Page 3 - Best Lung cancer doctors: TOP 125 doctors

Prof. Dr. Özcan Yıldız is a medical oncologist with extensive experience treating complex cancer cases at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Over 10 years of specialized oncology practice, documented in numerous publications
• Author of multiple international studies on neuroendocrine and lung cancers
• Experienced in diagnosing and managing rare paraneoplastic syndromes
• Treats both common and unusual presentations of thoracic malignancies

Professor Ondzhel is a board-certified oncosurgeon and an official Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons, leading the surgery department at Medipol.

• Over 25 years of experience in surgery and oncology
• Internationally trained at Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Holder of a European qualification in coloproctology
• Published author on laparoscopic and multivisceral cancer resection
• Recipient of national awards for scientific contributions to healthcare

Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Asklepios Hospital Barmbek – leading expert in lung cancer surgery.

• Specializes in complex thoracic oncology cases
• Oversees a dedicated thoracic surgery unit
• Focused on surgical precision and patient outcomes

Prof. Didem Tastekin specializes in lung cancer at Istanbul University Oncology Institute, one of Turkey's leading cancer centers.

• 10+ years focused on medical oncology
• Trained at Selçuk University and Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Expert in both common and rare cancers
• Professor role indicates top-tier academic recognition

Prof. Köstler specializes in targeted cancer therapies, with over two decades of experience in individualized treatment at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Expert in breast and gynecologic malignancies
• Associate Professor at Medical University of Vienna
• Focuses on biomarker development and immunotherapy
• Active in European oncology networks

Prof. Klepetko is an internationally renowned thoracic surgeon who performed one of Austria's first lung transplants and established Vienna as a leading center for advanced lung surgery.

• Over three decades of experience in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
• Former Head of Thoracic Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna
• Pioneered innovative techniques for lung transplantation and thoracic oncology
• Developed and led Europe's leading Lung Transplantation Program at AKH Vienna
• Treats complex thoracic diseases and performs cutting-edge surgical procedures

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Zeki Gunluoglu brings expertise in thoracic surgery to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Thoracic surgeon specializing in lung cancer treatments
• Collaborates with oncology specialists for comprehensive care
• Part of a multidisciplinary team at a top university hospital

Leading specialist in drug therapy for lung cancer – Dr. Fox heads the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology and Palliative Care at BKZ Solingen.

• International recognition for molecular biology research in haemato-oncology
• Specializes in immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and molecular diagnostics
• Member of the prestigious American Association for Cancer Research
• Chief Physician at Germany's certified interdisciplinary cancer centre

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tahsin Ozatli specializes in lung cancer at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir.

• Associate Professor in oncology since 2016
• Trained at Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Hospital in Ankara
• Works in medical oncology with focus on gastrointestinal and breast cancers
• Former physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training Hospital

Professor Keil specializes in advanced imaging techniques for precise lung cancer diagnosis and intervention at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

• Expert in MRI and CT imaging for all body regions
• Leads the Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Clinic
• Trained under renowned Professor Rolf W. Günther
• Performs a full range of interventional radiology procedures

Leading lung cancer specialist Prof. Cemil Bilir holds memberships in ASCO, ESMO, and TTOD – key oncology organizations.

• Medical oncology specialist for 14+ years
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic and Northeastern University in the U.S.
• Professor at Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine
• Ph.D. candidate focusing on cancer-related inorganic chemistry

Leads thoracic cancer trials at Hospital Quiron Barcelona – Professor Felip specializes in lung cancer with over 900 procedures performed.

• 38 years of experience in oncology
• Pioneers new pharmacogenomic and immunotherapy approaches
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and IASLC leadership
• Received ESMO Women for Oncology Award

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topçu, M.D., is a medical oncologist at Medipol University and Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, colorectal, gastric, and neuroendocrine cancers. His work also covers targeted therapies, immunotherapy, geriatric oncology, and cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.

He has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers. Recent work includes a 2024 Frontiers in Medicine study on geriatric syndromes and a 2023 Future Oncology paper on sarcopenia and anxiety in lung cancer. He has also published on the CONUT score in breast cancer and on malnutrition in HER2-negative metastatic gastric cancer.

Dr. Topçu serves on the Editorial Board of BMC Cancer. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, ESMO, and the Turkish Geriatrics Society. Education and training: M.D., Uludağ University; residency in Internal Medicine, Marmara University; fellowship in Medical Oncology, Bezmialem Vakıf University.

Dr. Liuying leads the Oncology Ward at Jinshazhou Hospital, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. Clinical focus includes hepatocellular carcinoma, cholangiocarcinoma, and lung and colorectal cancers. Dr. Liuying has special expertise in melanoma and melanoma liver metastasis. Interventional skills include MWA, RFA, cryoablation, and radioactive seed implantation for non-vascular, minimally invasive tumor ablation.

Research: participated in two Guangdong Provincial science and technology projects. Contributed to the 2014 Expert Consensus for Thermal Ablation of Primary and Metastatic Lung Tumors. Published in the Chinese Journal of Lung Cancer. Compiled Selected Cases of Microwave Ablation for Lung Tumors and Selected Cases of Microwave Ablation for Liver Tumors.

Appointments: Standing Committee Member, Youth Committee of Intra-Tumor Brachytherapy Medicine, China Medical Education Association. Standing Committee Member, Minimally Invasive Interventional Medicine Professional Committee, Guangdong Primary Medical Association.

Prof. Paksoy specializes in lung cancer at Medipol Bahcelievler Hospital, with extensive research in NSCLC treatments like ALK-positive and ROS1 fusion cases.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology
• Published multiple studies on lung cancer treatments
• Active participant in international clinical trials

Prof. Salman specializes in comprehensive genomic profiling for lung cancer at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with extensive experience in targeted therapies and immunotherapy.

• Over 15 years of experience in medical oncology
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
• Board member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology
• Active in clinical research and experimental treatments

Dr. Ozden specializes in medical oncology with a focus on lung cancer, bringing expertise from training at Istanbul University and Kocaeli University.

• Trained in internal medicine and medical oncology subspecialty
• Practiced at leading hospitals including Şırnak State Hospital
• 10+ years of clinical experience in oncology

Dr. Van Kampen specializes in radiotherapy for lung cancer at Nordwest Clinic.

• Focuses on precise radiation treatment planning
• Works with multidisciplinary oncology teams
• Experienced in modern radiotherapy techniques

30+ years in immunology with a focus on virotherapy – Dr. Jaunalksne leads the Clinical Immunology Center at Pauls Stradins Clinical University Hospital.

• Specializes in virotherapy – a cutting-edge field in immunology
• Head of Clinical Immunology Center at a major university hospital
• Graduate of Riga Medical Institute with internship in Internal Medicine