Liver biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Viola Fox is the Chief Physician at the Clinic for Oncology in Solingen. She is a leading expert in drug therapy for tumors in Germany and Europe. Dr. Fox holds a qualification in specialist genetics and conducts molecular biology research. She treats complex cases at a certified interdisciplinary cancer center.

• Member of the American Association for Cancer Research.
• Specializes in immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and molecular diagnostics.
• Treats hematological diseases, including lymphoma, leukemia, and myeloma.
• Works at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen, a clinic ranked among the top in Germany.

Dr. Tahsin Ozatli is an associate professor of oncology at Istinye University Liv Hospital. Liver biopsy procedures benefit from his deep expertise in gastrointestinal cancer diagnostics.

• Promoted to associate professor rank at Selcuk University
• Gained specialized training at the Ankara Oncology Clinic in Turkey
• Served as an oncology physician at Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Expert in treating cancers of the digestive system and lungs

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).

Dr. Mustafa Serkan Alemdar is a clinical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in treating complex solid tumors and blood cancers. Dr. Alemdar completed his medical degree and oncology fellowship at Akdeniz University. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.

• Treats a wide range of cancers including breast, lung, and prostate.
• Expert in hematology-oncology for conditions like leukemia, myeloma, and lymphoma.
• Performs systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted biological therapy.
• Works at a facility that houses specialized oncology-bone marrow units and LINAC technology.

Dr. Ercan Ozden is a medical oncologist and internal medicine specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik. He provides treatment for a wide range of cancers, including breast, lung, and colon cancer. Dr. Ozden trained at Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine. He later completed a medical oncology subspecialty at Kocaeli University.

• Specializes in immunotherapy, target therapy, and chemotherapy for complex cases.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul.
• Performs staging and biopsies for liver, lung, and pancreatic tumors.
• Provides targeted immunotherapy using medications like Keytruda.

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University, Liv Hospital Topkapı (2025–present). He previously served as Associate Professor and Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital (2023–2025). He was also a Medical Oncologist there (2018–2021).

He has been a member of ASCO and the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology since 2018. He is the author or co-author of 19 peer-reviewed international papers on colon, breast, gastric, pancreatic, lung, thyroid, sarcoma, and colorectal cancers.

Notable works include a multicentre study on stage IIB colon cancer survival (Journal of Chemotherapy). He also studied the De Ritis ratio for lung metastasis in testicular cancer (Current Urology). His prognostic studies used PET/CT, MSI, lymph node ratio, and metabolic tumor volume.

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topçu, M.D., is a medical oncologist at Medipol University and Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, colorectal, gastric, and neuroendocrine cancers. His work also covers targeted therapies, immunotherapy, geriatric oncology, and cancer-related malnutrition, cachexia, and sarcopenia.

He has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed papers. Recent work includes a 2024 Frontiers in Medicine study on geriatric syndromes and a 2023 Future Oncology paper on sarcopenia and anxiety in lung cancer. He has also published on the CONUT score in breast cancer and on malnutrition in HER2-negative metastatic gastric cancer.

Dr. Topçu serves on the Editorial Board of BMC Cancer. He is a member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology, ESMO, and the Turkish Geriatrics Society. Education and training: M.D., Uludağ University; residency in Internal Medicine, Marmara University; fellowship in Medical Oncology, Bezmialem Vakıf University.

Dr. Ayse Irem Yasin is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. She specializes in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers where liver biopsy is vital for diagnosis.

• Holds an ESMO Board Certificate from the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Completed international clinical observerships at Cleveland Clinic and Harvard Medical School
• Expert in gastrointestinal cancers – focuses on tumors of the digestive system and liver
• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Bezmialem Vakif University in Istanbul
• Member of the specialized medical oncology team at Medipol Acibadem

Forbes identifies Dr. Tabernero among the five most influential leaders in Spanish cancer healthcare. He serves as Director of the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal tumors where liver biopsy is vital for staging
• Former President of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Clinical internship completed at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Leads the Digestive and Endocrine Tumour Unit at Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona
• Author of over 70 scientific papers on innovative cancer treatments

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. Mehmet Ali Gok is an Associate Professor of General Surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair and metabolic surgery. Dr. Gok has authored over 20 national and international scientific articles on surgical outcomes. He practices at a hospital with 95.4 out of 96.4 healthcare quality points.

• Certified in robotic colorectal surgery and laparoscopic hernia techniques on cadavers.
• Received specialized training from the European Hernia Society in Dubai.
• Served as a former Chief Physician at Silopi State Hospital.
• Editor of several medical books on oncological, hernia, and minimal invasive surgery.

Experience

Liman Hospital Radiology Clinic

Academy Medical Center

Anaclinic Medical Center

Kayseri State Hospital

Kayseri Erciyes University Radiology Clinic

Samsun Private Midiliv Medical Center

Samsun Büyük Anadolu Hospital (2023)

Dr. Nihat Okcu is a gastroenterologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He specializes in the treatment of complex digestive conditions and liver diseases. Dr. Okcu has published over 20 academic papers on gastric cancer and endoscopic diagnosis. He serves at a hospital with a 95.4% healthcare quality score.

• Performs laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery and small intestine resections.
• Expert in gastric polyps removal and duodenal polyp excision.
• Treats chronic conditions like cirrhosis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Provides diagnostic gastroscopy with biopsy and ultrasound-guided procedures.

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence, MA, MBBS, MRCP, is Chair of Radiation Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He has nearly 30 years of experience in precision radiation oncology and neuro-oncology.

He is an expert in advanced radiation therapy and radiosurgery. He performs stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors. He leads Sheba’s GI Cancer Program in gastrointestinal oncology. He also provides precision care for lung and prostate cancers. He pioneered celiac plexus radiosurgery for severe pain from pancreatic cancer.

Training and credentials: MA and MBBS (Cambridge and UCLH); MRCP (RCP); Radiation Oncology fellowship (Thomas Jefferson University). Honors include the ASCO Young Investigator Award and Fellow of ASTRO (FASTRO). He has authored over 280 publications. He is Director of the Center for Translational Radiation Oncology and an Associate Professor at Tel Aviv University.

The doctor is a gynecologist specializing in endoscopic and laparoscopic operations. With a focus on minimally invasive surgical techniques, the doctor is skilled in performing advanced procedures that enhance patient recovery and outcomes. The doctor has extensive experience in handling complex gynecological cases, utilizing cutting-edge technology to provide optimal care.

Professor Jair Bar, MD, PhD, is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He leads the Thoracic Oncology Unit. He treats lung cancer, including advanced non-small cell cases. His care includes medical oncology, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

He runs a translational research lab focused on resistance to immunotherapy. He has published on exhaled-breath cancer metabolism and on angiogenesis inhibition in lung cancer.

He has chaired the Israel Lung Cancer Group since 2003. He is a member of the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the American Association for Cancer Research. He is board-certified in Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology. He is a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University.

Prof. Beni Boursi leads gastrointestinal oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He completed advanced fellowship training at the University of Pennsylvania.

• Specializes in early detection of gastrointestinal cancers through precise diagnostic techniques
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Performs liver biopsy for detailed staging of digestive system tumors
• Awarded his medical degree with distinction from Tel Aviv University
• Founded a global microbiome research group to improve cancer treatment response

Dr. Shady Mohammed El‑sebai is an interventional radiologist and diagnostic imaging consultant. He is the Consultant and Chief of Interventional Radiology at Sheaf El Orman Oncology Hospital (2021–present). He is also Chief of the Interventional Radiology Unit at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University (2022–present). He has been a Lecturer in interventional radiology at the National Cancer Institute since 2018. Earlier posts include assistant lecturer and specialist, radiology resident, specialist at Khartoum Breast Care Centre, and specialist and consultant at Techno Scan.

Expertise includes CT‑ and US‑guided true‑cut biopsies and FNAC; transarterial chemoembolization for HCC and for liver, renal, and soft‑tissue tumors; percutaneous nephrostomy and ureteric stents; pigtail drainage; and RF or microwave ablation of hepatic, bone, lung, and thyroid lesions. He also performs PTD and biliary stents; uterine artery embolization; coiling for pelvic varicosities and varicocele; varicose vein ablation and sclerotherapy; and breast procedures (biopsy, markers, wire localization, Mammotome). He is skilled in US, CT, and MRI.

The doctor is a highly experienced mammologist, specializing in breast surgery. With a focus on innovative surgical techniques, the doctor leads the Breast Surgery Department, ensuring top-tier patient care and outcomes. The doctor is recognized for contributions to breast cancer treatment and has published numerous research articles in prestigious medical journals. The doctor is also involved in clinical trials aimed at improving breast cancer therapies and has received multiple awards for excellence in surgical practice and patient care.

Professor Yoram Kluger is a specialist in cancer surgery at Rambam Medical Center. He performs liver biopsy procedures to identify and stage tumors.

• Heads the pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery unit at Rambam
• Focuses on surgical oncology for liver and digestive system cancers
• Holds the title of Professor at the Technion Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in identifying cancerous cells within liver tissue samples