Best Lung cancer stage 4 doctors in Istanbul: TOP 35 doctors

Author of 40+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy); member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head & Neck Society.

Why patients choose Dr. Bülent Karagöz:

• Treatment based on U.S. protocols through Anadolu Medical Center’s strategic collaboration with a leading U.S. institution — Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• 40+ scientific publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy).
• Former department head (GATA) and professor/department chair (Okan University, Turkey) — leadership and clinical experience at major centers.
• Treats solid tumors (e.g., breast, lung, colorectal), applying modern regimens guided by tumor biology.
• Anadolu Medical Center holds ESMO designation and JCI accreditation — meaning the doctor treats according to international protocols, within a multidisciplinary team, with strict safety oversight.

1,100 procedures and 28 years of experience in medical oncology – Serkan Keskin specializes in breast cancer treatment. He holds first-place rankings in national proficiency exams.

• Trained in oncology at Istanbul University Institute
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and Turkish oncologist societies
• Awarded Best Poster at the 19th National Cancer Congress
• Uses chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy
• Focuses on internal medicine with hospital-level training

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center, specializing in the use of chemotherapy and new treatment protocols.

• 16 years of professional medical experience
• Specializes in medical oncology and chemotherapy for cancer
• Placed third in Turkey's competitive oncology specialization exam
• Managed the oncology department at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Participated in numerous international clinical trials for new cancer treatments

Dr. Solak specializes in lung cancer treatment with fellowship training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute – one of Turkey's leading oncology centers.

• Completed residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Handles complex cases of breast, testicular, ovarian, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Member of Turkish Medical Association

Prof. Hüseyin Baloğlu is a pathology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center in Gebze, Kocaeli, Turkey. He focuses on molecular pathology, surgical pathology, and tumour biopsy and diagnostics.

Education and accreditations: MD, GATA Medical School (1986). Pathology specialty training, GATA (1992). Associate Professor (Doçent), GATA (2004). Visiting scholar at Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York) and Heidelberg University.

Achievements: author of over 600 peer‑reviewed publications. Holds a patent in molecular diagnostics for thyroid cancer. Leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services.

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in medical oncology with a focus on gastrointestinal and lung cancers at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Medical Faculty
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Over 20 years of experience in oncology

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

• Over 25 years of experience in radiation oncology
• Expertise in head and neck cancers
• Professor at T.R Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Uses conformal treatments for precise radiation therapy

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in advanced lung cancer cases.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Research Hospital
• Extensive experience in both academic and clinical settings
• Specializes in complex stage 4 lung cancer treatments

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2014). He treats breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers; in medical oncology since 2003. Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Why patients choose and trust Dr. Karaaslan:

• Manages complex cases of breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers — applies modern systemic therapy tailored to the tumor type and stage.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and patient education materials on chemo- and immunotherapy.
• Practices at a center with ESMO Designated Centre status and JCI accreditation, within a strategic collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International — one of the leading U.S. medical institutions. For patients, this means care aligned with U.S. protocols and the use of advanced equipment.

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies for lung cancer, with over 80 international publications to her name.

• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Professor at Halic University, combining clinical practice with academic research
• Expertise in precision medicine for lung and breast cancers
• Completed advanced oncology training at Rambam Medical Centre in Israel

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal and lung cancer treatment and has held teaching and scientific positions throughout his career. He is a member of several professional organizations.

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov brings international experience from Houston Methodist Hospital and specializes in advanced lung cancer treatments, including immunotherapies and targeted therapies.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Experienced in personalized treatment approaches for lung cancer
• Regularly treats patients from across Europe and the US
• Practices at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Prof. Sezer Saglam specializes in medical oncology with a focus on gastrointestinal cancers at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Completed Medical Oncology Fellowship at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology since 2005

Assoc.Prof. Altan Kır specializes in Thoracic and Robotic Surgery, focusing on lung cancer at Anadolu Medical Center since 2007.

• Member of Turkish Thoracic Surgery Society
• Member of European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Member of Thorax Society

Dr. Mehmet Doğu Canoğlu is a radiation oncologist. He graduated from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Kocaeli University from 2006 to 2012.

He completed his compulsory service at Diyarbakır Training and Research Hospital. He then worked at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital and at Medipol Mega University Hospital from 2015 to 2017. Since 2017, he has been a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center.

Dr. Yildiz has published extensively on lung cancer and neuroendocrine tumors, with research featured in Medical Oncology and other peer-reviewed journals.

• Specializes in neuroendocrine tumors and lung cancer
• Published multiple case studies on rare cancer presentations
• Works at Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Member of oncology research teams

900+ lung cancer treatments performed – Saban Sec is a Clinical Oncologist with extensive expertise in lung cancer at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• 13 years of medical oncology experience
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Specialist in lung cancer and other thoracic malignancies
• Published research on prognostic factors in non-small cell lung cancer

Over a decade of experience treating lung cancer, specializing in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Associate Professor since 2016, with extensive academic and clinical training
• Specializes in internal medicine and oncology, ensuring comprehensive care
• Worked at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital

Professor Bilir specializes in lung cancer treatment, combining clinical expertise with academic research at Sakarya University.

• Board-certified in medical oncology with over 15 years of experience
• Member of ASCO and ESMO – stays updated with global oncology standards
• Completed research fellowship at Northeastern University in Boston
• Currently pursuing Ph.D. in inorganic chemistry to enhance cancer treatment approaches