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Dr. Zeynep Gural

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Zeynep Gural is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem University Hospital Atakent.

Association and Memberships Dr. Zeynep Gural is part of:

  • Neurooncology Association
  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Association
  • European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ESTRO)

Qualifications :

  • 2009 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Radiation Oncology
  • 2003 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Halkal Merkez Mahallesi, Acibadem University Hospital Atakent, Halkal Altnehir stanbul Caddesi, K

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Dr. Gokhan Cipe

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Gokhan Cipe is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gokhan Cipe is part of:

  • American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
  • European Society Coloproctology
  • Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association
  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • National Endoscopic-Laparoscopic Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • SISLI ETFAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL Department of General Surgery Residency Training 1999 - 2004, Istanbul / Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY Medical Doctor Education 1993 - 1999, Istanbul / Turkey

Hospital Address :

Kaptan Paa Mh, Memorial ili Hospital, Halit Ziya T

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Dr. Tayfun Kermenli

Surgical Oncologist

, Elazig, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Tayfun Kermenli is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Elazig, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Elazig Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Tayfun Kermenli is part of:

  • European Respiratory Society
  • Turkish Thoracic Society
  • Turkish Thoracic Association
  • Turkish Lung Cancer Association
  • Turkey Respiratory Research Association
  • Lung Health and Intensive Care Association

Qualifications :

  • 2007 - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
  • 2015 - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine - Thoracic Surgery A.D. - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Olgunlar, Elazig Medical Park Hospital, Atat

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Dr. Nuran Bese

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

36 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Nuran Bese is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 37 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nuran Bese is part of:

  • Gynecologic Oncology Association
  • Member of the Board of Directors of the Breast Science Association
  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Association
  • ESTRO (European Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology)

Qualifications :

  • 2006 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine / Professor
  • 2000 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine / Associate Professor
  • 1995 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Radiation Oncology
  • 1988 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • 1982 Eskisehir Anatolian High School

Hospital Address :

Dar

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Dr. Kemal Dolay

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

33 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Kemal Dolay is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and was associated with Liv Hospital Ulus.

Association and Memberships Dr. Kemal Dolay is part of:

  • IHPBA: International Hepato-Pancreato Biliary Association
  • SAGES (Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons).
  • Turkish Hepato Pankreato Bilier Surgical Association
  • Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association
  • Association of Surgical Oncology
  • National Endoscopic-Laparoscopic Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Undergraduate, IU Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 1991
  • Specialization in Medicine, Ä°U Istanbul Faculty of Medicine General Surgery AD, 1996
  • Associate Professorship, Bakirkoy EAH, 2009
  • Yandal, Specialty Surgical Oncology Specialty, 2012
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Dr. Sefik Igdem

Radiation Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

37 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Turkish

 

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Dr.Sefik Igdem is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Turkey. The doctor has 37 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Turkey.
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Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici

Radiation oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

10 Years of experience

 

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Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a specialized Medical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

Hospital Address :

Bah

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Dr. Ahmet Cinkaya

Oncologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

20 Years of experience

 

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Dr. Ahmet Cinkaya is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kocaeli, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmet Cinkaya is part of:

  • Turkish Cancer Association
  • Association ESTRO
  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Association

Qualifications :

  • 1997-2004: Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty – Medical Education
  • 2005-2010: Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty – Specialization

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Fuat Demirci

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

17 Years of experience

 

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Dr. Fuat Demirci is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fuat Demirci is part of:

  • 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)

Qualifications :

  • 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

Hospital Address :

Acbadem Mahallesi, Acbadem Kadk

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Dr. Dilek Erdem

Radiation oncologist

, Samsun, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Dilek Erdem is a specialized Medical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Dilek Erdem is part of:

  • 2012 - Turkish Medical Oncology Association
  • 2012 - ESMO (European Society of Medical Oncology) Board Certificate
  • 2015 - ESMO Board (European Oncology Proficiency Exam Certificate)

Qualifications :

  • 1995-2001: Ondokuzmay University Faculty of Medicine-Undergraduate
  • 2003-2008: Ondokuzmay University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine
  • 2009-2012: Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical Oncology, Yandal Specialization

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet, Medical Park, 39. Sokak, Atakum/Samsun, Turkey

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Dr. Hakan Cakir

Male Fertility Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Hakan Cakir is a specialized Urologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 13 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Hakan Cakir is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Association of Urology
  • Turkish Andrology Association
  • European Association of Urology

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
  • Fatih Sultan Mehmet Egitim ve Arastirma Hospital Urology

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. Aziz Yazar

Radiation oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

33 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Aziz Yazar is a specialized Medical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul Turkey, Turkey. The doctor has over 33 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aziz Yazar is part of:

  • Turkish Oncology Association
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber

Qualifications :

  • 2005 Istanbul University Institute of Oncology Medical Oncology
  • 1997 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine
  • 1993 Hacettepe University

Hospital Address :

Zeytinlik Mahallesi, Acbadem Bakrk

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Dr. Cigdem Usul Afsar

Radiation oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

9 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Cigdem Usul Afsar is a specialized Medical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in stanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 9 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Bakirkoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Cigdem Usul Afsar is part of:

  • Medical Oncology Association
  • Turkish Pharmacology Association
  • European Society for Medical Ocology
  • Turkish Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • 2014 Cukurova University Faculty of Medicine Medical Oncology
  • 2009 Istanbul Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine
  • 2001 Istanbul University

Hospital Address :

Zeytinlik Mahallesi, Acbadem Bakrk

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Dr. Fulya Agaoglu

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

31 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Fulya Agaoglu is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in stanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 9 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem University Hospital Atakent.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fulya Agaoglu is part of:

  • Turk Oncology Society
  • Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology
  • Thoracic Oncology Society

Qualifications :

  • 1997 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Radiation Oncology
  • 1993 Istanbul University

Hospital Address :

Halkal Merkez Mahallesi, Acibadem University Hospital Atakent, Halkal Altnehir stanbul Caddesi, K

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Dr. Gul Basaran

Radiation oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 

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Dr. Gul Basaran is a specialized Medical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul Turkey, Turkey. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gul Basaran is part of:

  • Medical Oncology Association
  • European Society of Medical Oncology
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology

Qualifications :

  • 2003 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Medical Oncology
  • 1999 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine
  • 1994 Istanbul University

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, Acbadem Hastanesi - Altunizade, Yurtcan Soka,

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Top Cancer Specialist in Turkey

About Cancer Specialists

Cancer specialists, also called oncologists, are doctors specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer. There are different types of cancer specialists based on the specific area or region they specialize in. For example, a cancer specialist who diagnoses treats and prevents the disorders of the blood, bone marrow and lymph nodes are Hematologists. A cancer specialist works in coordination with various healthcare experts for special cancer care.

If cancer is detected in a patient with symptoms of cancer, oncologist designs a treatment plan for you based on his evaluation with the details of the type of cancer you have, what is the stage of the cancer, how fast it is likely to grow and what parts of your body are or likely to get affected.

A cancer specialist manages a patient’s care throughout the course of the treatment starting with the diagnosis, including:

  • Explaining the cancer diagnosis and stage
  • Discussing all the treatment options and his or her preferred choice
  • Helping a patient manage the symptoms and side effects of cancer and cancer treatment

Procedures Performed by Cancer Specialists in Turkey

  • Cancer Surgery
  • Stem Cell Transplant
  • Chemotherapy (External Beam Radiation or Brachytherapy)
  • Bone marrow transplant
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Targeted drug therapy
  • Cryoablation
  • Radiofrequency ablation
  • Clinical trials
  • Precision Medication

Top Cancer Specialists in Turkey

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Aziz YazarAcibadem Altunizade Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Ertugrul GaziogluLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Meltem Topalgokceli SelamLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Nuran BeseAcibadem Maslak Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Tahir KaradenizLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Emel Ceylan GunayLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Huseyin Yuce BiracanBaskent University Istanbul Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Tugba CosgunLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Cancer Specialist in Turkey

It might be distressing and anxiety-inducing to discover that you have cancer-related issues that need immediate medical attention. It simply takes too much time for people on a tight schedule to travel a long distance to a doctor's office and then, inevitably, wait in long queues to be seen. You cannot afford such attempts, particularly in a malignant situation. However, online consultations with the best cross-border cancer specialists are a great way to get your problems identified, prescribed, and treated without having to waste time getting to and from the doctor's office and waiting in lines. It's a wise decision to take into account Turkish cancer specialists. We’ve compiled a list of reasons to avail an online consultation with a Medical Oncologist in Turkey-

  • Turkey is one of the top 10 destinations for medical travel worldwide. The three main benefits of receiving treatment in Turkey are the low cost of care offered by extremely skilled doctors, and the ease of access to first-rate care.
  • Many people travel to Turkey each year to receive medical treatment. The majority of these patients come from the Middle East, France, the United States, Canada, and other European countries.
  • There are many hospitals in Turkey that have been accredited by world-class organizations, including JCI. Their patient care facilities and service standards are measured against this as a benchmark.
  • These clinics/cancer care centers operate in accordance with all WHO rules and standards for treatment procedures.
  • Every cancer hospital/clinic in the country is equipped with advanced & optimal technology and a top-notch medical staff.
  • The top cancer professionals in Turkey are well-versed with extensive training and experience in the field and have dealt with extremely critical patients their entire professional careers.
  • These specialists are affiliated with several cancer-fighting professional bodies such as TACRC, UICC, TSMO, TOD, etc.
  • The use of current technologies in Turkey has made it possible for surgeons to perform painless and safe surgical procedures to remove tumors of all shapes & sizes and treat cancer effectively.
  • In order to reduce psychological stress and prevent giving unnecessary treatments; doctors make sure that there will be "No Overdiagnosis" of the patient.
  • Turkish cancer specialists offer their patients the chance to recover their health by utilizing only the most cutting-edge, effective & minimally invasive techniques.
  • Indeed, revolutionary ways are used in Turkish clinics to treat cancers such as the TrueBeam method, Radiosurgery, HIFU, Da Vinci Robot Surgeon, and Tomotherapy for treating tumors.
  • Turkey is a pioneer in affordable cancer care. It offers tumor surgery at a 70% lower cost than the rest of Europe.
  • Turkey has a large English-speaking population, proving that there is no language barrier in the country.

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Types of cancer specialists

There are three main types of cancer specialists depending on the nature of cancer treatment, including medicine, radiation, and surgery. Each treatment is handled by different specialists. A person might not need all the three types of treatments. It actually depends on the type of cancer as well as the stage of the cancer.

The three types of cancer specialists are:

  • Radiation oncologist
  • Surgical oncologist
  • Medical Oncologist

About Radiation Oncologist

A radiation oncologist is a physician who specializes in the controlled use of ionizing radiation for the treatment of cancer. Radiation oncology is a branch of oncology, which is often used in combination with the other two branches of medical oncology and surgical oncology to treat a cancer patient.

A radiation oncologist works alongside medical oncologist, surgical oncologist, radiologists, interventional radiologists, internal medicine specialists as well as physicists who form a part of multidisciplinary cancer team at the hospital. The team, based on the patient’s clinical status, develops a comprehensive treatment plan. A radiation oncologist determines the dosage and delivery method of radiation therapy to be given to the patient as per the current clinical status and medical history.

Procedures Performed by Radiation Oncologist in Turkey

Based on the area of specialization, a radiation oncologist offers procedure not limited to the following:

  • Brachytherapy
  • Internal modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Stereotactic body radiotherapy (Cyberknife, Gammaknife, X-knife)
  • Proton therapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • 3D conformal radiation
  • Adaptive radiation therapy (ART)
  • Proton therapy
  • Radioactive iodine therapy
  • Radionucleotide therapy

About Surgical Oncologist

A surgical oncologist is a surgeon specialized in treating cancer that requires surgery to remove tumors and other cancerous tissues. He performs surgeries for removing tumor or cancerous tissues and also the nearby susceptible tissues. Surgical oncologists also perform certain types of biopsies to help in the diagnosis of cancer. They work in coordination with other doctors, specialists and clinicians to help in reducing the pain, side effects, clinicians and speed up the recovery after the surgery.

A surgical oncologist is usually the first specialist doctor you will see if your primary care physician suspects that you have cancer. Surgical oncologist then performs biopsies by taking a small portion of the tissues so that it can be checked for the presence of cancer.

If the presence of cancerous cells gets confirmed, the surgical oncologist will perform surgery to remove the tumor or cancerous cells and the surrounding tissues. The surgeon will also help you prepare for and recover from any surgical procedure that you have to undergo during your cancer treatment.

Most of the patients have cancer surgery combined with other treatments like chemotherapy, radiation therapy or hormone therapy. Sometimes, non-surgical treatments (also known as neoadjuvant therapy) or post-surgery treatments (also known as adjuvant therapy) help in the prevention of cancer growth, metastasis or cancer recurrence.

Procedures Performed by Surgical Oncologist in Turkey

  • Laparoscopy
  • Robotic surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Bowel resection
  • ERBEJET2
  • Flex Robotic System
  • HIPEC Treatment
  • Vascularized lymph node transfer surgery
  • Lymphaticovenular bypass surgery
  • Pneumonectomy
  • Robotic surgery (da Vinci Surgical System)
  • Thoracotomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP)
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)

About Medical Oncologist

A medical oncologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients who have cancer of any tissue or organ. He provides treatment of cancer using systematic therapies- like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy- and biological agents.

A medical oncologist usually works in conjunction with other multi-disciplinary cancer specialists, for instance, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists or interventional radiologists, to give the best treatment outcomes. Your medical oncologist takes care of your chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy.

Medical Oncologists are the specialist that you are going to visit most often and for the longest period of time in the duration of your cancer treatment. This is because your oncologist is the specialist who will modulate your general care and coordinate your course of treatment with other specialists as well.

Procedures Performed by Medical Oncologist in Turkey

A medical oncologist performs the below, but not limited to, procedures:

  • Blood tests – to look for the markers of cancer
  • Imaging tests
  • Bone marrow aspirate or biopsy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Immunotherapy

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Who are the top Cancer Specialists in Turkey offering online consultation?

Given below are some of the most sought after cancer specialist available for online consultation in Turkey:

Who are the top Cancer Specialists from other countries?

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    • Dr. Pazaiti Anastasia
    • Dr. Angelidou Cheretis Eirini
    • Dr. Antonakis Pantelis
    • Dr. Giassas Stylianos
    • Dr. Kentepozidis Nikolaos
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Who is a Cancer Specialist?

An oncologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer. If you have cancer, a cancer specialist will design a treatment plan based on pathology reports that say what type of cancer you have, up to what extent it has developed, how quickly it is likely to spread, and what body parts are affected.

As most cancers are treated through a combination of therapies, you could see several different kinds of cancer specialists during the course of your treatment. The types of cancer specialists include:

Medical oncologists: Medical oncologists treat cancer using hormonal therapies, chemotherapy, biological therapies, and other targeted treatments. People often consider a medical oncologist as their primary cancer doctor.

Radiation oncologists: Radiation oncologists use high-energy photon beams to destroy cancer cells.

Surgical oncologists: A surgical oncologist may be the first doctor you may see if your primary care physician thinks that you have cancer. Surgical oncologists often perform a biopsy, which involves the removal of a small section of tissues to check for cancer cells.

Pediatric oncologists: A pediatric oncologist specializes in certain types of cancer, and conducts research on childhood cancers.

Gynecologic oncologists: Gynecologic oncologists can treat cancers that affect women, such as cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.

Hematologist-oncologist: Doctors who specialize in treating blood cancers likely lymphoma and leukemia are called hematologists, because they may treat blood disorders that are not cancer, like hemophilia and sickle cell anemia.

What are the qualifications of a Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist must choose a specific discipline to have expertise in a particular type of procedure. The minimum educational qualification for becoming a cancer specialist is a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Degree from an accredited university or college.

Students after passing their 12th class in the science stream need to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university. Candidates have to appear in entrance tests for getting admission in the very courses related to oncology.

Then go for an MBBS degree, after which you do a three-year:

a) M.S., followed by a three-year M.Ch. Program

b) M.D. (Medicine/ Paediatrics), topped up with a DM (Medical Oncology) qualification

c) M.D. in Radiotherapy. If you can’t do M.S. or M.D., opt for a DNB

A Master’s degree is given more credit in offering jobs or becoming a specialist in Oncology. After passing their graduation candidates can have this post-graduation course from a recognized institute in the country. Here, they are introduced about the details of topics regarding Oncology or other aspects of it which are given below-

Master’s Degree Courses-

M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology)

D.M. (Medical Oncology)

What conditions do Cancer Specialists treat?

Cancer specialistscan treat different types of cancer as given below:

  • Bladder, kidney, and other genitourinary cancers
  • Brain tumors
  • Leukemia and other blood cancers
  • Lung cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Cervical, uterine, ovarian, and other gynecologic cancers
  • Pancreatic, Colorectal, stomach, and other gastrointestinal cancers
  • Thyroid, Oral, esophageal, and other head and neck cancers
  • Testicular and prostate cancer
  • Skin cancer such as melanoma
What diagnostic tests are required by Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist suggests certain diagnostic test(s) to confirm the presence of cancer. Some common tests for cancer detection are as follows:

  • Biopsy: Tissue sample is studied to diagnose cancer.
  • Breast MRI: Imaging test is used to detect breast tissue.
  • Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: It is a type of imaging test used to detect and learn more about cancer.
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG) and Echocardiogram: Tests to find problems with the valves, heart muscle, or rhythm.
  • Mammogram: A mammogram is an X-ray used to detect cancer in breast tissue.
  • Ultrasound: An ultrasound is used to locate tumors by revealing their exact location in the body.
  • Positron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography (PET-CT) Scans: It is also known as a PET scan, which is a type of diagnostic test used in cancer treatment.
  • Colonoscopy: A colonoscopy is a way to can see the entire large intestine.
  • Bone Scan: It is a test that can help a cancer specialist diagnose problems with your bones.
When should you visit a Cancer Specialist?

Cancer can affect different tissues in the body, producing various signs and symptoms, such as fatigue, weight loss, a persistent cough, and skin changes. Anyone who experiences continuous or worrisome symptoms should consult a cancer specialist immediately. You should visit a cancer specialist if you experience any of the below symptoms:

  • Breast changes: Breast cancer often results in visible changes in the breast tissue.
  • Vaginal bleeding between periods: Irregular vaginal bleeding might signal endometrial or cervical cancers
  • Testicular lumps: A hard, painless lump inside the testicle may indicate testicular cancer.
  • Bowel changes: A persistent change in bowel habits may signal cancers of the rectum or colon, which are collectively referred to as colorectal cancers.
  • Rectal bleeding: Colorectal cancers can lead to bleeding in the digestive system. Stools could contain visible blood or look darker than usual.
  • Urinary changes: Any change in urinary habits is a symptom of both bladder and prostate cancers.
  • Skin cancer: Skin cancer can appear on any part of the skin. However, it mostly appears in areas that have exposure to the sun, like the face, arms, neck, and hands.
  • Lung cancer: Lung cancer may not always produce visible symptoms in its early stages. If symptoms appear, people may mistake them for cold or acute respiratory infections.
What can you expect from your first visit with a Cancer Specialist?

When a patient visits a clinic for the first consultation, the cancer specialist will do a thorough examination. Then, the oncologist will ask some questions and review the patient’s detailed health history. This will include an assessment of the tests and scans the patient might have had beforehand. The cancer specialist can then develop a treatment strategy that suits the patient.

At the first appointment, the cancer specialist will talk to the patient about treatment options. The oncologist will tell which ones are available at present, what the side effects may be, and how effective they are. Then the specialist will recommend a course and then suggest when the treatments should start.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Cancer Specialist?
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Targeted drug therapy
  • Cryoablation
  • Cancer Surgery
  • Stem Cell Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Clinical trials
  • Precision Medication
  • Bone marrow transplant
  • Radiofrequency ablation

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