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BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Ersin Gunay

The conditions that Dr. Ersin Gunay treats are listed below:

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

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. 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:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Ersin Gunay

The operating hours of Dr Ersin Gunay is 11 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday), The doctor does not see patients on Sunday.

Procedures performed by Dr. Ersin Gunay

Dr Ersin Gunay performs a wide variety of procedures for cancer treatment. Some of these are

  • Lung 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. Minimally invasive surgery and open surgery are two ways of doing cancer surgery. In open surgery, a large incision is made to remove the tumor. In minimally invasive surgery, surgeons make a few small cuts to remove the tumor. The common techniques for minimally invasive surgery are laser surgery, cryosurgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, cryosurgery.

Qualification

  • 2003 - Hacettepe University
  • 2008 - Atatürk Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery EAH - Expertise

Past Experiences

  • 2003 - 2008 - Ankara Ataturk Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital
  • 2007 - Sahlgrenska University Hospital (Allergy Clinic, Lung Transplantation Clinic and Bronchology Unit) , Goreborg and Skaraborg Hospital (Sleep Laboratory), Skovde, Sweden (Oberserver)
  • 2008 - 2011 - Ankara Ataturk Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital
  • 2009 - 2010 - Girne Asker Hospital
  • 2011 - 2011 - Igdır State Hospital
  • 2011 - 2014 - Afyon Kocatepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Chest Diseases
  • 2014 -2019 - Afyon Kocatepe University Faculty of Medicine Chest Diseases Department
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MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • European Lung Transplantation
  • Turkish Chest Diseases Association
  • Turkish Thoracic Radiology Association

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PROCEDURES

  • Lung Cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ersin Gunay have?
Dr. Ersin Gunay is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ankara, Turkey.
Does Dr. Ersin Gunay offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ersin Gunay have?
Dr. Ersin Gunay is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 15 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Surgical Oncologist

What does a surgical oncologist do?

A surgical oncologist is a doctor who removes the tumor and adjacent tissues through surgery. They also perform some types of biopsies to diagnose cancer. Surgical oncologists can also perform surgeries to determine the areas cancer has spread. In some circumstances, surgical oncologists might also perform preventive surgery. In some cases, you may have surgery and get additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation. In such cases, surgical oncologists are an important part of the patient’s cancer care team.

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

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

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

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.

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. 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