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Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
Medical Oncology

2022-2024
Memorial Şişli Hospital
Medical Oncology Specialist

2021-2022
Institut Jules Bordet
Clinical Research Fellowship

2020-2022
Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
Medical Oncology Specialist

2019-2019
Institut Jules Bordet
Clinical Research Fellowship

2016-2019
Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology Fellowship

2014-2016
Golbasi Public Hospital
Internal Medicine Specialist

2013-2014
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Observership

2013
Bellvitge Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
Observership

2009 -2014
Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Internal Medicine Residency

The doctor is a seasoned gynecologist and obstetrician with a career spanning over two decades. After completing medical education at Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School in 1995, the doctor specialized in Gynecology and Obstetrics at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical School in 2002. The doctor has been serving at Anadolu Medical Center since 2005, focusing on gynecology, obstetrics, and urogynecology. The doctor is a member of several professional societies, including the Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Society and the AAGL, Advancing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Worldwide.

With over 40 years of experience, the doctor specializes in cancer and obesity surgery, with a focus on surgical pancreatic cancer treatment, including the Whipple procedure. The doctor has enhanced their skills at Johns Hopkins University in the USA. Additionally, they contribute to scientific research and education as a lecturer at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

Prof. Dr. Sezer Sağlam is a medical oncologist at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital. He specializes in gastrointestinal and breast cancers. He has contributed to cancer care through research, especially with his study on the best timing for surgery after neoadjuvant therapy in rectal cancer. This work has influenced global treatment protocols.

Dr. Sağlam has led clinical trials in targeted therapies and precision medicine. His research on liver-transplanted patients with hepatocellular carcinoma was nominated for the 2024 International Best Researcher Award. He is a member of ASCO, ESMO, and ENET. Dr. Sağlam provides personalized and evidence-based oncology care.

The doctor is a leading figure in medical oncology, hematology, and cancer immunotherapy, with a career spanning over four decades. After earning a medical degree from the University of Vienna in the 1970s, the doctor completed specialist training in internal medicine and oncology in the 1980s.

In the 1990s, the doctor was appointed Head of the Clinical Division of Oncology at the Medical University of Vienna, leading Austria's largest oncology department. The 2000s saw the founding of the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna, integrating patient care, research, and education.

The doctor served as President of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group in the 2010s and currently holds positions as Chairman of the Vienna Cancer Center and Medical Director of Wiener Privatklinik’s International Oncology Center.

The doctor is a distinguished Austrian specialist in gastroenterology, internal medicine, and endoscopic surgery, renowned for advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on the digestive tract. With decades of experience, the doctor is a trusted expert in managing complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary diseases.

Graduating from the University of Vienna in the 1980s, the doctor specialized in gastroenterology and endoscopic techniques during the 1990s. By the 2000s, the doctor gained recognition for work in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including procedures like colon polyp removal and biliary interventions.

Currently, the doctor serves as a leading consultant at Wiener Privatklinik, performing endoscopic surgeries and managing complex gastrointestinal conditions.

The doctor is a distinguished Austrian medical oncologist and internist with over two decades of experience, specializing in breast cancer, gynecologic malignancies, and targeted cancer therapies. A graduate of the University of Vienna, the doctor completed residency in internal medicine and medical oncology at the Medical University of Vienna. The doctor has contributed to early clinical trials on targeted therapies and is a leading authority in individualized cancer treatment.

Currently serving as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik and continuing academic work at the Medical University of Vienna, the doctor focuses on individualized systemic cancer therapy, immunotherapy, and translational cancer research. The doctor's research includes biomarker development and resistance mechanisms to targeted drugs, with publications in leading international journals.

The doctor is a leading specialist in general, visceral, and oncologic surgery, with international recognition for expertise in esophageal and gastric cancer surgery. Specializing in minimally invasive and robotic techniques, the doctor has made significant contributions to translational cancer research, modernizing surgical oncology and improving patient outcomes across Europe.

Graduating from the University of Vienna in the 1990s, the doctor began a residency at Vienna General Hospital, focusing on esophageal cancer biology. By the 2010s, the doctor was appointed Professor of Surgery and Head of the Upper GI Surgery Unit at the Medical University of Vienna, introducing advanced surgical programs.

Currently, the doctor serves as a consultant at Wiener Privatklinik, with active involvement in upper GI oncology and laparoscopic surgery. The doctor has numerous international publications and is a member of several oncology and surgical societies.

Dr. Hossein Taghizadeh is a highly regarded Austrian specialist in internal medicine, hematology, and medical oncology, known for his compassionate approach and commitment to personalized cancer care. With extensive experience in treating solid tumors and blood cancers, he represents a new generation of oncologists who integrate scientific progress with empathy and precision.

He studied medicine at the Medical University of Vienna, graduating in 2016, and began his residency in internal medicine and oncology shortly thereafter. His academic and clinical training at leading Austrian cancer centers equipped him with deep expertise in systemic cancer therapy, hematologic diseases, and palliative medicine.

2010–2016 – Studied medicine at the Medical University of Vienna.

2018 – Began residency in internal medicine and medical oncology, focusing on individualized treatment strategies.

2020s – Specialized in solid tumors, hematologic malignancies, and targeted therapy, contributing to multidisciplinary oncology care.

Today – Practices as an oncologist at Oncodoc and Wiener Privatklinik, providing diagnostics, systemic treatment, and follow-up for patients with gastrointestinal, urogenital, and hematologic cancers.

Dr. Taghizadeh’s clinical interests include gastrointestinal tumors, pancreatic and biliary cancers, genitourinary malignancies, and hematologic neoplasms. He works with advanced diagnostic tools and modern systemic therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.

Known for his calm professionalism, integrity, and patient-centered communication, Dr. Taghizadeh places great emphasis on evidence-based medicine and emotional support throughout the treatment journey. His work reflects a modern, holistic approach to oncology — one that values both medical excellence and the human experience behind every diagnosis.

The doctor is a renowned thoracic surgeon recognized for pioneering work in lung transplantation and thoracic oncology. With decades of experience, the doctor has made Vienna a global center for advanced lung surgery.

After studying medicine at the University of Vienna in the 1970s, the doctor specialized in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, focusing on severe lung diseases. In the 1980s, completed specialist training at Vienna General Hospital and performed one of Austria's first lung transplants in 1989.

In the 2000s, became Head of the Department of Thoracic Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. The doctor continues to lead innovations in thoracic oncology and transplantation medicine.

Education and Expertise

Selcuk University Meram Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education

Dr.Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Anakara Oncology Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Specialization

Experience

Malatya State Hospital Internal Diseases Clinic

Ankara Oncology Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic

Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital Medical Oncology Clinic


AREAS OF INTEREST

Lung cancer

esophageal cancer

Gastric cancer

breast cancer

Gastrointestinal surgery

https://scholar.google.com.tr/citations?user=EDuylhoAAAAJ&hl=tr 

Education:

Teaching course on “Lymphatic mapping and sentinel node”

June 1998, MDA Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA

General Surgery

Feb. 1993 – Dec. 1996, Şişli Etfal Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

General Surgery

May 1990 – Jan. 1993, Lille University Hospital, Lille, France 

M.D.

1983 – 1990, Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey

Experience

Attending General Surgeon, Jan. 1998 – present 

F.N. Metropolitan Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

American Cancer Center, Breast Surgery

Attending General Surgeon, 1996 – present 

Medmar Diagnostic Center, Istanbul, Turkey

Diagnosis and monitoring with sophisticated techniques 

General Surgeon, 1996 – 1998

Guzelbahce Medical Center and Yeditepe Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

Specializing in breast and thyroid surgery

The doctor is an experienced oncohematologist with 31 years of practice at Sourasky Medical Center. Specializing in the treatment of blood cancers, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in oncohematology. With a focus on patient-centered care, the doctor has been involved in numerous clinical trials and research projects aimed at improving therapeutic outcomes. The doctor is recognized for their expertise in diagnosing and managing complex hematological conditions, providing comprehensive care to patients.

Dr. Saban Sec is a medical oncologist with experience at leading hospitals, including Haseki Training and Research Hospital, Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital, and Bahçelievler Medikalpark Hospital. He currently represents specialist physicians in the Turkish Medical Oncology Association. He is also a member of the Istanbul Medical Chamber and the Turkish Medical Oncology Association.

Dr. Sec treats breast, lung, gastrointestinal, prostate, urogenital, head and neck cancers, as well as sarcomas and rare tumors. He has published many peer-reviewed articles on cancer prognosis, treatment outcomes, and survival rates. His research includes studies with large patient groups, such as 138 patients with HER2-positive metastatic gastric cancer. Dr. Sec focuses on prognostic factors and treatment responses in different cancers. He is dedicated to improving cancer care.

The doctor is a leading specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of gynecological cancers, including ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancer. The doctor conducts research on cervical cancer causes and ovarian cancer diagnostics, focusing on early markers and targeted therapies.

Currently, the doctor serves as a senior physician in the department of gynecological oncology and heads the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the Medical Center Ichilov Sourasky. The doctor is also a senior lecturer and associate professor at Tel Aviv University.

With 39 scientific conference presentations and 83 published articles, the doctor is a prominent figure in the field, holding memberships in several prestigious gynecologic oncology societies.

Professor of oncosurgery and proctology

The doctor is a Professor of Neurology with a specialization in demyelinating processes and Parkinson's disease. With extensive expertise in these areas, the doctor has contributed significantly to the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders. The doctor is recognized for advancing research and clinical practices in neurology, focusing on improving patient outcomes through innovative approaches.

The doctor specializes in colorectal, pancreatic, and gastrointestinal surgery, with a particular expertise in Whipple procedures. With over 45 years of practice, the doctor is recognized as one of the leading Whipple surgeons in Israel.

The doctor is a highly experienced dermatologist with over 15 years of clinical practice focusing on skin disorders, cosmetic dermatology, and laser treatments. They have published multiple peer-reviewed articles in leading dermatology journals and have been a speaker at international conferences. The doctor is board-certified in dermatology and has completed advanced training in dermatosurgery. They are committed to patient-centered care and stay updated with the latest advancements in dermatological treatments.