The doctor is a highly skilled oncologist specializing in the treatment of various cancer types, including solid tumors, pediatric tumors, and hematological malignancies. She is proficient in both conservative and surgical treatments, such as the Whipple procedure.

She completed her MBBS at Lady Hardinge Medical College and MD in internal medicine from Maulana Azad Medical College. She further pursued DM Medical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, where she also served as a consultant.

She is affiliated with international and national oncological societies and has expertise in lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers, with a keen interest in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy.

The doctor is an MDS in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with 3 years of experience in Surgical Oncology at the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nasik.

Specializes in oral cancer, focusing on organ preservation and functional rehabilitation. Has a strong interest in preventive oral hygiene and early diagnosis of oral cancers.

Proficient in major maxillofacial and head & neck surgeries and has completed fellowship training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology from HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

Active researcher with numerous publications.

The doctor completed an MBBS from MIMER, Pune, and an MS from GMC Panaji. Further training included a two-year fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata, focusing on Gastrointestinal Cancer. At Tata Medical Center, the doctor served as a Co-principal Investigator in multiple original research projects. Following this, the doctor worked as an Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital, Aurangabad. With over 10 years of experience, the doctor has successfully performed more than 10,000 major surgeries and has published multiple National and International papers. Specializes in Minimal Invasive Cancer Surgeries.

The doctor completed an MD in Internal Medicine at Shyam Shah Medical College and held a Senior Residency in the same department. Following this, the doctor served as Registrar in Medical Oncology at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital. The doctor completed DNB training in Medical Oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

During the Senior Residency, the doctor lectured at the International Winter School of Oncology at AIIMS and presented research on Stomach Cancer at the Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium by the American Society of Clinical Oncology. The doctor specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies.

The doctor received Surgical Oncology training at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and completed MRCS at the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. Starting practice in 2000, the doctor founded Curie Manavata Cancer Centre in 2007. With 19 years of experience, the doctor has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and participated in more than 200 clinical trials. The doctor is a published author with numerous international and national publications. Specializing in Breast and Thoracic Surgical Oncology, the doctor is a professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology and Breast Surgery at MUHS.

Dr. Blanca Lopez Ibor heads the Hematology and Pediatric Oncology Unit at HM Hospitales. She is a dedicated specialist in childhood cancers and severe blood disorders. She serves as a consultant for both WHO and UNESCO. Dr. Lopez Ibor manages complex cases of leukemia, lymphoma, and neuroblastoma in children and teens.

• Specializes in bone marrow transplants and CAR T-cell therapy.
• Expert consultant in pediatric oncology for the Spanish Ministry of Health.
• Member of the American Society of Hematology and the International Society of Pediatric Oncology.
• Trained at the University of Maryland and the University of Barcelona.

The doctor is an accomplished educator and researcher in the field of oncology, with extensive teaching experience at USP CEU. The doctor has taught a wide array of subjects including General Medical Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Oncology, and Bioethics. As a tutor for medical students and external rotants, the doctor has contributed significantly to the training of future healthcare professionals.

Additionally, the doctor holds the position of Director of postgraduate research in clinical and applied oncology at HM CIOCC USP CEU and is responsible for postgraduate master practices. The doctor has also completed advanced courses at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

The doctor has conducted significant research on the cumulative effective dose of radiation from chest CT scans in COVID-19 patients. This work highlights the importance of adhering to guidelines to minimize unnecessary exposure, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Dr. Erkancakir is a specialist in pediatric chest diseases. He has experience with acute and chronic respiratory problems, respiratory tract infections, and bronchoscopic procedures. His areas of focus include asthma, sleep-related breathing disorders, cystic fibrosis, and tuberculosis.

He completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. He continued his specialty training at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital and Marmara University. Dr. Erkancakir has worked at leading institutions, such as Bezmialem Vakıf University and Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases Training and Research Hospital.

He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Turkish Thoracic Society and the European Respiratory Society. Dr. Erkancakir has received more than 20 national and international awards for his research and presentations, especially in pediatric pulmonology and cystic fibrosis.

Dr. Itir Sirinoglu Temiz is a Professor of Hematology. She specializes in lymphoma, acute and chronic leukemias, multiple myeloma, thrombocytopenias, thrombosis, anemia, and bone marrow failure. She graduated with honors from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She completed her hematology training at Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtarslan Oncology Education and Research Hospital.

Dr. Sirinoglu Temiz has held key academic and administrative positions. She served as Head of Internal Medicine at IAU Faculty of Medicine. She was also Education and Administrative Manager at SBÜ Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk EAH Hematology Clinic. She has broad experience in adult hematology, stem cell transplantation, and therapeutic apheresis. She currently practices at Liv Hospital.

Areas of Interests

• MR Linac
• Three Dimensional Brachytherapy
• Four Dimensional (4D) Radiotherapy
• Stereotactic RT & IMRT
• Breast Cancer, Gynecological Cancers
• Head – Neck Cancers
• Urological Tumors, Gastrointestinal Cancers
• Lung Cancer
• Central Nervous System Tumors & Metastases
• Skin Cancers
• Soft Tissue Tumors

Education:

• Istinye University Medical Faculty, Professor Doctor (2017 – Continued)
• Istine University Medical Faculty Associate Professor Doctor (2016 – 2017)
• Liv Hospital Radiation Medicine Center, Tbilisi, Georgia, Radiation Oncology Consulting Docor (2016 – 2019)
• Liv Hospital, Radiation Oncology (2015 – Continued)
• Istanbul University Oncology Institution, Associate Professor (2012 – 2015)
• Stereotactic Radiotherapy, Thoracic Oncology, University of North Carolina, NC, USA (2010 – 2011)
• Kocaeli University Radiation Oncology Department, Associate Professor Assistant (2006 – 2009)
• GATA Radiation Oncology Department, Specialist Doctor, Reserve Officer (2004 – 2005)
• Istanbul University, Medical Faculty, Dr.R.A. (1999 – 2004)
• Istanbul University, Medical Faculty, Under-Graduate (1993 – 1999)
   

Experience:

• Istinye University Medical Faculty
• Liv Hospital Ulus
• Istanbul University Oncology Institution
• University of North Carolina, NC, USA
• Kocaeli University Medical Faculty
• Istanbul University, Medical Faculty