Yesim Yildirim
- Specialization: Clinical oncologist
- 22 years of experience
- accreditations:
- Speaks:English, Russian, Turkish
- Online consultations: available
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
Professor Yesim Yıldırım has authored over 80 international publications, including a co-authored handbook on advanced cancer care. She has been an oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center for over 22.
- Specializes in targeted therapies and cancer immunotherapy for ovarian cancer
- Holds a senior academic rank as a professor at Haliç University
- Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- Completed specialized training in the UK at Mount Vernon Cancer Center
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Doctor's services
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
- Chemotherapy for breast cancer
- Chemotherapy for prostate cancer
- Chemotherapy for uterine cancer
- Immunotherapy for breast cancer
- Immunotherapy for lung cancer
- Immunotherapy for kidney cancer
- Hormone therapy
- Chemotherapy for liver cancer
- Chemotherapy for larynx cancer
- Chemotherapy for lung cancer
- Hormone therapy for prostate cancer
- Immunotherapy for prostate cancer
- Chemotherapy for uterine cancer
- Chemoembolization of the liver
- Lymphoma chemotherapy
- Chemotherapy for colon cancer
- Chemotherapy for stomach cancer
- Chemotherapy for ovarian cancer
- Chemotherapy for kidney cancer
- Chemotherapy for testicular cancer
- Chemotherapy for gallbladder cancer
- Chemotherapy for esophageal carcinoma
- Chemotherapy for Brain Tumor
- Chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer
- Chemotherapy for Sarcomas
- PET/CT
- Mammography
- Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Complete blood count
- Extended analysis of blood
- Tumor Marker Blood Test
- Consultation with an oncologist
- Kidney biopsy
- Breast biopsy
- Liver biopsy
- Lung biopsy
- Pancreas biopsy
- Thyroid biopsy
- Online Consultation with Oncologist
- Cancer screening
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Certifications & accreditations
Qualifications
Specialization and Cancer Care
Dr. Yıldırım treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. She also offers care for melanoma, kidney cancer, and various sarcomas. The doctor specializes in immunotherapy and targeted therapies, which identify specific cancer cell markers. This approach protects healthy tissues while attacking malignant cells. Additionally, she provides chemoembolization for liver cancer and hormone therapy for prostate cancer.
Academic and Professional Background
Prof. Yıldırım is a lecturer at Haliç University in Istanbul. She founded the Turkish Gastrointestinal Oncology Network. Furthermore, she completed an MBA in Healthcare Management at Bilgi University. She also underwent specialized training in immunology in Switzerland. Her research Hirsch index of 7 reflects her impact on the medical community. Dr. Yıldırım speaks English, Turkish, and intermediate Russian.
Work Experience
- 2011–Present — Medical Oncology Specialist at Anadolu Medical Center, Istanbul
- 2010–2011 — Assistant Professor at Acibadem University School of Medicine
- Medical Oncologist at Acibadem Kozyatagi Hospital
- Medical Oncologist at Sivas Numune Hospital
- Associate Professor degree in medical oncology (2011)
- ESMO examination certificate (2010)
Education and Training
- 1999 — Hacettepe University Medical School — MD Degree
- 2004 — Rambam Medical Centre — Advanced oncology tuition, Israel
- 2007 — Başkent University — Medical Oncology Specialty
- 2015 — Mount Vernon Cancer Center — Training in Immunooncology, UK
- Gazi University — Internal Medicine Fellowship
Awards and Fellowships
- 2004 — Middle East Cancer Consortium (MECC) Grant for advanced training, Israel
- 2005 — Hans Wyder Fellowship for ESO’s Advanced Immunology Course, Switzerland
- 2005 — Orazio Rudell Fellowship for Colorectal Conference, London
- 2006 — 5th Masterclass in Medical Oncology, Malta
Scientific Publications
The doctor has authored over 80 national and international publications. She also contributed to several medical textbooks. Her notable works include:
- Co-author — Handbook of Advanced Cancer Care Treatment
- Co-author — Precision Medicine in Cancer and Non-communicable Disease
Professional Memberships
- European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- European School of Oncology (ESO)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- International Society of Gastrointestinal Oncology (ISGIO)
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