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Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

Surgical Oncologist ·
, Trabzon, Turkey

10 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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About Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

Condition Treated by Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

Listed below are some of the conditions that surgical neurologist Erkan Vuralkan treats:

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

Breast cancer surgery is performed to remove the specific area of cancer in the breasts. The surgeon removes cancer and healthy tissues all around it. You usually have to undergo radiotherapy for the breast after this kind of surgery.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

Your symptoms depend on the type of cancer you are affected with, what is the stage, the location of cancer, and how far it has spread in the body. Cancer may cause any type of symptoms or signs. A sign can be seen by others, such as a fever, vomiting, and breathing. Symptoms can be perceived only by the person is suffering from the condition. Around 200 types of cancer are known till date and all these can cause different symptoms. Cancer can produce various symptoms and these can differ from person to person. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of cancer are as follows:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

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

Procedures performed by Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

The below-listed popular procedures for cancer treatment are performed by Dr. Erkan Vuralkan

  • Oral cancer Treatment

The doctor has rich experience in performing complex cases with accuracy. The surgeon has performed a large number of procedures with a high success rate and adheres to medical protocols to ensure patient safety and speedy recovery. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures and ensures that the patient has a speedy recovery. Cancer surgery is done using two techniques - open surgery and minimally invasive surgery. Open surgery involves making an incision to remove the cancerous tissues. Some adjacent healthy tissues are also extracted in this process. There are several techniques available for minimally invasive surgery, such as cryosurgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, cryosurgery, and laser surgery.

Qualification

  • Ankara University School of Medicine
  • Dıskapi Yildirım Beyazit Training and Research Hospital (Ankara)

Work Experiences

  • Diskapi Yildirım Beyazit Training and Research Hospital (Ankara) -9 years
  • Izmir Military Hospital-1 year
  • Kanuni Training and Research Hospital-7 years
  • Avrasya University Health Vocational School / Audiometry part-time lecturer-3 years
  • Eurasian University Audiology Department-1 year

Memberships (3)

  • Turkish Otolaryngology and Head And Neck Surgery Association
  • Turkish Otolaryngology And Head And Neck Surgery Proficiency General Assembly
  • Ankara Otolaryngology Association

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Procedures Performed

Adrenal Cancer Treatment
Head & Neck Cancer Treatment
Malignant Mesothelioma Treatment
Nasopharyngeal Cancer Treatment
Oral cancer Treatment
Papillary Thyroid Cancer Treatment
Penile Cancer Treatment
Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) Treatment
Robotic Cancer Surgery
Small Intestine Cancer Treatment
Thymectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Erkan Vuralkan is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Trabzon, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Erkan Vuralkan is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 10 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Surgical Oncologist

The surgical oncologist is often the first among cancer specialists to see cancer patients. The primary doctor most commonly does a diagnosis, and in cases where this requires biopsy or surgery, the surgical oncologist is called. Surgical oncologists are doctors with experience in cancer surgery. Surgical oncologists choose to perform surgeries to find out the locations where cancer has spread. While treating cancer, a surgical oncologist might remove cancerous tumors and surrounding healthy tissues, and nearby lymph nodes. The surgical procedures used will vary depending on the aim of the surgery. Surgical oncologists might do minimally invasive procedures or open surgeries.

The tests required before and during the consultation by a surgical oncologist include:

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

In most cases, surgical oncologists need to perform a biopsy in order to diagnose cancer. In this procedure, the doctor removes a part of the body tissues to examine under a microscope. The doctor then does other tests to check if the tissue is cancer.

You may see a surgical oncologist in case you have abnormal growth or tumor. If your primary doctor suspects cancer, they will refer you to a surgical oncologist for diagnosis. If you have been diagnosed with cancer, a doctor will refer you to surgical oncologists for your cancer treatment. Below are some situations when you need to see a surgical oncologist:

  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

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