Best Chemotherapy for Sarcomas doctors in Turkey: TOP 25 doctors

Dr. Mustafa Solak specializes in chemotherapy for sarcomas at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute.

• Completed fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Deals with various cancers including breast, testicular, ovarian, lung, and gastrointestinal
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Author of 40+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy); member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head & Neck Society.

Why patients choose Dr. Bülent Karagöz:

• Treatment based on U.S. protocols through Anadolu Medical Center’s strategic collaboration with a leading U.S. institution — Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• 40+ scientific publications in tumor biology/immunology and systemic therapy (immunotherapy and targeted therapy).
• Former department head (GATA) and professor/department chair (Okan University, Turkey) — leadership and clinical experience at major centers.
• Treats solid tumors (e.g., breast, lung, colorectal), applying modern regimens guided by tumor biology.
• Anadolu Medical Center holds ESMO designation and JCI accreditation — meaning the doctor treats according to international protocols, within a multidisciplinary team, with strict safety oversight.

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy for sarcomas and has extensive experience in medical oncology, including as a head researcher in international clinical studies.

• Trained in medical oncology at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey in minor specialty exam in 2013
• Previously head of medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Participates in international clinical studies in oncology

Professor Sağlam specializes in medical oncology at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital, focusing on aggressive and complex cases.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal oncology
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and ENET societies
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University's prestigious oncology program
• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016

Assoc. Dr. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in sarcoma treatments.

• Head of Medical Oncology Department at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained in Medical Oncology at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Over a decade of experience in oncology and internal medicine
• Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols for sarcomas

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2014). He treats breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers; in medical oncology since 2003. Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Why patients choose and trust Dr. Karaaslan:

• Manages complex cases of breast, colorectal, and genitourinary cancers — applies modern systemic therapy tailored to the tumor type and stage.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and patient education materials on chemo- and immunotherapy.
• Practices at a center with ESMO Designated Centre status and JCI accreditation, within a strategic collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International — one of the leading U.S. medical institutions. For patients, this means care aligned with U.S. protocols and the use of advanced equipment.

Prof. Yeşim (Yesim) Yıldırım — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2011). ESMO-certified specialist, Professor since 2021, author of 80+ scientific publications. Trained at top centers — Rambam (Israel) and Mount Vernon (UK). Treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcomas; uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

Why patients choose Dr. Yeşim Yıldırım:

• 20+ years of clinical practice; Professor of Medical Oncology since 2021.
• 80+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy — treatment plans are based on up-to-date evidence.
• ESMO certification — from Europe’s leading oncology society — confirms high qualification and continuous training to international standards.

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.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Oguzhan Babacan specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, with 28 years of experience of experience in Bone Marrow Transplantation.

• Expert in treating leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors in children
• Performs Allogeneic, Autologous, and Haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplants
• Specialized in Healthy Baby Monitoring and vaccine follow-up
• Received the title of Associate Professor in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Professor of Medical Oncology with over 29 years of experience of experience – Dr. Saglam treats sarcomas at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology since 2005
• Active member of ESMO and ASCO
• Extensive training at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with extensive training at Akdeniz University – a leader in cancer care.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 20 years of experience of experience in oncology practice
• Worked at Akdeniz University Hospital – a top-tier oncology center
• Specializes in sarcoma chemotherapy protocols

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Over a decade of experience in oncology
• Worked at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Studied medicine at Selcuk University

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

• Specializes in Medical Oncology with a focus on sarcomas
• Participated in Phase III clinical trials like CheckMate-649 and Fortitude-101
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection
• Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Trained at prestigious institutions including Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Ercan Ozden specializes in sarcoma chemotherapy, with a medical oncology subspecialty from Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Over 27 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Completed medical oncology subspecialty training at Kocaeli University
• Worked at multiple hospitals, gaining diverse clinical experience

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in chemotherapy for sarcomas, combining targeted therapies with extensive research in cancer-related malnutrition.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in oncology
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Expert in geriatric oncology and immunotherapy
• Associate Professor at Medipol University

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy specializes in sarcoma chemotherapy at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with published research on high-dose treatments for Ewing's sarcoma and Kaposi sarcoma.

• Board-certified in medical oncology by ESMO
• Multiple international clinical trials on sarcoma treatments
• Published in Medicine journal on weekly paclitaxel for Kaposi sarcoma
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

Professor Cicin specializes in sarcoma chemotherapy with over 29 years of experience of experience in medical oncology at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine.

• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology
• Professor at Trakya University since 2015
• Extensive experience in treating sarcomas

Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University – Liv Hospital Topkapı, specializing in chemotherapy for sarcomas with a strong research focus.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology since 2018
• Published multiple studies on sarcoma and chemotherapy outcomes
• Education Coordinator for Medical Oncology Sub-Branch
• Extensive experience in treating rare cancers like retroperitoneal sarcomas

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).