Melanoma Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

900+ treatments performed – Dr. Serkan Keskin is a top-ranked medical oncologist specializing in advanced melanoma therapies.

• Ranked first in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
• Published 42 articles in international oncology journals
• Member of ASCO and ESMO – leading global oncology societies
• 25 years of experience treating complex cancer cases
• Expert in chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapies

Mustafa Solak has performed 1,100+ cancer treatments, including melanoma, at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 20 years of experience in oncology
• Trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Worked at University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Specializes in various cancers, including melanoma

2,000+ Mohs surgeries performed – Dr. Garcés Gatnau is a pioneer in skin cancer treatment at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 40 years specializing in medical-surgical dermatology
• Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau
• Director of Mohs surgery training program at Autonomous University of Barcelona
• Uses photodynamic therapy for precise tumor removal
• Member of International Society for Dermatologic Surgery

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with over 80 international publications and co-authored books.

• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Trained in Melanoma and Kidney Cancer Clinic at Mount Vernon Cancer Center
• Professor at Haliç University, Istanbul
• Over 22 years of experience at Anadolu Medical Center

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Dr. Seref Komurcu is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, lung, colorectal, and solid cancers. Dr. Komurcu holds both ECFMG and ESMO certifications. He previously served as a professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Published over 110 scientific papers on cancer management.
• Provides immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy treatments.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

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.

Trained in plastic surgery for cancer patients at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – a world leader. He performs reconstructions after skin tumor removal.

• Over 31 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Expert in microsurgery for complex reconstructions after burns or cancer
• Treats both adult and pediatric cases
• Professor and author of over 60 scientific publications
• Member of the World Society For Reconstructive Microsurgery

Prof. Sadi Kerem Okutur is an experienced medical oncologist with over a decade of specialized practice in melanoma and other cancers at top Turkish hospitals.

• Associate professor with extensive research in oncology
• Authored 20+ papers and 10+ book chapters on medical oncology
• Recipient of the 2012 Oncology Research Award
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology

Dr. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

Dr. Harald Rosen specializes in advanced endoscopic surgery for digestive tract disorders, performing minimally invasive procedures with precision at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Decades of experience in gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Expert in endoscopic resections for gastrointestinal cancers
• Trained in cutting-edge interventional endoscopy techniques
• Combines surgical accuracy with deep medical insight

Dr. Midovnik is the director of the melanoma center at Sourasky Medical Center, bringing specialized leadership to melanoma care.

• Specialist in medical oncology with a focus on melanoma
• Holds a PhD from Sackler Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University
• Leads a dedicated melanoma center for comprehensive treatment

Dr. Christiane Thallinger specializes in melanoma and skin cancer, with over 27 years of experience at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Expert in dermoscopy and digital mole mapping for early detection
• Skilled in excisional surgery, cryotherapy, and photodynamic therapy
• Focuses on dermatologic side effects of cancer treatments
• Collaborates with oncology departments for comprehensive patient care

Professor of Medical Oncology with over 29 years of experience – Dr. Saglam leads the department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with extensive fellowship training
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Published research and clinical experience in melanoma treatment

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 Sprecher heads the Dermatology Department at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center and specializes in the genetic factors of skin disease.

• Completed fellowship in genetic dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA
• Author of 220 scientific publications and speaker at over 200 conferences
• Member of the American Academy of Dermatology and Society of Investigative Dermatology
• Professor at Technion – Israel's leading institute of technology

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz specializes in Medical Oncology at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital, with experience in international clinical trials.

• Trained at Ohio State University in Medical Oncology
• Participates in Phase III clinical trials, including CheckMate-649 and Fortitude-101 studies
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection

Specializes in melanoma treatment with immunotherapy and targeted therapies – Phd Viola Fox leads the Haematology, Oncology, and Palliative Care Clinic at BKZ Solingen.

• 14 years of experience in oncology and haematology
• Expert in molecular diagnostics for personalized treatment plans
• Active researcher in molecular biology for innovative cancer therapies
• Member of German and American oncology societies

Professor Keil specializes in advanced diagnostic and interventional radiology, with a focus on melanoma imaging at Academic Hospital Solingen.

• Graduated with honors from Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg
• Chief Physician of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology since 2022
• Expert in MRI and CT imaging for all body regions
• Trained under renowned Professor Rolf W. Günther