Best Melanoma Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 33

900+ melanoma procedures performed – Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 33 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Published 40+ research papers in cancer studies

Prof. Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in metastatic malignant melanoma and has a leadership role in cancer case evaluations at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Board-certified in medical oncology with over 21 years of experience of experience
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey's medical oncology specialty exam
• Leads international clinical studies in oncology
• Served as head researcher at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital

Mustafa Solak has performed 1,100+ cancer treatments, including melanoma, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 20 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Worked at University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Specializes in various cancers, including melanoma

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.

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology, with a strong focus on prostate cancer and conformal treatments at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Experienced in using advanced technologies like Truebeam Stx and Halcyons
• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Specializes in head and neck cancers alongside radiation oncology

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

900+ treatments performed – Dr. Serkan Keskin is a top-ranked medical oncologist specializing in advanced melanoma therapies.

• Ranked first in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
• Published 42 articles in international oncology journals
• Member of ASCO and ESMO – leading global oncology societies
• 25 years of experience of experience treating complex cancer cases
• Expert in chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapies

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with over 80 international publications and co-authored books.

• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Trained in Melanoma and Kidney Cancer Clinic at Mount Vernon Cancer Center
• Professor at Haliç University, Istanbul
• Over 22 years of experience of experience at Anadolu Medical Center

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur is an experienced medical oncologist with over a decade of specialized practice in melanoma and other cancers at top Turkish hospitals.

• Associate professor with extensive research in oncology
• Authored 20+ papers and 10+ book chapters on medical oncology
• Recipient of the 2012 Oncology Research Award
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology

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.

Professor of Medical Oncology with over 29 years of experience of experience – Dr. Saglam leads the department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with extensive fellowship training
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Published research and clinical experience in melanoma treatment

Trained in plastic surgery for cancer patients at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – a world leader. He performs reconstructions after skin tumor removal.

• Over 31 years of experience of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Expert in microsurgery for complex reconstructions after burns or cancer
• Treats both adult and pediatric cases
• Professor and author of over 60 scientific publications
• Member of the World Society For Reconstructive Microsurgery

Dr. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in treating breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple oncology centers
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Treats a wide range of cancer types with a comprehensive approach

Specialized in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Over 16 years of experience of surgical experience
• Trained at multiple prestigious universities including Ondokuz Mayıs and Istanbul University
• Specializes in oncological cancer surgery techniques
• Completed advanced laparoscopic surgery training in 2010

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating colon, breast, gastric, and lung cancers. He previously served as the Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital. Dr. Atci is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Author of 19 peer-reviewed papers on gastrointestinal, thoracic, and endocrine cancers.
• Published studies on survival outcomes for stage IIB colon cancer in the Journal of Chemotherapy.
• Researches prognostic biomarkers using PET/CT scans and metabolic tumor volume.
• Treats complex oncological cases at the university-affiliated İstinye University clinic.

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic tumors. He serves as a professor at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Cicin previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force.

• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including gynecologic, orthopedic, and neuro-oncology cases.
• Expert in HIPEC and chemoembolization for liver and abdominal malignancies.
• Works at a 300-bed university hospital with 33 medical departments.

Dr. Erkan Karatas specializes in complex head and neck surgeries with extensive international training across Europe and the US.

• Trained at top institutions including The Ohio State University and Hannover Medical School
• Member of multiple prestigious otolaryngology and head & neck surgery associations
• Special focus on otology and neurotology procedures
• Participates in international medical education and training programs