Oncology Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Prof. Dr. Mesut Polat has performed 1,100+ gynecologic oncology procedures at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, specializing in cervical cancer.

• 22 years of experience in gynecologic oncology
• Board-certified in oncogynecology
• Affiliated with Memorial Ataşehir – a leading oncology center
• Trained at Istanbul Medeniyet University's Gynecological Oncology Surgery Center

Dr. Citgez specializes in oncology at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, bringing extensive surgical expertise to cancer care.

• Trained at St-Mary Hospital in the US
• Works at multiple leading hospitals in Istanbul
• General surgery specialist with oncology focus

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 in oncology
• Primary researcher in phase I-III clinical trials
• Specializes in internal medicine and oncology
• Board-certified in both fields

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

Dr. Elkhan Mammadov is a medical oncologist. He focuses on cancer diagnosis and treatment, including cytotoxic chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy (smart drugs), and immunotherapy.

Education: Azerbaijan Medical University, MD (2004–2010). Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine training (2014–2019). Istanbul Medipol Mega University Hospital, Medical Oncology subspecialty training (2019–2022).

Experience: 5 years in Internal Medicine. 3 years in Medical Oncology.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Medical Oncology. ESMO (European Society for Medical Oncology). ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology).

Professor Zvi Ram heads the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) – a top-level role that highlights his leadership in neurosurgery.

• Specializes in minimally invasive surgery and brain mapping techniques
• Expert in neurosurgical operations, including deep brain stimulation (DBS)
• Performs image-guided neurosurgery for brain tumors, trained in Greece and Switzerland
• Leads research into gene-based therapies for brain cancer
• Honored with the Borenstein Award from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation

Professor Dan Grisaro leads gynecological oncology at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in robotic-assisted surgeries for complex cancers.

• Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Ichilov Sourasky
• Trained in gynecologic oncology at University of Toronto
• Published 83 scientific articles on gynecologic cancers
• Member of American and Israeli Gynecologic Oncology Societies

Dr. Omer Uslukaya specializes in oncology with a focus on laparoscopic and reconstructive surgery at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.

• Author of 50+ scientific publications in general and reconstructive surgery
• Trained in neck dissection at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
• Over 24 years of experience in general surgery
• Expertise in laparoscopic splenectomy and breast surgery outcomes

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. Ozlem Ercelep brings 22 years of oncology experience, with 63 published articles and over 100 conference presentations at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.

• Specializes in medical oncology with a focus on evidence-based treatments
• Associate Professorship at Marmara University, enhancing research-driven care
• Extensive training at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of leading oncology societies, contributing to advancements in the field

Dr. Ferhatoglu specializes in medical oncology with a strong focus on lung and thyroid cancers – publishing multiple studies on treatment outcomes.

• Over 12 years of experience in medical oncology
• Published research on adrenal gland metastasis in lung cancer
• Expertise in systemic treatments for medullary thyroid carcinoma
• Member of research teams at major Istanbul hospitals

Fellowship-trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – Dr. Rabin pioneers MRI-guided ultrasound tumor ablation at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specializes in gynecologic oncology and radiotherapy
• Leads research on molecular response to radiation therapy
• Member of ASTRO and ISCORT oncology societies
• Recognized as 'Best Hospital Employee' for clinical excellence

32 years specializing in liver and pancreatic cancers – Dr. Ben-haim is among Israel's top gastrointestinal oncology surgeons at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Expert in Whipple surgery for complex cases
• Focuses exclusively on gastrointestinal cancers
• Performs advanced interventions for cancer management

Dr. Inna Ospovat pioneers Lutetium-177 PRRT – a breakthrough therapy for neuroendocrine tumors available at only a few centers worldwide.

• Heads the nuclear therapy department at Tel Aviv Sourasky Clinic
• Specialized in oncology and radiation therapy at Hadassah University Hospital
• Fellowship-trained at PMH University Hospital in Toronto
• Member of ASTRO and Israel Society of Clinical Oncology
• Expert in radiobiological treatments for gastrointestinal tumors

One of Israel's top Whipple surgeons – Dr. Klauzner specializes in complex pancreatic and gastrointestinal procedures at Sourasky Medical Center.

• 42 years of surgical experience
• Chairman of Surgery at a leading Israeli medical center
• Expert in colorectal, pancreatic, and liver cancer surgeries

Heads the Metastatic Bone Lesions Department at Ichilov Medical Center – a rare subspecialty unit for complex bone cancers.

• Specializes exclusively in oncological orthopedics with 33 years of experience
• Professor at Tel Aviv University – trains future surgeons
• Completed advanced clinical internships in the US and Israel
• Educated at the prestigious Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Prof. Jack Baniel pioneered nerve-sparing techniques in uro-oncology, performing robotic prostatectomies that preserve urinary function.

• Founder of oncourological Department at Beilinson Hospital
• Published 100+ scientific articles on uro-oncology
• Chief of Urology at Rabin Medical Center
• Member of European and American urology associations
• Active in global clinical research collaborations

Dr. Aydogdu specializes in early detection of cancer in children, a critical aspect of pediatric oncology.

• Focuses on presentations and discussions about pediatric cancer detection
• Works at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku
• Contributes to advancements in pediatric oncology

Board certified in both Internal Medicine and Cardiology, Dr. Aballay has over 42 years of experience treating complex medical conditions.

• Specializes in cardiology, pulmonology, and critical care medicine
• Provides comprehensive care at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv
• Fluent in both English and Spanish for clear communication

Professor Dan Fliss leads a dedicated Head and Neck Tumor Center at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in complex cancers like those in the tonsils.

• Over 40 years of surgical experience in oncology
• Professor and Chairman of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
• Expert in head and neck, salivary gland, and thyroid cancers
• Combines surgical treatment with advanced cancer therapies