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The doctor with the European Society of Medical Oncology accreditation. Lung cancer treatment: diagnosis + chemotherapy + immunotherapy with Keytruda

Anadolu Medical Center Turkey Istanbul
92% Clients recommended this clinic
4.6
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Clinical oncologist

Yesim Yildirim
Oncologist certified by European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
20 years of experience
About

Doctor Yesim Yildirim is an oncologist certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO). Affiliated with numerous hospitals in the United States and Turkey, including the University of Maryland Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital and Memorial Sisli Hospital. She has over 20 years of experience and has a special interest in preventive medicine, diabetes, and hypertension. Holds an MBA in Healthcare Management and shares her expertise with Bookimed from 2022.

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Program details

1. Led by a certified Oncologist, our clinic offers exceptional lung cancer treatment with personalized plans. 2. Choose our clinic for the highest quality care, advanced equipment, and a wide range of medical services.
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Medical Procedures

  • Consultation with an oncologist
  • Histopathology revision
  • MRI of the chest
  • PET/CT in lung cancer
  • KRAS, NRAS,BRAF mutation testing
  • Chemotherapy for lung cancer
  • Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)

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$7420 - $9720

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Насиба • Lung cancer
Uzbekistan

Nov 14, 2022
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The doctors are very responsive, competently make recommendations to patients
Yes, thank you for organizing the trip, we were very well met at the airport, the staff is very polite, attentive. The doctors are very responsive, competently make recommendations to patients, the clinic is very clean, neat and tidy, thank you for your support.
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Зухра • Lung cancer
Russian Federation

Oct 17, 2019
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Made an accurate diagnosis in a day
Very friendly staff. Doctors are professionals in their field, they made an accurate diagnosis in a day, while in Kyrgyzstan, where my father-in-law lives, they could not put in 20 days. Thank you so much for organizing Barbara and Anna from bookimed.
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Sonia • Lung cancer
Germany

May 29, 2019
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It was everything perfect from Ms
It was everything perfect from Ms.Shkiponja Altikanoglu organized. We became all the investigations that were recommended in just 3 days. Recommendation for therapy was also made. They do everything to make you feel better.
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It was everything perfekt from Ms.Shkiponja Altikanoglu organisied. We became all the invastigations that were recommended in just 3 days. Recommendation for therapie was also made. They do everything to make you feel better.

Salim Brahmi • Lung cancer
Algeria

Dec 13, 2018
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Profesional staff,

Bojan • Lung cancer
Macedonia

Apr 23, 2023
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Location

Cumhuriyet Mahallesi, 2255. Sk. No:3, 41400 Gebze/Kocaeli, Turkey

FAQ

What is the best place for lung cancer treatment?
  • Germany

German clinics provide treatment of malignant lung tumors. Surgical oncologists apply modern equipment and use new techniques that lead to the success rate of treatment — this is confirmed by a certificate from the German Cancer Society.

  • Turkey

Treatment in Turkey is 5 times cheaper than in the USA or in some European countries. However, this does not mean poor quality. Turkish oncologists are among the most experienced specialists in the world they apply international protocols of lung cancer treatment.

  • Thailand

Thai hospitals provide cost-effective lung cancer treatment that meets international standards. Oncologists in Thailand improve their skills in European medical facilities. In Thai hospital, doctors use artificial intellect device IBM Watson which forms the most accurate treatment plan.

  • Austria

Austrian hospitals are considered highly technological ones. In Austria, doctors apply the latest treatments for lung cancer patients.

Have any doubts about choosing a medical center, submit a request on Bookimed and we will answer all your questions.

How to choose the best lung cancer hospital in the world?

Pay attention to the following factors before choosing any of the hospitals:

  • Hospital’s reputation. Most good hospitals have a variety of certificates, including JCI (Joint Commission International) that prove the safety & high quality of healthcare services.
  • Doctors’ experience. Check doctors CVs on our website. Excellent specialists always have numerous awards and certificates which confirm their professional skills.
  • Access to modern options. The hospitals must have a wide range of treatment techniques helpful for any type of lung cancer including yours.
  • Patient reviews. Check out an experience of the real patients who have already undergone treatment in a concrete facility.
How to get lung cancer treatment with Bookimed?
  • Submit a request on Bookimed and our manager will contact you shortly.
  • We inform you about the top lung cancer hospitals which meet your disease requirements.
  • We send your medical records to a chosen center and you get a preliminary bill and treatment program for you.
  • If you approve them both — we start arranging your trip to a chosen clinic.
What are the diagnostics for lung cancer?

To be sure in your diagnosis you may undergo the following diagnostics in the hospitals listed below:

  • Imaging. X-ray images can show whether there are malignant changes in the lungs.
  • Lung biopsy. A doctor removes a small tissue from the affected area of the lung to detect the patient’s stage.
  • Sputum cytology. If a patient has a cough, a doctor can take the sputum to reveal whether it’s cancerous.

Ask Bookimed manager on how to get diagnostics — submit a request on the page.

What are the options for lung cancer treatment?

Surgery. In these lung cancer treatment centers, doctors can assign surgical interventions depending on the stage. Surgeries can be:

  • lobectomy — the removing of the lung lobe.
  • pneumonectomy — the removing of the whole lung.
  • wedge resection — such a surgery is applied to remove a small tumor in the lung.
  • segmental resection — the removing of a part of the lung but not the entire one.
  • Radiotherapy. Such a treatment can be used in combination with chemo drugs. X-rays destroy cancer cells that remained after the surgery or spread to other organs as the brain.
  • Chemotherapy. Such an option is applied to stop malignant cells growth and to destroy the rest of them after surgery.
  • Immunotherapy. Such a treatment is frequently used for some forms of non-small cell lung cancer. These are drugs that stimulate the patient’s immunity to fight cancer. Oncologists apply this therapy when other options are ineffective.
  • Targeted therapy. It is also used for non-small cell lung cancer. Such drugs are used to destroy malignant cells and prevent their division. Not every patient can be a candidate for this therapy.
Who is the best lung cancer doctor in the world?
  • Prof. Walter Klepetko has over 30 years of experience in surgical lung cancer treatment and transplantology. The professor isthe Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Vienna General Hospital. Prof. Klepetko has started the Vienna Lung Transplant Program with over 100 performed transplants per year. The doctor perform surgeries to remove metastatic from the lungs. Prof. Klepetko has carried out a successful lung transplant to three-time Formula 1 world champion Niki Lauda.
  • Assoc. Prof. Altan Kir is an expert in Thoracic and Robotic Surgery at Anadolu. Prof. Kir had been trained in Royal Brompton Hospital, London and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York. The professor provides lobectomy, thoracic surgeries with the da Vinci Robotic System.
  • Dr. Heinrich Becker is an oncologist pulmonologist with 25 years of practice. The doctor specializes in diagnostics and endoscopic treatment of lung cancer and other thoracic diseases. Minimally-invasive (endoscopic) surgery is performed through small incisions — that allows to reduce postoperative complications and boost the recovery.
How long does lung cancer treatment last?

An average length of treating lung malignancy is:

  • surgery — 3-14 days including hospital stay.
  • chemo — 4-5 months.
  • radiotherapy — 1-2 months.
What things affect lung cancer treatment cost?
  • cancer stage.
  • complexity of the case.
  • consultation with a doctor.
  • treatment itself (how many options are required).
  • drugs.
  • oncologist/surgeon’s fee.
  • hospital stay & additional services.

To get a personal cost estimate submit a request and our manager will give you all the necessary info.

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