Best Chemotherapy for Brain Tumor doctors in Istanbul: TOP 14 doctors

The doctor is a highly regarded oncologist at the Anadolu Medical Center, specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy. After obtaining a medical degree from Ankara University in 2005, the doctor completed specialty training in internal medicine at Istanbul University and further specialized in medical oncology at Marmara University by 2017. The doctor has led the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital and has participated in numerous international clinical studies. The doctor focuses on a wide range of cancers, including breast, urological, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers, among others.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology societies, including the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, the European Society of Medical Oncology, and the American Society of Medical Oncology. The doctor has participated in advanced training programs globally, including programs at Oxford University and ESMO.

Dr. Solak specializes in chemotherapy for brain tumors, trained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Expert in treating various cancers including brain tumors
• Fellowship at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in medical oncology with a focus on brain tumors at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Extensive experience in gastrointestinal oncology

The doctor specializes in managing breast cancer, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. With extensive experience since 2014 at Anadolu Medical Center, the doctor has previously served at Medical Park Hospital, Kocaeli Derince Education and Research Hospital, and Erzurum Regional Education and Research Hospital. The doctor's military service included a role as a Medical Oncology specialist at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

Educational achievements include a degree in general medicine from Istanbul University and specializations in internal medicine and medical oncology. The doctor is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Medical Oncology Society, and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.

Prof. Yeşim (Yesim) Yıldırım — Medical Oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center (since 2011). ESMO-certified specialist, Professor since 2021, author of 80+ scientific publications. Trained at top centers — Rambam (Israel) and Mount Vernon (UK). Treats breast, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, as well as melanoma and sarcomas; uses immunotherapy and targeted therapy.

Why patients choose Dr. Yeşim Yıldırım:

• 20+ years of clinical practice; Professor of Medical Oncology since 2021.
• 80+ peer-reviewed publications in tumor biology, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy — treatment plans are based on up-to-date evidence.
• ESMO certification — from Europe’s leading oncology society — confirms high qualification and continuous training to international standards.

The doctor is an ECFMG and ESMO-certified medical and breast oncologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in solid cancer, breast cancer, colorectal, and lung cancer treatment. Since 2016, the doctor has been a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center.

The doctor graduated from Gülhane Military Medical Academy with a degree in general medicine and completed specialties in internal and medical oncology. The doctor has been a professor and associate professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy, contributing significantly to medical education.

With over 110 papers on cancer management, the doctor is a member of several prestigious oncology organizations.

Professor of Medical Oncology with a focus on brain tumor chemotherapy – Dr. Saglam brings decades of specialized expertise to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Istanbul University
• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and neuroendocrine tumors
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society
• Professor since 2016 in medical oncology

The doctor graduated from Ankara University Medical School and completed residency training in internal medicine at Ankara GATA Medical School. Specializing in medical oncology and hematology, the doctor completed a clinical fellowship in the USA. A pioneer in Turkey, the doctor was part of the team that performed the first bone marrow transplantation in the country. The doctor has served as a visiting lecturer at prestigious institutions in London and Switzerland. Holding the European Medical Oncology Certificate, the doctor is a founding member of both The Turkish Society of Medical Oncology and the Turkish Oncology Group. The clinical focus includes breast, gastrointestinal, lung cancers, lymphomas, and myeloma.

Associate Professor Tahsin Ozatli brings specialized expertise in treating complex cancers at Istinye Liv University Hospital.

• Over a decade of experience in oncology
• Specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Former physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic
• Promoted to Associate Professor in 2016

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in brain tumor chemotherapy at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with a focus on targeted therapies and immunotherapy.

• Published over 50 scientific articles in oncology
• Expert in geriatric oncology and cancer-related malnutrition
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology
• Clinical observership at University of Leicester

Prof. Irfan Cicin is a medical oncologist with over 29 years of experience of experience, specializing in brain tumor chemotherapy at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Completed medical oncology fellowship at Trakya University
• Professor of Medical Oncology at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Over a decade of academic experience in medical oncology

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy specializes in medical oncology at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital, with extensive experience in brain tumor chemotherapy.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology
• Participated in 8 international clinical trials for advanced cancers
• Published multiple studies on chemotherapy outcomes
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute

Associate Professor Muhammed Mustafa Atci leads the Medical Oncology department at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, specializing in brain tumor chemotherapy.

• Over 15 years of experience of experience in medical oncology, including specialized training
• Published 19+ research papers on various oncology topics, including brain tumors
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Education Coordinator for Medical Oncology Sub-Branch at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital