Page 7 - Best oncologists in Turkey: TOP 200 doctors

Specializes in complex pancreatic and bile duct cancer surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – combining oncological expertise with metabolic surgery techniques.

• Skilled in minimally invasive procedures for gastrointestinal cancers
• Performs advanced breast and thyroid cancer surgeries
• Experienced in bariatric metabolic procedures for related conditions
• Works within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive cancer care

Prof. Kocakoc is a leading radiologist with decades of expertise in diagnostic and interventional oncology at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced imaging for cancer diagnosis
• Fellowship-trained at University Hospital of Cleveland
• Multiple awards from European radiology societies
• Active member of ESGAR and ESUR

Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery – trained in Germany and member of multiple surgical associations.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on oncology
• Member of the Breast Surgery Association and Endocrine Surgery Association
• Trained in Europe Senology Academia in Düsseldorf and Berlin
• Performs oncoplastic breast surgery and colorectal procedures

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University specializing in oncology nutrition, with research on chronic disease management.

• Conducted studies on insulin resistance and obesity relationships
• Interned at Hacettepe University Oncology Hospital
• Completed specialized courses in bariatric nutrition
• Works with diverse cancer patients including pancreatic and liver cases
• Fluent in English for international consultations

Prof. Dr. Adem Dervisoglu specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques, bringing advanced expertise to cervical cancer treatment.

• Trained at top institutions including Ankara University and Istanbul University
• Specialized in minimally invasive techniques at Hamburg
• Holds memberships with leading medical societies
• Extensive experience in clinical trials at San Francisco University

Dr. Kupelioglu specializes in gynecologic oncology with extensive training in infertility and family planning.

• Completed specialist training at Istanbul Suleymaniye Obstetrics and Gynecology Education and Research Hospital
• Worked at Ege University Infertility Practice and Research Center
• Established the Infant Center at Istanbul Bahçelievler Medicana Hospital
• Served as Chief Assistant during residency

Specializes in VATS (Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery) for precise, minimally invasive thoracic oncology procedures at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex.

• Over 76 years of experience of experience in thoracic surgical oncology
• Fellowship-trained at University of Paris-Sud and Marie-Lannelongu Hospital
• Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Published 13 international papers on thoracic surgery

Prof. Serkan Deveci leads urology at Medical Park Göztepe and is Section Editor for UpToDate, a major medical resource. He brings high-level expertise from both Turkey and the USA.

• Professor of urology with specialization training in the United States
• Active researcher with 620+ citations to his scientific publications
• Holds memberships in the American Urology Association and North American SMSNA
• Expert in treating complex urological conditions beyond just cancer

Prof. Ofluoglu specializes in orthopedic oncology with of experience and training at top institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and the University of California.

• Expert in bone and soft tissue tumors for both children and adults
• Trained in Ilizarov surgery for complex bone reconstruction
• Author of 50+ medical documents with over 200 citations
• Member of the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Salih İyikesici is a medical oncologist. He provides personalized care for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He combines metabolically supported therapies with chemotherapy. His interests include the ketogenic diet in cancer care, hyperthermia, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

He has conducted and contributed to national and international scientific studies. Selected national peer-reviewed publications include Metabolic Supported Chemotherapy in Rectal Cancer (2020), NSCLC Patient Outcomes – Marmara University (2004), and Early-Stage Breast Cancer Outcomes (2004).

Assoc. Prof. Ayşe İrem Yasin, M.D., is a medical oncologist who specializes in solid tumors. Her clinical focus includes breast, lung, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, and urologic cancers. She also treats brain and other CNS tumors, soft tissue sarcomas, head and neck cancers, adenocarcinomas, melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and cancers of unknown primary. She practices at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2023–2025).

She completed a Medical Oncology fellowship at Bezmialem Vakıf University (2019–2022). This followed an Internal Medicine residency at the same institution (2012–2016). Her international experience includes the Breast Cancer Unit at the University of Piemonte Orientale in Novara (2022). She also trained at Basel University Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Harvard Medical School. She holds the ESMO Board Certificate (2022).

Specializes in minimally invasive gynecological surgeries – Dr. Seckin brings advanced laparoscopic techniques to Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained at IRCAD Strasbourg – a leader in laparoscopic surgery
• Double-certified in gynecological and endometriosis laparoscopic surgery
• Expert in complex cases like endometriosis and adenomyosis
• Member of European Society of Gynecological Endoscopy
• Published research on innovative laparoscopic procedures

Specializes in gastrointestinal cancers with advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained at leading US institutions including USC and University of Colorado
• Expert in minimally invasive colorectal and upper GI cancer surgeries
• Holds rare European Board Fellowship in emergency surgery
• Instructor at international surgical training programs
• Active member of multiple prestigious surgical societies

Associate Professor Dr. Serap Kaya specializes in stomach, lung, breast, and bladder cancers at Emsey Hospital, with a strong academic background.

• Trained in Medical Oncology at Kocaeli University
• Experienced in complex cases at top training hospitals
• Supervised by a professor during chemotherapy
• Works alongside a team of specialized oncologists

Performed Europe's first tracheal transplant surgery in Sweden – Dr. Adnansayar pioneers minimally invasive thoracic techniques at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• 36 years of experience of thoracic surgery experience
• Trained in lung transplantation at Zurich University
• Scientific committee member for Turkey's national lung transplant program
• Specializes in robotic-assisted lung cancer surgeries

Prof. Dr. Ismet Aslan specializes in head and neck cancers, with 10+ international research papers and over 36 years of experience of ENT experience.

• Member of the Turkey Laryngology Association and other ENT professional groups
• Published 40+ national research papers and 4 book chapters
• Completed advanced training at Istanbul University
• Expert in larynx, throat, and salivary gland cancers

Specializes in thoracoscopic and robotic minimally invasive surgery for lung cancer at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Expert in lung cancers and trachea surgery
• Performs lung transplantation and biopsies
• Skilled in diaphragmatic and pleural disease surgery
• Also handles pediatric thoracic surgery cases

Dr Ozden Gul specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques for oncology cases, offering quicker recovery and minimal scarring.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in gastrointestinal, endocrine, and breast surgery
• Fluent in English for international patients
• Worked at multiple leading hospitals in Turkey

1,100+ procedures performed – Dr. Derin specializes in gastrointestinal cancers at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Author of 30+ scientific papers on malignancy treatment
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Associate Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience
• Expert in complex care of malignant neoplastic diseases

Assoc. Prof. Murat Ayhan leads international clinical trials in oncology, specializing in breast, lung, and colorectal cancers at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• Associate Professor of Medical Oncology with 12 years of experience of experience
• Published 25+ research papers on cancer treatments and outcomes
• Expert in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and molecular oncology
• Active member of ESMO and Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Authored key sections on targeted therapies in oncology textbooks