamil Institute – one of Turkey's oldest and most respected obstetric and gynaecological centres.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University – a top-tier medical school in the region
• Expertise in treating complex conditions like Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Endometriosis
• Provides personalised treatment plans at Medistate Hospital Istanbul
• Offers medical coordination for international patients with priority appointments

The doctor is a distinguished specialist with extensive experience in the field of neurosurgery. Graduating from a prestigious medical school, the doctor has completed numerous fellowships and advanced training programs, focusing on complex spinal surgeries and minimally invasive techniques. The doctor has contributed to several peer-reviewed journals and has presented at international conferences, showcasing innovative surgical methods. With a commitment to patient care, the doctor has successfully performed over 1,000 neurosurgical procedures, leading to improved patient outcomes.

Dr Shruti Kate is the Head of Department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre and a former consultant at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Spearheads complex gynaecological cancer cases and pelvic malignancies
• Expertise includes immunotherapies and metronomic drug protocols for aggressive stages
• Recipient of the solo Indian travel award at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Fellowship trained in medical oncology at India's premier cancer institution

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.

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.

Professor Raj Nagarkar has performed more than 50,000 cancer surgeries and leads the surgical oncology department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai
• Holds a surgical fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
• Serves as a Professor of Breast Surgery at the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
• Managed over 200 clinical trials to improve cancer treatment protocols
• Appointed as a specialist trainer for the Delhi National Board in surgical oncology

Professor Derya Kanza Gul heads the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department at Medipol University, bringing senior academic leadership to complex surgical cases.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – a premier Turkish clinical institution
• Specialises in gynaecological oncology surgery and maternal-foetal medicine
• Expertise in radical pelvic procedures for gynaecological malignancies
• Balances academic research with clinical practice at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital

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.