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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr. Yesim Yildirim

A medical oncologist is trained to treat different types of cancer using chemotherapy and other medications, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy. The medical oncologist designs a treatment plan after consultation with doctors from other disciplines. The doctor completely evaluates the nature of cancer and then treats cancer through various methods like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy. Some of the conditions Dr. Yesim Yildirim treats are:

  • Breast and Prostate Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Meningiomas
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Metastatic Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Colon Cancer
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Ependymomas
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)
  • Skin Cancer
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Oral or Mouth Cancer
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Brain Cancer

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Yesim Yildirim

Cancer can cause different symptoms. However, most of these symptoms are often caused by illness, benign tumors, injury, or other problems. If you experience symptoms that do not disappear after some weeks, consult your doctor so that actual problems could be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. Also, cancer doesn’t cause pain, so see a doctor even if you do not feel pain. Some of the common symptoms of cancer are listed below. If you have any of these symptoms, consult a medical oncologist.:

  • Persistent cough or trouble breathing
  • Unexplained bleeding or bruising
  • Persistent, unexplained fevers or night sweats
  • Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain
  • Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin
  • Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
  • Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
  • Changes in bowel or bladder habits
  • Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Hoarseness

Operating Hours of Dr. Yesim Yildirim

If you want to see Dr Yesim Yildirim, you can visit his clinic or associated hospital between 11 am and 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Yesim Yildirim

The below-listed popular procedures that Dr. Yesim Yildirim performs are:

  • Chemotherapy

A medical oncologist uses chemotherapy for cancer treatment. It uses a combination of drugs to kill the cancerous cells in the body and prevents them from growing further. While chemotherapy could require a single drug, this is also given along with other drugs. Hormone therapy is used for the treatment of cancer that uses certain hormones to grow. It is effective in treating prostate and breast cancers. Hormone therapy slows or stops the rapid growth of cancer that uses hormones to grow.

Qualification

  • Medical School - Hacettepe University Medical School, Ankara 1999
  • Specialty Education - Gazi University Internal Medicine Department, Ankara 2004
  • Specialty Education - Başkent University, Medical Oncology Department, Sub-specialty, Ankara 2007

Past Experiences

  • Assistant Professor - Acıbadem University, Internal Medicine Department, 2011
  • Associate Professor - European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), 2011
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (5)

  • Advanced Oncology Training Course Rambam Medical Center Haifa/Israel, December 2004
  • Immunology for Oncologists, Ascona, Switzerland, April 2005
  • 5th Masterclass in Medical Oncology, Malta, February 2006
  • Antiangiogenic mechanism UCLA Los Angeles, USA, January 2010
  • Head and Neck Cancers Course, Lausanne, Switzerland, May 2013

MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • ESO
  • TTOD
  • ATOD

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • No association between serum levels of insulin-like growth factor-I, vascular endothelial growth factor, prolactin and clinicopathological characteristics of breast carcinoma after surgery.
  • Effect of different neoadjuvant chemotherapy regimens on locally advanced breast cancer.
  • Primary mediastinal yolk sac tumor in a 66-year-old woman.

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PROCEDURES

  • Chemotherapy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Yesim Yildirim have?
Dr. Yesim Yildirim is a specialized Medical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Yesim Yildirim offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Yesim Yildirim have?
Dr. Yesim Yildirim is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 20 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Medical Oncologist

What does a medical oncologist do?

A medical oncologist is a doctor who is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer through various techniques like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. They coordinate with other doctors to design a treatment plan that is suitable for you. They help patients manage their cancer symptoms. If cancer cannot be treated, medical oncologists use hospice or palliative care for the patients. Medical oncologists are primarily responsible for managing cancer.

What are the tests required before and during consultation by a medical oncologist?

Medical oncologists perform the below-given tests to confirm cancer:

  • Laboratory Tests
  • Cancer Screening
  • Physical Exam
  • Imaging Tests
  • Biopsy

One of the most common test for cancer, biopsy is a sample of tissues extracted from a body part in order to examine it. A doctor recommends biopsy when a previous test suggests an area of tissues isn't normal.

When should you go to see a medical oncologist?

You will see a medical oncologist after you have been diagnosed with cancer. It is one of the first steps of your cancer treatment. You need to see a medical oncologist if you experience the symptoms listed below:

  1. Change in bowel or bladder habits
  2. Indigestion or difficulty swallowing
  3. Change in a wart/mole
  4. Nagging cough
  5. A sore throat
  6. Unusual bleeding or discharge
  7. Lump in the breast or elsewhere