Chemotherapy for prostate cancer Doctors in test — Page 2

Dr. Mariam Abu Zeid is a clinical oncologist at Shefaa Al Orman International Oncology Hospitals. She is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology. Dr. Abu Zeid treats solid tumors and hematologic cancers. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Oncology and Nuclear Medicine from Ain Shams University.

• Administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted treatments for various cancer types.
• Oversees oncology clinical trials and manages treatment-related toxicities.
• Coordinates patient care within multidisciplinary teams for complex staging and diagnosis.
• Practices at an ESMO-accredited center that treats approximately 6,000 patients annually.

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. 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. 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.

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.

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.

Assoc. Prof. Ayse Irem Yasin specializes in urological cancers, including prostate cancer, at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Trained in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Completed observerships at top international hospitals
• ESMO Board Certified – among top oncology professionals globally
• Expertise spans advanced chemotherapy protocols for prostate cancer

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy, a medical oncologist at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializes in chemotherapy for prostate cancer with extensive clinical trial experience.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology
• Contributor to 8 international clinical trials on advanced cancer treatments
• Published multiple studies on novel chemotherapy protocols
• Specializes in personalized treatment approaches for prostate cancer

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for prostate cancer at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in oncology
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Expert in geriatric oncology and cancer-related malnutrition
• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University

Dr. Shaunak Valame presented his research on stomach cancer at the elite Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium by ASCO.

• Trained in Medical Oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
• Specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies
• Experience as Registrar in Medical Oncology at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital
• Delivered lectures at International Winter School of Oncology at AIIMS

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

Prof. Dr. Gül Alço is a radiation oncologist with about 27 years of experience. She treats breast, lung, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, central nervous system, head and neck, soft tissue, and bone cancers with radiotherapy.

Her expertise includes adaptive radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She uses advanced radiation techniques to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered setting.

Over 50,000 cancer surgeries performed – Dr. Raj Nagarkar brings vast experience to prostate cancer treatment at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Trained at Tata Memorial Hospital and Royal College of Surgeons
• Involved in 200+ clinical trials for new treatments
• Special focus on Breast and Thoracic Surgical Oncology
• Professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology

Assoc. Dr. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in prostate cancer treatment.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Extensive experience in internal medicine and oncology

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.

Dr. Lalit Banswal performs minimal invasive cancer surgeries with excellent outcomes – at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• 15 years of experience of surgical oncology experience
• Performed over 10,000 major surgeries
• Trained in gastrointestinal cancer at Tata Medical Centre
• Published multiple national and international research papers
• Known for patient-friendly and ethical approach

Dr. Shaikh specializes in oral cancer surgeries and functional rehabilitation at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• 15 years of experience of focused experience in surgical oncology
• Fellowship-trained in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
• Expert in organ preservation techniques
• Proficient in major maxillofacial surgeries
• Published researcher in the field

Expert in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for advanced cancers – Dr. Kate trained at Tata Memorial Hospital, one of India's top cancer centers.

• Specializes in lung, breast, and genitourinary cancers
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and other leading oncology societies
• Presented lung cancer research at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Recipient of the prestigious WCLC travel award in 2018