Chemotherapy for lung cancer Doctors in test — Page 2

Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, with extensive research and clinical expertise in lung cancer treatment.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2018
• Published multiple studies on lung cancer outcomes and treatment efficacy
• Specializes in personalized chemotherapy protocols for lung cancer patients

Specialized in medical oncology with 27 years of experience of experience – Dr. Ozden focuses on personalized lung cancer treatment.

• Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Medical oncology subspecialty from Kocaeli University
• Served as an internal medicine specialist for 27 years of experience
• Currently practices at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with a focus on lung cancer treatment at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 20 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a leading medical institution in Turkey
• Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols for lung cancer

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. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.

• Chair of the Israel Lung Cancer Group.
• Board-certified in both Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology.
• Treats patients at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 globally ranked hospital.
• Uses molecular and genetic profiling to create precise cancer treatment plans.

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence is the Chair of Radiation Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in precision radiation therapy and neuro-oncology. Dr. Lawrence pioneered celiac plexus radiosurgery for pancreatic cancer pain management. He holds the FASTRO designation, one of the highest honors in his specialty.

• Leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at Sheba Medical Center.
• Performs stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors and nervous system cancers.
• Authored over 280 scientific publications on personalized radiation protocols.
• Completed radiation oncology fellowship training at Thomas Jefferson University.

Dr. Kurt Rasche is the Chief of Pulmonology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal. He heads the certified Lung Cancer Center and the department of sleep medicine. With decades of clinical practice, he focuses on chronic lung diseases and breathing disorders. Dr. Rasche treats patients at a hospital seeing 150,000 people annually.

• Specialist in internal medicine, pulmonology, allergology, and intensive care.
• Treats complex conditions including COPD, asthma, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
• Performs bronchoscopic balloon dilatation and lung cancer surgery.
• Leads a center certified by the German Cancer Society.

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.

Assoc. Prof. Ayse Irem Yasin specializes in lung cancer treatment at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with international training and ESMO certification.

• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• ESMO Board Certified – recognized European oncology standard
• International observerships at leading cancer centers in Italy and the US
• Associate professor with academic and clinical expertise

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in lung cancer and has published over 50 scientific articles on oncology and geriatric care.

• Expert in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for solid tumors
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Fellowship-trained in Medical Oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Focuses on cancer-related malnutrition and geriatric oncology

Prof. Paksoy is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist with a strong focus on lung cancer, participating in international clinical trials for advanced treatments.

• Completed medical oncology fellowship at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Published multiple studies on lung cancer treatments and outcomes
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University's Department of Medical Oncology
• Participated as subinvestigator in Pfizer's ALK-positive NSCLC trial

Dr. Shaunak presented research on stomach cancer at the elite Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium by ASCO. He specializes in targeted therapies and the molecular basis of cancer.

• Completed DNB in Medical Oncology from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
• Senior Residency in Internal Medicine at Shyam Shah Medical College
• Registrar in Medical Oncology at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital
• Delivered lectures at International Winter School of Oncology

Dr. Lalit has performed over 10,000 major surgeries, with a focus on minimally invasive cancer surgeries for excellent outcomes.

• Fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata
• Specializes in gastrointestinal cancer surgeries
• Co-principal investigator in multiple original research studies
• Assistant Professor at State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital
• Known for patient-friendly and ethical approach

Dr. Sadir Alrawi is a board-certified surgical oncologist. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal, head and neck, minimally invasive, breast, and colorectal cancers. He also has expertise in heated chemoperfusion. Dr. Alrawi serves as the Director of Oncology Services at VPS Hospital system in the UAE and MENA region. He oversees several tertiary referral cancer centers.

Dr. Alrawi holds both American and British board certifications. He completed fellowships at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. He has previously led oncology divisions at Al Zahra Hospital, Tawam Hospital (a Johns Hopkins affiliate), and 21st Century Oncology in Florida. Dr. Alrawi has published widely and given many invited talks. He remains active in oncology research and education.

Handled more than 30,000 PET scans and 1,000 thyroid cancer patients – Dr. Borde brings extensive nuclear medicine expertise to lung cancer care.

• 11 years of experience of experience in nuclear medicine
• Specializes in PET-CT scans and radioiodine therapies
• Published papers in various medical journals
• Works at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre

Dr. Shruti Kate specializes in lung cancer treatment and presented her research at the World Conference on Lung Cancer in Toronto – a solo recipient of India's travel award.

• Trained at Tata Memorial Hospital – a leading cancer center
• Expertise in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for advanced cancers
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and IASCLC – top oncological societies
• Treats all solid tumors, including lung and breast cancers

Dr. Shaikh specializes in organ preservation and functional rehabilitation for oral cancer patients, ensuring quality of life.

• 15 years of experience of experience in Surgical Oncology
• Expertise in major maxillofacial and head & neck surgeries
• Fellowship-trained in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
• Focused on preventive oral hygiene and early diagnosis
• Researcher with multiple publications in the field

Dr. Sridhar P.S. is a radiation oncologist with specialized training in radiotherapy for lung cancer treatment.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Trained in radiotherapy at Banaras Hindu University
• Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy
• Member of several prestigious oncology societies