Page 6 - Best oncologists: TOP 676 doctors

Professor Yesim Yildirim specializes in cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies, with over 80 international publications and co-authorship in major oncology handbooks.

• Member of European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Professor at Halic University, training future oncologists
• Specializes in breast, gastrointestinal, and lung cancers
• Trained at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in London

Dr. Akgun specializes in radiation oncology at Memorial Şişli Hospital, one of Turkey's leading medical centers.

• Over 23 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Works with advanced radiation therapy techniques
• Member of Turkish Radiation Oncology Society
• Previously trained at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Specializes in scarless V-Notes surgery for gynecologic cancers – Dr. Karakas performs this cutting-edge technique at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Expert in minimally invasive laparoscopic gynecologic oncology procedures
• Performs advanced uterine cancer surgeries with faster recovery
• Specializes in HPV diagnosis and treatment including colposcopy
• Focuses on fertility preservation in cancer cases

Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Institut Jules Bordet – Dr. Telli brings international oncology expertise to Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in clinical research and advanced treatment protocols
• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Marmara University
• Former specialist at Memorial Şişli Hospital
• Focuses on personalized cancer treatment plans

Dr. Rahib Hasanov specializes in personalized oncology treatments, incorporating advanced immunotherapies and targeted therapies from his training at Houston Methodist Hospital.

• 21 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Completed fellowship at Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on gastrointestinal, breast, lung, and urogenital cancers
• Regularly treats international patients from Europe and the US

Dr. Orhan Shencan is a medical oncology specialist. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine in 1988. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Ankara Training Hospital between 1990 and 1994. He finished his Medical Oncology training at Ankara University between 1997 and 1999. He became an Associate Professor in Medical Oncology in 2009.

He has held Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology posts at İnönü University, Ankara Training Hospital, and Ankara University Faculty of Medicine. He also worked at Ankara Etlik Specialty Hospital, Private Lokman Hekim Hospital, Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, and Fatih University (Associate Professor, 2012–2016). He later worked at Sante Oncology Center and Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

He practiced at King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain Oncology Center, from 2017 to 2023. In 2024 he worked at Acıbadem Bodrum Hospital. He currently practices at Avicenna Ataşehir Hospital (2024–) and Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital (2025–).

Prof. Mustafa Özdoğan heads Memorial Antalya's Medical Oncology Department, specializing in advanced cancer treatments with over 26 years of experience of experience.

• Performed 1,100+ oncology procedures
• Authored 40+ articles on cancer treatment protocols
• Specializes in targeted therapies and immunotherapy
• Member of European and American oncology associations
• Professorship at Akdeniz University

Specializes in thyroid cancer treatment, providing focused endocrine care at the Anadolu Medical Center.

• Experienced endocrinologist managing hormonal and glandular disorders
• Provides specialized oncology and endocrine services at Anadolu
• Offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment planning consultations

Prof. Fermín Mearin Manrique leads the Digestive System Service at Centro Médico Teknon, specializing in functional digestive disorders with 47 years of experience of experience.

• Founder of Teknon Institute for the Study and Treatment of Constipation & Incontinence
• Fellowship-trained at Mayo Clinic's Gastroenterology Unit
• Author of 400+ scientific works on digestive health
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and World Gastroenterology Organisation

1,100+ treatments performed – Prof. Dr. Sezer Saglam specializes in gastrointestinal oncology with advanced expertise at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016 with 29 years of experience' experience
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's leading institutions
• Active member of ESMO, ASCO, and European Neuroendocrine Tumour Society
• Nominated for International Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ceydeli specializes in gynecologic oncology with over 24 years of experience of experience at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for gynecologic conditions
• Member of AAGL – a leading US minimally invasive gynecology association
• Trained at Istanbul University's prestigious Cerrahpaşa Medical School
• Affiliated with Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Society

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is one of Turkey's top pancreatic cancer specialists, with over 23 years of experience of expertise at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Trained in da Vinci robotic surgery for precise tumor removal
• Completed advanced cytoreductive surgery courses for complex abdominal cancers
• Former assistant professor at Maltepe University Medical School
• Holds Turkish Surgery Qualification with regular recertification

Prof. Haluk Duman specializes in reconstructive surgery after cancer, trained at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – a world leader in oncology.

• 31 years of experience of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Expert in microsurgery for complex reconstructions after burns or cancer
• Published 60+ papers on micro- and aesthetic surgery
• Member of The World Society For Reconstructive Microsurgery

900+ lung cancer procedures performed – Assoc. Prof. Altan Kır specializes in robotic thoracic surgery at Anadolu Medical Center.

• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Specializes in minimally invasive robotic techniques for lung cancer
• Published 83 national and international research papers
• Member of European and Turkish thoracic surgery societies

Dr. Adnan Isgor has published 200+ articles and authored 4 books on surgical oncology, with a focus on thyroid and gastrointestinal cancers at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• 35 years of experience of experience in oncological surgeries
• Specializes in thyroidectomy and advanced laparoscopy techniques
• Founder of the Istanbul Surgical Association
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons

Dr. Demirel has over 34 years of experience of experience in general surgery, specializing in oncology procedures at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Serves as General Surgery Specialist at one of Turkey's leading hospitals
• Previously held role as Assistant Head Physician at Memorial Hospital
• Expertise spans wide range of oncological surgical interventions
• Extensive background in hospital administration and patient care

2,000+ Mohs surgeries performed – Dr. Garcés Gatnau is a pioneer in skin cancer treatment at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 40 years of experience specializing in medical-surgical dermatology
• Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau
• Director of Mohs surgery training program at Autonomous University of Barcelona
• Uses photodynamic therapy for precise tumor removal
• Member of International Society for Dermatologic Surgery

Dr. Ertan Okmen brings 33 years of experience of interventional cardiology expertise, trained at Johns Hopkins University.

• Graduated from Istanbul Medical School
• Specialized at Siyami Ersek Pulmonary and Cardiovascular Surgery Center
• Published research in international journals
• Conducted laboratory research on trans-myocardial laser intervention