Melanoma Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy combines oncology expertise with immunotherapy research at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology
• Subinvestigator on 8 major international clinical trials
• Published research on melanoma and other cancers
• Medical Oncology Fellowship from Istanbul University

Dr. Topcu trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center and specializes in treating skin cancers, including melanoma, at Biruni University Hospital.

• Board-certified in medical oncology with extensive training in the US and Canada
• Member of ESMO and ASCO – leading oncology societies
• Works with a wide range of cancer types, including complex cases

Specialized in radiation oncology from Marmara University – one of Turkey's leading medical schools.

• Trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Completed specialization in radiation oncology
• Educated in English at Marmara University

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.

Specializes in dermatological procedures with extensive experience in laser treatments and minimally invasive techniques.

• Head of Teaching at Puerto Vallarta Regional Hospital
• Medical Assistant in dermatology clinic for 12 years of experience
• Certified in Biomagnetism by Higher Institute of Biomagnetism
• Experience with fractional laser and IPL for facial rejuvenation

Head of Dermatology Department

Professor Ulrich Keilholz leads the Center of Oncology at one of Germany's most renowned university hospitals, Charité Berlin.

• Specialized oncologist focusing on oncology
• Treats melanoma and other skin cancers
• Provides care at a leading academic medical center

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. Ismail Ozdemir specializes in Ear, Nose, Throat, and Head and Neck Surgery with decades of experience in leading hospitals.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University Eskisehir Medical Faculty in 1980
• Completed career education at Hacettepe University Medical Center
• Held leadership roles at Izmir Atatürk Education and Research Hospital
• Former head of ENT at Namik Kemal University Medical Faculty

Assoc. Dr. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, specializing in melanoma treatment.

• Over 19 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Former Head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in both clinical practice and academic research

Assoc. Dr. Ugur Ekici brings over 26 years of experience of surgical expertise, specializing in advanced cancer surgery techniques at Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specialized in cancer surgery with extensive laparoscopic experience
• Published research in international medical journals
• Completed rigorous training at Şişli Etfal Hospital's General Surgery Clinic

Dr. Sridhar P.S. specializes in melanoma treatment at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre, with extensive training in radiotherapy.

• Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy
• Member of the Association of Radiation Oncology of India
• Part of the Bangalore Oncology Group
• Specializes in neuro-oncology as part of the Society for Neuro-Oncology