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BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Fuat Iron

The conditions that Dr. Fuat Iron treats are listed below:

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

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. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of cancer are as follows:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Fuat Iron

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

Procedures performed by Dr. Fuat Iron

The below-listed popular procedures for cancer treatment are performed by Dr. Fuat Iron

  • Cervical Cancer Treatment
  • Ovarian Cancer Treatment

The surgeon assesses the condition of the patient before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. The neurologist is popular for their high success rate and patient-centric approach which helps fast recovery of the patient. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols. 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

  • 2011 Gynecologic Oncology Surgery of The Specialty Board in Medicine
  • 2008 Abant Ä°zzet Baysal University, Duzce Faculty of Medicine / Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor Doctor
  • 1990 Zeynep Kamil Women's and Pediatrics Education and Research Hospital Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital
  • 1983 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
  • 1977 Haydarpasa High School

Past Experiences

  • 2012 Delorme's Clinic. Chalon Sur Saona, France. Mash education
  • 2011 IRCAD, Starsbourg, France. Robotic Surgical Certification
  • 2009 Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine Assistant reproductive techniques (IVF) certificate
  • 2006 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (10)

  • Board member (2012-2016). TJOD Istanbul
  • International Continence Society (ICS),
  • Advisory board membership, Federation of International Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO). 2004
  • European Society of Gynecological Oncology (ESGO)
  • International Urogynecological Association (IUGA)
  • President, Founding secretary general, board member (1997- ) Turkish Urojinecoljiand Pelvic Reconstructive Cerahi Association
  • Gynecologic Endoscopy Association
  • Society of European Robotic Gynecologic Surgery (SERGS)
  • Advisory board member (Advisory board), Mediterranean Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Society (MIPS). 2017
  • European Society of Endoscopic Surgery (ESGE)

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PROCEDURES

  • Cervical Cancer Treatment
  • Ovarian Cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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

Some of the most common test performed for the diagnosis of cancer are:

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

Most cancer patients undergo a biopsy to remove a sample of tissues from a body part for examination by a pathologist so that cancer can be diagnosed.

When should you go to see a surgical oncologist?

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. An individual needs to consult a surgical oncologist in case of below 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