Sarcoma Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Head of Radiation Oncology at German Oncology Center – specializes in sarcoma treatments with advanced techniques.

• Over 13 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Specialized in interventional radiation oncology procedures
• Holds a doctoral degree from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
• Member of leading oncology teams in Germany and Cyprus

Dr. Yuri Goldes is the Deputy Director of General Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He pioneered some of Israel’s first robotic resections for stomach and pancreatic cancers. Forbes Israel named him among the nation’s best gastrointestinal surgeons. In 2019, he received the Best Doctor of the Year award from the Israeli Ministry of Health.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic, gastric, and esophageal cancers.
• Performs minimally invasive Whipple procedures, one of the most complex abdominal operations.
• Treats benign conditions including diaphragmatic hernia, achalasia, GERD, and gallbladder disease.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked among the Top 10 hospitals worldwide by Newsweek.

Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, colorectal, and urogenital system cancers. Dr. Karaaslan brings clinical expertise from major institutions, including Medical Park and Gülhane Military Medical Academy. He works at a hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Holds personal certification from the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Treats complex conditions, including stage 4 colon and lung cancers.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology and Turkish Lung Cancer societies.
• Performs systemic therapies such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy.

Dr. Keskin has conducted over 900 procedures and is ranked first nationally for his specialty exam. He works at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Has 25 years of experience of experience in medical oncology.
• Utilizes advanced treatments including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.
• Holds membership in prestigious international societies like ASCO and ESMO.
• Completed a Medical Oncology Minor Speciality at the Istanbul University Institute of Oncology.
• Awarded Best Poster at the National Cancer Congress for his research.

Prof. Dr. Suleyman Alici specializes in sarcoma treatment at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Renowned expert in sarcoma diagnosis and management
• Works at one of Turkey's leading oncology centers
• Committed to personalized treatment approaches

Specialist Dr. Rahib Hasanov brings international oncology expertise from training at Houston Methodist Hospital and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa.

• Completed Medical Oncology fellowship at Marmara University
• Specializes in personalized treatments including immunotherapies and targeted therapies
• Treats patients from across Europe, Middle East, and Central Asia
• Regularly attends international oncology congresses to stay updated

Prof. Yildirim is a leading medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center with over a decade of practice focused on immunotherapy and targeted cancer therapies.

• Over 80 international publications and book chapters on advanced cancer care
• ESMO-certified with specialized training in Israel and the UK
• Professor of Medical Oncology at Halic University – a respected academic
• Expert in treating breast, gastrointestinal, and lung cancers

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. Seref Komurcu is a medical oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in treating breast, lung, colorectal, and solid cancers. Dr. Komurcu holds both ECFMG and ESMO certifications. He previously served as a professor at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Published over 110 scientific papers on cancer management.
• Provides immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and chemotherapy treatments.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Works at a clinic affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Professor of Medical Oncology with over 29 years of experience of experience, specializing in sarcoma at Gayrettepe Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Attending physician in Gastrointestinal Oncology at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Fellowship-trained in Medical Oncology at Istanbul University
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and ENET – leading oncology societies
• Professor since 2016, recognized for expertise in oncology

Dr. Mehmet Dogu Canoglu is a radiation oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He specializes in precise tumor targeting using MR Linac and CyberKnife technologies. Dr. Canoglu trained at Kocaeli University. He previously served at Medipol Mega University Hospital. He treats various cancers, including complex brain, prostate, and lung tumors.

• Expert in Varian TrueBeam and Trilogy radiation delivery systems.
• Performs stereotaxic radiosurgery and targeted radiotherapy for sarcomas.
• Works at Anadolu Medical Center, a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.
• Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourism.

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. Necdet Uskent is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. He was part of the pioneering team that performed Turkey's first bone marrow transplant. Dr. Uskent holds the European Medical Oncology Certificate and focuses on breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He works at a facility affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• Founder of the Turkish Oncology Group (TOG).
• A founding member of the Turkish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served as a visiting lecturer at Royal Free and University College Hospital in London.
• Treats complex hematological conditions including lymphomas and myeloma.

Dr. Ozadli specializes in treating various cancers, including sarcoma, with extensive training in medical oncology.

• Completed medical oncology specialization at Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital
• Worked at Ankara Oncology Hospital and Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital
• Special interest in lung, esophageal, gastric, and breast cancers
• Published researcher with contributions in oncology

Dr. Harald Rosen specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures for gastrointestinal malignancies, bringing decades of expertise to Wiener Privatklinik.

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy since the 1990s
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for digestive tract conditions
• Completed training in internal medicine and gastroenterology in Vienna
• Focuses on complex gastrointestinal cancers and liver diseases

Dr. Acikgoz has performed 900+ sarcoma procedures and participated in groundbreaking immuno-oncology trials at Ohio State University.

• 10 years of experience of experience specializing in sarcoma treatments
• Assistant investigator in Phase III clinical trials, including CheckMate-649
• Trained at prestigious institutions like Ohio State University
• Member of ASCO and Turkish Society of Medical Oncology

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).

Dr. Dror Levin specializes in sarcoma treatment for children at Sourasky Medical Center – one of Israel's leading hospitals.

• Director of pediatric hematology oncology at Sourasky
• Trained at Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute – a global leader in sarcoma care
• Coordinates sarcoma treatment with oncology-orthopedic specialists
• Member of ISPHO – Israel's pediatric hemato-oncology association

Dr. Aydogdu specializes in early detection of cancer in children, a critical aspect of pediatric oncology.

• Focuses on presentations and discussions about pediatric cancer detection
• Works at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku
• Contributes to advancements in pediatric oncology

Dr. Amir specializes in treating complex sarcomas, including osteosarcoma and Ewing's sarcoma, with a strong military medicine background.

• Awarded multiple grants for excellence in surgical oncology
• Member of prestigious societies like the American Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
• Trained in orthopaedic oncology at the National Cancer Institute, USA
• Specializes in limb salvage techniques
• Recipient of the Tannenbaum Grant for Excellence in Surgical Oncology