Best Cancer screening Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 49

Professor Bulent Karagoz is a medical oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He previously led the medical oncology department at GATA Haydarpasa Training Hospital.

• Expert in tumor biology and immunology for precise cancer screening
• Published over 40 scientific research papers on cancer detection and treatment
• Professor at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Trained in clinical research ethics by the Ministry of Health

Professor Zafer Gulbas founded the Bone Marrow Transplant Center at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in hematology-oncology and collaborates with Johns Hopkins Medicine to ensure high diagnostic standards during cancer screening.

• Performed 3,000+ bone marrow transplants since 2010
• Achieved an 81% success rate for autologous transplants
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
• Uses flow cytometry to identify specific cell types in blood cancers
• Published 260+ scientific papers with over 5,000 citations in his field

Dr. Ulvi Gulmammadov is a check-up physician at Memorial Göztepe Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in preventive medicine and comprehensive health screenings. Dr. Gulmammadov previously served as a medical director for five years. He holds a degree from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained in occupational medicine to support workplace health and safety.
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Medical Association.
• Spent six years practicing check-up and hospital medicine at Acıbadem Atakent.
• Works at Memorial Göztepe, a facility equipped with advanced 3 Tesla MRI technology.

Professor Kezban Berberoglu is a nuclear medicine specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. She completed advanced medical training at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

• Performs cancer screening using PET/CT imaging to detect and localize tumors
• Specializes in Gallium-68 PET-CT scans for neuroendocrine and prostate cancers
• Expert in identifying bone marrow involvement in childhood cancers using radioactive tracers
• Member of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM)
• Professor at Istanbul Aydın University – one of Turkey's academic medical institutions

Dr. Cem Yalcinkaya is an associate professor and gynecologic oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in fertility-sparing surgeries and robotic procedures for gynecologic cancers. Dr. Yalcinkaya holds a robotic surgeon certificate for the DaVinci system. He successfully passed the European Society of Gynecologic Oncology (ESGO) exam in 2019.

• Certified robotic surgeon for myomectomy and hysterectomy procedures.
• Completed clinical observations at Charité Berlin and Tel Aviv Chaim Sheba Medical Center.
• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis and ovarian cancer.
• Member of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) since 2015.

Associate Professor Atasoyu leads adult and pediatric health screenings at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in internal medicine and kidney health while directing oncological cancer screening programs.

• Treats internal conditions and chronic kidney disease at a top Turkish medical facility
• Performs diagnostic kidney biopsies and manages complex hypertension cases
• Member of the International Society of Nephrology
• Fellowship-trained at GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital in internal medicine and nephrology
• Active member of the European Renal Association–European Dialysis Transplant Association

Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a certified Fellow of the European Board of Surgery at Anadolu Medical Center. He specialists in detecting and treating gastrointestinal cancers during cancer screenings.

• Holds a Surgical Endoscopy Training Certificate for precise internal examinations
• Trained in endosonography – an advanced imaging technique combining endoscopy and ultrasound
• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery (FEBS–C)
• Specializes in HIPEC – targeted heated chemotherapy for advanced abdominal cancers
• Member of the European Society of Coloproctology

Prof. Dr. Ustundag is a leading specialist in head and neck cancer screening at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Trained in head and neck oncology at Stanford University in California
• Specializes in detecting tumors of the larynx and nasal passages
• Authored 47 scientific articles in international medical journals
• Member of the German Society of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
• Former Professor at Kocaeli University medical faculty

Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and the treatment of liver cancer. Dr. Sağlam was nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for his work on liver-transplanted patients. He has served as a professor of medical oncology since 2016.

• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS).
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced PET-MRI and radiology departments.

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

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).

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in early detection and systemic therapy for colorectal, breast, and lung cancers.

• Trained at Istanbul University and Cerrahpasa Medical School during his oncology fellowship
• Focuses on urogenital and gastrointestinal cancer screening to detect malignancies early
• Former oncology expert at the Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society and the Turkish Medical Oncology Society
• Expert in identifying rare conditions such as Ewing's sarcoma in soft tissue

Dr. Akif Nuri Dogan leads internal medicine at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He provides specialized cancer screening by identifying underlying health risks.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine – a top-tier Turkish medical faculty
• Evaluates digestive disorders and gastric issues that can signal early health changes
• Created monitoring plans at Antalya Training and Research Hospital for chronic conditions
• Residency completed at Bezm-i Alem Vakif Gureba Teaching and Research Hospital
• Investigates chronic fatigue to find root causes during diagnostic evaluations

Dr. Mustafa Solak practiced at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He provides cancer screening and treatments at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Completed a specialized oncology fellowship at the Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Specializes in detecting and treating gastrointestinal malignancies like stomach and colon cancer
• Experienced in identifying gynecological cancers including cervical and ovarian tumors
• Uses evidence-based therapies to screen for head, neck, and lung malignancies
• Trained in internal medicine at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Professor Yeşim Yıldırım is an ESMO-certified oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She specializes in immunotherapy and targeted biology to detect and treat cancer markers.

• Holds a specialized certificate from the European Society of Medical Oncology
• Trained in advanced oncology at Rambam Medical Center in Israel
• Completed immunooncology training at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in the UK
• Founded the Turkish Gastrointestinal Oncology Network to improve cancer care standards
• Authored over 80 scientific publications and textbooks on precision medicine

Dr. Selami Aydin specializes in internal medicine at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He focuses on identifying chronic and gastric diseases during cancer screening.

• Trained at Karadeniz Technical University and Kocaeli University faculties of medicine
• Expertise includes diagnosing thyroid diseases and intestinal disorders
• Evaluates hyperlipidemia and hypertension as part of overall patient health
• Practices at a hospital accredited by JCI for high safety standards

Author of 110+ scientific papers, Professor Seref Komurcu leads oncology cases at the JCI-accredited Anadolu Medical Center.

• Holds ESMO certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Earned ECFMG certification to meet United States medical practice standards
• Specializes in systemic therapies for solid tumors during cancer screening
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Recipient of the GATA Outstanding Service Award for medical excellence

Dr. Fatma Kural Aydin provides specialized oncological check-ups at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental to detect early signs of cancer.

• Performs targeted cancer screening for both men and women
• Interprets abdominal ultrasound and lung function tests for diagnosis
• Specialist in endocrine and metabolic diseases at a JCI-accredited hospital
• Studied medicine at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on health check-ups for early detection of chronic internal diseases