Page 4 - Best oncologists in Istanbul: TOP 171 doctors

Prof. Dr. M. Emre Üstündağ is a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze. He has been a professor at Kocaeli University since 2006. He completed his MD and ENT residency at Istanbul University between 1983 and 1995. He has worked at Istanbul and Kocaeli universities and at Acıbadem hospitals. He has also maintained a private practice since 2006.

Clinical focus: head and neck oncology and surgery; rhinology and rhinoplasty; laryngology; septoplasty; sleep apnea surgery.

He completed international training in Ireland (Ardkeen). In Germany, he trained in Tübingen; Freiburg (otology, 4 months); and Regensburg (rhinology, 4 months). In the USA, he trained at Stanford in laryngology and sleep apnea (4 months). He has 47 international articles and 788 citations (Google Scholar, Jan 2026). He is a member of the Turkish ORL-HNS, the Istanbul University ENT Association, and the German ORL-HNS.

Specializing in oncology with extensive experience across multiple hospitals in Turkey, Dr. Erkan Dogan provides comprehensive cancer care at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Over 15 years dedicated to medical oncology and internal medicine
• Worked at top institutions including Medical Park Bahçelievler and Yuzuncuyil University
• Provides care for a diverse range of cancer types

Specializes in Medical Oncology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with extensive experience in cancer care and treatment.

• Over 15 years in oncology and internal medicine
• Worked at leading hospitals like Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Skilled in both clinical practice and research
• Member of the Medical Oncology community

35+ years specializing in neurosurgery – Prof. Akalan uses advanced techniques like the O-arm Imaging System at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in pediatric epilepsy and glioma cases
• Published 117 scientific papers on neurosurgery
• Co-authored 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery'
• Uses ultrasound-guided techniques to minimize complications

1,100+ cancer treatments performed – Dr. Ozadli specializes in gastrointestinal and thoracic cancers at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital – a leading center in Turkey
• Specializes in lung, esophageal, gastric, and breast cancers
• Published researcher with work available on Google Scholar
• Assistant Professor with 21 years of medical oncology experience

Specializes in radiation oncology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, one of Turkey's leading medical centers.

• Focused exclusively on radiation therapy for cancer treatment
• Affiliated with Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• Experienced in treating various cancer types with precise radiation techniques

One of Turkey's top sarcoma specialists – Dr. Ahmet Bilici focuses on rare and complex cases at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 20+ years of dedicated oncology experience
• Expert in lung cancer and sarcoma treatments
• Professor in Medical Oncology at Medipol
• Personally reviews patient medical documents

30+ years pioneering advanced radiation therapies – Dr. Igdem focuses on prostate and head and neck cancers at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in conformal treatments and novel radiation technologies
• Thesis analyzed 600+ cases of postmenopausal breast cancer
• Trained at prestigious institutions like University of Vienna and Bonn
• Residency at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine

Professor Tamer Atasever brings 39 years of nuclear medicine expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital, specializing in advanced diagnostic imaging for cancer.

• Trained at Ankara University's Department of Nuclear Medicine
• Former Director of Nuclear Medicine at Ankara Order Laboratory
• Member of both Turkish and European Nuclear Medicine Associations
• Professorship roles at Gazi University's Nuclear Medicine Department

Dr. Murat Atay trained in lymphatic mapping and sentinel node techniques at MDA Cancer Center – a leading US oncology hospital.

• 25+ years specializing in breast and thyroid surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for breastfeeding mothers
• Skilled in sophisticated diagnostic techniques
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Mehmet Faik Cetindag has over 30 years of oncology expertise, with a strong focus on head and neck cancers. His research and publications have significantly advanced the field.

• Specialized in radiation oncology at Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Authored 22 international journal articles and presented 14 papers globally
• Skilled in chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and prostatectomy procedures
• Formerly served at top oncology research hospitals in Turkey

Prof. Dr. Mesut Polat has performed 1,100+ gynecologic oncology procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, specializing in cervical cancer.

• 20+ years of experience in gynecologic oncology
• Board-certified in oncogynecology
• Affiliated with Memorial Ataşehir – a leading oncology center
• Trained at Istanbul Medeniyet University's Gynecological Oncology Surgery Center

Prof. Necmettin Akdeniz brings extensive academic and clinical expertise in dermatology, specializing in skin-related oncology cases.

• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – a leading center for oncology care
• Former Head of Department at Medeniyet University, overseeing dermatology programs
• Visiting scholar at Pittsburgh University, enhancing international expertise
• Professor and lecturer with a focus on dermatological oncology and research

Dr. Ferhatoglu specializes in medical oncology with a strong focus on lung and thyroid cancers – publishing multiple studies on treatment outcomes.

• Over 15 years of experience in medical oncology
• Published research on adrenal gland metastasis in lung cancer
• Expertise in systemic treatments for medullary thyroid carcinoma
• Member of research teams at major Istanbul hospitals

Specialist in gastrointestinal and urogenital cancers with published research on treatment outcomes – Dr. Sec represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.

• Focuses on complex cases including rare tumors and high-risk breast cancer
• Published multiple studies on prognostic factors in lung and gastric cancers
• Member of key oncology associations with extensive research contributions
• Handles both common and rare cancers with personalized approaches

Dr. Selami Albayrak focuses on urological oncology, specializing in prostate and testicular cancer treatments at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Provides personalized treatment plans for each patient
• Expert in prostatectomies and other urological surgeries
• Practices at one of Istanbul's leading university hospitals
• Dedicated to patient-centered urological oncology care

15+ years treating rare gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Author of 17+ peer-reviewed medical oncology articles published in international journals.
• Expert in diagnosing complex paraneoplastic syndromes – unusual disease presentations.
• Holds a professorship in oncology – actively training other doctors.
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).