Abdullah Sakin

Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a medical oncologist. He is an associate professor and specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital. He previously led the Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University. Dr. Sakin focuses on systemic therapies for solid tumors.

Clinical Focus and Expertise

Dr. Sakin treats cancers of the digestive, respiratory, and reproductive systems. He treats conditions including lung cancer, breast cancer, and gastrointestinal malignancies. His approach involves treatments such as:

• Immunotherapy using agents like Keytruda (Pembrolizumab)
• Molecular targeted biological therapies
• Chemotherapy for sarcomas and solid tumors
• Hormone therapy and androgen deprivation for prostate cancer
• Care for advanced-stage liver and lung cancers

Professional Leadership and Experience

Dr. Sakin has held academic and clinical leadership positions in Turkey. He served as an Education Officer at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital. His experience includes:

• 2022 – Specialist, Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital
• 2021 – Medical Oncology Clinic Education Officer, Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
• 2020–2021 – Associate Professor and Head of Medical Oncology, Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• 2018–2021 – Lecturer, Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• 2015–2018 – Medical Oncology Sub-branch Assistant, Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• 2012–2015 – Internal Medicine Specialist, Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Training and Research Hospital
• 2006–2008 – General Practitioner, Kızıltepe No. 3 Health Center

Education and Training

The doctor completed specialized medical training at Turkish institutions. He earned his medical degree from Uludağ University. Furthermore, he pursued internal medicine and oncology specialties. His academic background includes:

• 2018 – Medical Oncology Specialization, İstanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• 2012 – Internal Medicine Specialization, İstanbul Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• 2007 – Medical Degree, Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine