Best PET/CT Doctors Abroad

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. Eda Tanrikulu is a clinical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. She ranked 3rd nationally in Turkey's minor specialty medical exam. Dr. Tanrikulu specializes in chemotherapy and individualized cancer treatments. She works at a facility affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Served as the head of the medical oncology unit at Haydarpaşa Numune Hospital.
• Participated in global training at Oxford University and ESMO in Manchester.
• Treats gastrointestinal, urological, lung, and breast cancers.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Medical Oncology.

Dr. Nuri Ceydeli is a gynecologic oncology specialist at Anadolu Medical Center. He utilizes PET/CT imaging for precise cancer screening and surgical planning.

• Member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
• Focuses on minimally invasive surgery for cervical and ovarian cancers
• Specialized in gynecologic oncology at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical School
• Member of the Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Society
• Expert in laparoscopic surgery for treating complex endometriosis and cysts

Professor Eyüboğlu trained at Johns Hopkins University. He leads surgical departments and works closely with PET/CT imaging to manage complex cancers.

• Lecturer at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – a top Turkish medical school
• Specializes in surgical pancreatic cancer treatment requiring precise diagnostic imaging
• Performs the Whipple procedure – a complex surgery for tumors in the digestive system
• Focuses on abdominal surgery and cancer care at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital

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. Sezer Saglam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in treating gastrointestinal and breast cancers. His research on rectal cancer timing has influenced global treatment protocols. Dr. Saglam develops personalized therapy plans using targeted medicine and precision techniques.

• Nominated for the International Best Researcher Award for work on liver cancer.
• Leads clinical trials focused on targeted therapies and precision oncology.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).

Dr. Tahsin Ozadli is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Ozadli holds a specialization from the Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital. He works at a center authorized by the Turkish government for international health tourism.

• Administers immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy for multiple cancer types.
• Treats complex conditions including sarcoma, medulloblastoma, and nasopharyngeal cancer.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including liver biopsies, thyroid biopsies, and cancer screenings.
• Utilizes PET/CT and MRI for precise abdominal and pelvic tumor tracking.

Dr. Murat Atay is a breast and general surgeon at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He completed specialized training in sentinel node mapping at the MDA Cancer Center in Texas. Dr. Atay also held several surgical roles at Lille University Hospital in France. He focuses on breast and thyroid surgery as well as oncological procedures.

• Performs mastectomy, lumpectomy, and lymphadenectomy.
• Treats conditions such as breast cancer and fibrocystic breast disease.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited smart hospital that treats 300,000 patients annually.
• Uses PET-MRI and mammography for precise diagnosis and monitoring.

Dr. Harald Rosen is a specialist in internal medicine and gastroenterology at Wiener Privatklinik. He uses precise PET/CT imaging to guide his cancer treatments and minimally invasive surgeries.

• Focuses on gastrointestinal cancers and malignancies of the digestive system
• Expert in interventional endoscopy to treat biliary and pancreatic duct problems
• Performs ERCP to combine internal views with X-ray diagnostics
• Member of the European Society of Surgery (ESS)
• Trains other physicians in advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques

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. 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. Fredi Aviv is a senior oncohematologist at Sourasky Medical Center. He brings decades of expertise to every PET/CT scan interpretation for cancer patients.

• Practices at Ichilov Clinic – one of the largest medical centers in Israel
• Specializes in oncohematology – the diagnosis and treatment of blood cancers
• Uses diagnostic imaging to monitor patient response to cancer therapies
• Expert in identifying blood-related malignancies through advanced clinical diagnostics

Dr. Saban Sec is a medical oncologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He treats breast, lung, gastrointestinal, and rare tumors. Dr. Sec currently represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He conducted a significant clinical study involving 138 patients with HER2-positive gastric cancer.

• Expertise covers colorectal, prostate, urogenital, head, neck, and salivary gland cancers.
• Authored over 10 peer-reviewed articles on cancer prognosis and survival rates.
• Member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.
• Treats patients at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr. Elkhan Mammadov is a medical oncologist. He focuses on cancer diagnosis and treatment, including cytotoxic chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy (smart drugs), and immunotherapy.

Education: Azerbaijan Medical University, MD (2004–2010). Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Internal Medicine training (2014–2019). Istanbul Medipol Mega University Hospital, Medical Oncology subspecialty training (2019–2022).

Experience: 5 years in Internal Medicine. 3 years in Medical Oncology.

Memberships: Turkish Society for Medical Oncology. ESMO (European Society for Medical Oncology). ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology).

Professor Dan Grisaro heads the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sourasky Medical Center. He uses PET/CT imaging to manage complex gynecological cancers and improve patient outcomes.

• Specializes in staging ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers for precise treatment planning
• Authored 83 scientific articles on gynecologic oncology and cancer markers
• Presented clinical research at 39 international medical conferences worldwide
• Member of the Israeli and American Societies of Gynecologic Oncology
• Fellowship trained in gynecologic oncology at the University of Toronto in Canada

Dr. Yusuf Acikgoz is a medical oncologist at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He specializes in treating complex cancers, including lung, breast, and liver malignancies. He completed a fellowship at Ohio State University in the United States. Dr. Acikgoz manages treatments like chemotherapy, radioembolization, and immunotherapy.

• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Assistant Investigator for Phase III clinical trials, including the CheckMate-649 study.
• Certified in Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection at Ohio State University.
• Performs diagnostic procedures like biopsy, gastroscopy, and tumor marker testing.

Professor Schoppmann leads the Upper GI Surgery Unit at the Medical University of Vienna. He uses PET/CT imaging to guide robotic and minimally invasive cancer treatments.

• Specializes in treating esophageal and gastric cancer with robotic precision
• Integrates molecular cancer research into clinical surgery for better staging
• Contributes to global treatment guidelines for gastrointestinal cancers
• Member of the European Society of Surgical Oncology

Dr. Hossein Taghizadeh is an internal medicine specialist and hematologist-oncologist at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in treating solid tumors and blood cancers. He integrates modern systemic cancer therapies with individualized patient care. Dr. Taghizadeh earned his medical degree from the Medical University of Vienna.

• Specializes in gastrointestinal, pancreatic, biliary, and genitourinary cancers.
• Expert in systemic therapies including targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
• Treats hematologic malignancies and manages complex palliative medicine cases.
• Practices at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.