Best Bladder cancer Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 50

Dr. Bülent Karagöz brings 33 years of oncology expertise, specializing in advanced bladder cancer treatments at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Subspecializes in tumor biology and cancer immunotherapy
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Author of 40+ publications in cancer research
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Provides consultations in English and Turkish

Prof. Ilker Tinay specializes in bladder cancer surgery and reconstruction at Anadolu Medical Center – a Johns Hopkins-affiliated hospital.

• Head of the Oncourology Department with leadership roles in uro-oncology associations
• Expert in minimally invasive surgery and neo-bladder reconstruction techniques
• Board member of the International Bladder Cancer Network
• Member of the European Association of Urology and American College of Surgeons

Dr. Cenk Acar is a urological surgeon at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 500 surgeries for urological cancers. He was the first doctor in Turkey to apply bipolar prostate enucleation. Dr. Acar completed a fellowship in robotic and laparoscopic surgery at The Netherlands Cancer Institute.

• Performed over 250 HOLEP procedures for benign prostate enlargement.
• Expert in intraoperative fluorescence imaging for robotic urological surgeries.
• Specializes in sentinel lymph node dissections for prostate cancer treatment.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Abdulmuttalip Simsek is a urological surgeon at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in robotic and reconstructive surgery for complex urological conditions. Dr. Simsek holds the rank of Professor and completed reconstructive urology training in the UK. He treats a wide range of cancers including kidney, prostate, and bladder malignancies.

• Performs HoLEP for benign prostatic hyperplasia and penile prosthesis surgery.
• Expert in reconstructive procedures such as urethroplasty and hypospadias surgery.
• Treats sexual health conditions, including erectile dysfunction and Peyronie's disease.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility known for oncology and robotic surgery excellence.

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in medical oncology and chemotherapy, focusing particularly on bladder cancer treatment at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Trained at Ankara University and Istanbul University – top medical schools in Turkey
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey on the minor specialty exam
• Active in international clinical studies for medical oncology
• Former head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
• Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Tunc Ozdemir is the Head of Urology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He performed Turkey’s first robotic sacrocolpopexy operations. Dr. Ozdemir helped establish the first robotic urologic surgery program in the country. He focuses on uro-oncology, specifically prostate cancer and kidney tumor treatment.

• Professor of Urology at Bilim University with fellowship training at the European Oncology Center.
• Winner of the Karl Storz Second Prize for robotic prostatectomy research.
• Received the Best Video Presentation Award at the Istanbul Robotic Urology Symposium.
• Specializes in Da Vinci prostatectomy, HIFU treatment, and laser prostate surgery.

Dr. Ayshe Okumush is a radiation oncologist at Private NeoLife Medical Center. She earned her MD from Karadeniz Technical University in 2003. She completed a residency in radiation oncology at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital from 2006 to 2011.

She served as a specialist at Diyarbakir Uckuyular Training and Research Hospital from 2011 to 2013 and at Sisli Etfal from 2013 to 2016. She then worked at Yeni Yuzyil University Private Gaziosmanpasa Hospital from 2016 to 2026. She joined NeoLife in 2026.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO). Clinical focus: SRS, SRT, SBRT; VMAT, IMRT; radiotherapy for head and neck, lung, and brain tumors; SGRT, TBI, and 3D brachytherapy.

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in bladder cancer treatment at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, bringing decades of focused expertise.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Medical Faculty
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Extensive experience in gastrointestinal oncology

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in Radiation Oncology with advanced technologies like Truebeam Stx and Halcyons.

• Over 30 years of experience in radiation oncology
• Specializes in head and neck cancers alongside bladder cancer
• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist. His work focuses on metabolically supported chemotherapy (MSCT), ketogenic diet–supported cancer care, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and insulin potentiation therapy. He emphasizes care for breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers.

He is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Neolife Medical Center (2026–present). He previously served at Private Bahçelievler Medical Park (2013–2026), Medicana Beylikdüzü (2010–2013), Silivri Anadolu (2009–2010), Diyarbakır Training and Research (2008–2009), and Bursa Çekirge State (2006–2008). Earlier, he worked as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1997–2003). He was an Assistant Professor at Altınbaş University (2014–2026).

Training: Medical Oncology subspecialty, Marmara University (2003–2006). Internal Medicine, Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune (1992–1996). Medicine, Uludağ University (1985–1990). Member, Medical Oncology Association (since 2004). His recent research (2019–2020) covers gastric, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers. Topics include long‑term survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer and feasibility in metastatic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Specialized in urogenital cancers at Anadolu Medical Center – over 29 years focused on bladder cancer treatments.

• Board-certified in medical oncology with advanced training at Cerrahpaşa Medical School
• Member of Turkish Medical Oncology Society and Lung Cancer Society
• Previously served at leading hospitals like Medical Park and research institutions
• Handles complex cases including urothelial carcinomas and metastatic disease

900+ procedures performed – Dr. Keskin specializes in personalized therapy for complex cancers at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 25 years of experience in medical oncology
• Internationally recognized expert in targeted therapies
• Ranked 1st in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
• Member of ASCO and ESMO

Dr. Solak completed his fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, specializing in complex oncology cases.

• Deals with various cancers including bladder, breast, and lung
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Specialized in oncology at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Works at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Professor Yesim Yildirim is a specialist in immunotherapy and targeted treatments, which are key modern approaches to managing cancer. She has contributed to 80+ international scientific publications and textbooks.

• Professor of Medical Oncology at Haliç University
• Focuses on treating breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Authoritative member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Trained at centers like Rambam Medical Centre in Israel
• Has worked as a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center since 2011

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Dr. Seref Komurcu is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, lung, colorectal, and solid cancers. Dr. Komurcu holds both ECFMG and ESMO certifications. He previously served as a professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Published over 110 scientific papers on cancer management.
• Provides immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy treatments.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.