Page 3 - Best oncologists in Turkey: TOP 198 doctors

Associate Professor Emine Yildirim specializes in breast-conserving surgery and triple-negative breast cancer at Atlas University Hospital.

• 29 years of experience of experience in oncology-focused surgery
• Certified in advanced techniques like free flap reconstruction
• Published researcher on neoadjuvant chemotherapy outcomes
• Active participant in international breast cancer conferences

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

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Specializes in Ewing's sarcoma and other rare cancers
• Extensive experience in both academic and clinical settings

Professor Doctor Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology, using advanced Truebeam Stx and Halcyons technologies for precise head and neck cancer treatments at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 30 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Expert in conformal treatments for precise tumor targeting
• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University – trains future oncologists
• Specializes in minimizing side effects with advanced radiation techniques

Dr. Yahya Ozel trained in Tokyo University's elite Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery Division – bringing Japanese precision to complex oncological cases.

• 31 years of experience of surgical experience with focus on minimally invasive techniques
• Certified in surgical endoscopy and advanced robotic procedures
• Academic faculty member at Doğuş University training future surgeons
• Specializes in hepatobiliary, pancreatic, and colorectal cancer surgeries

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan has performed over 900 procedures, specializing in breast, colorectal, and urogenital cancers at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Board-certified in medical oncology with 29 years of experience of focused experience
• Member of Turkish Medical Oncology Society and Lung Cancer Society
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Medical School
• Expert in immunotherapy and targeted therapies for complex cases

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified oncologist with 110+ published papers, specializing in breast, colorectal, and lung cancers at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 33 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of leading oncology societies including ASCO and ESMO
• Recipient of GATA Education and Teaching Success Awards

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with over 80 international publications and co-authorship in major oncology handbooks.

• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Professor at Halic University, training future oncologists
• Specializes in breast, gastrointestinal, and lung cancers
• Trained at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London

Dr. Mehmet specializes in oncologic surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques. He brings extensive expertise from prestigious institutions like the University of Miami.

• Trained in general surgery at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Research fellow at University of Miami's Ryder Trauma Center
• Specializes in laparoscopic and endocrine surgeries
• Associate professor with leadership roles in major hospitals

Dr. Nihal Bozdag Kaplan is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital, focusing on evidence-based cancer treatment protocols.

• Assisted over 16 years of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Holds a subspecialty in Medical Oncology from Inönü University
• Assistant Professor role enhances academic approach to patient care
• Works with a multidisciplinary team at one of Istanbul's leading hospitals

Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Institut Jules Bordet – Dr. Telli brings international oncology expertise to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in clinical research and advanced treatment protocols
• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Marmara University
• Former specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Focuses on personalized cancer treatment plans

Dr. Rahib Hasanov specializes in personalized oncology treatments, incorporating advanced immunotherapies and targeted therapies from his training at Houston Methodist Hospital.

• 21 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Completed fellowship at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on gastrointestinal, breast, lung, and urogenital cancers
• Regularly treats international patients from Europe and the US

Associate Professor Esat Namal brings extensive oncology expertise to Memorial Şişli Hospital, with a focus on advanced cancer care.

• Over 17 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Specialized training at Istanbul Science University
• Former assistant physician at Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Education and Research Hospital
• Medical degree from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Yakupoglu specializes in interventional oncology, offering minimally invasive treatments at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 76 years of experience of experience in interventional radiology and oncology
• Expert in targeted tumor therapies and image-guided procedures
• Worked at top hospitals including Acibadem and German Hospital
• Manages complex cases with precision-focused techniques

Specializes in scarless V-Notes surgery for gynecologic cancers – Dr. Karakas performs this cutting-edge technique at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in minimally invasive laparoscopic gynecologic oncology procedures
• Performs advanced uterine cancer surgeries with faster recovery
• Specializes in HPV diagnosis and treatment including colposcopy
• Focuses on fertility preservation in cancer cases

Dr. Orhan Shencan is a medical oncology specialist. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1988. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Ankara Training Hospital between 1990 and 1994. He finished his Medical Oncology training at Ankara University between 1997 and 1999. He became an Associate Professor in Medical Oncology in 2009.

He has held Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology posts at İnönü University, Ankara Training Hospital, and Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He also worked at Ankara Etlik Specialty Hospital, Private Lokman Hekim Hospital, Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, and Fatih University (Associate Professor, 2012–2016). He later worked at Sante Oncology Center and Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

He practiced at King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain Oncology Center, from 2017 to 2023. In 2024 he worked at Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital. He currently practices at Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2024–) and Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–).

Specializes in thyroid cancer treatment, providing focused endocrine care at the Anadolu Medical Center.

• Experienced endocrinologist managing hormonal and glandular disorders
• Provides specialized oncology and endocrine services at Anadolu
• Offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment planning consultations

1,100+ treatments performed – Prof. Dr. Sezer Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with advanced expertise at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016 with 29 years of experience' experience
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's leading institutions
• Active member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society
• Nominated for International Best Researcher Award

Prof. Mustafa Özdoğan heads Memorial Antalya's Medical Oncology Department, specializing in advanced cancer treatments with over 26 years of experience of experience.

• Performed 1,100+ oncology procedures
• Authored 40+ articles on cancer treatment protocols
• Specializes in targeted therapies and immunotherapy
• Member of European and American oncology associations
• Professorship at Akdeniz University

Dr. Ceydeli specializes in gynecologic oncology with over 24 years of experience of experience at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for gynecologic conditions
• Member of AAGL – a leading US minimally invasive gynecology association
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Medical School
• Affiliated with Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Society