Chordoma Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Keil specializes in interventional radiology, performing complex medical interventions using advanced imaging techniques at Medical Center in Solingen.

• Graduated with honors from Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg
• Expert in MRI, CT, and ultrasound-guided procedures
• Former leading doctor at University Hospital of Aachen
• Chief Physician at Academic Hospital Solingen since 2022

49 years of experience of experience specializing in virotherapy – one of the newest fields in immunology – at Pallas Clinic.

• Head of Clinical Immunology Center at Pauls Stradins Clinical University Hospital
• Graduate of Riga Medical Institute with internship in Internal Medicine
• Expert in immunological treatments that can be tailored to specific conditions

Dr. Liu Shi Xin is the Vice Chairman of the Radiation Oncology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association. He serves as the Discipline Leader of the Oncology Center at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. Dr. Liu specializes in precision radiotherapy for thoracic and abdominal cancers. He is a recipient of the State Council Special Government Allowance for his medical contributions.

• Highly proficient in IMRT, VMAT, and SBRT for lung and esophageal cancers.
• Former President of Jilin Provincial Cancer Hospital.
• Awarded the National Famous Doctor honor for outstanding contributions to oncology.
• Holds leadership roles in the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association particle therapy committee.

Dr. Mariam Abu Zeid is a clinical oncologist at Shefaa Al Orman International Oncology Hospitals. She is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology. Dr. Abu Zeid treats solid tumors and hematologic cancers. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Oncology and Nuclear Medicine from Ain Shams University.

• Administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted treatments for various cancer types.
• Oversees oncology clinical trials and manages treatment-related toxicities.
• Coordinates patient care within multidisciplinary teams for complex staging and diagnosis.
• Practices at an ESMO-accredited center that treats approximately 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating colon, breast, gastric, and lung cancers. He previously served as the Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital. Dr. Atci is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Author of 19 peer-reviewed papers on gastrointestinal, thoracic, and endocrine cancers.
• Published studies on survival outcomes for stage IIB colon cancer in the Journal of Chemotherapy.
• Researches prognostic biomarkers using PET/CT scans and metabolic tumor volume.
• Treats complex oncological cases at the university-affiliated İstinye University clinic.

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic tumors. He serves as a professor at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Cicin previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force.

• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including gynecologic, orthopedic, and neuro-oncology cases.
• Expert in HIPEC and chemoembolization for liver and abdominal malignancies.
• Works at a 300-bed university hospital with 33 medical departments.

Dr. Raanan Berger is the Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He was listed in Forbes Israel’s “Best Doctors” in 2025. Dr. Berger specializes in genitourinary oncology and radiates complex prostate tumors. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Institute.

• Heads the clinical research unit focusing on molecular oncology.
• Co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed papers on prostate cancer and BRCA mutations.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Performs systemic therapy and radiotherapy at a Top-10 globally ranked hospital.

Dr. Maha Yahia is a medical and hemato-oncologist at Shefaa Al Orman International Oncology Hospitals. She served as a Lieutenant Colonel physician in the Egyptian Armed Forces Medical Corps. Dr. Yahia specializes in treatment planning for breast, thoracic, and gastrointestinal cancers. She focuses on immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and complex chemotherapy protocols.

• Former Head of the Clinical Research Support Team at Maadi AFMC.
• Trained at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, in hemato-oncology.
• Treats genitourinary, gynecologic, and rare cancers alongside hematologic conditions.
• Works at an ESMO-accredited center that treats 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Emad Shash is a medical oncologist who has participated in over 70 oncology clinical trials. He serves as the Medical Director of the Breast Comprehensive Cancer Hospital at NCI. Dr. Shash specializes in systemic therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. He holds a Diploma in Hospital Quality Management and Patient Safety from JCI.

• Serves as an ESMO panel voting member and an ASCO committee member.
• Treats breast, gynecologic, genitourinary, thoracic, gastrointestinal, and rare cancers.
• Former research physician and medical lead at the EORTC in Brussels.
• Works at Shefaa Al Orman, an ESMO-accredited oncology center treating 6,000 patients annually.

Prof. Elke Jaeger is a top sarcoma specialist and one of Germany's best oncologists according to Focus rating.

• Head of Oncology and Hematology at Nordwest Clinic
• 41 years of experience of clinical practice
• Specializes in sarcoma treatment

Dr. Topcu brings international expertise from MD Anderson and Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center to Biruni University Hospital.

• Specializes in rare cancers including chordoma and sarcomas
• Member of ESMO and ASCO – global oncology standards
• Trained at top institutions in the US, Canada, and Turkey
• Works across multiple cancer types with complex cases

Dr. Nail Paksoy brings specialized expertise in oncology, with a focus on complex cases at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Board-certified in Medical Oncology by ESMO
• Published multiple studies on rare cancers and innovative treatments
• Active participant in international clinical trials for oncology
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University

Specialized in radiation oncology with training from Marmara University, renowned for its rigorous medical program.

• Trained at Marmara University's Department of Radiation Oncology
• Completed undergraduate studies in medicine at Marmara University
• Education includes international experience from Azerbaijan

Dr. Atakan Topcu is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating solid tumors including lung, breast, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Topcu is an Associate Professor with over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications. He sits on the Editorial Board of the medical journal BMC Cancer.

• Expertise in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and geriatric oncology care.
• Treats cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.
• Maintains active membership in the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital specializing in advanced oncology treatments.

Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital, bringing expertise in minimally invasive procedures and medical education to patient care.

• Medical Assistant in dermatology and surgical procedures
• Certified in Biomagnetism by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Experience with advanced laser treatments and phototherapy
• Trained in weight management and cosmetic procedures

Prof. Filippini specializes in surgical treatment of locally advanced tumors, with training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and City of Hope Oncology Center.

• Over 46 years of experience of experience in oncological surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive, laparoscopic, and robotic techniques
• Authored over 100 scientific publications and two monographs
• Professor at the University of Chieti since the 1990s

Assoc. Dr. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in chordoma and other complex oncological cases.

• Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained in Medical Oncology at İstanbul Okmeydanı Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
• Extensive experience in both academic and clinical settings