Best Tongue cancer surgery doctors in Istanbul: TOP 9 doctors

Prof. Dr. Tayfun Apuhan specializes in head and neck surgery with over 200 scientific publications. He founded the Ear, Nose, and Throat Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 20+ years of experience in ENT and head and neck surgery
• Trained in head and neck surgery at The Ohio State University
• Specializes in complex tumor surgeries and reconstructive procedures
• Published extensively on ENT and head and neck conditions

Specializes in head & neck cancers at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – completed advanced training at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Expert in surgical oncology with fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Treats complex cases involving tongue, throat and oral cavity cancers
• Trained at one of Turkey's top medical schools (Hacettepe University)
• Works with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive cancer care

Prof. Dr. Ilhan Elmaci specializes in advanced neurosurgical techniques, including microsurgery and endoscopic surgery for complex cases at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience in neurosurgery
• Trained at Johns Hopkins University in neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery
• Founding chairman of the Skull Base Society in Turkey
• Member of the Executive Committee of the European Skull Base Society
• Published more than 110 scientific papers in international journals

Associate Professor in Neurosurgery with extensive academic and clinical experience at top Istanbul hospitals.

• Specialized in neurosurgery at S.B. Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Contributed to establishing the neurosurgery department at Medipol University
• Advanced proficiency in English for international patient consultations
• Currently practices at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Imer brings over 30 years of neurosurgical expertise to tongue cancer surgery, with advanced training in functional and stereotactic techniques.

• Professor of Neurosurgery at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specialized in functional neurosurgery with training in Finland and France
• Published 68 articles and presented at 33 international congresses
• Founder of the Neurosurgery Department at Okan University Hospital

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 clinics
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Studied at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine

Professor Halil Can brings extensive neurosurgical expertise to complex cases at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Specializes in neuro-oncology including brain and skull base tumors
• Performs advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques
• Published 20+ research papers in international neurosurgery journals
• Professorial title awarded for contributions to neurosurgical research

Specializes in robotic surgery for complex urological procedures, bringing precision to delicate operations at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Over 20 years of experience in urology
• Expert in robotic radical prostatectomy and cystectomy
• Performs advanced laparoscopic surgeries including nephrectomy and pyeloplasty
• Trained at S.B. Ankara Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Karatas brings specialized training from top international centers, including the University of Munich and Hannover Medical School, focusing on head and neck surgery.

• Extensive experience in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery
• Member of multiple prestigious medical associations, including the American Academy of Otolaryngology
• Trained in advanced techniques across Europe and the USA