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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Yildiz Keles

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. Here is a list of some of the conditions a radiation oncologist:

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

Radiation therapy is often preferred for the treatment of lung, head & neck, prostate, and breast cancer. Radiation therapy is used to treat breast cancer at every stage. It is an effective way to minimize the risk of breast cancer coming back after surgery. In addition, it is generally used to ease the symptoms of cancer that have affected other parts of the body.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Yildiz Keles

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

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

You can reach Dr Yildiz Keles from 11 am to 5 pm on Monday to Saturday. He does not see patients on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Yildiz Keles

Dr Yildiz Keles performs a number of popular procedures listed below:

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

Proton therapy or proton beam therapy is the most advanced form of radiation therapy which can destroy cancer cells. Doctors may either use proton therapy alone or may use it with chemotherapy, x-ray radiation therapy, surgery, and/or immunotherapy. It painlessly focuses radiation through the skin.. CyberKnife is a non-invasive option for the treatment of both cancerous and non-cancerous tumours. The treatment delivers beams of high-energy radiation to the tumour with high accuracy and offers new hope to patients worldwide. It is used for the treatment of different types of cancer in the body, including the Liver, Pancreas, Kidney, Prostate, Lung, Brain, and Spine.

Qualification

  • Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty

Past Experiences

  • Currently working at Medical Park Antalya Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Radiotherapy Results in Patients with Lung Cancer with Brain Metastasis. V. National Radiation Oncology Congress 20-22 April 2002 Kusadasi, Controversial Poster Award, Paper and Abstract Book. 204
  • Radiotherapy For Brain Metastasis in Lung Carcinoma 21th Annual ESTRO Meeting, Praha, Czecch Republik, 17-21 September 2002
  • Prognostic Factors and Treatment Results in Anaplastic Glial Tumors 20-22 April 2002 Kuşadasi, Oral Presentation

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Yildiz Keles have?
Dr. Yildiz Keles is a specialized Radiation Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Antalya, Turkey.
Does Dr. Yildiz Keles offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Yildiz Keles have?
Dr. Yildiz Keles 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 work with surgeons, medical oncologists, and other doctors to find out the most appropriate treatment for cancer. Before performing radiation therapy, radiation oncologists use certain software to map out the location where the radiation will be delivered to their patients. They also evaluate which type of radiation therapy to use. 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?

Below-listed diagnostic tests are required before and during a consultation with a radiation oncologist:

  • 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?

A person needs to see a radiation oncologist if they find that the signs and symptoms related to cancer. An individual suffering from any of the following diseases needs to see 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