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Dr. Huseyin Melek

Dr. Huseyin Melek

Surgical Oncologist ·
, Bursa, Turkey

25 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English

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Specialises in:

OligodendrogliomasCervical CancerStomach CancerOral or Mouth CancerMeningiomas

About Dr. Huseyin Melek

Condition Treated by Dr. Huseyin Melek

Here is the list of some of the conditions Dr Huseyin Melek treats:

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

Most women affected with breast cancer undergo some types of surgery as part of treatment. There are various types of breast surgery. This might be performed for different reasons. Surgery may be done to remove cancer through mastectomy. The surgery is also performed to know if cancer has spread to body parts and to restore the breast’s shape.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Huseyin Melek

There are around 200 different types of cancer and all these can cause different symptoms. The symptoms are often linked to some cancer types. The signs could also be general, including weight loss, fatigue, and unexplained pain. Cancer can produce the below-listed conditions However, symptoms might vary from person to person. Every condition has its symptoms:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Huseyin Melek

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

Procedures performed by Dr. Huseyin Melek

The list of popular procedures that Dr Huseyin Melek performs for cancer treatment is given below

  • Lung Cancer Treatment

The doctor has performed a large number of successful procedures for cancer treatment, with a high success rate has received worldwide recognition for their patient-centric approach and holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. 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

  • 1993 - 1999 - Faculty of Medicine Uludag University
  • 2001 - 2007 - Thoracic Surgery Yedikule Chest Hospital. and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital - Specialization in Medicine

Work Experiences

  • 2001 - 2007 Research Assistant Yedikule Chest Hospital. and Thoracic Surgery EAH
  • 2007 - 2009Um. Doctor Bingol State Hospital
  • 2009 - Exp. Doctor Yedikule Chest Hospital. and Chest Surgery EAH
  • 2010 - Medical Doctor Gülhane Military Medical Faculty
  • 2010 - 2013 Specialist Uludag University School of Medicine, Department of Chest Surgery
  • 2013 - 2014 Assistant Professor Uludag University School of Medicine, Department of Chest Surgery
  • 2014 - Associate Professor Doctor Uludag University School of Medicine, Chest Surgery Department
  • 2019 - Associate Professor Leuven University, Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lung Transplantation Center

Memberships (11)

  • European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS)
  • European Association for Cardio Thoracic Surgery (EACTS)
  • Turkish Thoracic Surgery Association
  • The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC- world Lung Cancer Association)
  • Chester Wall Interest Group (CWİG- International Chest Wall Association)
  • Lung Health and Intensive Care Association (ASYOD)
  • Turkish Thoracic Society
  • Association of Turkey Respiratory Research (TRS)
  • Turkish Lung Cancer Association,
  • The Association of Lung Cancer
  • The Turkish Medical Association

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Procedures Performed

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Huseyin Melek is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bursa, Turkey.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Huseyin Melek is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 19 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Surgical Oncologist

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. In some cases, a surgical oncologist performs surgeries to find out parts of the body where cancer has spread. In special cases, the surgeons do preventive surgeries. Sometimes, additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation follow surgery. In these cases, surgical oncologists play an important role in providing care to the patients post-surgery.

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

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

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.

You should see a surgical oncologist in case your primary care doctor refers you to one. The doctor may also tell you to visit a surgical oncologist for the diagnosis of cancer. Some specialized general surgeons can also perform surgery on various types of 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

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