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BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Attila Saygi

Some of the conditions surgical oncologist Attila Saygi treats are:

  • Prostate Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Skin Cancer
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Lung Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Oral or Mouth Cancer
  • Meningiomas
  • Ependymomas
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer

Some women require surgery to remove the entire breast through mastectomy. The surgeons remove the breast tissues including nipple and the skin and the tissues that have the chest muscles. You may opt for breast reconstruction after a mastectomy.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Attila Saygi

There are different types of cancer and each of the types produces different symptoms. The signs can be normal, such as weight loss, fatigue, and unexplained pain. You do not need to remember all these signs, but we bring here the key ones to make you aware of. These symptoms are a sign of cancer and detecting it early can save your life. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of cancer are as follows:

  • Coughing up blood, even a small amount
  • Hoarseness
  • Chest pain
  • A new cough that doesn't go away
  • Shortness of breath
  • Bone pain
  • Headache
  • Losing weight without trying

Operating hours of Dr. Attila Saygi

Dr Attila Saygi works from 11 am to 6 pm on all days of the week, except Sunday.

Procedures performed by Dr. Attila Saygi

The below-listed popular procedures for cancer treatment are performed by Dr. Attila Saygi

  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Oral cancer Treatment
  • Lung Cancer Treatment

The surgical oncologist can perform even the most complicated cases with ease. The doctor has reported a high success rate in performing various procedures with high precision and accuracy. The doctor also holds a rich experience in handling complex cases with ease. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures. A surgical oncologist performs cancer surgery in two ways: minimally invasive surgery and open surgery. Minimally invasive surgery uses techniques that focus on minimizing the trauma of traditional surgery. Some of the minimally invasive techniques are cryosurgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, cryosurgery, and laser surgery. In open surgery, surgeons make a single large cut to remove the tumor and some healthy tissues.

Qualification

  • HEYBELIADA CHEST DISEASES AND CHEST SURGERY TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
  • Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis Specialist, 1980 - 1984 , Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY
  • Anesthesiology and Reanimation Specialization Training, 1980 , Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY CERRAHPASA MEDICAL FACULTY
  • Medical Training, 1973 - 1979 , Istanbul/Turkey

Past Experiences

  • MALTEPE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY
  • Dean Chest Diseases USA Presidency Senator Faculty Board Member, 2009 - 2016, Istanbul/Turkey
  • SUREYYAPASA CHEST DISEASES AND CHEST SURGERY TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
  • Chest Diseases Clinic Chief, 2005 - 2009, Istanbul/Turkey
  • HEYBELIADA CHEST DISEASES AND CHEST SURGERY TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL
  • Head Physician Chest Diseases Clinic Chief, 1991 - 2005, Istanbul/Turkey
  • CAMLICA CHEST DISEASES MILITARY HOSPITAL
  • Medical Sub-Lieutenant, 1989 - 1991, Istanbul/Turkey
  • MALATYA PUBLIC HOSPITAL
  • Chest Diseases Specialist, 1984 - 1989, Montreal/Turkey
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MEMBERSHIPS (19)

  • Turkish Medical Association Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • European Respiratory Society
  • Turkish Respiratory Research Association
  • Turkish Thoracic Society
  • Istanbul War Against Tuberculosis Association
  • Lung Cancer Association
  • Turkish Oncology Association
  • European Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology
  • Academic Respiratory Society
  • Turkish Ministry of Health Member of Turkish Tuberculosis Advisory Board
  • Turkish Public Health Authority Istanbul Governorship Public Health Directorate Istanbul Province Tuberculosis Board Member
  • Malatya War Against Tuberculosis Association Presidency
  • Turkish Respiratory Research Association (TÜSAD) Member of the Board of Directors
  • Turkish Respiratory Research Association (TÜSAD) Member of the Audit Board
  • Lung Cancer Association (AKAD) Member of the Board of Directors
  • Lung Cancer Association (AKAD) Member of the Audit Board
  • Istanbul Tuberculosis Association Board Membership
  • Member of the Organizing Committee of the Congresses
  • Scientific Committee memberships in congresses

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Lung Cancer Treatment
  • Oral cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Attila Saygi have?
Dr. Attila Saygi is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Attila Saygi offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Attila Saygi have?
Dr. Attila Saygi is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 35 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Surgical Oncologist

What does a surgical oncologist do?

A surgical oncologist is a general surgeon with training in various procedures for diagnosing or removing cancerous growths. The common procedures performed by a surgical oncologist are biopsy and surgery for the removal of cancerous growth. A surgical oncologist performs surgeries to know which parts of the body cancer has spread. In order to diagnose cancer, a surgical oncologist might perform biopsies. After a biopsy, a surgical oncologist sends the samples to a pathologist. If cancer is detected, you may need to consult the surgical oncologist again to have the tumor removed. The surgical oncologist performs a staging surgery to determine a tumor’s size.

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

A surgical oncologist can suggest or perform a variety of diagnostic tests including:

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

A biopsy is the most common procedure to diagnose most types of cancer. While other tests can only suggest if cancer is present, a biopsy can make an accurate diagnosis. During this process, the doctor removes a very small amount of tissues to observe under a microscope.

When should you go to see a surgical oncologist?

If your primary doctor suspects cancer, he will refer you to a surgical oncologist for the diagnosis of the condition. The surgical oncologist evaluates the symptoms and analyses the test report to find out if you have cancer. Consider seeking assistance from a surgical oncologist in the below-listed situations:

  1. Unusual cancer like head or neck cancer.
  2. Complex cancer can spread to multiple body parts.
  3. Cancer recurrence
  4. Cancer that is difficult to treat
  5. For in-depth evaluation and treatment plan
  6. You want a second opinion about cancer diagnosis