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BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Semih Halezeroglu

Some of the conditions surgical oncologist Semih Halezeroglu treats are:

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

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

Operating hours of Dr. Semih Halezeroglu

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

Procedures performed by Dr. Semih Halezeroglu

The list of popular procedures that Dr Semih Halezeroglu performs for cancer treatment is given below

  • 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. 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

  • 2008 - Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
  • 2001 - Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
  • 1992 - Heybeliada Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Hospital Thoracic Surgery
  • 1987 - Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Past Experiences

  • 2008 - 2009 - Head of Department of Thoracic Surgery, Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine
  • 2003 - 2008 - Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Chest Surgery Clinic Chief and Chief Physician
  • 2003 - 2005 - American Hospital, Head of Thoracic Surgery Department
  • 1998 - 2003 - Sureyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Thoracic Surgery specialist
  • 1992 - 1998 - Heybeliada Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Hospital, Thoracic Surgery specialist
  • 1988 - 1992 - Heybeliada Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery Hospital, Chest Surgery specialization training
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MEMBERSHIPS (5)

  • Respiratory Research Association of Turkey
  • Turkish Thoracic Surgery Association
  • European Society of Chest Surgeons
  • International Lung Cancer Association
  • Turkish Thoracic Society

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PROCEDURES

  • Lung Cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Semih Halezeroglu have?
Dr. Semih Halezeroglu is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Semih Halezeroglu offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Semih Halezeroglu have?
Dr. Semih Halezeroglu is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 30 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. 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.

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:

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