Best Lung cancer doctors in Turkey: TOP 51 doctors

Professor Bülent Karagöz specializes in lung cancer treatment using immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Over 20 years of experience in medical oncology
• Expert in tumor biology and immunology
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Author of 40+ publications in cancer research
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Professor Eda Tanrikulu Simsek has performed over 900 procedures and specializes in medical oncology at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 20 years of experience in oncology
• Former head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Member of multiple international oncological associations
• Author of numerous articles in international journals

17 years as a clinical oncologist – Dr. Solak specializes in lung cancer at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Fellowship-trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Worked at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Handles complex cases including breast, testicular, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Prof. Serkan Keskin has performed 1,100+ procedures with 28 years of oncology experience, specializing in chemotherapy at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Ranked 1st in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
• Specialized in Medical Oncology at Istanbul University Institute of Oncology
• Member of ASCO and ESMO, recognized globally
• Recipient of Best Poster Award at National Cancer Congress
• Utilizes targeted therapy and immunotherapy alongside chemotherapy

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in lung cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, combining clinical expertise with academic research at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Authored 80+ publications, including contributions to cancer treatment handbooks
• Member of ESMO and ESO – leading European oncology associations
• Fellowship at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London for immunooncology
• Professor at Haliç University, training future oncologists

Prof. Hale Basak Caglar specializes in advanced radiation oncology techniques at Anadolu Medical Center, focusing on lung cancer treatments.

• Director of Radiation Oncology since 2017
• Expert in CyberKnife and Gamma Knife radiosurgery
• Board member of the Radiosurgery Society
• Professor at Medipol University's Radiation Oncology Department
• Member of ASTRO, ESTRO, and EORTC

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü has authored 110+ papers on cancer management and specializes in lung cancer at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Over 20 years of experience in medical oncology
• Board-certified by ESMO and ECFMG
• Professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of The Lung Cancer Organization and ESMO

Specialist in personalized oncology treatments – Dr. Rahib Hasanov integrates immunotherapies, targeted therapies, and smart drugs into lung cancer care.

• Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Observership at Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas
• Expertise in both lung and gastrointestinal system tumors
• Treats international patients from Europe and the US

900+ lung cancer procedures performed – Prof. Altan Kır is a leading thoracic and robotic surgery specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Specializes in robotic lung surgery and airway procedures
• Member of European Society of Thoracic Surgeons
• Published 83 national and international research papers

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur brings over a decade of focused expertise in lung cancer treatment at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Associate Professor with extensive training in medical oncology
• Recipient of the 2012 Oncology Research Award
• Author of 20+ papers and 10 book chapters on oncology
• Active member of European Society for Medical Oncology

Prof. Ahmet Bilici is one of Turkey's leading specialists in sarcoma and lung cancer, with over 20 years of oncology experience.

• Professor in the Department of Medical Oncology at Medipol Mega University Hospital
• Specializes in complex sarcoma and lung cancer cases
• Reviews and evaluates patient medical documents personally

Prof. Dr. Özcan Yıldız is a medical oncologist with extensive experience treating complex cancer cases at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Over 10 years of specialized oncology practice, documented in numerous publications
• Author of multiple international studies on neuroendocrine and lung cancers
• Experienced in diagnosing and managing rare paraneoplastic syndromes
• Treats both common and unusual presentations of thoracic malignancies

Dr. Hasan Mutlu specializes in targeted and immunotherapy for lung cancer, with training at Akdeniz University and in the USA.

• Associate Professor in Medical Oncology at Akdeniz University
• Trained in next-generation genetic research in cancer treatment
• Years of experience in chemotherapy and targeted therapies
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Zeki Gunluoglu brings expertise in thoracic surgery to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Thoracic surgeon specializing in lung cancer treatments
• Collaborates with oncology specialists for comprehensive care
• Part of a multidisciplinary team at a top university hospital

As a professor in medical oncology, Prof. Sezer Sağlam brings 20+ years of expertise in lung cancer treatments.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology, a crucial area for lung cancer complications
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Active member of ESMO and ASCO — follows international treatment protocols
• Leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Prof. Dr. Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology with advanced treatments like Truebeam Stx. He brings years of expertise to lung cancer care.

• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Expert in conformal radiation treatments
• Uses cutting-edge Halcyon technology
• Specializes in head and neck cancers
• Practices at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

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

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Specialized in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over 10 years of experience in oncology
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Specializes in lung cancer research and treatment, with publications on prognostic factors like mean platelet volume.

• Member of Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Published research on non-small cell lung cancer outcomes
• Extensive experience in medical oncology since 2017

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings international oncology expertise from Ohio State University to Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in Medical Oncology with 8+ years of focused training
• Participated in Phase III clinical trials for advanced lung cancer treatments
• Trained in immuno-oncology through CECOG's specialized Vienna program
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and biostatistics for evidence-based care
• Active member of ASCO and Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

Professor Ondzhel is a board-certified oncosurgeon and an official Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons, leading the surgery department at Medipol.

• Over 25 years of experience in surgery and oncology
• Internationally trained at Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Holder of a European qualification in coloproctology
• Published author on laparoscopic and multivisceral cancer resection
• Recipient of national awards for scientific contributions to healthcare