Melanoma Doctors Worldwide

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. Alemdar specializes in melanoma treatments with 20 years of oncology experience at Akdeniz University Hospital.

• Board-certified in medical oncology
• Extensive training at Akdeniz University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Focused practice at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Experienced in complex melanoma cases

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

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

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

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.

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

Dr. Onder Surgit is a professor of general surgery at Optimed International Hospital. He is a surgical instructor at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center (ITEM). Dr. Surgit treats cancer, obesity, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He applies laparoscopic techniques for weight loss and tumor removal.

• Specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve, bypass, and balloon procedures.
• Performs oncological surgeries for breast, lung, stomach, and colon cancer.
• Served as a faculty member at Turgut Ozal and Atilim Universities.
• Works at AACI-accredited Optimed International Hospital in Tekirdag, Turkey.

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

Dr. Inta Jaunalksne specializes in virotherapy, a cutting-edge immunology approach to melanoma treatment.

• 49 years of experience in immunology
• Head of Clinical Immunology Center at Pauls Stradins Clinical University Hospital
• Graduate of Riga Medical Institute
• Internship in Internal Medicine

Dr. Liuying directs the Oncology Ward at Jinshazhou Hospital in Guangzhou. She specializes in minimally invasive ablation for liver, lung, and colorectal cancers. Her primary focus includes hepatocellular carcinoma and melanoma liver metastasis. Dr. Liuying contributed to the national expert consensus on thermal ablation for lung tumors.

• Performs microwave, radiofrequency, and cryoablation for non-vascular tumor treatment.
• Expert in radioactive seed implantation for brachytherapy.
• Authored clinical textbooks on microwave ablation for lung and liver tumors.
• Directs oncology at a hospital holding OECI cancer institute certification.
• Committee member for the China Medical Education Association in brachytherapy.

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli specializes in treating breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Internal Medicine Specialist with experience at multiple oncology centers
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016
• Treats a wide range of cancer types with a comprehensive approach

Professor Liang Xiaoxiao is the Department Director and Chief Physician in Neurorehabilitation. She holds a master’s degree in neurology. She is skilled in neuromodulation for disorders of consciousness, cognition, and movement. Her focus includes cases from cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and related conditions. She also performs ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, limb spasticity, sialorrhea, and neuralgia.

Accreditations and roles: Member of the Neurorehabilitation, Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation, and Craniocerebral Trauma Rehabilitation Committees of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Standing Member of the Cognitive Disorder Rehabilitation Committee of the Fujian Association of Rehabilitation Medicine. Vice Chair of the Dementia and Cognitive Disorder Committee of the Xiamen Preventive Medicine Association. Vice President of the Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Standing Member of the Neuromodulation Committee of the Xiamen Medical Doctor Association. Recipient of the Most Beautiful Physician of Xiamen City (2024).

Specialized in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Over 16 years of surgical experience
• Trained at multiple prestigious universities including Ondokuz Mayıs and Istanbul University
• Specializes in oncological cancer surgery techniques
• Completed advanced laparoscopic surgery training in 2010

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. 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.

Professor Zheng Qiu Hong is Director of the Cell Therapy Research Center and a National Senior Expert in Biotherapy. He is a Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Fujian Medical University. He has more than 30 years of clinical experience in tumor molecular biology and biotherapy. From 2012 to 2013, he was a visiting scholar in stem cell research at the University of Connecticut School of Life Sciences. He previously held leadership roles at Fujian Cancer Hospital. These roles included Director of the Tumor Molecular Biology Laboratory and Director of the Surgical Oncology Research Laboratory. He also served as Deputy Director of the Fujian Key Laboratory of Tumor Biotherapy and Deputy Director of the Biotherapy and Immunotherapy Center.

Appointments include Standing Committee Member of the Biotherapy Committee of the Chinese Research Hospital Association. He is also a Committee Member of the Tumor Immunology and Biotherapy Committee of the Chinese Society for Immunology. In addition, he is Deputy Chair of the Academic Committee of the Xiamen Cell Therapy Research Center at the First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University.

Dr. Aleksandra Starosciak graduated from the Medical Academy in Warsaw. She has been a specialist in general surgery since 2009. She is training in surgical oncology. Since 2010, she has worked in the Department of Oncological Surgery at the Holy Family Hospital in Warsaw. She is a member of the Polish Society of Surgical Oncology. She attends scientific and training conferences in general surgery, oncology, plastic surgery, and breast ultrasound.

She performs breast surgery, including tumor removal, reconstruction, and mastectomy. She also performs soft‑tissue and minor procedures, such as removal of skin lesions and nodules. She performs endocrine surgery for malignant and benign thyroid lesions.

She diagnoses breast diseases. She performs ultrasound‑guided vacuum‑assisted (mammotome) breast biopsies. She also performs core needle and fine‑needle aspiration biopsies. She carries out thyroid biopsies and videodermoscopy of skin lesions.

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).