Bladder cancer Doctors in test — Page 4

Dr. Amiel is the Head of the Urology Department at Rambam Medical Center, focusing on cancer surgery. His role highlights deep expertise in complex urological cases.

• Specializes as an oncosurgeon for urinary system cancers
• Provides care at a major university hospital in Israel

Urologist, Surgeon

Dr. Mohamed Mahmoud Abdelhakim is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at Cairo University’s National Cancer Institute. He serves as the Head of Radiation Oncology at Shefa al Orman Hospital. Dr. Abdelhakim treats complex cancers, including breast, soft tissue sarcoma, and gynecologic tumors. He is a member of ESTRO and ESMO.

• Performs image-guided brachytherapy and stereotactic radiotherapy.
• Uses IMRT, VMAT, SRS, and SBRT for precise tumor targeting.
• Provides total body and total skin irradiation for bone marrow transplants.
• Practices at ESMO-accredited Shefa al Orman Hospital in Luxor.

Dr. Maha Yahia is a medical and hemato-oncologist at Shefaa Al Orman International Oncology Hospitals. She served as a Lieutenant Colonel physician in the Egyptian Armed Forces Medical Corps. Dr. Yahia specializes in treatment planning for breast, thoracic, and gastrointestinal cancers. She focuses on immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and complex chemotherapy protocols.

• Former Head of the Clinical Research Support Team at Maadi AFMC.
• Trained at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, in hemato-oncology.
• Treats genitourinary, gynecologic, and rare cancers alongside hematologic conditions.
• Works at an ESMO-accredited center that treats 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Yurdakul specializes in uro-oncology with advanced training from Cleveland Clinic Ohio and University of Pittsburgh, focusing on bladder cancer treatments.

• 76 years of experience of experience in urology and uro-oncology
• Published 16 international and 58 national scientific articles
• Trained in microvascular surgery at Mercy University
• Speaker and session chairman at national urology meetings

Dr. Emad Shash is a medical oncologist who has participated in over 70 oncology clinical trials. He serves as the Medical Director of the Breast Comprehensive Cancer Hospital at NCI. Dr. Shash specializes in systemic therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. He holds a Diploma in Hospital Quality Management and Patient Safety from JCI.

• Serves as an ESMO panel voting member and an ASCO committee member.
• Treats breast, gynecologic, genitourinary, thoracic, gastrointestinal, and rare cancers.
• Former research physician and medical lead at the EORTC in Brussels.
• Works at Shefaa Al Orman, an ESMO-accredited oncology center treating 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Raanan Berger is the Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He was listed in Forbes Israel’s “Best Doctors” in 2025. Dr. Berger specializes in genitourinary oncology and radiates complex prostate tumors. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Institute.

• Heads the clinical research unit focusing on molecular oncology.
• Co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed papers on prostate cancer and BRCA mutations.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Performs systemic therapy and radiotherapy at a Top-10 globally ranked hospital.

Dr. Nir Kleinmann directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a pioneer in kidney-sparing laser surgery for complex tumors. Forbes and ResultMed named him among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025 and 2026. Dr. Kleinmann uses a unique dual-laser system to preserve organ function during cancer treatment.

• Completed urological fellowships at Thomas Jefferson University and McMaster University.
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for UTUC, kidney stones, and prostate cancer.
• Served as a researcher in the OLYMPUS trial for non-surgical chemoablation.
• Fellow of the American Endourology Society with over 60 scientific publications.

Radiotherapist specializing in bladder cancer treatment at Assuta Medical Center.

• Specialized in radiation therapy
• Has experience treating various oncological conditions
• Practices evidence-based treatment approaches

Dr. Elkhan Mammadov is a medical oncologist. He focuses on cancer diagnosis and treatment, including cytotoxic chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy (smart drugs), and immunotherapy.

Education: Azerbaijan Medical University, MD (2004–2010). Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine training (2014–2019). Istanbul Medipol Mega University Hospital, Medical Oncology subspecialty training (2019–2022).

Experience: 5 years in Internal Medicine. 3 years in Medical Oncology.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Medical Oncology. ESMO (European Society for Medical Oncology). ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology).

Specialist in oncourology – focuses exclusively on bladder cancer at Assuta Medical Center.

• Urologist with deep expertise in bladder cancer treatment
• Works at Assuta Medical Center – a leading oncology facility
• Dedicated to oncourology, ensuring specialized care

Uzm. Dr. Erkan Göcen is a Radiation Oncology Specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital (Optimed Health Group). He graduated from İstanbul University, İstanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) in 2003.

Career: He trained and practiced in Radiation Oncology from 2010 to 2012. He worked in public and private health institutions from 2012 to 2016. He served in the private medical sector as a Radiation Oncology Specialist from 2016 to 2023. He has been at Optimed Hospital since 2024.

Clinical interests: cancers of the brain, head and neck, esophagus, stomach, colorectal, pancreas, prostate, bladder, lung, soft tissues (sarcomas), skin, uterus and cervix, and breast. Affiliations: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and Tekirdağ Medical Chamber. Languages: English and Turkish.

Assoc. Prof. Serap Kaya brings specialized oncology expertise from academic hospitals to Emsey Hospital.

• Specialized in Medical Oncology at Kocaeli University
• Practiced at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital
• Current faculty member at Emsey Hospital
• Experienced in both adult and pediatric oncology

Dr. Pastrana is a board-certified surgical oncologist specializing in bladder cancer at Galenia Hospital, with extensive experience in surgical oncology.

• Board-certified by Conacem from 2020 to 2030
• Member of Sociedad Mexicana de Oncología (SMEO)
• University teacher at Universidad Anahuac of Medicine
• Trained at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre Issste

1,100+ oncology procedures performed – Prof. Jaeger is a top German oncologist according to Focus rating.

• Head of Oncology and Hematology at Nordwest Clinic
• 41 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Professor and member of EORTC expert committee
• Publications cited over 7,000 times in scientific literature
• Specializes in sarcoma and oncohematology

Dr. Tuncay Tas is a urological surgeon at Safe Urology Clinic in Istanbul. He is one of the first five doctors globally to publish results on P-Shot applications. Dr. Tas specializes in urological oncology and male sexual health. He completed his fellowship at Heidelberg University in Germany. His practice focuses on regenerative medicine and robotic surgery for cancer.

• Developed a surgical technique for penile enhancement with a UK-based certification.
• Introduced combined PRP and stem cell penile injections to Turkey.
• Performs robotic prostatectomies and kidney-sparing surgeries.
• Member of the International Society for Stem Cells Applications.

Performed 500+ minimally invasive fundoplication procedures – Dr. Braun specializes in GERD treatment using laparoscopic techniques.

• 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgery
• Member of the Italian Society of Obesity Surgery (SICOB)
• Specializes in complex GERD cases and personalized treatment plans

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy specializes in bladder cancer treatment at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing extensive research and clinical trial experience.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology
• Participated in multiple international clinical trials for urothelial carcinoma
• Published research on prognostic factors in metastatic bladder cancer
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

Prof. Dr. Senem Karabulut specializes in genitourinary cancers, including bladder cancer, with extensive experience in immunotherapies and targeted treatments.

• Board-certified in Medical Oncology with ESMO qualification
• PhD in Molecular Oncology – focuses on advanced treatments
• Professor at Istanbul University – trains future oncologists
• Awarded for research excellence in oncology