Radiation oncologist ·
Istanbul, Turkey
15 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English
Dr. Senem Karabulut is an experienced oncologist in Istanbul and Ulus, Turkey. She has a total clinical experience of more than 15 years. She is currently providing her services as Associate Professor at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Associate Professor Doctor. She is also associated with Liv Hospital Ulus in the Medical Oncology department. She worked as an Internal Diseases Specialist, compulsory service, Siirt State Hospital, Siirt and Medical Oncology Specialist, compulsory service, Siirt State Hospital, Siirt. Dr. Senem has also been associated with various organizations. She completed her Bachelor's degree from Cerrahpa?a Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University, Istanbul in the year 2003. Later, in the year 2010, she underwent Specialization in Medicine, Internal Diseases from Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul. Dr. Senem completed a specialization in Minor Medicine, Medical Oncology from Istanbul University Oncology Institute, Istanbul University, Istanbul in the year 2015. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Molecular Oncology from Health Sciences University, Vocational School of Health.
Dr. Senem Karabulut is a well-known oncologist with an expertise in managing various cancer diseases. Her areas of service include management and treatment of colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, esophageal cancer, metastatic cancer, and various other cancerous conditions. Her area of interest includes breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and Colo-rectal cancer. Research publication of Dr. Senem have been published in various national and international journals. Dr. Senem had also associated with a study as Assistant Researcher. De. Senem is associated with various organizations such as American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Oncology Association, European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO), and Turkish Lung Cancer Association.
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. Listed below are some of the conditions that Dr. Senem Karabulut treats:
The earlier doctors detect cancer, the sooner the treatment can start. So it is vital to know the common types of cancer and some of their warning signs. There are more than 90 types of cancer, and some of them are more common than others. This depends on your gender, age, and racial or ethnic group. You must see a medical oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of cancer::
Doctor Senem Karabulut is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.
Some of the popular procedures that Dr Senem Karabulut performs are:
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 a procedure for cancer treatment that stops or slows the growth of cancer that mostly uses hormones to grow. It is also called hormonal therapy or endocrine therapy.
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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. In cases of incurable cancer, a medical oncologist suggests palliative or hospice care for patients. The primary job of medical oncologists is to manage cancer.
A medical oncologist would suggest the below tests to be performed to diagnose cancer:
A biopsy is an effective test to confirm cancer. It involves removal of tissues or a sample of cells from the body so that it could be studied in a laboratory. If you are experiencing some symptoms or if a doctor has found an area of concern, you might undergo a biopsy.
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:
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