Breast biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Irfan Cicin is a Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic tumors. He serves as a professor at the Trakya University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Cicin previously served as a physician in the Turkish Air Force.

• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
• Treats a wide range of conditions including gynecologic, orthopedic, and neuro-oncology cases.
• Expert in HIPEC and chemoembolization for liver and abdominal malignancies.
• Works at a 300-bed university hospital with 33 medical departments.

Dr. Muhammed Mustafa Atci is an Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at Liv Hospital Topkapı. He specializes in treating colon, breast, gastric, and lung cancers. He previously served as the Education Coordinator at Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital. Dr. Atci is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

• Author of 19 peer-reviewed papers on gastrointestinal, thoracic, and endocrine cancers.
• Published studies on survival outcomes for stage IIB colon cancer in the Journal of Chemotherapy.
• Researches prognostic biomarkers using PET/CT scans and metabolic tumor volume.
• Treats complex oncological cases at the university-affiliated İstinye University clinic.

Op. Dr. Kevser Arkan, MD, is a gynecologic oncology surgery subspecialist (OB/GYN) at OPTIMED Health Group in Çorlu and Çerkezköy. She has worked there since 2026. She provides care in English and Turkish.

Her clinical focus is the surgical management of ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers. She performs complex pelvic procedures, including radical hysterectomy, lymphadenectomy with sentinel lymph node mapping, and tumor debulking. She offers minimally invasive surgery, including vNOTES (scarless/izsiz laparoskopi), laparoscopy, laparotomy, and hysteroscopy. She also performs urogynecologic reconstruction, including sacrocolpopexy. She manages high‑risk obstetrics.

Credentials: MD, Gaziantep University (2016). OB/GYN residency, Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (2016–2021). Gynecologic Oncology Surgery fellowship, Diyarbakır Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital (2022–2025). Experience: Diyarbakır Maternity & Children’s Hospital, Gynecologic Oncology Clinic (2022–2025). Adıyaman Kahta State Hospital (2021–2022). Giresun Alucra TSM (2016).

Academic work: In 2025, she published peer‑reviewed studies on sentinel node mapping in vNOTES endometrial cancer staging and on outcomes of vNOTES versus laparoscopy. She also reported on pelvic organ prolapse and sexual function, GTN folate regimens, and vNOTES‑assisted sacrocolpopexy. Her articles appeared in journals such as BMC Surgery, Scientific Reports, Journal of Clinical Medicine, and Ginekologia Polska.

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. 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. Hasan Mutlu is a medical oncologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He specializes in immunotherapy, targeted cancer therapies, and genetic research in cancer treatment. Dr. Mutlu received his medical degree from Hacettepe University. He holds the title of Professor of Medicine. Dr. Mutlu focuses on organ tumor diagnosis and chemotherapy.

• Specializes in both medical and pediatric oncology cases.
• Treats complex conditions including neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Performs biological therapies and stays active in next-generation genetic research.
• Works at the Mediterranean region’s largest private hospital with PET-CT and LINAC technology.

Dr. Baha Zengel is a general surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital. He specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery and thyroid diseases. He holds a doctorate in Basic Oncology from Dokuz Eylül University. Dr. Zengel serves as a founding board member of the Basic Oncology Association. He works at a JCI-accredited facility in İzmir.

• Performs breast-conserving mastectomy and simultaneous reconstructions.
• Expert in ROLL and SNOLL localization techniques for non-palpable lesions.
• Treats patients using laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallbladder diseases.
• Former board member of the Aegean Region Surgery Association.

Dr. Sherko Kuemmel is a breast surgeon and oncologist at the German Medical Institute. He is an Executive Board Member of the AGO, a key gynecological oncology group. Dr. Kuemmel has authored over 320 peer-reviewed publications. He specializes in multidisciplinary breast cancer care and reconstructive surgery.

• Serves as an ESMO Faculty member for breast cancer.
• Scientific Director of the WSG study group for breast cancer research.
• Lead investigator for 27 clinical trials and investigations.
• Specializes in nipple correction, mastectomy, and prepectoral reconstruction.

Dr. Antonio Gosálvez Vega directs the Assisted Reproduction Unit at Quironsalud Madrid. He specializes in IVF and complex fertility treatments. He is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Vega treats conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovaries at Spain's top-ranked hospital.

• Performs robotic sacrohysteropexy and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis.
• Provides PRP ovarian rejuvenation and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
• Former professor of the Master in Human Reproduction at Complutense University.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Human Reproduction.

Uzm. Dr. Erkan Göcen is a Radiation Oncology Specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital (Optimed Health Group). He graduated from İstanbul University, İstanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) in 2003.

Career: He trained and practiced in Radiation Oncology from 2010 to 2012. He worked in public and private health institutions from 2012 to 2016. He served in the private medical sector as a Radiation Oncology Specialist from 2016 to 2023. He has been at Optimed Hospital since 2024.

Clinical interests: cancers of the brain, head and neck, esophagus, stomach, colorectal, pancreas, prostate, bladder, lung, soft tissues (sarcomas), skin, uterus and cervix, and breast. Affiliations: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and Tekirdağ Medical Chamber. Languages: English and Turkish.

Dr. Jong Kyun Lee is a gastroenterologist at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He focuses on pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers. Dr. Lee serves as a professor and treats complex conditions like pancreatitis and gallstones. He completed medical training at Seoul National University and the University of California.

• Performs specialized procedures including Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy.
• Maintains membership in the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
• Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.
• Member of the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association and the Society of Gastroenterology.

Dr. Lee Kyu Taek is a gastroenterologist at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He specializes in treating pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers. Dr. Lee serves as a professor at the Department of Gastroenterology. He trained at Stanford University School of Medicine in the United States.

• Expertise in surgical oncology procedures like Whipple surgery.
• Performs distal pancreatectomy and complex pancreatic biopsies.
• Completed medical training in South Korea, Japan, and the USA.
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Dr. Lee Jeong Won is a specialist at Samsung Medical Center. He works in oncogynecology for cancer diagnosis and treatment.

• Practices at the Samsung Medical Center – a top hospital in South Korea
• Focuses on women’s oncologic care including breast biopsy procedures
• Part of a leading multidisciplinary team for cancer patients

Dr. Ahn Jin Seok is a specialist oncologist at Samsung Medical Center. He provides expert care for patients throughout the breast biopsy process.

• Practices at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's premier medical institutions
• Focuses on oncology, ensuring diagnostic findings are evaluated with cancer expertise
• Part of a high-volume team at a major university-affiliated hospital
• Works within a dedicated cancer center to provide timely and accurate results

The doctor is a highly skilled gynecologist with a specialized focus in oncogynecology, providing expert care in the diagnosis and treatment of gynecological cancers. With extensive experience in both surgical and non-surgical approaches, the doctor is committed to advancing women's health through innovative treatments and compassionate care.

The doctor is an accomplished oncosurgeon with extensive experience in urology. As the Head of the Samsung Department of Urology, the doctor has led numerous innovative surgical procedures and contributed to significant advancements in the field. The doctor is recognized for expertise in minimally invasive techniques and has been instrumental in developing new protocols for cancer treatment. The doctor is highly regarded for a commitment to patient care and has received multiple accolades for contributions to medical research and education.

Dr. Serkan Deveci is a urologist and oncosurgeon at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital, Istanbul. He specializes in treating prostate, kidney, and testicular cancers. Dr. Deveci holds a professorship and is a member of the American Urology Association. He has authored over 20 international publications on sexual medicine and uro-oncology.

• Expertise includes nephrectomy and specialized biopsy procedures for various conditions.
• Section Editor for UpToDate, a clinical decision support resource used worldwide.
• Member of the American Urological Association abstract reviewer team.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Medical Park Göztepe, which holds a Robotic Surgery Center certification.

Dr. Antonio de Lacy Fortuny is a surgical pioneer at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He has performed 15,000+ surgeries and conducts over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures every year. He famously performed the world’s first gallbladder removal through the mouth. Dr. de Lacy also developed the TaTME technique for rectal cancer treatment.

• Serves as President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe.
• First surgeon in the world to perform a transanal large intestine removal.
• Pioneered the NOTES method using natural openings to access the abdominal cavity.
• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for colon, rectal, and esophageal cancer.

The doctor is a distinguished oncosurgeon with extensive experience in urology. Specializing in advanced surgical techniques, the doctor has significantly contributed to the field of urologic oncology. With a focus on minimally invasive procedures, the doctor has successfully performed numerous complex surgeries, improving patient outcomes. The doctor is also actively involved in clinical research, contributing to several peer-reviewed publications and presenting findings at international conferences.

Dr. Jacob Cohen is a gynecologist at Assuta Medical Center. He specializes in endoscopic and laparoscopic operations for women.

• Performs minimally invasive procedures for diagnostic and treatment purposes
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery – uses small incisions for faster recovery
• Specialist in gynecological endoscopy to examine internal organs
• Practices at Assuta Medical Center – a top private hospital in Israel