Best PET/CT Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 55

Professor Bulent Karagoz has performed over 900 procedures and brings high-level academic expertise to cancer staging with PET/CT scans.

• Former Head of Internal Diseases and Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okan University
• Authored 40 scientific publications focused on tumor biology and cancer research
• Specializes in complex solid tumors including sarcoma, lymphoma, and pancreatic cancers
• Member of the European Head and Neck Society and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Experienced in treating stage 4 lung, liver, and colon cancers

Professor Zafer Gulbas leads the diagnostic and treatment efforts at Anadolu Medical Center. He utilizes PET/CT imaging to manage complex blood cancers and bone marrow disorders.

• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the USA to master global oncology protocols
• Directs a center that collaborates with Johns Hopkins Medicine International for quality standards
• Published over 260 scientific papers focusing on hematological cancers and diagnostic outcomes
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology which sets international cancer care standards

Dr. Tanrikulu ranked 3rd nationwide in Turkey's medical specialty exam. She uses PET/CT imaging to create genetic tumor profiles for individualized cancer treatment.

• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Lead researcher in multiple international clinical trials for cancer therapies
• Trained in lung cancer diagnostics at The Christie in Manchester
• Expertise includes breast, lung, urological, and gastrointestinal tumor staging
• Member of the American Society of Medical Oncology (ASCO)

Dr. Solak completed a fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. He uses his expertise there to provide accurate PET/CT interpretations for complex cancer cases.

• Trained at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute – a premier cancer research facility
• Specializes in staging breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers using advanced imaging
• Member of the medical oncology team at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul
• Expert in identifying tumor stages for targeted therapy and immunotherapy planning
• Experienced in treating solid tumors, including sarcomas, melanomas, and brain tumors

Professor Kezban Berberoglu is a nuclear medicine specialist trained at Johns Hopkins. She uses PET/CT imaging to detect tumors and guide targeted cancer treatments.

• Completed advanced radiology training at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
• Professor at Istanbul Aydın University – one of the top medical schools in Turkey
• Specializes in PET/CT with Gallium 68 for neuroendocrine and prostate cancers
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM)
• Expert in Lutetium-177 and Actinium-225 therapies for targeted cancer destruction

Dr. Cem Yalcinkaya is an associate professor and gynecologic oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in fertility-sparing surgeries and robotic procedures for gynecologic cancers. Dr. Yalcinkaya holds a robotic surgeon certificate for the DaVinci system. He successfully passed the European Society of Gynecologic Oncology (ESGO) exam in 2019.

• Certified robotic surgeon for myomectomy and hysterectomy procedures.
• Completed clinical observations at Charité Berlin and Tel Aviv Chaim Sheba Medical Center.
• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis and ovarian cancer.
• Member of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) since 2015.

Dr. Gorkem Turkkan is a radiation oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has successfully completed over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions using MR-Linac technology. Dr. Turkkan focuses on MRI-guided radiotherapy and stereotactic treatments for various cancers. He conducted clinical research on proton therapy at the MAASTRO Clinic in the Netherlands.

• Specializes in prostate, breast, lung, and head and neck cancer treatments.
• Uses VMAT and IMRT techniques to target tumors with precision.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000+ patients annually.

Professor Peker has performed 1,000+ major operations and leads gastrointestinal surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. Accurate PET/CT imaging is vital for his successful surgical planning.

• Performed 400+ pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries to date
• Co-founder of the Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery unit at a major training hospital
• Trained as a visiting surgeon at the Mayo Clinic in the USA
• Ranked top 3 in his national medical specialization examination
• Member of the Turkish HPB Association for liver and pancreas specialists

Dr. Zulfu Sertkaya is an associate professor and andrologist at Andro Expertise in Istanbul. He holds the FEBU title from the European Association of Urology. Dr. Sertkaya focuses on male health, sexual function, and aesthetic urological procedures. He treats patients at his clinic and performs surgeries at affiliated hospitals.

• Earned Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) status.
• Specialize in andrology, male sexual health, and aesthetic urology.
• Performs penile implant surgery and varicocelectomy for infertility.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Cem Iyibozkurt is a gynecologic oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive oncology. He holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine. Dr. Iyibozkurt trained at the University of Oxford and Florida Hospital. He is a primary practitioner of robotic gynecologic procedures in Turkey.

• Certified by the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO).
• Performed hundreds of minimally invasive procedures for gynecologic cancers.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Society of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats 300,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Sami Sokucu is an orthopedic surgeon and oncologist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He specializes in limb lengthening and complex bone deformity correction. Dr. Sokucu is a Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (FEBOT). He also serves as a faculty member at Istanbul Aydın University.

• Performs robotic knee replacement and minimally invasive hip arthroplasty.
• Expert in using magnetic bone nails and motorized systems for limb lengthening.
• Treats orthopedic cancers including osteosarcoma and malignant bone tumors.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology.

Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and the treatment of liver cancer. Dr. Sağlam was nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for his work on liver-transplanted patients. He has served as a professor of medical oncology since 2016.

• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS).
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced PET-MRI and radiology departments.

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a Doctor of Medical Sciences at Anadolu Medical Center. He uses detailed PET/CT results to plan systemic therapies for complex cancer cases.

• Specializes in stage 4 lung and colon cancer treatments
• Member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society
• Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expert in targeted therapy and immunotherapy for advanced malignancies
• Former oncology expert at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy

Professor Yesim Yildirim is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She uses PET/CT imaging to manage breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.

• Completed advanced oncology training at Rambam Medical Center in Israel
• Specialized in immunooncology at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in the UK
• Authored over 80 scientific works on precision medicine and cancer care
• Founded the Turkish Gastrointestinal Oncology Network to improve specialist collaboration
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Professor Seref Komurcu is an ESMO-certified oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He utilizes PET/CT imaging to guide systemic therapies for various solid tumors.

• Authored over 110 scientific papers on cancer treatment protocols
• Certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Held a professorship at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy for years
• Specializes in using targeted therapies and immunotherapy for lung and breast cancers
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Dr. Rahib Hasanov is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a prestigious observership program at Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas. Dr. Hasanov specializes in personalized oncology using immunotherapy and targeted therapies. He treats a wide range of conditions including gastrointestinal, breast, and lung cancers.

• Expertise includes targeted therapies and novel agents for stage 4 cancers.
• Treats complex urogenital system tumors, including prostate and ovarian cancers.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, a center treating 250,000 patients annually.
• Member of the Turkish medical community with international training in the US.

Dr. Tugba Akin Telli is a medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She completed clinical research fellowships at Institut Jules Bordet in Belgium. Dr. Telli also gained experience at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. She focuses on chemotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer patients.

• Trained at Hacettepe University and Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Performs PET-MRI and immunohistochemistry for precise cancer diagnosis.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Istanbul.
• Treats patients using protocols from top European and American cancer centers.