Biopsy Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Assistant Professor Suleyman Hilmi Aksoy is a specialist in interventional radiology. He performs imaging-guided biopsy procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Holds a faculty position at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty – a premier Turkish medical school
• Performs guided biopsies for the prostate, kidney, and liver
• Uses advanced imaging to guide needles precisely without open surgery
• Presented research at 13 national and international medical congresses
• Member of the European Society of Radiology and the International Society of Radiology

Professor Yesim Yildirim is an ESMO-certified oncologist at Anadolu Medical Center. She specializes in targeted therapies and immunotherapy to identify specific cancer markers during a biopsy.

• Completed advanced clinical training at Mount Vernon Cancer Center in the UK
• Founded the Turkish Gastrointestinal Oncology Network to improve cancer care standards
• Authored over 80 scientific publications and a handbook on advanced cancer treatment
• Member of ASCO, the world leading professional organization for oncology specialists
• Earned an MBA in Healthcare Management to lead high-standard clinical departments

Dr. Sema Karakas is a gynecologic oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She specializes in scarless V-NOTES surgery for uterine and ovarian cyst removal. Dr. Karakas treats complex conditions like uterine, ovarian, and cervical cancers. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that serves over 250,000 patients annually.

• Performs scarless tubal ligation and hysterectomy using V-NOTES techniques.
• Treats HPV and performs diagnostic colposcopy, LEEP, and conization.
• Manages urinary incontinence using medical, laser, and surgical options.
• Provides surgical treatment for endometriosis and hysteroscopic polyp removal.

Dr. Mario Garibay is a dental implantologist and oral surgeon at SoftDentalCare Clinic in Mexico. He specializes in restorative solutions like All-on-4 and All-on-6 implants. Dr. Garibay completed implantology training at Loma Linda University, a top-ranked US institution. He treats international patients from the US, Canada, Australia, and Latin America.

• Performs complex dentures fitting, crown installation, and bone grafting procedures.
• Uses global implant brands including Straumann, Nobel Biocare, and Dentsply.
• Treats gum diseases such as periodontitis and paradontosis using surgical techniques.
• Practice is based at a clinic accredited by the Asociación Dental Mexicana.

Dr. Rahib Hasanov is a clinical oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He completed a prestigious observership program at Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas. Dr. Hasanov specializes in personalized oncology using immunotherapy and targeted therapies. He treats a wide range of conditions including gastrointestinal, breast, and lung cancers.

• Expertise includes targeted therapies and novel agents for stage 4 cancers.
• Treats complex urogenital system tumors, including prostate and ovarian cancers.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital, a center treating 250,000 patients annually.
• Member of the Turkish medical community with international training in the US.

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. Sebnem Izmir Guner is a hematologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. She founded and directed multiple adult bone marrow transplantation centers. Dr. Guner specializes in leukemia, lymphoma, and complex coagulation disorders. She works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for high safety standards.

• Performs haploidentical, related, and unrelated allogenic bone marrow transplants.
• Authored over 19 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Received multiple academic awards for her contributions to hematology.
• Former founder and lead physician of therapeutic apheresis units.

Dr. Oguzhan Babacan is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He specializes in bone marrow transplantation for children with leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. Babacan has performed allogeneic, autologous, and haploidentical stem cell transplants for 13 years. He treats rare blood disorders and solid tumors in pediatric patients.

• Performs complex bone marrow transplants for leukemia and lymphoma cases.
• Treats childhood blood disorders like thalassemia, hemophilia, and aplastic anemia.
• Expertise in pediatric oncology, including neuroblastoma and Ewing's sarcoma.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Turkey.

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.

Professor Omer Necip Aytug leads gastroenterology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He performs precise biopsies during diagnostic gastroscopy and colonoscopy to detect digestive conditions.

• Earned the rank of Professor at Abant Izzet Baysal University
• Completed a specialized gastroenterology fellowship at Marmara University School of Medicine
• Expert in identifying Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis through tissue sampling
• Author of numerous scientific papers published in international medical journals
• Experienced in endoscopic removal of gastric and duodenal polyps

Prof. Dr. Şule Karadayı is a Professor and Thoracic Surgery Specialist. She earned her MD from Ankara University in 1999 and completed her residency in 2004. Her international training includes an observership with Prof. Ramon Rami Porta in Barcelona in 2005. She received an ESTS Travel Fellowship in Vienna in 2009. She joined the Mevlana Exchange Program in Azerbaijan in 2015. She scored 76.25 on the ÜDS English exam in 2006. She is a member of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons and several Turkish thoracic societies.

Her clinical focus includes lung cancer surgery. She performs Da Vinci robotic and VATS/minimally invasive thoracic procedures. She treats pulmonary nodules and masses. She also performs mediastinal, pleural, and chest wall (pectus) surgery. She offers interventional bronchoscopy, including endobronchial valve therapy for advanced emphysema and COPD. She serves as an assistant principal investigator on projects in wound healing and mediastinal lymph node evaluation. As of 2026, she sees patients at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

Dr. Erdem Turemen specializes in ultrasound-guided biopsies at Anadolu Medical Center. He uses sound waves to ensure precise needle placement for accurate tissue sampling.

• Performs biopsies of the thyroid and parathyroid glands for tumor diagnosis
• Conducts pancreas and adrenal gland biopsies to evaluate hormonal tumors
• Authored over 25 publications in national and international medical journals
• Trained at Cerrahpaşa Medical School, a top Turkish medical institution
• Expertise includes diagnosing thyroid cancer and neuroendocrine tumors

Professor Erhun Eyüboğlu trained at Johns Hopkins University. He leads surgical teams at Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital for complex cancer diagnostics and biopsy procedures.

• Lecturer at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine – a top Turkish medical school
• Specializes in surgical pancreatic cancer evaluation and treatment
• Performs the Whipple procedure for advanced digestive tract cases
• Expertise in surgical oncology to identify and remove cancerous tissues

Dr. Jose Rojas is the founder of Hospital de la Familia. He is board-certified in gynecology and obstetrics surgery by the Mexican Council.

• Performs gynecological biopsy procedures including diagnostic hysteroscopy to examine the uterine lining
• Conducts colposcopy – a specialized exam to check the cervix and vulva for disease
• Trained at UNAM and the Universidad Autonoma de Baja California
• Treats complex conditions like endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and ovarian cysts
• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive approach for faster recovery

2,000+ Mohs procedures performed – Dr. Garces Gatnau is a pioneer in oncodermatology at Centro Medico Teknon. He specializes in skin cancer biopsy and microsurgical treatment.

• Directs the Mohs Unit at the Autonomous University of Barcelona
• Performs microscopic examination of tissue layers for high cure rates
• Focuses on aesthetic reconstruction after surgical tumor removal
• Member of the European Society for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
• Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau

Dr. Ahmet Nadir Tosyali leads pediatric oncological surgery at Anadolu Medical Center. He performs diagnostic biopsies for childhood cancers including Wilms tumors and neuroblastoma.

• Holds the Turkish Pediatric Surgery Qualification Certificate since 2002
• Trained in pediatric oncology at specialized medical workshops
• Expert in port applications for long-term medicine delivery in children
• Member of the Turkish Society of Pediatric Surgery
• Practiced at Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Francesc Cobo Valien is a leading oncohematologist at the Teknon Oncology Institute in Barcelona. He specializes in treating complex blood cancers, including leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. Cobo Valien earned his medical degree and doctorate from the University of Barcelona. He serves patients at Centro Médico Teknon, a JCI-accredited facility.

• Treats acute and chronic leukemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
• Performs bone marrow transplants and biological therapy for hematologic malignancies.
• Recipient of the Spanish Hematology Association award for medical reporting.
• Heads research projects supported by the Catalan Society of Hematology.