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Education and Expertise

Selcuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education

Dr.Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Anakara Oncology Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Specialization

Experience

Malatya State Hospital Internal Diseases Clinic

Ankara Oncology Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic

Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic


AREAS OF INTEREST

Lung cancer

esophageal cancer

Gastric cancer

breast cancer

Gastrointestinal surgery

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Professor Erol Akgül is an Interventional Neuroradiologist and a member of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology, Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe, European Association of Radiology, Turkish Society of Radiology, Turkish Society of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, Turkish Society of Neuroradiology, and Turkish Medical Association.

Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf AÇIKGÖZ
Specialization: Medical Oncology

Education:

• 2004-2011: İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
• 2011-2016: Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 2017-2022: Health Sciences University, Medical Oncology

Professional Experience:

• 2016-2017: Bingöl City Hospital, Internal Medicine
• 2021-2022: Health Sciences University, Medical Oncology
• 2022-2023: Kastamonu Education and Research Hospital, Medical Oncology
• 2023-2024: Ohio State University, Medical Oncology
• 2024-Present: Lokman Hekim University, Medical Oncology, Ankara Hospital

Clinical Trials, Courses, Certifications:

Clinical Trials:

• 2017-2021: Phase III, CheckMate-649 Study (Assistant Investigator)
• 2022-Present: Phase III, Fortitude-101 Study (Assistant Investigator)

Courses:

• 2018: Medicres Basic and Advanced Biostatistics Training Program (ongoing), Istanbul-Vienna
• 2019: Immuno-Oncology Education Course, March 1-2, 2019, Vienna, Central European Cooperative Oncology Group (CECOG)
• 2018: Good Clinical Practice Certification, April 7-8, 2018, Ankara, Health Sciences University
• 2017: Basic Oncology Training Program, November 25-26, 2017, Adana, Clinical Oncology Society
• 2016: Basic Ultrasonography Course (10 hours theoretical + 10 hours practical), September 24-25, 2016, Ankara, Turkish Emergency Medicine Association

Certifications:

• Ongoing: ECFMG Certification
• 2024: CITI Responsible Conduct of Research (The Ohio State University)
• 2024: CITI IACUC-Laboratory Animal Research (The Ohio State University)
• 2024: CITI Human Subjects Protection (The Ohio State University)
• 2024: CITI Good Clinical Practice (The Ohio State University)
• 2023: Occupational English Test (OET)
• 2019: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Total Score: 6.5, May 26, 2019, Ankara, British Council
• 2017: USMLE Step 2 CK Exam; Score: 244, February 7, 2017
• 2016: USMLE Step 1 Exam; Score: 215, August 25, 2016

Memberships:

• American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) - 2022
• Turkish Society of Medical Oncology - 2020

Experience

2019 - 2022

University of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara City Hospital, Cardiology Clinic, Ankara

2017 - 2019

University of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Turkey Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology Clinic, Ankara,

2012 - 2017

Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology Clinic, Ankara,

2012 - 2017

T.R. Karabük University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology

2006 - 2006

Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology Clinic, Ankara,

2001 - 2006

Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology Clinic, Ankara,

1996 - 2001

Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology Clinic, Ankara,

Education

2017 Karabük University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology

2006 Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

2001 Türkiye Higher Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Cardiology

1996 Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine

Experience

2018 - 2022

Health Sciences University – Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital

2016 - 2018

Diyarbakır Memorial Dicle Hospital Cardiology Clinic

2010 - 2010

Dicle University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology

2010 - 2016

Private Veni Vidi Hospital, Cardiology Clinic Supervisor

2006 - 2010

Dicle University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology

2005 - 2006

Urfa State Hospital

1999 - 2005

Turkey High Specialization Training and Research Hospital

1998 - 1999

Duruca Health Center

Education

2018

Health Sciences University, Cardiology

2010

Dicle University, Department of Cardiology

2005

Cardiology Turkey High Specialization Training and Research Hospital, Medical Specialization

1998

Ege University, Faculty of Medicine

Medical Interests and Activities 

• Gastrointestinal diseases 

• Oncologic laparoscopic surgery 

• Anorectal area diseases 

• Urgent surgical cases (acute cholecystitis, divertikülit, ileus, pankreatit, appendicitis) 

• Colon and rectum cancer 

• Treatment of oncologic surgical cases with further laparoscopic and robotic surgery. • Laparoskopik hernia surgery 

• Esophagus and stomach cancer 

• Selim anorectal diseases (hemorrhoidal disease, anal fissure), perianal fistula, pilonoidal sinus (hairless- non-surgical treatment)

Education and Experience 

• İstanbul University Medical Faculty 1988 • University of Colorado Health Science Center – Intern Surgeon 

• Isparta, Dedeçam Şehit Ramazan Karaca Health Center (1995-1996) • İstanbul Surgery Hospital – American Hospital (2000-2001) 

• Chief assistant Istanbul Medical Faculty, Department of General Surgery (2001-2008) • World Congress on Peritonel Surface Malignancies (HIPEC course) Berlin, Germany (2012) 

• USC Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, USA (2006-2007) 

• Assoc. Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2008-2014) 

• Da Vinci Robotic Intensive Course at IRCAD, Strasbourg, France (2011) 

• Stony Brook Medicine Cadaver Training Event in Colon and Rectal Surgery, New York, USA (2016) (Instructor) 

• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery- Emergency Surgery (FEBS EmSurg) Honorary Diploma (2017) 

• Prof. M.D. , İstanbul Medical Faculty General Surgery (2014 -2017) 

• İstanbul University Medical Faculty – General Surgery Master of Science 1996 

• University of Southern California Medical Center, Department of General Surgery, Los Angeles, USA – February 2006 – February 2007

Scientific Publications • Endoscopic Laparoscopic & Minimal Invasive Surgery Journal Editorial Board / National Scientific Committee • UTACD Assist. Editor

Areas of Interests

• Breast cancer
• Lung cancer
• Colorectal cancers
• Gynecological and urogenital cancers
• Molecular Oncology

Education:

• Kızıltepe Anatolian High School 2001
• Dicle University Faculty of Medicine 2007
• Istanbul Medeniyet University Göztepe Training and Research Hospital 2014
• Kartal City Hospital 2021
• Associate Professor of Medical Oncology 2023

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus
• Adıyaman University Training and Research Hospital
• Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital
• Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital

Research:

• Phase II, Randomized, Open-Label, Multicenter Study to Comparatively Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of GDC-9545 and Physician-Preferred Endocrine Monotherapy in Previously Treated, Estrogen Receptor Positive, HER2-Negative, Locally Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer Patients, Other ( International), Dr. Murat Ayhan
• Phase III, Randomized, Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Palbociclib and Fulvestrant with Gdc-0077 Compared with Placebo in Patients with Pik3ca-Mutant, Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative, Locally Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer. Double Blind, Placebo Controlled Study, Other (International), Dr. Murat Ayhan
• Randomized, Multicenter, Phase Ib/III Study Evaluating the Pharmacokinetics, Efficacy, and Safety of Subcutaneous Atezolizumab Compared to Intravenous Atezolizumab in Patients with Previously Treated Locally Advanced or Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Other (International) Dr. Murat Ayhan
• Randomized, Controlled, Multicenter, Open-Label Study Including Observation Follow-Up for PSMA-PET-Negative Patients, Investigating the Efficacy and Safety of Addition of Apalutamide to Radiotherapy and LHRH Agonist in PSMA-PET-Positive High-Risk Hormone-Sensitive Prostate Cancer Patients, Other (International) Dr. Murat Ayhan
• Biomarker Study to Identify Patients with Advanced Stage Urothelial Cancer and Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor Gene Aberrations-42756493BLC0002, Other (International), Dr. Murat Ayhan
• Publications:
• Ayhan M, Turan N, Köstek O, et all. Does the efficacy of regorafenib differ in chemotherapy refractory metastatic colorectal cancer patients who had mucinous pathology compared to those who had non-mucinous pathology? Curr Probl Cancer. 2021 Jun;45(3):100670. doi: 10.1016/j.currproblcancer.2020.100670.
• Ayhan M, Odabas H, Turan N, et all. Factors affecting the mortality rate of patients with cancer hospitalized with COVID-19: a single center's experience. J Chemother. 2021 Nov;33(7):499-508. doi: 10.1080/1120009X.2021.1923153.
• Ayhan M, Laçin Ş, Özyükseler DT, et all. Does systemic anti-tumor therapy increase COVID-19 risk in patients with cancer? J Oncol Pharm Pract. 2021 Sep;27(6):1461-1467. doi: 10.1177/10781552211015762.
• Ayhan M, Abamor E, Coban Kokten S, et al. Value of FDG PET/CT in Predicting Pathologic Complete Response After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Locally Advanced Breast Cancer. EJMI 2022;6(2):165–175.
• Ayhan M, Terzioglu K. Experience With Rapid Drug Desensitization With Chemotherapeutics; A SingleCentre Retrospective Study. EJMI 2021;5(3):380–387.
• Doğan A, AYHAN M. Survival analysis of patients with triple-negative breast cancer: a single-center experience. Journal of Oncological Sciences, 8(2), 94-99., Doi: 10.37047/jos.2022-89749
• Terzioğlu K, Ayhan M. Comparative Assessment of Platinum Salts and Taxane Group Hypersensitivity Reactions, The Role of Skin Tests in Diagnosis? J Oncol Pharm Pract. 2021 Nov 30:10781552211050084. doi: 10.1177/10781552211050084.
• Tacar SY, Selcukbiricik F, Yilmaz M, Erturk K, Murat Sarici A, Gulturk I, Ayhan M, Tural D. Nivolumab for metastatic uveal melanoma: a multicenter, retrospective study. Melanoma Res. 2021 Oct 1;31(5):449-455. doi: 10.1097/CMR.0000000000000744.
• Özyurt E, Özçelik S, Sürmeli H, Çelik M, Ayhan M, Özçelik M. Side effects of immune-checkpoint inhibitors: Can multiple side effects be seen in a patient? J Oncol Pharm Pract. 2022 Mar;28(2):462-465. doi: 10.1177/10781552211038136.
• Dülgar Ö, Öven BB, Atcı MM, Arıkan R, Ay S, Ayhan M, Selvi O, Ozyukseler DT, Bayram E, Özcan E, Yasin Aİ, Gümüş M. Is the benefit of using adjuvant capecitabine in patients with residual triple-negative breast cancer related to pathological response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy? Expert Rev Anticancer Ther. 2022 Jul;22(7):773-780. doi: 10.1080/14737140.2022.2076670.
• Hizal M, Bilgin B, Paksoy N, Ayhan M, et all. The real-life efficacy and safety of osimertinib in pretreated advanced non-small cell lung cancer patients with T790M mutation: a Turkish Oncology Group Study. J Cancer Res Clin Oncol. 2022 Jun;148(6):1501-1508. doi: 10.1007/s00432-021-03748-7.
• Volume I, Kucukarda A, Atcı MM, Ayhan M, et all. Efficacy and safety of trastuzumab emtansine in older patients with HER2-positive advanced breast cancer: a real-world study. Tumori. 2022 Feb;108(1):19-25. doi: 10.1177/03008916211037739.
• Dogan I, Ayhan M, Gurbuz M, et all. The frequency and prognostic significance of ABO/Rh blood groups in male breast cancer patients: A multicenter study. Medicine (Baltimore). 2022 Sep 2;101(35):e30147. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000030147.
• Ozcelik M, Oyman A, Cil I, Duzgun O, Ozkan OF, Ayhan M. Cytoreductive Surgery versus Systemic Chemotherapy alone in Isolated Peritoneal Carcinomatosis of Colorectal Origin. J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2021 Nov;31(11):1308-1313. doi: 10.29271/jcpsp.2021.11.1308.
• Başoğlu T, Sakin A, Erol C, Ayhan M, et all. Real life experienceof patients with locally advanced gastric and gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma treated with neoadjuvant chemotherapy: a Turkish oncology group study. J Chemother. 2022 May 17:1-8. doi: 10.1080/1120009X.2022.2073159.
• Özdemir Ö, Zengel B, Yildiz Y, Ayhan M, et all. The effectiveness and safety of neoadjuvant pertuzumab and trastuzumab in women with locally advanced, inflammatory, or early-stage human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-positive breast cancer: Turkish Oncology Group study. Anticancer Drugs. 2022 Aug 1;33(7):663-670. doi: 10.1097/CAD.0000000000001310.
• Hizal M, Bilgin B, Paksoy N, Ayhan M, et all. The percentage of ALK-positive cells and the efficacy of first-line alectinib in advanced non-small cell lung cancer: is it a novel factor for stratification? (Turkish Oncology Group Study). J Cancer Res Clin Oncol. 2022 Sep 1. doi: 10.1007/s00432-022-04252-2.
• Hizal M, Bilgin B, Paksoy N, Ayhan M, et all. Real-world data on efficacy and safety of first-line alectinib treatment in advanced-stage, ALK-positive non-small-cell lung cancer patients: a Turkish Oncology Group study. Future Oncol. 2022 Jul;18(23):2573-2582. doi: 10.2217/fon-2022-0083.
• Topcu A, Atci MM, Secmeler S, Besiroglu M, Ayhan M, Ozkan M, Bozkurt O, Urakci Z, Ay S, Geredeli C, Yasin AI, Turk HM. Efficacy of trastuzumab and potential risk factors on survival in patients with HER2-positive metastatic gastric cancer. Future Oncol. 2021 Nov;17(31):4157-4169. doi: 10.2217/fon-2021-0398.
• Bilgin B, Sendur MAN, Yucel S, Ayhan M, et all. Real-life comparison of the afatinib and first-generation tyrosine kinase inhibitors in nonsmall cell lung cancer harboring EGFR exon 19 deletion: a Turk Oncology Group (TOG) study. J Cancer Res Clin Oncol. 2021 Jul;147(7):2145-2152. doi: 10.1007/s00432-020-03501-6.
• Atci MM, Akagunduz B, Demir M, Arikan R, Ay S, Ozer M, Ayhan M, Cil I, Demir N, Ozyurt N, Karakaya G, Cevik GT, Onder AH, Selvi O, Sakin A. The impact of adjuvant oxaliplatin and tumor sidedness on the overall survival of stage IIB colon cancer patients: a multicentre study. J Chemother. 2023 Feb;35(1):19-28. doi: 10.1080/1120009X.2022.2040770.
• Tataroglu Ozyukseler D, Ay S, Turan M, Alkan G, Ayhan M, Surmeli H, et al. The Systemic Inflammation Response Index as a Prognostic Marker in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer. EJMI 2022;6(3):367–373.
• Yıldız F, Ayhan M, Demir H, et all. Comparing the efficacy of cabazitaxel in secondline and third-Line treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: a multi-center experience from Turkey. International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research, 7(9), 112-116.,Doi: 10.21276/ijcmr.2020.7.9.30
• Terzioğlu K, Ayhan M. Distribution of allergens detected on patch tests of patients with allergic contact dermatitis and investigation of their atopic background. Annals of Medical Research, 29(5), 422-426., doi: 10.5455/annalsmedres.2021.07.490
• Arikan R, Atci MM, Ay S, Ayhan M, et all Prognostic significance of mucinous histology in left sided metastatic colorectal cancers with wild type RAS and evaluation of backbone chemotherapy regimens. Oncol Lett. 2023 Apr 5;25(5):208. doi: 10.3892/ol.2023.13795.
• Almuradova E, Yalcin S, Arıkan R, Ayhan M, Demir H, Cevik GT, Karaca M, Petekkaya I, Karabulut B. Survival of Patients With Metastatic Rectum Cancer Who Underwent Metastasectomy Following Conversion Chemotherapy Sans Pelvic Radiotherapy: A Turkish Oncology Group Study. Cureus 2023 May 17;15(5):e39119. doi: 10.7759/cureus.39119.
• Topcu A, Besiroglu M, Atci MM, Ayhan M, et all. Second-line Therapy after Trastuzumab Failure in HER2-Positive Metastatic Gastric Cancer: A Real-life Data. EJMI 2023;7(2):153–161. DOI: 10.14744/ejmi.2023.22720
• Book Writing:
• Drug interactions and side effects of targeted agents, Section name: (Small molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitors; ROS-1 targeted therapies (Crizotinib, Seritinib)) (2021)., AYHAN MURAT, Turkish Clinics Journal of Medical Sciences, Editor: Mehmet Aliustaoglu, Publishing number:1, Number of Pages 92, ISBN:978-625-401- 466-6, Turkish
• Approach to gastrointestinal stromal tumors and neuroendocrine tumors, Department name: (Medical approach in primary non-gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors) (2020)., AYHAN MURAT, Akademisyen Yayınevi, Editor: Anılır Ender, Number of editions: 1, Number of Pages 382, ISBN: 9786052585719, Turkish
• Internal medicine emergencies, Department name: (Oncological emergencies) (2022)., YILDIRIM SEDAT, AYHAN MURAT, Efe Academic Publishing, Editor: Serdar Olt, Number of editions: 1, Number of Pages 232, ISBN: 978-625-8324-66- 2, Turkish
• Physicians' chemotherapy cancer drug manual 2020, Section name: (Common chemotherapy regimens in clinical practice) (2022)., SÜMBÜL AHMET TANER, ALKAN ALI, AKSOY ASUDE, AYHAN MURAT, et all, Türkiye Klinikleri Journal of Medical Sciences, Editor: EDWAR CHU, VINCENT T. DEVITA, SAADDETIN KILIÇKAP, CEMIL BILIR, SELÇUK SEBER, Number of editions: 1, Number of pages 772, ISBN: 978-625-401-290- 7, Turkish (Book Translation)

Dr. Erkancakir is a specialist in pediatric chest diseases. He has experience with acute and chronic respiratory problems, respiratory tract infections, and bronchoscopic procedures. His areas of focus include asthma, sleep-related breathing disorders, cystic fibrosis, and tuberculosis.

He completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. He continued his specialty training at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and Marmara University. Dr. Erkancakir has worked at leading institutions, such as Bezmialem Vakıf University and Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Turkish Thoracic Society and the European Respiratory Society. Dr. Erkancakir has received more than 20 national and international awards for his research and presentations, especially in pediatric pulmonology and cystic fibrosis.

Dr. Baha Zengel is a general surgeon with expertise in breast, gallbladder, thyroid diseases, and hernia repairs. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 1990. In 2004, he earned a doctorate in Basic Oncology from Dokuz Eylül University. He became an Associate Professor of General Surgery in 2014 through the Inter-University Board.

Dr. Zengel is skilled in advanced surgical procedures. His experience includes skin and breast-conserving mastectomy, oncoplastic breast surgery, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and ROLL/SNOLL techniques. He has held important positions at Izmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospital, including Education Officer.

He is a member of several professional associations. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Aegean Region Surgery Association and is a founding board member of the Basic Oncology Association.

Education

• (2004 – 2011), Faculty of Medicine/ Inonu University/ Malatya, Turkiye
• (2011 – 2015), Department of Radiology/ Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital/ Istanbul, Turkiye

Career

• (2016 – 2020), Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist/ Mus State Hospital/ Mus,Turkiye
• (2020 – 2022), Assistant Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology/ Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital/ Sakarya, Turkiye
• (2023 – 2024), Associate Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology /Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital/ Sakarya, Turkiye
• (2024 - Present), Associate Professor of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology /Medipol University Hospital/ Istanbul, Turkiye

Dr. Elnur Sahibov is a licensed Radiation Oncologist with 8 years of medical training and clinical experience. He completed his undergraduate and specialization studies at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine. From 2012 to 2016, he focused on advanced radiation oncology techniques.

Dr. Sahibov is known for his expertise in cancer treatment. He has helped improve patient outcomes and uses evidence-based protocols. He is accredited by leading medical institutions and is dedicated to ongoing professional development in oncology.

Professor Dr. Cenap Zeybek is a respected Pediatric Cardiologist known for his skill in advanced heart procedures. He became an Associate Professor in 2011. In 2017, he was promoted to Professor. This shows his expertise and leadership in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zeybek has performed many complex surgeries, such as heart valve replacements, open heart operations, and interventional procedures. His work has helped improve outcomes for children with heart conditions.

He has published many scientific articles and given several presentations. This shows his dedication to improving pediatric heart care. Dr. Zeybek’s qualifications and academic success make him a leading expert in his field.

Education:

• Higher Education (6 Years): Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, 2001
• Specialization in Medicine: Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 2007
   

Experience:

• Faculty of Medicine, University of Rostock, Department of Cardiac Surgery - Research Assistant, August 2007 - August 2008
• King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, King Faisal Heart Institute - Fellow, August 2008 - October 2008
• Private Göztepe Şafak Hospital, October 2008 - April 2009
• Private Esnaf Hospital, May 2009 - March 2010
• Düzce Atatürk State Hospital, March 2010 - September 2011
• Private Anadolu Medical Center Hospital, October 2011 - June 2013
• Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, July 2013 - December 2018
• Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine, January 2019 - April 2023
• Biruni University Faculty of Medicine, April 2023 - Present
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• Professor: December 18, 2020
• Associate Professor: April 16, 2015-December 18, 2020
• Specialist Doctor: November 2009- April 16, 2015
• Research assistant: June 2002 - July 2007
• Faculty of Medicine: Marmara University - English (1995-2001)[Diploma Grade: 75/100] - Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.

Awards:

Second best oral presentation award: Didem Melis Öztaş, Mert Meriç, Metin Onur Beyaz, Mehmet Akif Onalan, Shiraslan Bakhshaliyev, Kıvılcım Sönmez, Kerem Oter, Sedat Ziyade, Beyhan Ömer, Ufuk Alpagut, Murat Uğurlucan. Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Stem Cell Levels in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress, Kyrenia, Cyprus, October 26-29, 2019.

Dr. Hilmi Apak is a respected pediatric hematology-oncology specialist with more than 21 years of experience. He is trained in pediatric oncology. Dr. Apak has led advanced treatments, including bone marrow transplantation, leukemia chemotherapy, and CAR T-cell therapy.

He has published 75 international medical articles, showing his strong contribution to pediatric oncology research. Dr. Apak has worked as assistant editor for the Turkish Pediatrics Archives Periodical. He has also held important academic and leadership positions, such as Head of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa.

Education

• Undergraduate: Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine 1990-1997
• MSc: Pamukkale University Department of Radiology 2002-2007

Experience

• Assistant Professor (Assistant Professorship): Okan University 2016 -2018
• Associate Professorship: Okan University 2018 -2024
• Professorship Date : Okan University 2024

Medical Interests

• Thorax Radiology
• Abdomen Radiology
• Cardiac CT Angiography
• Prostate Imaging
• Paediatric Radiology
• Breast Radiology

Education

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Medicine, 02/07/2013
Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Cardiovascular Surgery, 20/12/2018

Experience

Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine: 2013-2019
Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital: 2019-2021
Istanbul Training Research Hospital: 2021-2023
Biruni University Hospital: 2023-Present

Awards

National Society of Vascular Surgery Congress-Oral Paper 2.2nd prize:
ÖZTAŞ DİDEM MELİS, Meriç Mert, BEYAZ METİN ONUR, Önalan Mehmet Akif, Bahşeliyev Şiraslan, SÖNMEZ KIVILCIM, ÖTER KEREM, ZİYADE SEDAT, ÖMER BEYHAN, ALPAGUT İBRAHİM UFUK, UĞURLUCAN MURAT (2019). Investigation of the Effect of Erythropoietin on Stem Cell Level in Cardiovascular Tissue in Diabetic Rats. 19th National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Congress.