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Bulent Karagoz

  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 33 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • The doctor is a highly experienced Turkish medical oncologist specializing in sarcoma, lymphoma, pancreatic, lung cancer, and breast cancer. With over 20 years of experience, the doctor focuses on tumor biology, tumor immunology, cancer immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. Since 2019, the doctor has been serving as a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center and previously held leadership roles at Istanbul Okan University Faculty of Medicine and GATA Haydarpaşa Training Hospital. The doctor has authored over 40 publications in cancer research and is a member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association and the European Head and Neck Society.

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55 people have requested a quote last month

Eda Tanrikulu

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 21 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Board-certified medical oncologist specializing in chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center. Dr. Tanrikulu ranks among Turkey's top specialists in the field.

    • Specialist in medical oncology with training from Marmara University
    • Ranked 3rd in Turkey for minor specialty exam in 2013
    • Conducted international clinical studies in oncology
    • Former head of medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital
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Mustafa Solak

  • Leading doctor for Chemotherapy for lung cancer
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 20 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specializes in chemotherapy for lung cancer, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

    • Residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital
    • Experienced in treating various cancers, including lung cancer
    • Fellowship training at one of the top cancer institutes
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Prof. Sezer Sağlam

  • 27 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in medical oncology with extensive experience in gastrointestinal and lung cancer treatments at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
    • Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
    • Member of ESMO and ASCO – leading oncology associations
    • Over 27 years of experience in medical oncology practice
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Abdullah Sakin

  • 19 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital with a focus on lung cancer treatments.

    • Over a decade of experience in medical oncology
    • Specialized training at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
    • Former head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
    • Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols
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Sinan Karaaslan

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 29 years of experience
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  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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.

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Yesim Yildirim

  • 5 Excellent 10 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Yildirim specializes in lung cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center, with over 80 international publications.

    • Member of ESMO and ESO, recognized for advanced oncology expertise
    • Author of chapters in 'Handbook of Advanced Cancer Care Treatment'
    • Professor at Halic University, teaching future oncologists
    • Special training in Melanoma and Kidney Cancer Clinic at Mount Vernon, London
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Seref Komurcu

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 33 years of experience
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  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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.

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Dr. Sezer Saglam

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 29 years of experience
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  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor of Medical Oncology with over 29 years of experience of experience – Dr. Saglam leads the department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology
    • Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
    • Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
    • Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols
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Necdet Uskent

  • 55 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 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.

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Mustafa Serkan Alemdar

  • 20 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Antalya
  • Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with a focus on lung cancer treatment at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

    • Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
    • Over 20 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
    • Trained at Akdeniz University – a leading medical institution in Turkey
    • Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols for lung cancer
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Tahsin Ozatli

  • 2016 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Associate Professor Ozatli specializes in complex lung cancer cases at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir.

    • Over 2016 years of experience of experience in oncology
    • Specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
    • Trained at Selcuk University's Faculty of Medicine
    • Previously worked at Ankara Oncology Clinic
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Atakan Topcu

  • 13 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in lung cancer and has published over 50 scientific articles on oncology and geriatric care.

    • Expert in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for solid tumors
    • Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
    • Fellowship-trained in Medical Oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University
    • Focuses on cancer-related malnutrition and geriatric oncology
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Irfan Cicin

  • 29 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Professor Cicin brings over 29 years of experience of specialized experience in medical oncology, focusing on lung cancer treatment at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

    • Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Trakya University
    • Professor at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
    • Extensive experience in chemotherapy protocols
    • Military hospital background adds unique perspective
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Ercan Ozden

  • 27 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specialized in medical oncology with 27 years of experience of experience – Dr. Ozden focuses on personalized lung cancer treatment.

    • Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
    • Medical oncology subspecialty from Kocaeli University
    • Served as an internal medicine specialist for 27 years of experience
    • Currently practices at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
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Nail Paksoy

  • 15 years of experience
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  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Paksoy is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist with a strong focus on lung cancer, participating in international clinical trials for advanced treatments.

    • Completed medical oncology fellowship at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
    • Published multiple studies on lung cancer treatments and outcomes
    • Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University's Department of Medical Oncology
    • Participated as subinvestigator in Pfizer's ALK-positive NSCLC trial
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Ayse Irem Yasin

  • 15 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Assoc. Prof. Ayse Irem Yasin specializes in lung cancer treatment at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with international training and ESMO certification.

    • Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University
    • ESMO Board Certified – recognized European oncology standard
    • International observerships at leading cancer centers in Italy and the US
    • Associate professor with academic and clinical expertise
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Muhammed Mustafa Atci

  • 15 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, with extensive research and clinical expertise in lung cancer treatment.

    • Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2018
    • Published multiple studies on lung cancer outcomes and treatment efficacy
    • Specializes in personalized chemotherapy protocols for lung cancer patients
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Bookimed Insights: Top Chemotherapy for lung cancer Specialists in Turkey (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 4 requests for Chemotherapy for lung cancer in Turkey, collaborating with 20 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#121 years of experienceLung cancer chemotherapyBoard-certified medical oncologist ranked among Turkey's top specialists. Conducted international clinical studies and leads Anadolu Medical Center's chemotherapy program.
Turkey
from $215
#220 years of experienceLung cancer chemotherapyTrained at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson. Specializes in lung cancer treatments, including chemotherapy for complex cases.
Turkey
from $100
#327 years of experienceLung cancer chemotherapySpecializes in lung cancer with proven expertise in chemotherapy protocols. Professor of Medical Oncology and member of ESMO & ASCO.
Turkey
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#419 years of experienceAdvanced lung cancer casesSpecializes in lung cancer chemotherapy with leadership in university hospital oncology departments. Trained at top Turkish medical institutions.
Turkey
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#522 years of experienceLung cancer immunotherapySpecializes in cutting-edge lung cancer treatments like immunotherapy and targeted therapies. ESMO-certified professor with 80+ publications and international training.
Turkey
from $215
#629 years of experienceGastrointestinal oncologySpecializes in gastrointestinal oncology with advanced chemotherapy protocols. Professor of Medical Oncology and member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
Turkey
from $300
#720 years of experienceLung cancer chemotherapySpecializes in lung cancer chemotherapy with advanced protocols. Board-certified in medical oncology and trained at Akdeniz University.
Turkey
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#82016 years of experienceComplex lung cancer casesSpecializes in challenging lung cancer treatments with 15+ years in oncology. Associate Professor trained at Selcuk University. Experienced in premier Turkish hospitals.
Turkey
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#913 years of experienceGeriatric lung cancer casesSpecializes in geriatric oncology and lung cancer – published key research on sarcopenia in lung cancer patients. ESMO member with fellowship training.
Turkey
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#1029 years of experienceLung cancer chemotherapyProfessor of Medical Oncology with fellowship training. Combines academic expertise with clinical practice at a leading university hospital.
Turkey
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These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

How can international patients reach their Turkish oncologist 24/7 if post-chemotherapy side-effects arise?

International patients reach Turkish oncologists 24/7 through dedicated International Patient Centers (IPC) that provide round-the-clock medical triage. These centers use personal coordinators and digital channels to bypass language barriers. They manage urgent side effects promptly through direct communication with the oncology team.

  • Assigned medical coordinators: Personal native-speaking coordinators handle all logistics and urgent patient-doctor communication.
  • Direct digital channels: WhatsApp and Viber lines allow patients to send symptom photos instantly.
  • On-call triage: Specialists at Anadolu Medical Center or Hisar Hospital provide immediate medical instructions.
  • Remote monitoring: Telemedicine platforms help doctors review lab results for patients who travel home.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Turkish oncology centers often feature deep academic ties that improve emergency response. For example, Dr. Bulent Karagoz and Dr. Seref Komurcu at Anadolu Medical Center have 20+ years of experience within military and faculty settings. This structured background means their departments follow strict emergency protocols. Hospitals like Anadolu even hold OECI and Planetree Gold certifications, which verify their focus on rapid, patient-centered care during chemotherapy crises.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that having a personal coordinator makes them feel safe and less alone. They say being able to text a question and get a quick reply from their doctor is a huge relief. Many are surprised by how fast the medical team responds even late at night.

Which types of doctors specialize in lung cancer chemotherapy in Turkey?

Medical oncologists are the primary specialists managing lung cancer chemotherapy in Turkey. These experts prescribe systemic treatments while collaborating with pulmonologists and thoracic surgeons in tumor boards. Many hold international certifications from the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) to deliver standardized care.

  • Medical oncologists: They design treatment plans and manage targeted therapies or immunotherapy cycles.
  • Thoracic oncologists: These medical oncologists specialize exclusively in treating chest and lung malignancies.
  • Pulmonologists: These specialists handle initial diagnosis and manage respiratory health during active treatment.
  • Radiation oncologists: They coordinate with oncologists when chemotherapy is combined with radiation therapy.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Turkish oncology expertise is often defined by significant academic and international training. For instance, Dr. Necdet Uskent at Anadolu Medical Center founded the Turkish Oncology Group, and Dr. Mustafa Solak at Hisar Hospital gained clinical experience at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Patients benefit from specialists who frequently hold professorships and have contributed over 100 research publications to the field.

Patient Consensus: Patients often note the reassuring presence of a multidisciplinary team during their first visit. They frequently mention how medical oncologists explain the integration of chemotherapy with other treatments like surgery. Many patients feel relieved that translators are available to bridge the communication gap during complex consultations.

Who are some of the top-ranked medical oncologists for advanced lung cancer in Turkey?

Turkey hosts elite medical oncologists specialized in advanced lung cancer at JCI-accredited centers. These experts use ESMO-certified protocols and precise molecular profiling. Specialists like Dr. Bulent Karagoz and Dr. Yesim Yildirim often hold international certifications and academic roles at top-tier institutions.

  • International certifications: Leading oncologists hold ECFMG and ESMO certifications for global standards.
  • Precise molecular targeting: Doctors utilize 8-gene profiling to identify specific lung cancer biomarkers.
  • Elite clinical training: Surgeons completed fellowships at MD Anderson and other US institutions.
  • Scientific leadership: Top-ranked professors have authored over 100 publications on advanced malignancies.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows a concentration of top oncology talent at Anadolu Medical Center. This facility maintains an official affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine. Specialists here, such as Dr. Yesim Yildirim and Dr. Bulent Karagoz, offer consultations from $215. This provides patients direct access to US-standard care protocols in Istanbul.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize the importance of finding a multidisciplinary team in a major city center. They suggest confirming biomarker testing availability before starting any chemotherapy cycles. Many note that having onsite molecular labs prevented delays in their treatment journey.

How do I verify if a Turkish lung-cancer doctor is highly qualified?

Highly qualified Turkish lung cancer specialists possess board certification in medical oncology and hold memberships in global organizations like the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Many serve as professors at university hospitals and contribute to international clinical trials for targeted therapies.

  • Academic titles: Professors like Dr. Yesim Yildirim and Dr. Seref Komurcu hold advanced university ranks.
  • International certifications: Top specialists hold ESMO Board Certification or ECFMG credentials for medical oncology practice.
  • Specialized fellowships: Leading doctors completed oncology training at institutions like MD Anderson Cancer Center.
  • Research contributions: Qualified oncologists like Dr. Bulent Karagoz have authored 40+ peer-reviewed cancer publications.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows a strong correlation between academic rank and international exposure in Turkey. For instance, Dr. Yesim Yildirim at Anadolu Medical Center is an ESMO-certified professor with fellowships in both the UK and Israel. Selecting a doctor with these specific academic and international credentials often ensures access to the latest global immunotherapy protocols.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize the need for doctors who lead multidisciplinary teams including thoracic surgeons and radiation experts. They note that the best specialists prioritize molecular testing for EGFR and ALK markers before starting chemotherapy. It is also common for doctors to provide honest, clear explanations about treatment goals and immunotherapy options.

Do lung-cancer doctors in Turkey speak English or accept international patients?

Lung cancer doctors in Turkey accept international patients and frequently speak fluent English. Many specialists hold certifications from the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). They often complete fellowships at prestigious institutions like MD Anderson Cancer Center to serve a global patient base.

  • International training: Professors often train in the UK, USA, or Israel for specialty oncology.
  • Bilingual support: Specialists like Dr. Yesim Yildirim at Anadolu Medical Center speak fluent English.
  • Global affiliations: Top clinics partner with US networks like Johns Hopkins Medicine for protocols.
  • Patient logistics: Hospitals provide medical interpreters to assist patients during consultations and treatment.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that leading oncologists in Turkey, such as Dr. Bulent Karagoz, often lead academic departments. This academic focus means patients get access to 40+ research publications' worth of expertise. Most specialists at JCI-accredited clinics offer video consultations for approximately $215 before travel.

Patient Consensus: Patients note that doctors explain complex chemotherapy plans clearly in English. They feel relieved that translators are always present to help with nursing staff. Many find the coordination between international departments and oncologists makes the process very straightforward.

Can I get a remote second opinion from a Turkish oncologist before traveling?

Turkish oncologists offer remote second opinions through digital platforms before you travel for lung cancer treatment. Specialists review your pathology reports and imaging to confirm your diagnosis or suggest therapies. Expert consultations typically cost between $100 and $215 at top Istanbul clinics.

  • Specialized expertise: Prof. Yesim Yildirim holds ESMO certification and specializes in lung cancer immunotherapy.
  • Academic credentials: Dr. Bulent Karagoz has 20+ years of experience and 40+ research publications.
  • US-standard training: Dr. Mustafa Solak completed specialized training at the MD Anderson Cancer Center.
  • International affiliations: Anadolu Medical Center maintains a strategic affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Data shows that choosing an oncologist with specific thoracic experience results in more actionable insights. For example, Dr. Mustafa Solak and Prof. Yesim Yildirim focus specifically on lung cancer biomarkers. Their reviews often lead to modified targeted therapy plans before a patient even leaves home.

Patient Consensus: Patients highlight that having complete molecular testing data like EGFR and PD-L1 ensures a better remote review. Many noted that receiving a written summary helped them discuss options with their local doctors. They feel more confident traveling once a Turkish specialist confirms the best next steps.