Best Lung cancer Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 70

Professor Bülent Karagöz specializes in lung cancer treatment using immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Over 33 years of experience in medical oncology
• Expert in tumor biology and immunology
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Author of 40+ publications in cancer research
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Professor Eda Tanrikulu Simsek has performed over 900 procedures and specializes in medical oncology at Anadolu Medical Center.

• 27 years of experience in oncology
• Former head of medical oncology at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital
• Member of multiple international oncological associations
• Author of numerous articles in international journals

Dr. Cagatay Saim Tezel is a Professor of Thoracic Surgery at Memorial Şişli Hospital. He specializes in esophageal surgery and lung transplantation. Dr. Tezel completed international training as an observer at the Royal Brompton Hospital in London. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
• Member of the European Respiratory Society.
• Former instructor for thoracic surgery at Yeditepe University.
• Award-winning thesis advisor recognized by the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Dr. Banu Atalar is a professor and radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She is an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Radiology (H.FACR). She completed a clinical research fellowship in stereotactic radiosurgery at Stanford University. Stereotactic radiosurgery and MR-guided adaptive SRS make up 75% of her clinical practice.

• President of the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology.
• Chair of the ESTRO National Societies Committee.
• Recipient of the ASCO International Development and Education Award.
• Author of over 70 international peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Huseyin Baloglu is a pathologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Turkey. He leads liquid biopsy and precision oncology services. Dr. Baloglu holds a patent for molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer treatment. He completed training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Heidelberg University.

• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications in molecular and surgical pathology.
• Specializes in tumor biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and genetic mutation testing.
• Treats complex oncological cases, including glioblastoma and rare sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

As a professor in medical oncology, Prof. Sezer Sağlam brings 27 years of expertise in lung cancer treatments.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology, a crucial area for lung cancer complications
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Active member of ESMO and ASCO — follows international treatment protocols
• Leads the Medical Oncology Department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

Dr. Ayshe Okumush is a radiation oncologist at Private NeoLife Medical Center. She earned her MD from Karadeniz Technical University in 2003. She completed a residency in radiation oncology at Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital from 2006 to 2011.

She served as a specialist at Diyarbakir Uckuyular Training and Research Hospital from 2011 to 2013 and at Sisli Etfal from 2013 to 2016. She then worked at Yeni Yuzyil University Private Gaziosmanpasa Hospital from 2016 to 2026. She joined NeoLife in 2026.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO). Clinical focus: SRS, SRT, SBRT; VMAT, IMRT; radiotherapy for head and neck, lung, and brain tumors; SGRT, TBI, and 3D brachytherapy.

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist. His work focuses on metabolically supported chemotherapy (MSCT), ketogenic diet–supported cancer care, hyperthermia, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and insulin potentiation therapy. He emphasizes care for breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers.

He is a Medical Oncology Specialist at Neolife Medical Center (2026–present). He previously served at Private Bahçelievler Medical Park (2013–2026), Medicana Beylikdüzü (2010–2013), Silivri Anadolu (2009–2010), Diyarbakır Training and Research (2008–2009), and Bursa Çekirge State (2006–2008). Earlier, he worked as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1997–2003). He was an Assistant Professor at Altınbaş University (2014–2026).

Training: Medical Oncology subspecialty, Marmara University (2003–2006). Internal Medicine, Istanbul Haydarpaşa Numune (1992–1996). Medicine, Uludağ University (1985–1990). Member, Medical Oncology Association (since 2004). His recent research (2019–2020) covers gastric, breast, pancreatic, and lung cancers. Topics include long‑term survival in metastatic pancreatic cancer and feasibility in metastatic non‑small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Prof. Dr. Sefik Igdem specializes in radiation oncology with advanced treatments like Truebeam Stx. He brings years of expertise to lung cancer care.

• Professor at T.R. Demiroğlu Bilim University
• Expert in conformal radiation treatments
• Uses cutting-edge Halcyon technology
• Specializes in head and neck cancers
• Practices at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital

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.

Prof. Serkan Keskin has performed 1,100+ procedures with 25 years of oncology experience, specializing in chemotherapy at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Ranked 1st in Turkey's Medical Oncology Proficiency Exam
• Specialized in Medical Oncology at Istanbul University Institute of Oncology
• Member of ASCO and ESMO, recognized globally
• Recipient of Best Poster Award at National Cancer Congress
• Utilizes targeted therapy and immunotherapy alongside chemotherapy

20 years as a clinical oncologist – Dr. Solak specializes in lung cancer at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Fellowship-trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Worked at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Handles complex cases including breast, testicular, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Mehmet Akif Ozturk is a medical oncology specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He currently serves as a faculty member at Üsküdar University. Dr. Ozturk previously held a faculty position at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility known for its high organ transplant success rates.

• Specializes in clinical oncology for local and international patients.
• Practices at Memorial Şişli, the first hospital in Turkey to earn JCI accreditation.
• Serves as a medical oncology specialist in Istanbul since 2018.
• Held specialist roles at several major Turkish medical centers throughout his career.

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Alici leads the medical oncology team at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, specializing in lung cancer treatments.

• Title as Professor indicates high academic and clinical standing
• Focused specifically on medical oncology treatments
• Consults at a major international hospital in Turkey

Over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions completed with MR-Linac – Assoc. Prof. Turkkan specializes in advanced radiation treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in stereotactic radiotherapy and MRI-guided treatments
• Member of European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology
• Published 27 articles on radiation oncology
• Clinical researcher at Maastricht University's MAASTRO Clinic

Prof. Şeref Kömürcü has authored 110+ papers on cancer management and specializes in lung cancer at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Over 33 years of experience in medical oncology
• Board-certified by ESMO and ECFMG
• Professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of The Lung Cancer Organization and ESMO

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in lung cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, combining clinical expertise with academic research at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Authored 80+ publications, including contributions to cancer treatment handbooks
• Member of ESMO and ESO – leading European oncology associations
• Fellowship at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London for immunooncology
• Professor at Haliç University, training future oncologists

Dr. Mustafa Ozdogan is a professor and medical oncology specialist at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He is the current President of the Antalya Breast Cancer Association. Dr. Ozdogan previously led oncology departments at Memorial Antalya and Medstar Antalya hospitals. He focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to complex cancer care.

• Sits on the board of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Maintains active membership in ESMO and ASCO.
• Co-chairs the national working group for head and neck cancers.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, which features MR Linac and robotic surgery systems.

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.