Oncology Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Head of Neurooncology Clinic at Sourasky Medical Center – Dr. Bokstein leads a specialized team focusing exclusively on complex brain and spinal cord tumors.

• Expert in precision treatments like proton-beam therapy and Gamma Knife radiosurgery
• Integrates chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and clinical trial options into treatment plans
• Member of American, European, and Israeli neuro-oncology associations
• Lecturer and author on neuro-oncology at Tel Aviv University

900+ lung cancer procedures performed – Assoc. Prof. Altan Kır specializes in robotic thoracic surgery at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Specializes in minimally invasive robotic techniques for lung cancer
• Published 83 national and international research papers
• Member of European and Turkish thoracic surgery societies

Dr. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.

Dr. Oktay Karadeniz is a radiologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He is a member of the American College of Radiology. His clinical focus includes musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and oncologic imaging. Dr. Karadeniz also specializes in neuroradiology. He works at a hospital affiliated with the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Holds memberships in the International and European Societies for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine.
• Expert in performing brain MRI, whole-body MRI, and complex CT scans.
• Part of a medical center ranked among the World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek.
• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the Turkish Radiology Society.

Dr. Michael Shapira specializes in bone marrow transplantation – a complex field where precision saves lives. At Sourasky Medical Center, he handles high-risk cases with care.

• 36 years of experience of experience in bone marrow transplantation
• Senior physician at Hadassah’s Bone Marrow Transplantation department
• Trained in internal medicine at Hadassah Medical Center
• Fluent in English and Hebrew for clear patient communication

Dr. Ertan Okmen brings 33 years of experience of interventional cardiology expertise, trained at Johns Hopkins University.

• Graduated from Istanbul Medical School
• Specialized at Siyami Ersek Pulmonary and Cardiovascular Surgery Center
• Published research in international journals
• Conducted laboratory research on trans-myocardial laser intervention

Head of the peritoneal cancer unit at Centro Médico Teknon – Dr. Sabia specializes in CRS+HIPEC, performing 1,100+ advanced abdominal cancer treatments.

• Over 24 years of experience focused on peritoneal and pelvic oncology
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques
• Active researcher in clinical trials for new surgical methods
• Member of PSOGI and ESSO – top international oncology groups

Dr. Mehmet Dogu Canoglu is a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in precise tumor targeting using MR Linac and CyberKnife technologies. Dr. Canoglu trained at Kocaeli University. He previously served at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He treats various cancers, including complex brain, prostate, and lung tumors.

• Expert in Varian TrueBeam and Trilogy radiation delivery systems.
• Performs stereotaxic radiosurgery and targeted radiotherapy for sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourism.

Over 1,100 thyroid cancer procedures performed – Dr. Raventos heads the Minimally Invasive Surgery Department at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Fellowship-trained in surgery at the renowned Mayo Clinic
• Specializes exclusively in oncologic thyroid surgery and complex cases
• Fluent in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques
• Founding member of the faculty at Centro Médico Teknon
• Published extensively on surgical techniques and outcomes

Dr. Dror Levin specializes in pediatric bone cancer (sarcoma), with specialized training at Italy's renowned Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute.

• Directs the pediatric hematology oncology department at Sourasky Medical Center
• Coordinates multidisciplinary treatment for sarcoma with orthopedic teams
• Member of ISPHO – Israel's pediatric hemato-oncology association
• Specializes in blood disorders and clotting issues in children

Professor Shlomi Constantini is an award-winning neurosurgeon specializing in pediatric and adult brain tumors at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Trained in microneurosurgery in Switzerland and neuro-endoscopy in Germany
• Recipient of the Mahaly Best Clinical Research Award from AANS
• Member of multiple prestigious neurosurgical societies including ESPN and IFNE
• Specializes in microsurgical and reconstructive interventions

Dr. Ron Greenberg is a top specialist in Whipple surgery – a complex procedure for pancreatic cancer – and heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 35 years of experience of experience in abdominal surgery
• Expert in both open and minimally invasive techniques
• Leads a dedicated surgical team at a major hospital

The doctor is a highly qualified medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer across all clinical stages, including curative and palliative care. With a medical degree from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador and a five-year residency at Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, the doctor holds a Master's Degree in Medical Oncology from the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology (SEOM).

Currently practicing at the International Breast Cancer Center (IBCC) and IOB Institute of Oncology Barcelona, the doctor has extensive experience in Phase I clinical trials and research. Clinical expertise extends to neuroendocrine tumors, gynecological cancers, and immunotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer. The doctor is an active member of SEOM and ESMO.

Director of Radiotherapy at Ichilov with 1,000+ radiotherapy procedures – Dr. Gutfeld is a leading specialist in head and neck cancers.

• Trained in oncology at the University of Michigan
• Specializes in precision radiotherapy and Gamma Knife treatment
• Published 27+ oncology research papers
• Active in clinical trials at Sourasky Medical Center

Dr. Lana Bijelic specializes in peritoneal carcinomatosis – a rare and complex condition – trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker, a pioneer in the field.

• Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery
• Member of the American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
• Former Research Director at Inova Fairfax Hospital
• Multiple awards for surgical excellence and research

Dr. Stepfansky leads oncology hospitalization at Tel Aviv Medical Center – a top Israeli hospital – and has been involved in clinical trials for new cancer treatments since 2005.

• Over 26 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Primary researcher in phase I-III clinical trials
• Specializes in internal medicine and oncology
• Board-certified in both fields