Biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Mustafa Solak is a clinical oncologist who trained at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. His cancer assessments often involve a biopsy to guide modern immunotherapy and targeted treatments.

• Completed an advanced oncology fellowship at the prestigious Hacettepe University Cancer Institute
• Former clinical researcher at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Specializes in systemic therapies for complex breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Expertise includes immunotherapy with Keytruda and personalized targeted therapy protocols
• Experienced in treating sarcomas, lymphomas, and advanced brain tumors

Prof. Dr. Tayfun Apuhan founded the ENT Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specializes in diagnosing and removing tumors of the larynx, thyroid, and salivary glands.

• Author of 200+ scientific works on head and neck disorders
• Uses computer-assisted navigation for precise sinus interventions and tumor removal
• Completed specialized fellowships at Ohio State University and University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf
• Leads the audiometry program at Doğuş University – an expert in hearing check-ups
• Former chief assistant at Haseki Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Haberal won the Schering German First Prize for her research on angiogenesis. She performs specialized gynecological biopsies at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental to detect cervical cancer and dysplasia.

• Specializes in cervical conization and radical surgery for treating cervical cancer
• Uses mini-invasive laparoscopic and hysteroscopic techniques for less painful recovery
• Performs FUS-ablation to destroy fibroid tissue using focused ultrasound without surgery
• Trained at the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in pelvic floor reconstruction and treating uterine disorders

Dr. Elif Esra Uyar is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. She specializes in IVF, reproductive immunology, and cosmetic gynecology. Dr. Uyar is a member of the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE). She holds a fellowship in aesthetic genital surgery from the British Academy of CME.

• Specializes in complex cases like repeated IVF failure and recurrent miscarriage.
• Performs aesthetic and functional procedures including labiaplasty and vaginoplasty.
• Provides ovarian rejuvenation using PRP and PRGF techniques.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

Professor Yesim Yildirim is an ESMO-certified oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She specializes in targeted therapies and immunotherapy to identify specific cancer markers during a biopsy.

• Completed advanced clinical 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 a handbook on advanced cancer treatment
• Member of ASCO, the world leading professional organization for oncology specialists
• Earned an MBA in Healthcare Management to lead high-standard clinical departments

Assistant Professor Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy is a specialist in interventional radiology. He performs imaging-guided biopsy procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Holds a faculty position at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty – a premier Turkish medical school
• Performs guided biopsies for the prostate, kidney, and liver
• Uses advanced imaging to guide needles precisely without open surgery
• Presented research at 13 national and international medical congresses
• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the International Society of Radiology

Dr. Sema Karakas is a gynecologic oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in scarless V-NOTES surgery for uterine and ovarian cyst removal. Dr. Karakas treats complex conditions like uterine, ovarian, and cervical cancers. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves over 250,000 patients annually.

• Performs scarless tubal ligation and hysterectomy using V-NOTES techniques.
• Treats HPV and performs diagnostic colposcopy, LEEP, and conization.
• Manages urinary incontinence using medical, laser, and surgical options.
• Provides surgical treatment for endometriosis and hysteroscopic polyp removal.

Dr. Gorkem Turkkan is a radiation oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has successfully completed over 2,500 radiotherapy sessions using MR-Linac technology. Dr. Turkkan focuses on MRI-guided radiotherapy and stereotactic treatments for various cancers. He conducted clinical research on proton therapy at the MAASTRO Clinic in the Netherlands.

• Specializes in prostate, breast, lung, and head and neck cancer treatments.
• Uses VMAT and IMRT techniques to target tumors with precision.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital serving 500,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Mario Garibay is a dental implantologist and oral surgeon at SoftDentalCare Clinic in Mexico. He specializes in restorative solutions like All-on-4 and All-on-6 implants. Dr. Garibay completed implantology training at Loma Linda University, a top-ranked US institution. He treats international patients from the US, Canada, Australia, and Latin America.

• Performs complex dentures fitting, crown installation, and bone grafting procedures.
• Uses global implant brands including Straumann, Nobel Biocare, and Dentsply.
• Treats gum diseases such as periodontitis and paradontosis using surgical techniques.
• Practice is based at a clinic accredited by the Asociación Dental Mexicana.

Professor Peker is a leading specialist in gastrointestinal surgery who co-founded two major surgical units in Turkey. He performs complex biopsy procedures and surgeries for pancreatic, liver, and gastric cancers.

• Performed over 1,000 major operations including liver resections and reconstructions
• Trained as a visiting surgeon at the Mayo Clinic in the United States
• Completed a PhD in Medical Biology focused on stem cell research
• Ranked in the top three nationally during his surgical specialization examinations
• Established the Gastroenterology Surgery Clinic at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital

Dr. Sebnem Izmir Guner is a hematologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She founded and directed multiple adult bone marrow transplantation centers. Dr. Guner specializes in leukemia, lymphoma, and complex coagulation disorders. She works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for high safety standards.

• Performs haploidentical, related, and unrelated allogenic bone marrow transplants.
• Authored over 19 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Received multiple academic awards for her contributions to hematology.
• Former founder and lead physician of therapeutic apheresis units.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heves Sürmeli is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. She received her medical degree (M.D.) from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2004. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul (2005–2010). She then completed subspecialty training in Medical Oncology at the same hospital (2014–2017).

At the same center, she served as a Medical Oncology Specialist (2017–2023). She then worked as Administrative and Clinical Director (2023–2026). Her clinical interests include breast, lung, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, and urologic cancers.

She has published many articles in international peer‑reviewed journals. She has presented at national and international conferences. She is active in professional societies. She has received several awards.

Dr. Oguzhan Babacan is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation for children with leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. Babacan has performed allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants for 13 years. He treats rare blood disorders and solid tumors in pediatric patients.

• Performs complex bone marrow transplants for leukemia and lymphoma cases.
• Treats childhood blood disorders like thalassemia, hemophilia, and aplastic anemia.
• Expertise in pediatric oncology, including neuroblastoma and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

Prof. Dr. Şule Karadayı is a Professor and Thoracic Surgery Specialist. She earned her MD from Ankara University in 1999 and completed her residency in 2004. Her international training includes an observership with Prof. Ramon Rami Porta in Barcelona in 2005. She received an ESTS Travel Fellowship in Vienna in 2009. She joined the Mevlana Exchange Program in Azerbaijan in 2015. She scored 76.25 on the ÜDS English exam in 2006. She is a member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons and several Turkish thoracic societies.

Her clinical focus includes lung cancer surgery. She performs Da Vinci robotic and VATS/minimally invasive thoracic procedures. She treats pulmonary nodules and masses. She also performs mediastinal, pleural, and chest wall (pectus) surgery. She offers interventional bronchoscopy, including endobronchial valve therapy for advanced emphysema and COPD. She serves as an assistant principal investigator on projects in wound healing and mediastinal lymph node evaluation. As of 2026, she sees patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

Dr. Erdem Turemen specializes in ultrasound-guided biopsies at Anadolu Medical Center. He uses sound waves to ensure precise needle placement for accurate tissue sampling.

• Performs biopsies of the thyroid and parathyroid glands for tumor diagnosis
• Conducts pancreas and adrenal gland biopsies to evaluate hormonal tumors
• Authored over 25 publications in national and international medical journals
• Trained at Cerrahpaşa Medical School, a top Turkish medical institution
• Expertise includes diagnosing thyroid cancer and neuroendocrine tumors

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.

Professor Omer Necip Aytug leads gastroenterology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He performs precise biopsies during diagnostic gastroscopy and colonoscopy to detect digestive conditions.

• Earned the rank of Professor at Abant Izzet Baysal University
• Completed a specialized gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University School of Medicine
• Expert in identifying Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis through tissue sampling
• Author of numerous scientific papers published in international medical journals
• Experienced in endoscopic removal of gastric and duodenal polyps

Dr. Engin Tutar is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He is the former head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Marmara University. Dr. Tutar has delivered over 50 presentations at national and international medical congresses. He specializes in treating complex digestive, liver, and nutritional disorders in children.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including polypectomy and esophageal variceal bleeding control.
• Treats inflammatory bowel disease, Celiac disease, and H. pylori infections.
• Manages chronic pediatric conditions such as growth disorders and liver diseases.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, which treats over 500,000 patients annually.