Best Radiotherapy for lung cancer doctors: TOP 43 doctors

Prof. Dr. med. Volker Budach *Prof. Dr.med. Volker Budach

He completed his medical studies at the University of Essen and was appointed to the Department of Radiotherapy at the Charité Hospital in Berlin in 1993. He successfully headed this department until 2022, with almost 40 years of professional and 30 years of managerial experience. Under the direction of Prof. Dr. Budach, numerous clinical studies were conducted, especially in the therapy of head and neck tumors. Along with other tumors such as sarcomas, bronchial carcinomas and breast carcinomas, which are his clinical and scientific focus. Prof. Dr. Budach founded and for many years jointly directed the comprehensive cancer center at the Charité. In addition to his function as director of the clinic, he also headed the Charité Center 14, which combined the topics of imaging and oncology. Prof. Budach was President of the German Society for Radiation Oncology (DEGRO) and President of its congress. At the EORTC, he headed the head and neck tumour group for many years. He is the author of numerous important papers on the optimisation of radiotherapy and chemotherapy in the treatment of head and neck tumours. After 30 years of leading the clinic, Prof. Dr. Budach decided to transfer his experience in radiation oncology to the RadioOnkologie Vosspalais clinic. Prof. Dr. Budach is a member of the professional associations DEGRO, ESTRO, ASTRO.

She received her medical education in Russia. After completing her residency in Berlin, Dr. Steingraeber worked as a specialist and senior physician at the Charité, the Neukölln Hospital in Berlin and in the practice of radiooncology. Dr. Steingraeber speaks fluent Russian. Her clinical specialization includes bronchial carcinoma and breast carcinoma.

Membership/Committee Service:

DEGRO, ARO, DKG, AGSMO

Member of interdisciplinary committees for the development of guidelines:

Esophageal carcinoma

Anal carcinoma

Oropharyngeal/hypopharyngeal carcinoma

Supportive therapy in oncology

Chief Physician of Helios Radiant Oncology Department

Dr. Raj Nagarkar is a leading Surgical Oncologist with 19 years of experience. He has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries. His main focus areas are Breast and Thoracic Surgical Oncology. He is involved in more than 200 clinical trials and has contributed to many national and international publications.

Dr. Nagarkar trained in Surgical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. He also holds an MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. He teaches DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology and Breast Surgery at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. Dr. Nagarkar is dedicated to improving the quality of life for his patients.

Barbara Alicia Jerechek is the Director of the Radiotherapy Unit at the European Oncology Centre in Milan and Professor of Radiation Oncology at the University of Milan. The doctor specializes in radiotherapy for all types of cancer and metastatic tumors.

• 26 years of experience in radiotherapy;
• 140 scientific publications.

Professor Jereczek received her medical degree from the University of Gdansk (Poland) in 1992. She completed advanced training in radiation oncology at the Warsaw Cancer Institute, the University of Milan, and the Beatson Cancer Centre at the University of Glasgow (UK). Since 1997, the doctor has been working as a radiotherapy specialist at the European Cancer Centre. Since 2015, she has been the head of the radiotherapy department at the clinic.

Doctor's appointment

An appointment with Dr. Erechek to plan radiation therapy takes 30-50 minutes. The doctor reviews the patient's medical records and test results. She explains the diagnosis and talks about how further treatment will proceed. The doctor gives recommendations on how best to prepare for the course of procedures so that they are as comfortable as possible.

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Scientific activity

Professor Barbara Alicia Ereczek is the author of 140 scientific publications.

Professional achievements and awards

Between 1999 and 2003, Professor Jereczek received 4 awards from the Medical University of Gdansk for scientific research in the field of oncology and radiotherapy.

Membership in organizations

• ESTRO - European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology;
• AIRO - Italian Society of Radiation Oncology;
• Protocol Review Committee of the European Institute of Oncology, Milan, Italy;
• Clinical Trials Quality Committee of the European Institute of Oncology, Milan, Italy.

Filippo de Marinis is the Director of the Thoracic Oncology Unit at the European Centre for Oncology (Milan, Italy). The doctor leads clinical trials of new methods in the treatment of malignant tumors of the chest organs.

The doctor's experience is more than 30 years.

In 1978, De Marinis completed his studies in Pulmonology at the Sapienza University of Rome. From 1983 to 1986, he specialized in oncology at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome. Filippo De Marinis then worked as a physician at the Carlo Forlanini Hospital and the Institute for Clinical Trials and Pneumophysiological Research. Since 2007, he has taught pulmonology at the Campus Biomedico private university in Rome and at the Sapienza University of Rome. Since 2013, the professor has been head of the Thoracic Cancer Unit at the European Oncology Center.

Doctor's appointment

An appointment with Filippo de Marinis lasts from 40 to 60 minutes. During this time, the doctor collects the patient's medical history and compares it with the examination results. In order to establish an accurate diagnosis or plan an operation, the doctor will prescribe additional tests if necessary.

Scientific activity

Professor de Marinis is the author of 250 scientific publications in 130 medical journals. As one of the leading experts in the treatment of lung cancer, he has spoken at 300 scientific congresses over the past 5 years.

The doctor participates in national and international clinical trials of new drugs.

Membership in organizations

• AIOT - Italian Thoracic Oncology Association;
• ESMO - European Society for Medical Oncology;
• ASCO - American Society of Clinical Oncology;
• IASLC - International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer;
• ETOP - European Thoracic Oncology Platform.

Dr. Kayihan Engin is a Radiation Oncologist. He earned his medical degree from Uludağ University Medical College in 1983. He completed his residency in Radiation Oncology at the Center of Oncology & Nuclear Medicine in Istanbul in 1990. From 1990 to 1994, he pursued a post-doctoral fellowship in Thermoradiotherapy at Thomas Jefferson University in the USA.

Dr. Engin has held key academic and leadership roles. He served as Professor, Chairman, and Faculty Accreditation Coordinator at Uludağ University Medical College from 1991 to 2005. He was also Professor and Director at Anadolu Medical Center between 2004 and 2017. Since 2017, he has led the Oncological Sciences departments at Ceylan International and Medicana Bursa Hospitals. Dr. Engin is known for his work in improving cancer treatment and medical education standards in Turkey.

Dr. Shaunak Valame is an MD in Internal Medicine and holds a DNB in Medical Oncology. He received advanced training at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in New Delhi. He also worked as a Registrar at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital in Bhopal. Dr. Valame has presented his research at international forums, including the Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.

He is known for his work in targeted cancer therapies. He has given lectures at the International Winter School of Oncology at AIIMS Bhopal. Dr. Valame is accredited by the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He is committed to advancing cancer research and clinical care.

Dr. Lalit Banswal is an experienced oncological surgeon with 10 years in the field. He has performed more than 10,000 major surgeries. He earned his MBBS from MIMER, Pune, and completed his MS at GMC Panaji. He also completed a fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata, with a focus on gastrointestinal cancers.

Dr. Banswal has worked as a Co-principal Investigator in several research projects. He has published his work in both national and international journals. He is known for his patient-friendly and ethical approach. His main expertise is in Minimal Invasive Cancer Surgeries, where he consistently delivers excellent results.

Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh, MDS (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery), is a specialist in Surgical Oncology. He has 3 years of experience at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre, Nashik. He focuses on oral cancer treatment, organ preservation, and functional rehabilitation for oral cancer patients.

Dr. Shaikh has completed a Fellowship in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology. He is skilled in complex maxillofacial and head & neck surgeries. He is also an active researcher with several publications in reputed journals. His work shows a strong commitment to improving cancer care.

Dr. Sridhar P.S. is a skilled radiation oncologist. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University. He completed his MD in Radiotherapy at Banaras Hindu University. He also holds a Diplomate of the National Board in Radiotherapy. This shows his advanced training and dedication to quality care.

Dr. Sridhar is a member of several professional groups. These include the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, Society for Neuro-Oncology, Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology. He is known for his effective cancer treatments and focus on new therapies. His work has made a positive impact in the field of oncology.

Dr. Shruti Kate is an experienced oncologist. She specializes in treating lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers. She earned her MBBS from Lady Hardinge Medical College. She completed her MD in Internal Medicine at Maulana Azad Medical College. She also holds a DM in Medical Oncology from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.

Dr. Kate has managed both conservative and surgical cancer treatments. She is skilled in complex procedures such as the Whipple surgery. She is a member of several leading oncology societies, including ASCO, ESMO, IASCLC, ISMPO, and IOS. Her research on lung cancer received the only travel award from India at the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer.

Dr. Chaitainya Borde is a nuclear medicine specialist with 12 years of clinical experience. He is skilled in advanced nuclear scans, PET-CT imaging, and nuclear cardiology. He works in both diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine.

Dr. Borde has performed over 30,000 PET scans. He has managed more than 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. He is experienced in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. He has also published research papers in respected medical journals, showing his dedication to academic work.

Dr. A. Kadir Şenses is a Radiation Oncology specialist. He completed his medical degree at Karadeniz University Faculty of Medicine. He received his specialization from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Şenses has more than 25 years of experience in top oncology centers.

Since 2008, Dr. Şenses has worked as a Radiation Oncology Specialist at Maltepe-Istanbul Oncology Hospital. He focuses on advanced cancer treatments. He has also held important managerial positions. Dr. Şenses is known for his skill in radiotherapy. His patients report high satisfaction and good treatment results.

Dr. Nedret Taflan Salepci is a Medical Oncologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She completed her medical degree and specialized in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology at Istanbul University, a leading medical school in Turkey.

Dr. Salepci has worked at Kartal Training and Research Hospital as a Medical Oncology Specialist. She also served as Assistant Chief of the Internal Diseases Clinic. In 2010, she became an Associate Professor. She has also provided oncology care at Universal Italian Giovanni Alberto Angelli Hospital.

She is a member of the Medical Oncology Association, Lung Cancers Association (AKAD), ESMO, ASCO, and the Istanbul Medical Chamber. These memberships show her dedication to professional growth and high standards in cancer care.

Dr. Alper Can is a Medical Oncology specialist with broad experience in treating many types of cancer. His expertise covers lung, breast, colorectal, gastric, liver, kidney, pancreatic, stomach, prostate, uterine, and thyroid cancers. He is skilled in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, phytotherapy, ozone therapy, and hyperthermic chemotherapy. Dr. Can focuses on gastrointestinal, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.

He completed his medical degree at Istanbul University. He received advanced oncology training at Katip Çelebi University. Dr. Can has worked as Assistant and Associate Professor at Yüzüncü Yıl University. He is a member of several oncology societies, including ESMO, ESGO, and IASLC. He also holds accreditation from the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.

Dr. Sadir Alrawi is a board-certified surgical oncologist. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal, head and neck, minimally invasive, breast, and colorectal cancers. He also has expertise in heated chemoperfusion. Dr. Alrawi serves as the Director of Oncology Services at VPS Hospital system in the UAE and MENA region. He oversees several tertiary referral cancer centers.

Dr. Alrawi holds both American and British board certifications. He completed fellowships at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. He has previously led oncology divisions at Al Zahra Hospital, Tawam Hospital (a Johns Hopkins affiliate), and 21st Century Oncology in Florida. Dr. Alrawi has published widely and given many invited talks. He remains active in oncology research and education.