Page 4 - Best oncologists in Turkey: TOP 200 doctors

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.

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

Associate Professor Kamil Yalcin Polat specializes in clinical trials for oncology treatments, with training from the University of London.

• Completed Master’s in Clinical Trials at University of London
• Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine at American Hospital
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Goztepe Hospital
• Medical Doctor degree from Istanbul University

Dr. Mustafa Ozdogan is a Professor and Medical Oncology Specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital (2025–present). He previously led the Oncology Department at Memorial Antalya Hospital (2013–2025). He also led the Oncology Department at Medstar Antalya Hospital (2012–2025). Earlier, he served at Akdeniz University (2003–2012).

Education and titles: MD, Erciyes University (1993). Internal Medicine residency, Akdeniz University (1996–2000). Medical Oncology fellowship (2000–2003). Associate Professor (2006). Professor (2011).

Professional memberships and roles: Member of ESMO and ASCO. Board Member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology. Co‑Chair of the Head and Neck Cancers Working Group (Medical Oncology Society). President of the Antalya Breast Cancer Association. Member of the Turkish Oncology Workshop.

Dr. Fazilet Oner Dincbas specializes in radiation oncology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, bringing extensive expertise to cancer care.

• Works at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital – a leading oncology center
• Specializes in radiation oncology with a focus on precise treatment
• Affiliated with Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Specializes in Medical Oncology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, with extensive experience in cancer care and treatment.

• Over 23 years of experience in oncology and internal medicine
• Worked at leading hospitals like Haseki Training and Research Hospital
• Skilled in both clinical practice and research
• Member of the Medical Oncology community

38 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery – Prof. Akalan uses advanced techniques like the O-arm Imaging System at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Specializes in pediatric epilepsy and glioma cases
• Published 117 scientific papers on neurosurgery
• Co-authored 'Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery'
• Uses ultrasound-guided techniques to minimize complications

Specializes in radiation oncology at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, one of Turkey's leading medical centers.

• Focused exclusively on radiation therapy for cancer treatment
• Affiliated with Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty
• Experienced in treating various cancer types with precise radiation techniques

1,100+ cancer treatments performed – Dr. Ozadli specializes in gastrointestinal and thoracic cancers at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Trained at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital – a leading center in Turkey
• Specializes in lung, esophageal, gastric, and breast cancers
• Published researcher with work available on Google Scholar
• Assistant Professor with 23 years of experience of medical oncology experience

One of Turkey's top sarcoma specialists – Dr. Ahmet Bilici focuses on rare and complex cases at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• 28 years of experience of dedicated oncology experience
• Expert in lung cancer and sarcoma treatments
• Professor in Medical Oncology at Medipol
• Personally reviews patient medical documents

30 years of experience pioneering advanced radiation therapies – Dr. Igdem focuses on prostate and head and neck cancers at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in conformal treatments and novel radiation technologies
• Thesis analyzed 600+ cases of postmenopausal breast cancer
• Trained at prestigious institutions like University of Vienna and Bonn
• Residency at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine

Professor Tamer Atasever brings 34 years of experience of nuclear medicine expertise to Medipol Mega University Hospital, specializing in advanced diagnostic imaging for cancer.

• Trained at Ankara University's Department of Nuclear Medicine
• Former Director of Nuclear Medicine at Ankara Order Laboratory
• Member of both Turkish and European Nuclear Medicine Associations
• Professorship roles at Gazi University's Nuclear Medicine Department

Dr. Murat Atay trained in lymphatic mapping and sentinel node techniques at MDA Cancer Center – a leading US oncology hospital.

• 33 years of experience specializing in breast and thyroid surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for breastfeeding mothers
• Skilled in sophisticated diagnostic techniques
• Works at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Dr. Mesut Polat has performed 1,100+ gynecologic oncology procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, specializing in cervical cancer.

• 22 years of experience of experience in gynecologic oncology
• Board-certified in oncogynecology
• Affiliated with Memorial Ataşehir – a leading oncology center
• Trained at Istanbul Medeniyet University's Gynecological Oncology Surgery Center

Prof. Necmettin Akdeniz brings extensive academic and clinical expertise in dermatology, specializing in skin-related oncology cases.

• Currently practices at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital – a leading center for oncology care
• Former Head of Department at Medeniyet University, overseeing dermatology programs
• Visiting scholar at Pittsburgh University, enhancing international expertise
• Professor and lecturer with a focus on dermatological oncology and research

Dr. Ferhatoglu specializes in medical oncology with a strong focus on lung and thyroid cancers – publishing multiple studies on treatment outcomes.

• Over 12 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Published research on adrenal gland metastasis in lung cancer
• Expertise in systemic treatments for medullary thyroid carcinoma
• Member of research teams at major Istanbul hospitals

Specialist in gastrointestinal and urogenital cancers with published research on treatment outcomes – Dr. Sec represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.

• Focuses on complex cases including rare tumors and high-risk breast cancer
• Published multiple studies on prognostic factors in lung and gastric cancers
• Member of key oncology associations with extensive research contributions
• Handles both common and rare cancers with personalized approaches