Page 3 - Best Lung cancer doctors: TOP 140 doctors

Nearly 10,000 cryosurgeries performed – Prof. Niu Lizhi leads Fuda Cancer Hospital's minimally invasive oncology program.

• Over 30 years of experience as President and chief surgeon at Fuda Cancer Hospital
• Pioneer in cryosurgery and NanoKnife procedures for cancer treatment
• Vice-President of both Asian and International Societies of Cryosurgery
• Author of 100+ research papers on surgical oncology techniques
• Supervisor at Jinan University, training future oncologists

Prof. Dr. Özcan Yıldız is a medical oncologist with extensive experience treating complex cancer cases at Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Over 76 years of experience of specialized oncology practice, documented in numerous publications
• Author of multiple international studies on neuroendocrine and lung cancers
• Experienced in diagnosing and managing rare paraneoplastic syndromes
• Treats both common and unusual presentations of thoracic malignancies

Professor Ondzhel is a board-certified oncosurgeon and an official Fellow of the American Society of Colorectal Surgeons, leading the surgery department at Medipol.

• Over 24 years of experience of experience in surgery and oncology
• Internationally trained at Cleveland Clinic in the United States
• Holder of a European qualification in coloproctology
• Published author on laparoscopic and multivisceral cancer resection
• Recipient of national awards for scientific contributions to healthcare

Specializes in lung cancer research and treatment, with publications on prognostic factors like mean platelet volume.

• Member of Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Published research on non-small cell lung cancer outcomes
• Extensive experience in medical oncology since 2017

Dr. Turkan Ozturk Topcu specializes in lung cancer and other advanced oncology cases, with training at MD Anderson and Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Center.

• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – a global leader in oncology
• Specialist in medical oncology with focus on complex cancer cases
• Worked at renowned institutions in the US, Canada, and Turkey
• Extensive experience in diagnosing and treating lung cancer

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Zeki Gunluoglu brings expertise in thoracic surgery to Medipol Mega University Hospital.

• Thoracic surgeon specializing in lung cancer treatments
• Collaborates with oncology specialists for comprehensive care
• Part of a multidisciplinary team at a top university hospital

Prof. Didem Tastekin specializes in lung cancer at Istanbul University Oncology Institute, one of Turkey's leading cancer centers.

• 21 years of experience focused on medical oncology
• Trained at Selçuk University and Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Expert in both common and rare cancers
• Professor role indicates top-tier academic recognition

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tahsin Ozatli specializes in lung cancer at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir.

• Associate Professor in oncology since 2016
• Trained at Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Oncology Hospital in Ankara
• Works in medical oncology with focus on gastrointestinal and breast cancers
• Former physician at Ankara Oncology Clinic and Erzurum Regional Training Hospital

Associate Professor Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz brings international oncology expertise from Ohio State University to Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital.

• Specializes in Medical Oncology with 10 years of experience of focused training
• Participated in Phase III clinical trials for advanced lung cancer treatments
• Trained in immuno-oncology through CECOG's specialized Vienna program
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and biostatistics for evidence-based care
• Active member of ASCO and Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

Dr. Liuying leads the Oncology Ward at Jinshazhou Hospital, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. Clinical focus includes hepatocellular carcinoma, cholangiocarcinoma, and lung and colorectal cancers. Dr. Liuying has special expertise in melanoma and melanoma liver metastasis. Interventional skills include MWA, RFA, cryoablation, and radioactive seed implantation for non-vascular, minimally invasive tumor ablation.

Research: participated in two Guangdong Provincial science and technology projects. Contributed to the 2014 Expert Consensus for Thermal Ablation of Primary and Metastatic Lung Tumors. Published in the Chinese Journal of Lung Cancer. Compiled Selected Cases of Microwave Ablation for Lung Tumors and Selected Cases of Microwave Ablation for Liver Tumors.

Appointments: Standing Committee Member, Youth Committee of Intra-Tumor Brachytherapy Medicine, China Medical Education Association. Standing Committee Member, Minimally Invasive Interventional Medicine Professional Committee, Guangdong Primary Medical Association.

Leading lung cancer specialist Prof. Cemil Bilir holds memberships in ASCO, ESMO, and TTOD – key oncology organizations.

• Medical oncology specialist for 21 years of experience
• Trained at Cleveland Clinic and Northeastern University in the U.S.
• Professor at Sakarya University Faculty of Medicine
• Ph.D. candidate focusing on cancer-related inorganic chemistry

49 years of experience in immunology with a focus on virotherapy – Dr. Jaunalksne leads the Clinical Immunology Center at Pauls Stradins Clinical University Hospital.

• Specializes in virotherapy – a cutting-edge field in immunology
• Head of Clinical Immunology Center at a major university hospital
• Graduate of Riga Medical Institute with internship in Internal Medicine

Prof. Paksoy specializes in lung cancer at Medipol Bahcelievler Hospital, with extensive research in NSCLC treatments like ALK-positive and ROS1 fusion cases.

• ESMO Board Certified in Medical Oncology
• Published multiple studies on lung cancer treatments
• Active participant in international clinical trials

Prof. Salman specializes in comprehensive genomic profiling for lung cancer at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with extensive experience in targeted therapies and immunotherapy.

• Over 32 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
• Board member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Member of the European Society of Medical Oncology
• Active in clinical research and experimental treatments

Dr. Ozden specializes in medical oncology with a focus on lung cancer, bringing expertise from training at Istanbul University and Kocaeli University.

• Trained in internal medicine and medical oncology subspecialty
• Practiced at leading hospitals including Şırnak State Hospital
• 27 years of experience of clinical experience in oncology

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine (2015–present). He has over 20 years of medical oncology experience and has held academic roles since 2010.

Education: MD, Istanbul University – Cerrahpaşa (1991–1997). Residency in Internal Medicine, Trakya University (1997–2002). Fellowship in Medical Oncology, Trakya University (2002–2004).

Practice: Medical Oncologist, Trakya University (2005–2008). Medical Oncologist, Elazığ Training and Research Hospital (2008–2010). Associate Professor of Medical Oncology, Trakya University (2010–2015). He previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force at Etimesgut Military Hospital (2004–2005).

Professor Shixin Liu, MD, PhD, is the Discipline Leader of the Oncology Center. He is the former President of Jilin Provincial Cancer Hospital and former Director of the Cancer Prevention and Treatment Research Institute. He is a second-level professor and doctoral supervisor. He has received the State Council Special Government Allowance, the 4th National Famous Doctor (Outstanding Contribution) award, and the Model of Medical Ethics honor.

He specializes in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of malignant tumors. His focus is precision radiotherapy for thoracic and abdominal cancers. He is skilled in IMRT, VMAT, and SBRT for lung, esophageal, breast, and rectal cancers.

His leadership roles include Vice Chair of CMA Radiation Oncology, CACA Radiotherapy, and CACA Particle Therapy. He serves on the CSCO Standing Committee and as Vice Chair of the CSCO Radiation Oncology Expert Committee. He is Vice Chair of CPAM Radiation Oncology and a Standing Committee member of CSMEA. He chairs the Jilin Medical Association Radiation Oncology branch. He is on the editorial boards of the Chinese Journal of Radiation Oncology and the Practical Journal of Cancer.

Dr. Alemdar specializes in lung cancer treatment with extensive training in medical oncology at Akdeniz University.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 20 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Worked at Akdeniz University Hospital, a leading medical institution
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association