Cancer screening Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Andreas Sesterhenn is the Chief Physician of Otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery at Solingen Clinic. He specializes in tumor removal for the head, neck, and upper airways. Dr. Sesterhenn uses robotic systems for interventions through incisions as small as 1 cm. Developed expertise in surgical medicine through training in the USA and Germany.

• Performs endoscopic operations through the nose to treat complex tumors.
• Author of over 75 scientific publications in the field of head and neck surgery.
• Treats larynx, thyroid, and tongue cancer using tumor-sparing techniques.
• Works at Solingen Clinic, ranked among the top hospitals in Germany by Focus magazine.

Professor Onder Surgit is a specialist in cancer surgery at Optimed Health Group. He provides expert cancer screening using advanced laparoscopic techniques.

• Trained at Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine – a top-ranked medical school in Turkey
• Serves as an instructor surgeon at the Advanced Medical Technologies Training Center
• Held faculty positions at Turgut Ozal University and Atilim University
• Expertise includes laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive approach to diagnostics
• Focuses on bariatric and complex cancer procedures

Dr. Didem Altay Gazi specializes in preventive medicine and early diagnosis at Central Hospital. She focuses on health screening and personalized check-up programs to detect diseases early.

• Experienced in family medicine at leading Turkish hospitals like Liv and Acıbadem
• Focuses on cancer screening within comprehensive check-up and health screening programs
• Specializes in chronic disease management and patient-centered preventive care
• Expertise in immunization and vaccination programs for disease prevention

Dr. Asawadech Sanbua is a radiation oncologist at Panacee Hospital Rama 2 in Bangkok. He has performed radiotherapy for over 15 years. Dr. Sanbua specializes in combining modern radiotherapy with oncothermia cancer treatment. He holds a specific certificate in oncotherm technology. His expertise covers treatment planning using IMRT and VMAT techniques.

• Treats breast, lung, liver, and pancreatic cancers.
• Provides chemotherapy, targeted drug therapy, and immunotherapy.
• Completed palliative care training at the Karunrak Center.
• Practices at the ISO 9001:2015 certified Panacee Hospital.

Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and the treatment of liver cancer. Dr. Sağlam was nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for his work on liver-transplanted patients. He has served as a professor of medical oncology since 2016.

• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS).
• Works at JCI-accredited facility with advanced PET-MRI and radiology departments.

Dr. Arisara Rimwangtrakul leads health screening at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. Her work includes precise cancer screening and wellness assessments.

• Lecturer in health screening at Srinakharinwirot University in Thailand
• Completed a specialized training course for the medical examination of seafarers
• Expert in workplace health through training in Fitting the Gaps in OEM
• Focuses on preventive medicine within the dedicated Health Screening department

Professor Amit Tirosh heads the Neuroendocrine Tumors Service at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in screening for rare hereditary syndromes and complex endocrine cancers.

• Trained in endocrine tumor genetics at the National Institutes of Health in the USA
• International expert on von Hippel–Lindau disease and MEN1 syndrome
• Helped write clinical guidelines for managing patients with hereditary tumor syndromes
• Member of the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
• Author of 40 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Radiology and Oncology

Dr. Emine Yildirim is an associate professor of general surgery at Atlas University Hospital, Istanbul. She specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Yildirim has published over 15 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals like Academic Radiology. She holds multiple international certificates in breast cancer surgery and nipple-sparing techniques.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery, free flap reconstruction, and implant-based breast augmentation.
• Treats complex oncological conditions including thyroid, bladder, and colorectal cancers.
• Completed medical residency at Istanbul Haseki Health Application and Research Center.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital, which treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Sefik Igdem is a radiation oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating head, neck, and prostate cancers. He currently serves as a Professor at Demiroğlu Bilim University. Dr. Igdem uses Truebeam STx and Halcyon systems for accurate radiotherapy.

• Specializes in conformal treatments for complex tumor cases.
• Treats various conditions including lung, breast, and brain tumors.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital that serves 200,000 patients annually.
• Completed his radiation oncology training at the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty.

Dr. Aziz Kemal Emek is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on liver and biliary tract tumors. Dr. Emek holds a professorship from Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He performs Da Vinci robotic procedures and weight loss surgeries.

• Member of the National Surgical Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
• Treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, liver cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs stomach resections, esophagectomies, and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Works at a clinic authorized for international health tourism by the Turkish government.

Dr. Dov Zippel is a surgical oncologist and head of the Meirav Breast Center. Forbes Israel named him to its Best Doctors list in 2025. He treats benign and malignant breast tumors and melanoma at Sheba Medical Center. Dr. Zippel completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Calgary in Canada.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery and minimally invasive skin cancer procedures.
• Treats patients at the Ella Lemelbaum Institute for Immuno-Oncology.
• Researches perioperative treatments for stage III melanoma and breast lesion excision.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked 7th worldwide by Newsweek in 2026.

Dr. Yuri Goldes is the Deputy Director of General Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He pioneered some of Israel’s first robotic resections for stomach and pancreatic cancers. Forbes Israel named him among the nation’s best gastrointestinal surgeons. In 2019, he received the Best Doctor of the Year award from the Israeli Ministry of Health.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic, gastric, and esophageal cancers.
• Performs minimally invasive Whipple procedures, one of the most complex abdominal operations.
• Treats benign conditions including diaphragmatic hernia, achalasia, GERD, and gallbladder disease.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked among the Top 10 hospitals worldwide by Newsweek.

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. He specializes in early detection and systemic therapy for colorectal, breast, and lung cancers.

• Trained at Istanbul University and Cerrahpasa Medical School during his oncology fellowship
• Focuses on urogenital and gastrointestinal cancer screening to detect malignancies early
• Former oncology expert at the Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of the Turkish Lung Cancer Society and the Turkish Medical Oncology Society
• Expert in identifying rare conditions such as Ewing's sarcoma in soft tissue

Dr. Akif Nuri Dogan leads internal medicine at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He provides specialized cancer screening by identifying underlying health risks.

• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine – a top-tier Turkish medical faculty
• Evaluates digestive disorders and gastric issues that can signal early health changes
• Created monitoring plans at Antalya Training and Research Hospital for chronic conditions
• Residency completed at Bezm-i Alem Vakif Gureba Teaching and Research Hospital
• Investigates chronic fatigue to find root causes during diagnostic evaluations

Dr. Selami Aydin specializes in internal medicine at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He focuses on identifying chronic and gastric diseases during cancer screening.

• Trained at Karadeniz Technical University and Kocaeli University faculties of medicine
• Expertise includes diagnosing thyroid diseases and intestinal disorders
• Evaluates hyperlipidemia and hypertension as part of overall patient health
• Practices at a hospital accredited by JCI for high safety standards

Professor Yeşim Yıldırım is an ESMO-certified oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She specializes in immunotherapy and targeted biology to detect and treat cancer markers.

• Holds a specialized certificate from the European Society of Medical Oncology
• Trained in advanced oncology at Rambam Medical Center in Israel
• Completed immunooncology training at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in the UK
• Founded the Turkish Gastrointestinal Oncology Network to improve cancer care standards
• Authored over 80 scientific publications and textbooks on precision medicine

Dr. Rahib Hasanov is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a prestigious observership program at Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas. Dr. Hasanov specializes in personalized oncology using immunotherapy and targeted therapies. He treats a wide range of conditions including gastrointestinal, breast, and lung cancers.

• Expertise includes targeted therapies and novel agents for stage 4 cancers.
• Treats complex urogenital system tumors, including prostate and ovarian cancers.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, a center treating 250,000 patients annually.
• Member of the Turkish medical community with international training in the US.

Dr. Tugba Akin Telli is a medical oncologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She completed clinical research fellowships at Institut Jules Bordet in Belgium. Dr. Telli also gained experience at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in the US. She focuses on chemotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer patients.

• Trained at Hacettepe University and Marmara University Faculty of Medicine.
• Performs PET-MRI and immunohistochemistry for precise cancer diagnosis.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited smart hospital in Istanbul.
• Treats patients using protocols from top European and American cancer centers.

Dr. Nurettin Demirkol leads internal medicine evaluations at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in identifying root causes of disease during cancer screening and check-ups.

• Holds a Master’s degree in Health Management from Okan University
• Participated in 20 national medical congresses to stay updated on diagnostics
• Specializes in etiology – the detailed investigation into why diseases develop
• Performs tailored health evaluations for adult and pediatric patients
• Evaluates inflammatory markers and lipid profiles for early disease detection