Your Notifications
All done, no notifications

BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Serkan Erkanli

The conditions that Dr. Serkan Erkanli treats are listed below:

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

The goal of breast cancer surgery is to excise the tumor and a portion of the surrounding tissues while conserving the breast. Breast cancer surgery methods may vary in the amount of breast tissue which is removed with the tumor. This depends on the overall tumor location, how far it has spread, as well as one’s personal feelings. The surgeons also remove some lymph nodes under this arm so that these can be removed. This helps your doctor to plan your treatment.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Serkan Erkanli

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 various symptoms and these can differ from person to person. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of cancer are as follows:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Serkan Erkanli

Dr Serkan Erkanli is available for consultation from 11 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor’s clinic is closed on Sunday.

Procedures performed by Dr. Serkan Erkanli

The list of popular procedures that Dr Serkan Erkanli performs for cancer treatment is given below

  • 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. There are two types of cancer surgery - minimally invasive surgery and open surgery. In open surgery, a surgical oncologist makes a large incision, to remove the tumor and some of the adjacent healthy tissues. Minimally invasive surgery involves laser surgery, cryosurgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, cryosurgery.

Qualification

  • " Gynecologic Oncology Surgery of The Specialty Board in Medicine
  • 2007 Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Associate Professor
  • 2005 St. Stephen Hospital, Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Budapest, Hungary, Fellow
  • 2003 Centre Oscar Lambret Cancer Center, Lille, France, Fellow
  • 2001 University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine Women's and Children's Hospital, Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Norris Cancer Institute, Los Angeles, California, USA, Visiting Fellow
  • 1999 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • 1995 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • 1988 Kadikoy Anatolian High School

Past Experiences

  • 2010 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 2002 - 2010 Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Adana
  • 2001 - 2002 Private Bahat Hospital, Istanbul
  • 1995 - 1999 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Istanbul
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
  • Written Second Opinion report delivered within 5 days
  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

Access Our most trusted Medical Second Opinion

Required | alphabets and spaces
Required | A valid, working email address
Required | A valid contact

Telemedicine Doctors

MEMBERSHIPS (5)

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Association (TRSGO)
  • Association of Cervical Pathologies and Colposcopy
  • European Society of Gynecological Oncology (ESGO)
  • International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGSC)

Share Your Experience about Dr. Serkan Erkanli

PROCEDURES

  • Cervical Cancer Treatment
  • Ovarian Cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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

A surgical oncologist can suggest or perform a variety of diagnostic tests including:

  • Biopsy
  • Imaging Tests
  • Cancer Screening
  • Laboratory Tests
  • 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.

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. 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