Thymoma Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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. Alemdar specializes in thymoma treatment with extensive experience in medical oncology at top Turkish hospitals.

• Trained at Akdeniz University – a leading medical institution in Turkey
• Over 20 years of experience of experience in oncology and internal medicine
• Works at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex – equipped with advanced cancer treatment facilities
• Member of Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Dr. Felix Dobritoiu uses cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques like robotic surgery (da Vinci Xi) and uniportal VATS for thymoma treatment at Ponderas Academic Hospital.

• Specialized in thoracic surgery with expertise in complex mediastinal resections
• Uses small incisions for faster recovery and reduced post-op pain
• Performs procedures without postoperative pleural drainage when possible
• Trained in advanced techniques including the Nuss procedure

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. 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 targeted therapies and immunotherapy for thymoma – Assoc. Prof. Mutlu trained at Akdeniz University and in the US.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Expert in next-generation genetic research for cancer treatment
• Practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Focuses on complementary medicine approaches alongside conventional treatments

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. Mohamed Mahmoud Abdelhakim is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at Cairo University’s National Cancer Institute. He serves as the Head of Radiation Oncology at Shefa al Orman Hospital. Dr. Abdelhakim treats complex cancers, including breast, soft tissue sarcoma, and gynecologic tumors. He is a member of ESTRO and ESMO.

• Performs image-guided brachytherapy and stereotactic radiotherapy.
• Uses IMRT, VMAT, SRS, and SBRT for precise tumor targeting.
• Provides total body and total skin irradiation for bone marrow transplants.
• Practices at ESMO-accredited Shefa al Orman Hospital in Luxor.

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.

Dr. Erkan Karatas brings extensive international training to his work at Atlas University Hospital, with specialized expertise in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery.

• Trained at prestigious institutions worldwide, including the University of Munich and The Ohio State University
• Specializes in cochlear implants and endoscopic approaches with Medel Company training
• Member of multiple professional societies including the American Academy of Otolaryngology
• Completed advanced studies in otology and neurotology in Germany and the US

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. Amr Mahmoud Al Demery is a consultant thoracic surgical oncologist at Shefaa Al Orman Hospital. He specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of thoracic cancers. Dr. Al Demery is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He holds a Doctorate in Surgical Oncology from the National Cancer Institute.

• Cofounder and member of the Egyptian Society of Respiratory Neoplasms.
• Performs complex lung resections, including lobectomy and pneumonectomy.
• Expert in esophageal cancer surgery and chest wall reconstruction.
• Works at an ESMO-accredited center treating 6,000 patients annually.

Prof. Elke Jaeger is one of the best German oncologists according to Focus rating, specializing in sarcoma.

• Head of Oncology and Hematology at Nordwest Clinic
• 41 years of experience of experience in oncology
• Top specialist in sarcoma treatment

Dr. Ayşe İrem Yasin is a medical oncologist at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital in Istanbul. She holds a prestigious ESMO Board Certificate. Dr. Yasin specializes in solid tumors, including breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. She treats complex cases such as Merkel cell carcinoma and cancers of unknown primary.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School, Cleveland Clinic, and Basel University Hospital.
• Completed a clinical observership at the Breast Cancer Unit in Novara, Italy.
• Treats brain and CNS malignancies, soft tissue sarcomas, and urologic cancers.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with the da Vinci robotic system.

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy brings expertise from Istanbul University Oncology Institute and Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with a focus on thymoma and other thoracic malignancies.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology since 2022
• Authored research on rare thoracic cancers published in international journals
• Participated in 8 international clinical trials for novel cancer therapies
• Specializes in immunotherapy and targeted therapy approaches

Professor Ondzhel specializes in oncosurgery with a focus on colorectal and rectal cancers, performing complex procedures at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Trained at Cleveland Clinic – a leader in colorectal surgery
• European Commission-certified proctologist with 24 years of experience of experience
• Published research on rectal adenocarcinoma and multivisceral cancer resection
• Head of Surgery Department at Istanbul Medipol University
• Founding member of the Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association