Best Chemotherapy for lung cancer doctors: TOP 29 doctors

Board-certified medical oncologist specializing in chemotherapy at Anadolu Medical Center. Dr. Tanrikulu ranks among Turkey's top specialists in the field.

• Specialist in medical oncology with training from Marmara University
• Ranked 3rd in Turkey for minor specialty exam in 2013
• Conducted international clinical studies in oncology
• Former head of medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital

Specializes in chemotherapy for lung cancer, with training at Hacettepe University Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

• Residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital
• Experienced in treating various cancers, including lung cancer
• Fellowship training at one of the top cancer institutes

Professor Yildirim specializes in lung cancer immunotherapy and targeted therapies at Anadolu Medical Center, with over 80 international publications.

• Member of ESMO and ESO, recognized for advanced oncology expertise
• Author of chapters in 'Handbook of Advanced Cancer Care Treatment'
• Professor at Halic University, teaching future oncologists
• Special training in Melanoma and Kidney Cancer Clinic at Mount Vernon, London

Prof. Merimsky heads the Lung Cancer Service at Sourasky Medical Center with over 25 years of specialized oncology experience.

• Associate Professor at Tel-Aviv University's Sackler Faculty of Medicine
• Fellowship-trained in sarcoma treatment at Institut Gustave Roussy in Paris
• Active member of ASCO and ESMO with publications in cancer research
• Leads clinical trials and stays current through annual ASCO meetings

Prof. Sezer Sağlam specializes in medical oncology with extensive experience in gastrointestinal and lung cancer treatments at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Professor of Medical Oncology since 2016
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Member of ESMO and ASCO – leading oncology associations
• Over 15 years in medical oncology practice

Assoc. Prof. Abdullah Sakin leads the Medical Oncology Department at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital with a focus on lung cancer treatments.

• Over a decade of experience in medical oncology
• Specialized training at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Former head of Medical Oncology at Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols

Dr. Vergés specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on cataract surgery and neurophysiological mechanisms of vision, particularly in sports-related cases.

• Director of the Ophthalmology Service at Dexéus University Hospital
• PhD in Biology from Harvard University
• Recipient of multiple national and international awards for research and surgical innovations
• Member of prestigious societies including the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Over 30 years of experience in advanced ophthalmology

Professor of Medical Oncology with over 20 years of experience – Dr. Saglam leads the department at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal oncology
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Medical Oncology Association
• Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols

Dr. Ari Raphael leads groundbreaking clinical trials in lung cancer treatment at Sourasky Medical Center, focusing on innovative genomic approaches.

• Primary investigator for multiple NSCLC immunotherapy trials
• Molecular Tumor Board moderator for Israeli Lung Cancer Society
• Specializes in comprehensive genomic profiling and liquid biopsies
• Recipient of ISCORT research grant for oncology studies
• Senior lecturer at Tel Aviv University's medical faculty

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with a focus on lung cancer treatment at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 15 years of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a leading medical institution in Turkey
• Works with advanced chemotherapy protocols for lung cancer

Prof. Walter Klepetko is a renowned thoracic surgeon pioneering lung transplantation and advanced thoracic oncology techniques at Wiener Privatklinik.

• Specializes in complex thoracic surgery for over 40 years
• Performed one of the first lung transplants in Austria
• Led the Lung Transplantation Program at AKH Vienna
• Former Head of Thoracic Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
• Internationally recognized for innovations in minimally invasive techniques

Chief Physician at a certified interdisciplinary cancer center – PhD Viola Fox leads innovative treatments for lung cancer patients.

• Specializes in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy for tumors
• Active in molecular biology research for advanced cancer treatments
• Member of German Society of Oncology and American Association for Cancer Research
• Qualified specialist in genetics and palliative care

Associate Professor Ozatli specializes in complex lung cancer cases at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir.

• Over 15 years of experience in oncology
• Specializes in breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers
• Trained at Selcuk University's Faculty of Medicine
• Previously worked at Ankara Oncology Clinic

Prof. Paksoy is an ESMO-certified medical oncologist with a strong focus on lung cancer, participating in international clinical trials for advanced treatments.

• Completed medical oncology fellowship at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Published multiple studies on lung cancer treatments and outcomes
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University's Department of Medical Oncology
• Participated as subinvestigator in Pfizer's ALK-positive NSCLC trial

Specialized in medical oncology with 20+ years of experience – Dr. Ozden focuses on personalized lung cancer treatment.

• Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Medical oncology subspecialty from Kocaeli University
• Served as an internal medicine specialist for 12 years
• Currently practices at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital

Professor Felip leads thoracic cancer trials at Hospital Quiron Barcelona, specializing in chemotherapy optimization and immunotherapy integration for lung cancer.

• Current member of Spanish Lung Cancer Group and ESMO
• Recipient of ESMO Women for Oncology Award
• Co-chair of the 20th WCLC Congress in Barcelona
• Professor at Universitat de Vic, mentoring oncology fellows

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu specializes in lung cancer and has published over 50 scientific articles on oncology and geriatric care.

• Expert in targeted therapies and immunotherapy for solid tumors
• Member of European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• Fellowship-trained in Medical Oncology at Bezmialem Vakıf University
• Focuses on cancer-related malnutrition and geriatric oncology

Associate Professor of Medical Oncology at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı, with extensive research and clinical expertise in lung cancer treatment.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) since 2018
• Published multiple studies on lung cancer outcomes and treatment efficacy
• Specializes in personalized chemotherapy protocols for lung cancer patients

Professor Cicin brings over 20 years of specialized experience in medical oncology, focusing on lung cancer treatment at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Fellowship-trained in medical oncology at Trakya University
• Professor at Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
• Extensive experience in chemotherapy protocols
• Military hospital background adds unique perspective

Assoc. Prof. Ayşe İrem Yasin, M.D., is a medical oncologist who specializes in solid tumors. Her clinical focus includes breast, lung, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, and urologic cancers. She also treats brain and other CNS tumors, soft tissue sarcomas, head and neck cancers, adenocarcinomas, melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and cancers of unknown primary. She practices at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2023–2025).

She completed a Medical Oncology fellowship at Bezmialem Vakıf University (2019–2022). This followed an Internal Medicine residency at the same institution (2012–2016). Her international experience includes the Breast Cancer Unit at the University of Piemonte Orientale in Novara (2022). She also trained at Basel University Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Harvard Medical School. She holds the ESMO Board Certificate (2022).