Best Lung cancer doctors in Turkey: TOP 70 doctors

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Bülent Karagöz

  • 4.6 Excellent 494 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
    • Dr. Bülent Karagöz specializes in lung cancer treatment, utilizing chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies.
    • He has over 20 years of experience in medical oncology, with significant expertise in tumor biology and immunology.
    • Dr. Karagöz has experience of international practice at medical institutions in Turkey, NATO KFOR Command, and Turkish Cypriot Peace Forces Command.
    • He holds certifications in internal medicine and medical oncology from GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital.
    • Dr. Karagöz is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and has authored over 40 publications in cancer research.
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Da Vinci Robotic System
$24,000 - $24,000
Stereotaxic radiosurgery
$6,000 - $8,500
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
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Serkan Keskin

  • 4.6 Excellent 322 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Şişli Hospital
  • Dr. Serkan Keskin is a highly experienced oncologist specializing in chemotherapy. He has numerous achievements in his field, including being ranked first in the Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam in Turkey in 2012. He is an active member of various prestigious oncology societies, and has a strong academic profile with 42 articles published in international journals.
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Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$12,760 - $12,760
Lung cancer surgery
$10,700 - $12,500
Brachytherapy
$4,800 - $4,800
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Yesim Yildirim

  • 4.6 Excellent 494 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
    • Specializes in lung cancer treatment, including immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.
    • Has experience of international practice at medical institutions in the USA, Turkey, Israel, and the UK.
    • Certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
    • Professor at Anadolu Medical Center, with over 20 years of experience.
    • Languages spoken: English, Russian (B1 level), Turkish.
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Da Vinci Robotic System
$24,000 - $24,000
Stereotaxic radiosurgery
$6,000 - $8,500
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
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Mustafa Solak

  • 4.4 Good 166 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
    • Mustafa Solak, M.D., specializes in lung cancer treatment using chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy.
    • Completed residencies at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital and a fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.
    • Has experience of international practice at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA.
    • Graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine, proficient in Turkish and English.
    • Member of various professional organizations, including the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
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Lobectomy
$9,600 - $9,600
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$5,800 - $6,000
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Gorkem Turkkan

  • 4.4 Good 166 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
  • Assoc. Prof. Gorkem Turkkan started his medical education at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in 2003 and completed it at Zonguldak Karaelmas (Bülent Ecevit) University Faculty of Medicine in 2009. He completed his specialization at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and became a radiation oncology specialist in 2016.

    After completing his compulsory service, he served as a Lecturer and Head of Department at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, from May 2019 to February 2021. Meanwhile, between March and June 2020, he worked as a clinical researcher at Maastricht University Faculty of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology – MAASTRO Clinic (Netherlands) on stereotactic radiotherapy, thoracic radiotherapy-related lung toxicity and proton therapy. While he was working at İstinye University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology and Liv Hospital Ulus Radiation Oncology Clinic between March 2021 and April 2023, he received the title of Associate Professor in February 2023. She has been serving her patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental since May 2023.

    He has performed both traditional radiotherapy and advanced radiotherapy throughout his career. He is one of the experienced physicians in our country in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided radiotherapy treatments, which have become increasingly popular and used especially recently. So far, he has successfully completed more than 2500 radiotherapy sessions with the MR-Linac device.

    He has been a member of the Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology (TROD) since 2013 and the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) since 2015. He has 27 articles published in domestic and international journals, 31 oral-poster presentations presented at national and international congresses, and 5 book chapters published by national and international publishing houses. He taught Term I and Term V undergraduate courses at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Faculty of Medicine, postgraduate courses within the scope of Ear Nose and Throat Department Specialization training, and Radiotherapy associate degree courses at İstinye University Vocational School of Health Services. She is currently working on 2 ongoing TÜBİTAK Projects. He is married and has a son.

    MEDICAL INTERESTS

    MR-Linac

    Linac

    Stereotactic (Pinpoint) Radiotherapy

    Prostate Cancers

    Breast Cancers

    Lung Cancers

    Rectum Cancers

    Brain and Spinal Cord Cancers

    Head and Neck Cancers

    Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT)

    Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)

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Lobectomy
$9,600 - $9,600
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$5,800 - $6,000
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Suleyman Alici

  • 4.4 Good 166 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental
Lobectomy
$9,600 - $9,600
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$5,800 - $6,000
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Eda Tanrikulu

  • 4.6 Excellent 494 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Dr. Serdar Turhal is a highly experienced oncologist specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy for breast cancer at Anadolu Medical Center. He is a member of many international oncology associations and has authored numerous articles in international publications. He specializes in prognostic factors and the therapy of malignant gastrointestinal neoplasms. To receive a consultation from Dr. Turhal, please submit a request on Bookimed.

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Da Vinci Robotic System
$24,000 - $24,000
Stereotaxic radiosurgery
$6,000 - $8,500
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
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Hale Basak Caglar

  • 4.6 Excellent 494 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Hale Başak Çağlar is a radiation oncology director and expert in treating breast, lung, pancreatic, prostate and bone cancer. She is highly qualified, having obtained her education from Gazi University, Marmara University and Medipol University, and is a member of numerous societies, such as the American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology, the European Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology, the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer and the Radiosurgery Society.

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Da Vinci Robotic System
$24,000 - $24,000
Stereotaxic radiosurgery
$6,000 - $8,500
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
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Şeref Kömürcü

  • 4.6 Excellent 494 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Prof. Şeref Kömürcü is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal and lung cancer treatment and has held teaching and scientific positions throughout his career. He is a member of several professional organizations.

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Da Vinci Robotic System
$24,000 - $24,000
Stereotaxic radiosurgery
$6,000 - $8,500
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
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Sadi Kerem Okutur

  • 4.6 Excellent 122 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital
  • Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur is a Turkish medical oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He is currently working at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, and has held various positions in the past. He has a degree in general medicine, and a residency in internal medicine and medical oncology. Prof. Okutur has won a research award and authored numerous papers and book chapters. He is a member of various medical societies.

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Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$12,760 - $12,760
CyberKnife
$4,750 - $6,450
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Altan Kır

  • 4.6 Excellent 494 reviews
  • accreditation:
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Anadolu Medical Center
  • Assoc.Prof. Altan Kır is a Thoracic Surgery and Robotic Surgery specialist, as well as one of the top lung cancer doctors. He has been a thoracic surgeon at Anadolu Medical Center since 2007 and is a member of the Turkish Thoracic Surgery Society, the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons, and the Thorax Society.

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Da Vinci Robotic System
$24,000 - $24,000
Stereotaxic radiosurgery
$6,000 - $8,500
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$12,000 - $18,000
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Serap Kaya

  • 4.2 Good 32 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
  • Dr. Serap Kaya is a medical oncologist with a specialization in Medical Oncology from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine. She has worked at several leading hospitals, including Oltu State Hospital, Kocaeli State Hospital, Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital, and Medistate Kavacik Hospital. Dr. Kaya has made important contributions to cancer care at these institutions.

    She is known for her evidence-based approach and focus on patient outcomes. Dr. Kaya has managed many complex oncology cases. She holds accreditation from top Turkish medical faculties. Dr. Kaya is committed to improving oncology practice through ongoing professional development and clinical excellence.

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Lung cancer surgery
$12,500 - $24,000
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$13,000 - $18,500
Lobectomy
$14,000 - $26,000
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Ahmet Bilici

  • 4.5 Good 468 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Dr. Ahmet Belici is an experienced medical oncologist with 20+ years of experience specializing in sarcoma and lung cancer treatments.

Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$8,000 - $10,000
Lung cancer surgery
$11,500 - $14,000
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Mehmet Zeki Gunluoglu

  • 4.5 Good 468 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Mega University Hospital
  • Thoracic surgeon
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$8,000 - $10,000
Lung cancer surgery
$11,500 - $14,000
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Elnur Sahibov

  • 4.2 Good 32 reviews
  • 9 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Emsey Hospital
  • Dr. Elnur Sahibov is a licensed Radiation Oncologist with 8 years of medical training and clinical experience. He completed his undergraduate and specialization studies at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. From 2012 to 2016, he focused on advanced radiation oncology techniques.

    Dr. Sahibov is known for his expertise in cancer treatment. He has helped improve patient outcomes and uses evidence-based protocols. He is accredited by leading medical institutions and is dedicated to ongoing professional development in oncology.

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Lung cancer surgery
$12,500 - $24,000
Radiotherapy for lung cancer
$13,000 - $18,500
Lobectomy
$14,000 - $26,000
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Adnansayar

  • 5 Excellent 6 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
  • Dr. Adnan Sayar is a leading thoracic surgeon in Turkey. He has over 40 years of medical experience and more than 30 years in thoracic surgery. He is known for his work in minimally invasive thoracoscopic and robotic procedures. These techniques have helped improve patient recovery and outcomes for chest diseases.

    Dr. Sayar received international training at top centers, including Kyoto University and the Karolinska Institute. He is a key figure in lung transplantation and serves on Turkey’s Ministry of Health Lung Transplantation Scientific Committee. He also holds the FETCS certification from the European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.

    His expertise includes lung cancer surgery, tracheal and diaphragmatic reconstruction, and pediatric thoracic surgery. As a professor and mentor, he has led both public and private institutions. Dr. Sayar has helped thousands of patients and has played a major role in advancing thoracic care standards in Turkey.

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Adnansayar

  • 4.4 Good 231 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Liv Hospital Ulus
  • Medical Fields of Interest 

    • Thoracoscopic and Robotic Minimally Invasive Surgery 

    • Lung Cancers 

    • Trachea Surgery 

    • Lung Transplantation 

    • Lung Biopsy • Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) 

    • Diaphragmatic Surgery • Surgery of Pleural Diseases 

    • Pediatric Thoracic Surgery

    Education 

    • Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 

    •Istanbul Galatasaray High School 

    • Primary Education Ankara, Samsun, Izmir 

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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Murat Sari

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 9 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Education and Career


    2011 – 2015, (Internal Medicine Specialist) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Education and Career

    Medicine Department of Internal Medicine

    2015 – 2016, (Internal Medicine) Specialist Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

    2016 – 2019, (Medical Oncology) Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

    2019 – 2021, (Medical Oncology Specialist) - Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital

    2021 – 2024, (Associate Professor) Marmara University School of Medicine Department of Medical Oncology

    Memberships in Scientific Organizations

    ASCO

    ESMO

    TTOD 

    AVOD 

    Publications

    In the field of oncology, he has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles at both international and national levels.

    Awards Received

    EAACI The European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 2019 Best Poster Award

    "The top 3rd verbal presentation, IGICC (11th International Gastrointestinal Cancers Conference – IGICC2021)"

    Speeches Delivered at National Congresses, Conferences, and Symposia:

     

    Courses, Meetings, and Certificates

    ESMO certified Medical Oncologist since 2019

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Turkan Ozturk Topcu

  • New
  • 15 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Biruni University Hospital
  • Education

    Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, 2004
    Istanbul Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Residency, 2010
    Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine Medical Oncology Residency, 2015

    Experience

    MD Andeson Cancer Center, USA, 2008
    Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center Breast Cancer Clinic, Canada, 2017
    Moffit Cancer Center , USA 2022
    Istanbul Haydarpaşa Training and Research Hospital Internal Medicine, 2010
    İdil State Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, 2011
    Karadeniz Technical Universityniversitesi Faculty of Medicine, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2015
    Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2018
    Yeniyüzyıl University Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2020
    Ataşehir Medicana Hospital, Medical Oncology Clinic, 2022

     

    Scientific Membership

    Turkish Medical Association (TTB)
    Turkish Society of Medical Oncology (TTOD)
    European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
    American Society of Medical Oncology (ASCO)

     

    Medical Intrests

    • Breast Cancer
    • Lung Cancer
    • Colon Cancer
    • Stomach Cancer
    • Rectal Cancer
    • Ovarian Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Oesophageal Cancer - Oesophageal Cancer
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Larynx Cancer - Cancer of the Larynx
    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Head and Neck Cancers
    • Gynaecological Cancers
    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Oesophageal Cancer - Oesophageal Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Brain Cancers - Brain Tumours
    • Soft Tissue Cancer - Sarcomas
    • Prostate Cancer
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Bile Tract Cancer
    • Testicular Cancer
    • Cervical Cancer
    • Mouth, Tongue, Lip Cancers
    • Gastrointestinal System Cancers
    • Bone Tumours
    • Trachea and Bronchial Cancers
    • Skin Cancers - Skin Cancers
    • Skeletal System Tumours
    • Gallbladder Cancer
    • Mesothelioma
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Sezer Saglam

  • New
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Personal Information 

    Sex:  Male

    Born : 1968 

     

    Professional Experience

    Gayrettepe Florence Nigthingale Hospital

    Medical Oncology Department

    Besiktas/Istanbul/Turkey (ongoing)

     

    Education:

    He became Professor (22/April /2016)

    Medical Oncology

     

    Attending Phys.in Gastrointestinal Oncology (January 2005 ,2009)

    Istanbul University Oncology Institue,

    Department of Medical Oncology

     

    Medical Oncology Fellowship (December 2001-December2004)

    Istanbul University, Istanbul Medical Faculty

     

    Hemodialysis Traning (May1996-January1997)

    Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty

     

    Internal Medicine Residency (November 1991-November 1996)

    Istanbul University ,bCerrahpasa Medical Faculty

     

    Ege University Medical Faculty (1985-1991)

     

    Professional Experience

    February 1999-November 2001

    Metropolitan Florence Nigthingale Hospital

    American Cancer Center, Gayrettepe/İstanbul

     

    April1997- October 1998

    Bayraktar Dialysis Center

    Güngören/ Istanbul

     

    Membership

    Turkish Medical Oncology Association

    ENET(European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society)

    ESMO

    ASCO

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