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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Mehmet Ufuk Abacioglu

Radiation oncologists are highly trained doctors who specialize in treating cancer through high-intensity photon beams or X-rays. These radiations kill cancer cells. Radiation oncologists coordinate with other doctors to design the complete treatment plan. The conditions that radiation oncologist Mehmet Ufuk Abacioglu treats are listed below:

  • Prostate Tumours
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Abnormalities in the Brain
  • Kidney Tumours
  • Brain Cancer
  • Lung Tumours
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancers
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Liver Tumours
  • Head And Neck Cancer
  • Spine Tumours
  • Tumors
  • Pancreas Tumours
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Eye Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Brain Tumours
  • Functional Abnormalities and Small Tumors of the Brain
  • Cancers near the Brain and Spinal Cord
  • Lung Cancer
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer

An oncologist may use radiation therapy for the treatment of lung, head & neck, prostate, and breast cancer. Radiation therapy is a treatment that uses a high-energy beam to kill cancer cells, The radiation treatment procedure is usually painless, but it might cause some skin discomfort. Radiation therapy is often used after surgery.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Mehmet Ufuk Abacioglu

Some of the common symptoms of cancer are listed below. If you have any of these symptoms, consult an oncologist:

  • Fatigue
  • Cancer
  • Changes in bowel or bladder habits.
  • Tumor
  • Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
  • Persistent cough or trouble breathing
  • Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
  • Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin

If you have any symptoms that do not go away or get severe, you must see a doctor to find out what is causing them. If the symptoms are not due to cancer, the doctor can help find out the cause. Cancer symptoms depend on a number of factors like the location of cancer, the size of cancer, and how it affects the adjacent organs.

Operating hours of Dr. Mehmet Ufuk Abacioglu

Dr Mehmet Ufuk Abacioglu is available from Monday to Saturday, 11 am to 5 pm. The doctor is not available on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Mehmet Ufuk Abacioglu

The list of popular procedures that Dr Mehmet Ufuk Abacioglu perform is given below:

  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)
  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)

Proton Beam Therapy is the latest form of radiation therapy. This uses a high-energy proton beam for cancer treatment. It is a kind of particle therapy that offers targeted treatment, unlike any other radiation treatment. Proton Beam Therapy is effective for the treatment of cancers like skull base tumors, pediatric cancers, brain tumors, and prostate cancers.. CyberKnife is high-dose radiation delivered to the cancerous prostate tumours. The radiation used also referred to as Stereoactic Body Radiation Therapy and is usually recommended for men with risk prostate cancer. CyberKnife is more efficient than conventional radiation therapy.

Qualification

  • 1997 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Radiation Oncology
  • 1993 Istanbul University

Past Experiences

  • 2010 Neolife Medical Center Professor of Radiation Oncology
  • 1998 - 2011 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Professor of Radiation Oncology, Radiation Oncology Department
  • 1993 - 1997 Istanbul Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Professor of Radiation Oncology, Radiation Oncology
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MEMBERSHIPS (8)

  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Association Board Member-Secretary General 2009-2010, Board Member 2011-2012
  • European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC)
  • Radiation Oncology Group
  • Turkish Oncology Group TOG-Central Nervous System Working Group Chair 2007-2010
  • American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
  • Turkish Lung Cancer Association (TAKD)
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • Executive Board Member of the European Association of Neurooncology (EANO) 2010-2014

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Heidelberg University Hospital, about the Phase-II Trial Evaluating Carbon Ion Radiotherapy for the Treatment of Primary Glioblastoma (CLEOPATRA) V30 as a predictor for radiation-induced hypothyroidism: a dosimetric analysis in patients who received radiotherapy Critical appraisal of RapidArc radiosurgery with flattening filter free photon beams for benign brain lesions in comparison

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PROCEDURES

  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)
  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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

FAQ's Related to Radiation Oncologist

What does a radiation oncologist do?

Radiation oncologists use the therapeutic properties of radiation to treat cancer. They understand cancer as a disease, its cause, and patterns of spread. Radiation oncologists also determine how radiation can fit in the general scheme of treatment. Radiation oncologists also spend much time planning and performing radiation procedures. Planning plays a significant role in cancer treatment, as radiation has become more targeted. Radiation oncologists remain in touch with cancer patients post-treatment to keep a track of recovery.

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

The tests required before and during the consultation by a radiation oncologist are listed below:

  • Cancer Screening
  • Physical exam
  • Blood Tests
  • Computed tomography (CT) scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • X-Ray

A mammogram is the most effective technique to detect breast cancer before any lumps or symptoms appear. Early diagnosis of breast cancer provides a woman with more options. It also increases a woman’s chances of having the best treatment.

When should you go to see a radiation oncologist?

Your primary physician might refer you to a radiation oncologist if they find that you show some signs and symptoms related to cancer. The radiation oncologist will evaluate your condition completely to know the condition you are suffering from. Below listed conditions need to be discussed with a radiation oncologist:

  1. Liver cancer
  2. Breast cancer
  3. Bone cancer
  4. Lung cancer
  5. Lymphoma
  6. Colon cancer
  7. Brain cancer
  8. Pancreatic cancer

You need to see a radiation oncologist if you have the below-listed symptoms: :

  1. Difficulty swallowing
  2. Skin changes
  3. Oral changes
  4. Breast changes: Lump or firm feeling in the breast
  5. Trouble urinating, blood in the urine, and pain when urinating
  6. Changes in bathroom habits
  7. Bloating
  8. Chronic coughing
  9. Bowel changes: Changes in bowel habits, blood in the stools
  10. Abnormal periods or pelvic pain